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In Dialogue with Scripture
In Dialogue With Scripture is just one of many resources that can help your congregation develop small groups to build community and help people find themselves, each other, and God in the midst of an ever-changing world. You may download the complete book or selected sections listed below which are in the form of downloadable Microsoft Word documents.
In Dialogue with Scripture



IN DIALOGUE WITH SCRIPTURE: ARTICLES
Table of Contents
Preface
Introduction
The Role of Scripture in the Episcopal Church
Images of Community in Scripture
Our Story and The Story
Scripture Conversation and the Dynamics of Power in Multi-cultural Communities
Images of Community in the New Testament
Valuing Diversity



IN DIALOGUE WITH SCRIPTURE: PLANNING
Knowing Your Audience
Criteria for Choosing a Bible Study
Starting a Bible Study Group
Establishing and Maintaining Appropriate Boundaries
Starting a Group Session



IN DIALOGUE WITH SCRIPTURE: METHODS FOR USE WITH SMALL GROUPS
Modules for Small Group Use: Choosing a Method
Base Community Method
Oral Tradition Method
Mission Awareness
Imaginative Biblical Interpretation
A Method for Children
Formation in Salvation History
The Questions Method
Theological Bible Study
Paraphrase into Action
In Your Own Words
Modern Application
Text Study Methods: Equipping the Saints
Transforming Bible Study
Joining the Conversation
A Basic Critical-Historical Approach
Words to Life
Perspectives
Scriptural Conversation Approach