Disarming Scripture: October Lecture Series

What do we do with the parts of the Bible that are difficult, troubling, or have even been used to cause harm? This October, join author Derek Flood and Pastor Rustin Comer for Disarming Scripture, a Thursday evening lecture and conversation series exploring what it means to read the Bible like Jesus did. Together, we’ll wrestle honestly with Scripture, discover why questioning can be an essential part of a vibrant faith, and explore a way of reading the Bible centered on the life and love we see in Jesus.

Thursdays at 7:00 PM throughout October. Come curious. Bring your questions.

Dates: October 1, October 8, October 15, October 22, October 29

$20 cost to cover lecture materials

Disarming Scripture: October Lecture Series

What do we do with the parts of the Bible that are difficult, troubling, or have even been used to cause harm? This October, join author Derek Flood and Pastor Rustin Comer for Disarming Scripture, a Thursday evening lecture and conversation series exploring what it means to read the Bible like Jesus did. Together, we’ll wrestle honestly with Scripture, discover why questioning can be an essential part of a vibrant faith, and explore a way of reading the Bible centered on the life and love we see in Jesus.

Thursdays at 7:00 PM throughout October. Come curious. Bring your questions.

Dates: October 1, October 8, October 15, October 22, October 29

$20 cost to cover lecture materials

Disarming Scripture: October Lecture Series

What do we do with the parts of the Bible that are difficult, troubling, or have even been used to cause harm? This October, join author Derek Flood and Pastor Rustin Comer for Disarming Scripture, a Thursday evening lecture and conversation series exploring what it means to read the Bible like Jesus did. Together, we’ll wrestle honestly with Scripture, discover why questioning can be an essential part of a vibrant faith, and explore a way of reading the Bible centered on the life and love we see in Jesus.

Thursdays at 7:00 PM throughout October. Come curious. Bring your questions.

Dates: October 1, October 8, October 15, October 22, October 29

$20 cost to cover lecture materials

Join us at Saint Matthew Lutheran Church on Sunday, October 4, 2026 at 4:00 PM for an inspiring evening of reflection, community, and action as we explore how older adults can become a powerful force for justice, hope, and human flourishing in our world today.

We are honored to welcome Keynote Speaker Cynthia Moe-Lobeda — renowned theologian, ethicist, and author of Building a Moral Economy — for a timely and transformative conversation about addressing the moral complexities of our age, including climate change, democracy, global conflict, and economic injustice.

At Saint Matthew, we believe those in the “third-third” of life possess extraordinary wisdom, passion, resources, and capacity to shape a more just and compassionate world. Yet many wrestle with where to begin in the face of overwhelming global challenges.

This event is designed to inform, inspire, and equip participants with practical moral tools to move from paralysis to purposeful action — helping us all “live in ways that give rise to joy and flourishing for all.”

Come be part of a growing community committed to meaningful connection, spiritual depth, and faithful engagement with the world’s most urgent issues.

We hope you will join us for this catalytic evening of vision, courage, and hope.

Disarming Scripture: October Lecture Series

What do we do with the parts of the Bible that are difficult, troubling, or have even been used to cause harm? This October, join author Derek Flood and Pastor Rustin Comer for Disarming Scripture, a Thursday evening lecture and conversation series exploring what it means to read the Bible like Jesus did. Together, we’ll wrestle honestly with Scripture, discover why questioning can be an essential part of a vibrant faith, and explore a way of reading the Bible centered on the life and love we see in Jesus.

Thursdays at 7:00 PM throughout October. Come curious. Bring your questions.

Dates: October 1, October 8, October 15, October 22, October 29

$20 cost to cover lecture materials