WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDIES
New Fall studies starting September 8th!
Tuesday Breakaway
Every Tuesday morning from 9:30am-12pm at Burke Community Church beginning September 8th.
Acts of the Apostles: Unplugged (Yearlong)
Acts is Luke’s carefully recorded history of the explosive spread and rapid growth of the Church after Christ’s Ascension. The early believers, empowered by the Holy Spirit, spread the Gospel with divine direction and authority to all nations even amid tremendous persecution and opposition. The Holy Spirit enabled these passionate followers of Jesus to turn their world upside down. This same Holy Spirit is alive and working today! Join us as we read and study verse by verse through this unique book using the Bible as our text. Teachers: Kristin Horst, Pam Sanders and Dawn Wyckoff
Attributes of God: Unplugged
In Psalm 27:4, David asks for one thing – “to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to inquire in his temple.” Using the Bible itself as our study guide, we will follow David’s example of seeking God, fixing our eyes on Him as we study His attributes as revealed to us in both creation and Scripture. As we deepen our understanding of His nature, it strengthens our faith, grows our ability to trust Him, and evokes reverence for Him. As we behold the glory of God, the Spirit will continue His work to transform us from one degree of glory to another (2 Corinthians 3:18).
Teachers: Megan Edwards, Viviana Reyes, and Sue
Abigail: Living with the Difficult People in Your Life by Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth
Are you dealing with difficult people in your life? It could be at home, the workplace, your church, or neighborhood. First Samuel tells us a story about an extraordinary woman who responded to a challenging person and situation with grace and faith. As we study Abigail’s example, we will learn to follow the guidance of the Holy Spirit as we interact with our own difficult people.
Teachers: Debbie Onufer and Becka Wagner
Enhancing Your Marriage by Judy Rossi (Yearlong)
Can you improve your marriage by enhancing your love-relationship with Jesus Christ? Find out as you are challenged to follow God in every area of your marriage – love, respect, attitude, commitment, friendship, sex, romance, communication, prayer – while continuing to build your relationship with your spouse. What a purposeful adventure!
Teachers: Judy Rossi, Erin Sniffin and Charity Hagner
Haggai: Take Courage by Jennifer Rothschild
Do you find yourself in a season of discouragement and disappointment, a season in which hope seems elusive and beyond your grasp? Take courage then, from the story of Haggai, who reminded the people of Israel returning after exile to the ruins of their homeland that God had never left them. Just as God’s presence and promises gave them courage to press on and trust Him, you too, can rise above hopelessness and live your life with confidence in Him.
Teachers: Laura Williams, Rhonda Caylor, and Leanne McMillen
Heaven: When Faith Becomes Sight by Jennifer Rothschild
Heaven! We hear songs about Heaven, watch movies about Heaven, read all sorts of books about Heaven and listen to stories from those who say they've allegedly been to Heaven. What's true? What should we believe about where we will spend eternity? This study will help give us a biblical perspective as we separate what is scriptural from what is legend and fiction. Knowing what is true can strengthen our faith and bring peace about eternity along with excitement for the return of Jesus. Jesus has gone to prepare a place for us!
Teachers: Jackie Ehrman and Jane Dull
1 Peter: Unplugged
In this letter, the apostle Peter reminds the persecuted early Christians in Asia Minor of who they are and what they have in Christ. He instructs them on how to live holy lives with hope and joy in a hostile world that is not their true home, bringing glory to God. Peter’s message is still relevant for us today. As we work through 1 Peter, using the Bible as our text, we will learn how to do an in-depth study of any book of the Bible through the stages of observation, interpretation and application, discovering truth for ourselves and letting it transform us.
Teachers: Anita Homburg, Rita Schulte, and Mary Kesting
Wednesday W.O.W.
Every Wednesday evening from 7:00pm-8:30pm at Burke Community Church beginning September 9th.
Job: Unplugged
The book of Job paints a beautiful picture of the ancient world and is every bit as relevant now as it was when it was written. It is filled with rich theology, challenging debates, and a unique glimpse into the unseen world. As we walk through this book, we will explore the greatness of God and learn how to find hope in His sovereignty, even in the midst of suffering.
Teachers: Kim Jones, Adriana Richardson, and Michele Buschman
2 Timothy: Living Out A Life That Matters by Crickett Keeth
Does your day-to-day life feel as if you’re just checking off lists, putting out fires, or trying to keep your head above water? Using the words of Paul in a letter to his mentee, Timothy, we will explore how we can live in a way that has eternal value and purpose. In 2 Timothy, Paul laid out eight eternally significant virtues intended for all Christians: Encouragement, Faithfulness, Strength, Diligence, Vigilance, Equipping, Commitment, and Steadfastness. By focusing on these virtues, we will learn to discern the things that truly matter and to live them out in our daily walk.
Teachers: Ashley Turk and TBD
Fully Present, Intentionally Engaged: Christ-like Communication for Relationship Building & Conflict Resolution by Judy Rossi
Speaking comes easy, but communication requires effort. Effective communication is the bedrock of healthy relationships. It establishes rapport, expands the knowledge of both sender and receiver, and paves the way for understanding. The ability to communicate well is learned, and we have no better teacher than the One who, from the beginning, made His intentions and His heart known—with His words. This study will examine the many facets of effective communication. It will also offer useful biblical tools for communicating through periods of relational conflict.
Teachers: Dana Hutson and Julie Wittich
Online
Online every Wednesday evening from 7:00-8:30pm beginning September 9th.
Ephesians: A Study of Faith & Practice by Jackie Hill Perry, Jasmine Holmes and Melissa Kruger (Yearlong)
This study is filled with precious truths of who God is and who we are as Christians, as a result of our relationship with Him through our Savior Jesus Christ. We will learn how the Gospel transforms our lives, the many spiritual blessings given to us through our faith in Christ, and how to live with God and others in a manner worthy of this great Gospel. To ensure we have the opportunity to plum the depths of this marvelous book, our study will occur in two parts: Chapters 1-3 in Fall 2026 and Chapters 4-6 in Spring 2027.
Teachers: Diane Boucher & Tanya Cooper
