A study of the book of Genesis moves the reader from the cosmic creation story to the story of the creation of God's people. Part Two of this study moves us forward from the time of Abraham to the unfolding of his family in the stories of Isaac and Jacob, as well as the story of Joseph and his brothers and their clans. Commentary, study and reflection questions, prayer and access to recorded lectures are included. 5 sessions.Joan E. Cook, SC, teaches Scripture at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. She is author of Hannah's Desire, God's Design (Sheffield Academic Press, 1999) and Hear, O Heavens and Listen, O Earth: An Introduction to the Prophets (Liturgical Press, 2006), which won a first-place Catholic Press Association award in 2007. Cook has also written numerous articles on biblical women and biblical prayer.Little Rock Scripture Study is a ministry of the Diocese of Little Rock in partnership with Liturgical Press and has produced widely used and effective Bible study materials for adults for over forty years.

The Gospel of Luke demonstrates the universal nature of Jesus' mission. In Part Two of this study (Luke 12:1—24:53), readers travel with Jesus from the region of Galilee to the city of Jerusalem, where Jesus will enter into his passion and resurrection. Luke's focus on God's faithfulness will encourage you to trust. Commentary, study and reflection questions, prayers and access to recorded lectures are included. 5 sessions.Michael F. Patella, OSB, SSD, is professor of New Testament at the School of Theology at Saint John's University in Collegeville, Minnesota. He is the author of Angels and Demons: A Christian Primer of the Spiritual World and Word and Image: The Hermeneutics of The Saint John's Bible (Liturgical Press). He is a contributor to The Bible Today and Give Us This Day published by Liturgical Press.Little Rock Scripture Study is a ministry of the Diocese of Little Rock in partnership with Liturgical Press and has produced widely used and effective Bible study materials for adults for over forty years.

Explore the sweeping saga of God's people and their sacred journey. Panorama of the Old Testament surveys the variety of books found in the Old Testament. Uncover interwoven themes, the background of familiar characters and God's overall plan of salvation. A perfect way to begin a great adventure or step back and see where you have been in your study of the Bible. Commentary, study and reflection questions, prayer and access to recorded lectures are included. 4 sessions.Stephen J. Binz is a biblical scholar, award-winning author, and popular speaker. He studied Scripture at the Pontifical Biblical Institute in Rome and Jerusalem, and has developed dozens of books and programs in biblical theology and spirituality, including Advent of the Savior: A Commentary of the Infancy Narratives of Jesus; Introduction to the Bible: A Catholic Guide to Studying Scripture; The Passion and Resurrection Narratives of Jesus; The God of Freedom and Life: A Commentary on the Book of Exodus; Panorama of the Bible: New Testament; and Panorama of the Bible: Old Testament (Liturgical Press). He offers keynotes and workshops at church conferences and leads pilgrimages to the lands of the Bible. Information about his work may be found at Bridge-B.com.Little Rock Scripture Study is a ministry of the Diocese of Little Rock in partnership with Liturgical Press and has produced widely used and effective Bible study materials for adults for over forty years.

This study has 5 sessions, the Study Set includes the Study Guide by Catherine Upchurch and a commentary Panorama of the Bible: Old Testament by Stephen J. Binz.Stephen J. Binz is a biblical scholar, award-winning author, and popular speaker. He studied Scripture at the Pontifical Biblical Institute in Rome and Jerusalem, and has developed dozens of books and programs in biblical theology and spirituality, including The God of Freedom and Life: A Commentary on the Book of Exodus (Liturgical Press). He offers keynotes and workshops at church conferences and leads pilgrimages to the lands of the Bible. Information about his work may be found at Bridge-B.com.Every good adventure involves planning and reflection, explore the sweeping saga of God's people and their journey with God. Panorama of the Old Testament invites readers to survey the variety of books found in the Old Testament. The themes that are woven together will become clearer, the familiar characters will be placed in context, and God's overall plan of salvation will come into focus. A perfect way to begin a great adventure or step back and see where you have been in your study of the Bible.Weekly Sessions Introductory Session Lesson 1—Israel's Beginnings; Israel's Foundational Covenant Lesson 2—From Conquest to Kingdom; Division, Exile, and Restoration Lesson 3—Israel's Songs and Stories; Israel's Wisdom Tradition Lesson 4—Challenging the Times; Hoping in the Future These lectures correspond to the five sessions outlined in the Study Set for Panorama of the Old Testament. Wrap-Up Lectures on DVD or CD may be ordered separately.

This study has 10 sessions, incorporating an introductory session and 9 lessons. The Study Set includes the Study Guide by Little Rock Scripture Study Staff and the New Collegeville Bible Commentary The Gospel According to Mark, by Marie Noonan Sabin (Liturgical Press). Marie Noonan Sabin, Ph.D., has taught the Gospel of Mark at Bangor Theological Seminary; an earlier book on Mark, Reopening the Word, was published by Oxford University Press in 2002. The shortest of the four gospels, Mark is the earliest account of Jesus' life. With no mention of Jesus' infancy, Mark begins with Jesus' baptism in the Jordan by John and climaxes with the announcement of his resurrection to the women at the tomb. Mark asks everyone to answer Jesus' question, 'Who do you say that I am?' and challenges believers in every generation to accept the harsh reality of the cross. Mark, along with Matthew and Luke, is one of the synoptic gospels. It is the primary gospel of year 'B' in the Catholic Church's liturgical cycle. Weekly Sessions Introductory Session Lesson 1—Mark 1 Lesson 2—Mark 2–3 Lesson 3—Mark 4–5 Lesson 4—Mark 6–7 Lesson 5—Mark 8:1–9:32 Lesson 6—Mark 9:33–10:52 Lesson 7—Mark 11–12 Lesson 8—Mark 13–14 Lesson 9—Mark 15–16Wrap-Up Lectures on DVD or CD may be ordered separately.

This study has 10 sessions, incorporating an introductory session and 9 lessons. The Study Set includes the Study Guide by Little Rock Scripture Study Staff and the New Collegeville Bible Commentary The Gospel According to Mark, by Marie Noonan Sabin (Liturgical Press). Marie Noonan Sabin, Ph.D., has taught the Gospel of Mark at Bangor Theological Seminary; an earlier book on Mark, Reopening the Word, was published by Oxford University Press in 2002. The shortest of the four gospels, Mark is the earliest account of Jesus' life. With no mention of Jesus' infancy, Mark begins with Jesus' baptism in the Jordan by John and climaxes with the announcement of his resurrection to the women at the tomb. Mark asks everyone to answer Jesus' question, 'Who do you say that I am?' and challenges believers in every generation to accept the harsh reality of the cross. Mark, along with Matthew and Luke, is one of the synoptic gospels. It is the primary gospel of year 'B' in the Catholic Church's liturgical cycle. Sample Wrap-Up Lecture Weekly Sessions Introductory Session Lesson 1—Mark 1 Lesson 2—Mark 2–3 Lesson 3—Mark 4–5 Lesson 4—Mark 6–7 Lesson 5—Mark 8:1–9:32 Lesson 6—Mark 9:33–10:52 Lesson 7—Mark 11–12 Lesson 8—Mark 13–14 Lesson 9—Mark 15–16These lectures correspond to the ten sessions outlined in the Study Set for The Gospel According to Mark.

This study has 10 sessions, incorporating an introductory session and 9 lessons. The Study Set includes the Study Guide by Little Rock Scripture Study Staff and the New Collegeville Bible Commentary The Gospel According to Mark, by Marie Noonan Sabin (Liturgical Press). Marie Noonan Sabin, Ph.D., has taught the Gospel of Mark at Bangor Theological Seminary; an earlier book on Mark, Reopening the Word, was published by Oxford University Press in 2002. The shortest of the four gospels, Mark is the earliest account of Jesus' life. With no mention of Jesus' infancy, Mark begins with Jesus' baptism in the Jordan by John and climaxes with the announcement of his resurrection to the women at the tomb. Mark asks everyone to answer Jesus' question, 'Who do you say that I am?' and challenges believers in every generation to accept the harsh reality of the cross. Mark, along with Matthew and Luke, is one of the synoptic gospels. It is the primary gospel of year 'B' in the Catholic Church's liturgical cycle. Weekly Sessions Introductory Session Lesson 1—Mark 1 Lesson 2—Mark 2–3 Lesson 3—Mark 4–5 Lesson 4—Mark 6–7 Lesson 5—Mark 8:1–9:32 Lesson 6—Mark 9:33–10:52 Lesson 7—Mark 11–12 Lesson 8—Mark 13–14 Lesson 9—Mark 15–16These lectures correspond to the ten sessions outlined in the Study Set for The Gospel According to Mark.

This study has 10 sessions, incorporating an introductory session and 9 lessons. The Study Set includes the Study Guide by Little Rock Scripture Study Staff and the New Collegeville Bible Commentary The Gospel According to Mark, by Marie Noonan Sabin (Liturgical Press). Marie Noonan Sabin, Ph.D., has taught the Gospel of Mark at Bangor Theological Seminary; an earlier book on Mark, Reopening the Word, was published by Oxford University Press in 2002. The shortest of the four gospels, Mark is the earliest account of Jesus' life. With no mention of Jesus' infancy, Mark begins with Jesus' baptism in the Jordan by John and climaxes with the announcement of his resurrection to the women at the tomb. Mark asks everyone to answer Jesus' question, 'Who do you say that I am?' and challenges believers in every generation to accept the harsh reality of the cross. Mark, along with Matthew and Luke, is one of the synoptic gospels. It is the primary gospel of year 'B' in the Catholic Church's liturgical cycle. Weekly Sessions Introductory Session Lesson 1—Mark 1 Lesson 2—Mark 2–3 Lesson 3—Mark 4–5 Lesson 4—Mark 6–7 Lesson 5—Mark 8:1–9:32 Lesson 6—Mark 9:33–10:52 Lesson 7—Mark 11–12 Lesson 8—Mark 13–14 Lesson 9—Mark 15–16Only one Answer Guide is needed per small group facilitator. Order all Study Sets for participants separately, as well as one set of the Wrap-Up-Lectures.

This study has 12 sessions, incorporating an introductory session and 11 lessons. The Study Set includes a Study Guide by Little Rock Scripture Study Staff and the New Collegeville Bible Commentary, The Gospel According to Luke, by Michael F. Patella (Liturgical Press). Michael F. Patella, OSB, SSD, is associate professor of New Testament at the School of Theology Seminary and the College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University in Collegeville, Minnesota, where he writes the 'Seers' Corner' for 'The Bible Today', published by Liturgical Press. Luke tells the story of Jesus of Nazareth as a mighty prophet and Savior of the world in fulfillment of Old Testament expectations. Luke also emphasizes Jesus as a person dedicated to prayer. He begins with Jesus' virginal conception and birth, and follows Jesus through his public ministry to his passion, death, resurrection, and ascension into heaven—all under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Luke, along with Matthew and Mark, is one of the synoptic gospels. It is the primary gospel of year 'C' in the Catholic Church's liturgical cycle. Weekly Sessions Introductory Session Lesson 1—Luke 1 Lesson 2—Luke 2 Lesson 3—Luke 3–5 Lesson 4—Luke 6–7 Lesson 5—Luke 8:1–9:50 Lesson 6—Luke 9:51–11:54 Lesson 7—Luke 12–13 Lesson 8—Luke 14–16 Lesson 9—Luke 17–19 Lesson 10—Luke 20–22 Lesson 11—Luke 23–24Wrap-Up Lectures on DVD or CD may be ordered separately.

This study has 12 sessions, incorporating an introductory session and 11 lessons. The Study Set includes a Study Guide by Little Rock Scripture Study Staff and the New Collegeville Bible Commentary, The Gospel According to Luke, by Michael F. Patella (Liturgical Press). Michael F. Patella, OSB, SSD, is associate professor of New Testament at the School of Theology Seminary and the College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University in Collegeville, Minnesota, where he writes the 'Seers' Corner' for 'The Bible Today', published by Liturgical Press. Luke tells the story of Jesus of Nazareth as a mighty prophet and Savior of the world in fulfillment of Old Testament expectations. Luke also emphasizes Jesus as a person dedicated to prayer. He begins with Jesus' virginal conception and birth, and follows Jesus through his public ministry to his passion, death, resurrection, and ascension into heaven—all under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Luke, along with Matthew and Mark, is one of the synoptic gospels. It is the primary gospel of year 'C' in the Catholic Church's liturgical cycle. Sample Wrap-Up Lecture Weekly Sessions Introductory Session Lesson 1—Luke 1 Lesson 2—Luke 2 Lesson 3—Luke 3–5 Lesson 4—Luke 6–7 Lesson 5—Luke 8:1–9:50 Lesson 6—Luke 9:51–11:54 Lesson 7—Luke 12–13 Lesson 8—Luke 14–16 Lesson 9—Luke 17–19 Lesson 10—Luke 20–22 Lesson 11—Luke 23–24These lectures correspond to the twelve sessions outlined in the Study Set for The Gospel According to Luke.

This study has 12 sessions, incorporating an introductory session and 11 lessons. The Study Set includes a Study Guide by Little Rock Scripture Study Staff and the New Collegeville Bible Commentary, The Gospel According to Luke, by Michael F. Patella (Liturgical Press). Michael F. Patella, OSB, SSD, is associate professor of New Testament at the School of Theology Seminary and the College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University in Collegeville, Minnesota, where he writes the 'Seers' Corner' for 'The Bible Today', published by Liturgical Press. Luke tells the story of Jesus of Nazareth as a mighty prophet and Savior of the world in fulfillment of Old Testament expectations. Luke also emphasizes Jesus as a person dedicated to prayer. He begins with Jesus' virginal conception and birth, and follows Jesus through his public ministry to his passion, death, resurrection, and ascension into heaven—all under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Luke, along with Matthew and Mark, is one of the synoptic gospels. It is the primary gospel of year 'C' in the Catholic Church's liturgical cycle. Weekly Sessions Introductory Session Lesson 1—Luke 1 Lesson 2—Luke 2 Lesson 3—Luke 3–5 Lesson 4—Luke 6–7 Lesson 5—Luke 8:1–9:50 Lesson 6—Luke 9:51–11:54 Lesson 7—Luke 12–13 Lesson 8—Luke 14–16 Lesson 9—Luke 17–19 Lesson 10—Luke 20–22 Lesson 11—Luke 23–24These lectures correspond to the twelve sessions outlined in the Study Set for The Gospel According to Luke.

This study has 12 sessions, incorporating an introductory session and 11 lessons. The Study Set includes a Study Guide by Little Rock Scripture Study Staff and the New Collegeville Bible Commentary, The Gospel According to Luke, by Michael F. Patella (Liturgical Press). Michael F. Patella, OSB, SSD, is associate professor of New Testament at the School of Theology Seminary and the College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University in Collegeville, Minnesota, where he writes the 'Seers' Corner' for 'The Bible Today', published by Liturgical Press. Luke tells the story of Jesus of Nazareth as a mighty prophet and Savior of the world in fulfillment of Old Testament expectations. Luke also emphasizes Jesus as a person dedicated to prayer. He begins with Jesus' virginal conception and birth, and follows Jesus through his public ministry to his passion, death, resurrection, and ascension into heaven—all under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Luke, along with Matthew and Mark, is one of the synoptic gospels. It is the primary gospel of year 'C' in the Catholic Church's liturgical cycle. Weekly Sessions Introductory Session Lesson 1—Luke 1 Lesson 2—Luke 2 Lesson 3—Luke 3–5 Lesson 4—Luke 6–7 Lesson 5—Luke 8:1–9:50 Lesson 6—Luke 9:51–11:54 Lesson 7—Luke 12–13 Lesson 8—Luke 14–16 Lesson 9—Luke 17–19 Lesson 10—Luke 20–22 Lesson 11—Luke 23–24Only one Answer Guide is needed per small group facilitator. Order all Study Sets for participants separately, as well as one set of the Wrap-Up-Lectures.

This study has 15 sessions, incorporating an introductory session and 14 lessons. The last 3 sessions cover the Johannine letters, making it possible to adapt the study to 12 sessions by concentrating the study only on the Gospel of John. The Study Set includes a Study Guide by Little Rock Scripture Study Staff and the New Collegeville Bible Commentary, The Gospel According to John and the Johannine Letters, by Scott M. Lewis (Liturgical Press). Scott M. Lewis, SJ, STD, is associate professor of New Testament at Regis College, Toronto, Ontario, and is engaged in retreat ministry. He is the author of What Are They Saying About New Testament Apocalyptic (Paulist Press). Written in a poetic and symbolic style, John's Gospel tells the life story of Jesus, the incarnate Word of God. It begins with his heavenly existence and his descent into the world. It follows Jesus through his public ministry of 'signs' that lead to his passion, death, resurrection, and ultimate ascent to the 'glory' of his heavenly Father. Many of Jesus' miracles and teachings in John appear in no other gospel and what is common to John and any of the synoptic gospels (Matthew, Mark and Luke) is always told in a distinctive fashion by John. John places a special emphasis on Jesus' commandment to 'Love one another as I love you' (John 15:12). Weekly Sessions Introductory Session Lesson 1—John 1 Lesson 2—John 2–3 Lesson 3—John 4–5 Lesson 4—John 6 Lesson 5—John 7–8 Lesson 6—John 9–10 Lesson 7—John 11–12 Lesson 8—John 13:1–14:14 Lesson 9—John 14:15–17:26 Lesson 10—John 18:1–19:37 Lesson 11—John 19:38–21:25 Lesson 12—1 John 1:1–3:10 Lesson 13—1 John 3:11–5:21 Lesson 14—2 John, 3 JohnWrap-Up Lectures on DVD or CD may be ordered separately.

This study has 15 sessions, incorporating an introductory session and 14 lessons. The last 3 sessions cover the Johannine letters, making it possible to adapt the study to 12 sessions by concentrating the study only on the Gospel of John. The Study Set includes a Study Guide by Little Rock Scripture Study Staff and the New Collegeville Bible Commentary, The Gospel According to John and the Johannine Letters, by Scott M. Lewis (Liturgical Press). Scott M. Lewis, SJ, STD, is associate professor of New Testament at Regis College, Toronto, Ontario, and is engaged in retreat ministry. He is the author of What Are They Saying About New Testament Apocalyptic (Paulist Press). Written in a poetic and symbolic style, John's Gospel tells the life story of Jesus, the incarnate Word of God. It begins with his heavenly existence and his descent into the world. It follows Jesus through his public ministry of 'signs' that lead to his passion, death, resurrection, and ultimate ascent to the 'glory' of his heavenly Father. Many of Jesus' miracles and teachings in John appear in no other gospel and what is common to John and any of the synoptic gospels (Matthew, Mark and Luke) is always told in a distinctive fashion by John. John places a special emphasis on Jesus' commandment to 'Love one another as I love you' (John 15:12). Sample Wrap-Up Lecture Weekly Sessions Introductory Session Lesson 1—John 1 Lesson 2—John 2–3 Lesson 3—John 4–5 Lesson 4—John 6 Lesson 5—John 7–8 Lesson 6—John 9–10 Lesson 7—John 11–12 Lesson 8—John 13:1–14:14 Lesson 9—John 14:15–17:26 Lesson 10—John 18:1–19:37 Lesson 11—John 19:38–21:25 Lesson 12—1 John 1:1–3:10 Lesson 13—1 John 3:11–5:21 Lesson 14—2 John, 3 JohnThese lectures correspond to the fifteen sessions outlined in the Study Set for The Gospel According to John and the Johannine Letters.

This study has 15 sessions, incorporating an introductory session and 14 lessons. The last 3 sessions cover the Johannine letters, making it possible to adapt the study to 12 sessions by concentrating the study only on the Gospel of John. The Study Set includes a Study Guide by Little Rock Scripture Study Staff and the New Collegeville Bible Commentary, The Gospel According to John and the Johannine Letters, by Scott M. Lewis (Liturgical Press). Scott M. Lewis, SJ, STD, is associate professor of New Testament at Regis College, Toronto, Ontario, and is engaged in retreat ministry. He is the author of What Are They Saying About New Testament Apocalyptic (Paulist Press). Written in a poetic and symbolic style, John's Gospel tells the life story of Jesus, the incarnate Word of God. It begins with his heavenly existence and his descent into the world. It follows Jesus through his public ministry of 'signs' that lead to his passion, death, resurrection, and ultimate ascent to the 'glory' of his heavenly Father. Many of Jesus' miracles and teachings in John appear in no other gospel and what is common to John and any of the synoptic gospels (Matthew, Mark and Luke) is always told in a distinctive fashion by John. John places a special emphasis on Jesus' commandment to 'Love one another as I love you' (John 15:12). Weekly Sessions Introductory Session Lesson 1—John 1 Lesson 2—John 2–3 Lesson 3—John 4–5 Lesson 4—John 6 Lesson 5—John 7–8 Lesson 6—John 9–10 Lesson 7—John 11–12 Lesson 8—John 13:1–14:14 Lesson 9—John 14:15–17:26 Lesson 10—John 18:1–19:37 Lesson 11—John 19:38–21:25 Lesson 12—1 John 1:1–3:10 Lesson 13—1 John 3:11–5:21 Lesson 14—2 John, 3 JohnThese lectures correspond to the fifteen sessions outlined in the Study Set for The Gospel According to John and the Johannine Letters.