In this class, we will read through and reflect upon sections of Richard Foster’s classic volume Celebration of Discipline. Sessions will involve group discussion of individual points and principles outlined in the book, as well as reflection upon germane Scripture passages, all in relation to the life experiences of class members. The goal of the course is to nuture spiritual growth within class participants through the exercise of classical Christian disciplines.

Outline of Class Meetings

Introduction

October 2 Orientation Session: Purpose of the Class, Books, Readings & Reflections

October 9 The Spiritual Disciplines: Door to Liberation
Read pages 1-11 Discussion Questions

The Inward Disciplines

October 16 The Disciplines of Meditation and Prayer
Read pages 15-46 Discussion Questions

October 23 The Disciplines of Fasting and Study
Read pages 47-76 Discussion Questions

The Outward Disciplines

October 30 The Disciplines of Simplicity and Solitude
Read pages 79-109 Discussion Questions

November 6 The Discipline of Service
Read pages 126-140 Discussion Questions

The Corporate Disciplines

November 13 The Disciplines of Submission and Confession
Read pages 110-125, 143-157 Discussion Questions

November 20 The Disciplines of Worship and Guidance
Read pages 158-189 Discussion Questions

November 27 The Discipline of Celebration
Read pages 190-201 Discussion Questions

The readings for each session should be done in advance of each session along with the accompanying reflection questions, which will be distributed at the prior week’s class. These will also be available on the parish website through a link on the lower right side of the home page (www.pohick.org).

Oscar Wells will have copies of the book available at the orientation session. The cost is $20. Checks may be made out to “Pohick Church.”