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Ascension Theology
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
6:30pm - 7:30pm -
Andrew Hall, Saint Thomas Church Parish House
For many years, Fr Austin has wanted to have a class on the Ascension--perhaps the most overlooked Christian doctrine and yet one of profound importance. Finally, there is a good book that will work for us: Douglas Farrow's Ascension Theology.
What do we mean when we say Christ ascended into heaven and is seated at the Father's right hand? Starting Wednesday, January 25, you have the opportunity of studying this doctrine and learning its broad biblical basis, the importance of the ascension being bodily, its relation to the Eucharist, and much more. Farrow's book is beautifully printed and illustrated, and it is concise (which is not to say it's light reading!).
It is very helpful to read the relevant chapters in advance. For January 25, please read Chapter One “The Upward Call," which gives the biblical context of the ascension, showing it as the natural outcome of the story of Jesus
Contact Information:
Fr Austin
vaustin@SaintThomasChurch.org
Books:
Ascension Theology
By Douglas B. Farrow
ISBN: 978-0567353573
Available in bookstore