Bible Study
Do you find the Bible interesting but intimidating? Do you try to read the Bible, but think it’s too complicated and give up? You’re not alone, and Marble wants to help. Come learn about the Bible with the Rev. Dr. Julie Faith Parker, Marble’s Biblical Scholar in Residence, in classes that are both academic and fun.
Dr. Parker holds a Ph.D. in Old Testament/Hebrew Bible from Yale University, awarded with distinction. She has taught as a professor at Fordham University, General Theological Seminary, New York Theological Seminary, Trinity Lutheran Seminary, and Colby College, among other institutions. A respected scholar, she has published dozens of academic articles is currently writing her ninth book. Dr. Parker’s passion is equipping people to understand the Bible in ways that are accessible, scholarly, engaging, and theological.
Below please find classes from the 10:00 Hour at Marble listed by biblical passages, under the series topic. You might start with Genesis and continue forward for a comprehensive understanding, or choose the classes that interest you most.
You are also invited to participate online live on Sunday mornings at 10 am, or to join us in person as you are able.
Surprising Insights on Familiar Bible Stories
This series offers insights on beloved biblical stories that may surprise and even astound you. Bringing knowledge of the biblical world and its historical context, as well as understanding from the original Hebrew and Greek, Dr. Parker’s series seeks to broaden and enrich your understanding of Scripture. Classes will often reflect themes of the church and calendar year. Come learn fascinating aspects of the Sunday School stories you’ve always/never known!
This fall, Biblical Scholar in Residence Dr. Julie Faith Parker leads our exploration of Scripture building on last year’s study of Genesis. Join us as we delve into the Bible’s first five books.
Biblical Scholar in Residence Dr. Julie Faith Parker’s new series continues our progression through the Old Testament and explores the stories of the prophets. Over the next few months, we learn about the called and courageous individuals (men, women, and children!) who dare to share God’s messages with God’s people.