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July's Book of the Month: "You Are Theologian" by Jen Wilkin and J.T. English
Theology can be intimidating. Perhaps questions like these have kept you from engaging with it: “What is theology?” “Who does theology?” “What happens if I get something wrong?” Theology can be intimidating. But it doesn’t have to be. Whether conversations about theology have felt out of reach, over your head, or irrelevant, consider this book an invitation to the dialogue. The goal of theology is knowing and loving God well. This is a lifelong endeavor, a never-ending pursuit, not for the sake of knowledge, but for an ever-deepening relationship with God Himself. Authors Jen Wilkin and J. T. English invite you to become not merely a consumer of theology, but a contributor to the conversation, and to grow in faithfulness to the Great Commission’s call to make disciples.
This Week's Classes
Mission Precision: Christ has given His church a clear command: “Make disciples of all nations.” But what does that look like in our everyday lives? How can each of us faithfully engage in this mission? This study is designed to help us live out our faith with clarity and purpose. Together, we will examine eight foundational truths of the church’s mission, discussing the gospel, evangelism, discipleship, and disciple-making. We will also look at the role of the church, our personal calling, global missions, and unreached people and places. For the sake of our church, our community, and the nations, we want to learn how to proclaim Christ’s gospel with mission precision. Whether you are a new believer or have been following Christ for years, this class offers a thoughtful space to explore your part in God's plan. This class will be in Classroom 2 with Branden Zembower
How to Study the Bible: God has graciously revealed Himself to us through His Word, but reading the Bible can sometimes feel overwhelming or intimidating. How do we faithfully interpret the Scriptures and apply them to our everyday lives? In this study, we will explore the inductive Bible study method, learning how to carefully observe, interpret, and apply the text exactly as the Bible instructs. Together, we will walk through the unique ways to approach both the Old and New Testaments and discuss helpful tools that can deepen your personal reading. We will also tackle common challenges, offering guidance on how to make sense of difficult verses and how to find fresh insight in familiar passages we might easily overlook. Whether you are opening the Bible for the first time or have been studying it for years, this class offers a valuable opportunity to grow in your understanding of Scripture. Come learn how to dig deeper into God's Word so that you might know Him better and be transformed by His truth. This class will be in Classroom 3 with Shawn Grubb and Alex Siford.
Our July Media of the Month is Bible Talk
A podcast featuring conversations about the Bible and Biblical Theology.
Events at Big Woods
- Aug 06, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PMLock Haven, 1930 Long Run Rd Mill HallOur Garage Guys meeting on the first Thursday, of the month hat 6:00 p.m. All men are invited to meet at the garage of Dave Frankenberger for a time of fellowship and learning with your fellow brothers (1930 Long Run Road, Mill Hall).
- Aug 08, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AMLock Haven, 241 S Hanna St, Lock Haven, PA 17745, USAJoin us for Ladies’ Prayer Gathering the second Saturday of the month from 9:00 am - 10:00 am. Come and be blessed by yet another personal story of a life saved by faith in the finished work of Jesus Christ. Saturday prayer is an intimate time of blessing and joy…and even includes coffee and sweets!
- Sep 01, 2026, 7:00 PM – Oct 31, 2026, 11:00 PMLock Haven, 241 S Hanna St, Lock Haven, PA 17745, USAHome GroupsHome Groups are small gatherings that meet every other week in homes to build meaningful relationships and grow in faith together. This year, we'll be studying the Gospel of Mark. Ready to join a group?
- Sun, Sep 06

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