PATHWAYS Theological Education, Inc.,
P.O. Box 897
Tucker, GA 30085
Phone:770-569-3384
GOOD SABBATH! RESTORING YOUR SOUL
INTEREST-BASED COURSES - EP00403
“Good Sabbath!” Hardly a greeting heard much among Christians gathering for worship. Even the term, Sabbath, may sound “ancient” to some or “curious” to others. This course is an invitation to reflect on the implications of Sabbath for contemporary living. Does the Sabbath speak to us in our lives in Jesus Christ? Is Sabbath good for you, for us? We will consider four key themes of Sabbath, one each week.
At the end of the course, participants will:
- To demonstrate an understanding of Sabbath in the Judeo-Christian tradition
- To consider the Sabbath theme of memory (remember)
- To appraise the role of Sabbath in contemporary Christian living
Required Texts
Resources (not required, but suggested for further reading
- Baab, Lynn (2005). Sabbath Keeping: Finding Freedom in the Rhythms of Rest. IVP Press.
- Brueggamenn, Walter. (2014) Sabbath as Resistance: Saying No to the Culture of Now. Westminster John Knoxx Press.
- Muller, Wayne (2000). Sabbath: Finding Rest, Renewal, and Delight in Our Busy Lives. Bantam Books.
- Shaper, Donna (1999). Sabbath Keeping. Crowley Publications.
- Weems, Renita (2000). Listening for God: A Minister’s Journey through Silence and Doubt.
Affordable
PATHWAYS believes that quality theological education should be available to any who want it. That’s why we provide a cost-effective online theological program accessible to all. 4-week Explorer courses are only $124, 6-week courses just $375, 9-week courses Supervised Ministry courses are $500, and our 12-week UCC History and Polity course is only $650.
Flexible
Because classes are not bound by geography and have a flexible weekly schedule, PATHWAYS courses are able to fit into the rest of your busy life. Courses typically involve weekly readings and discussion in a facilitated online forum, offering practical, open-minded education and a learner-centered environment where participants can bring their own questions and insights.
Accessible
Our courses have between 4 and 15 participants. This allows for deep and productive discussions in the online forum. We know that a small class size allows the participants to develop learning relationships with each other and for facilitators to push participants to a more indepth learning experience.
