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Jesus and the Jewish Roots of Advent
When Christmas comes around, have you ever felt that you’re just not ready spiritually? If you find yourself asking....
"What is the deeper meaning of Advent?"
"How can understanding this season help me better prepare for Christmas?"
come join us for
"Jesus and the Jewish Roots of Advent"
by Dr. Brant Pitre
(author of "Jesus and the Jewish Roots of Holy Week")
NOVEMBER 28 - DECEMBER 14
In this 3-week DVD-based series, Dr. Pitre shows how a deeper understanding of the ancient Jewish prophecies of the Messiah can help unlock the hidden meanings of the season of Advent.
The Second Advent at the End of Time: What will happen at the end of time? And why does Advent begin this way
Jewish Prophecies of the Messiah: How do Catholics know that Jesus is truly the Messiah?
John the Baptist: Who was this mysterious figure?
The Jesse Tree: What are the Jewish roots of this Advent custom?
The City of Bethlehem: Ancient Jewish prophecy foretold that the Messiah would be born in Bethlehem. Why?
The Virgin Birth: Why was Jesus born of a Virgin?
Classes will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays, beginning November 28 & 30; that is, the same class will be offered 2 different times during the week for your convenience.
Mondays 9:30-11:30 am, starting November 28, PAC rooms 201/203/205
Wednesdays 7-9 pm, starting November 30, PLC rooms 207/209There is no charge for this series, but please register we we can make preparations.
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