Each year we observe advent by lighting candles and remembering and praying for hope, peace, joy and love. But just what is the significance of this special part of the church year? In the season of advent, believers await Christ's presence in three distinct ways: the historical birth in Bethlehem, the spiritual awakening within an individual's heart, and the future hope of His return. Across three Sunday afternoons we will explore the biblical events and prophecies that point us towards Christ in eternity, Christ becoming human and Christ returning. All are welcome to come on this journey as we seek to answer the question ‘What are we waiting for?’.
 
Week 1 - Waiting for Salvation - Israel, Isaiah and God in Eternity
Week 2 - Waiting for the Christ Child - Mary, Joseph and John the Baptist
Week 3 - Waiting for the End? - Jesus and the Future 
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​Dates                  Three Sundays – November 12th, 19th and 26th
Time                   4:00pm – 5:30pm
Venue                  In person – Ormond Uniting Church
Cost                     $30 (or whatever you can afford)
Facilitator          Brad Denniston
Enrolments or Enquiries
                             Visit ormondunitingchurch.org/ormond-learning-hub or;
                             Call Cate on 0411 958 127 

    Enrolment Form

 
Ormond Learning Hub is
  • ·      a safe, friendly and inclusive learning environment
  • ·      a focus on faith formation
  • ·      encouragement for curiosity and questioning
  • ·      an enriching learning experience
  • ·      a collaborative ethos
Our learning sessions include
  • ·      time for small group discussion
  • ·      stimulating read-at-home texts
  • ·      art works, music and video
  • ·      short presentations by the facilitator

Quotes from previous courses:
  • “I really enjoyed the rich diversity of materials, articles, quotes, video clips, art and alternative views.”
  • “Brad brings a freshness and competence which are such great gifts he has to offer.”
  • “I appreciate the style of facilitation, the warmth and encouragement - and the challenge to look a little deeper.”
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PictureFacilitator: Brad Denniston
 


​Brad holds a Masters in Theology from the University of Divinity. He is passionate about making theology accessible and transformational for everyone.