“BEMA” (or bimah) is a Hebrew word that refers to the elevated platform in the center of first-century synagogues where the people of God read the Text. At that time, the community of God’s people did not gather in buildings that faced a stage with an audience, but rather they allowed their gathering to reflect what they hoped to be true of their lives — it was centered around the Word of God.

The BEMA Discipleship program is an attempt to recapture a few of those elements present in the early church and to learn from its successes and implement something vibrant into the culture of today. There are three things the BEMA teams believes were true then that could be revolutionary if they were true now: The people of God in Jesus’s day understood their Text. The people of the early church were deeply committed to telling a different story with their lives. The early church was committed to loving others. 

Join us for an 8-week study as we dive into Season One of the BEMA Podcast, exploring the first chapters of Genesis (Episodes 0-7).This podcast has been eye-opening for many at All Souls, and we’re excited to share it with the Women’s Thursday Morning Group. Visit https://www.bemadiscipleship.com/ for more information, including access to the podcast episodes. 

As always, our time together will include rich discussion, scripture, prayer, and fellowship. Childcare provided upon request — please email april@allsoulfellowship.org to coordinate.