When: Mondays, 6:00-8:00 pm (June 25th-September 10th)

What: The gospel of Mark is the announcement of the work and truth of Jesus Christ in response to the persecutions in Rome under the cruel dictatorship of Nero. Victory and authority over darkness (chaos) and hope in the eternal kingdom are readily present themes. The class will dive into the gospel of Mark through reading, study, lecture, dialogue, meditation and prayer. Come soak in the Word (healing) of God and learn about Jesus Christ through the reading of the Scripture in the common faith of brothers and sisters. Those who are spiritually seeking are also most welcome! It's gonna be a great time together of deep questioning, transformation and healing.

The pilgrimage component will consist of a virtual pilgrimage along the Camino de Santiago.  Participants will be encouraged to walk daily (and intentionally) and to complete certain virtual "stages" of the Camino de Santiago by achieving certain distance goals.  By the end of the course, participants who have stayed on target will receive a virtual "Compostela" (certificate acknowledging that they have completed their virtual Camino). However, the journey does not stop with the physical because pilgrimage is not primarily a physical journey.  The pilgrim/mystic will also learn about mysticism, from its origins and history in Christianity to the methods that have been used by mystics to open themselves to connection with God.  The ultimate goal will be for participants to take a contemplative pilgrimage, through prayer and meditation, toward a closer connection with God and with the Holy Spirit that resides in him/her as a Christian.  Those who are interested should contact Mary at:

mbaldridge@cn.edu.
Dates:  every Thursday night, July 11-August 15, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Location: 4 Market Square on the 3rd floor (Room is to be Determined)
Mary Baldridge
Chair of Philosophy, Linguistics, and World Languages 

Carson-Newman University

Ginger Kielarowski

The New Frontier in Health Care:  Health Care Reform Update for Individuals and Small Businesses

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 was signed by the President and upheld by the Supreme Court, and is now impacting employers and employees alike.  This new era in health care will require action by all employers as the legislation becomes fully implemented on January 1, 2014.  This  is an opportunity for individuals and small employers to find out what is required. 

We will help you sort through the legislation and provide you with important information for learning about the Marketplace, knowing your options and planning for January 1.

 

Benefits for You:

• Discuss Requirements for 2014 and how it will impact Plans, Reporting, Rating, Cost Sharing and more
• Examine the key requirements for individuals and small businesses and related penalties
• Understand the Marketplace and (SHOP) Small business Health Options Program
• Steps to prepare for the changes
• Q & A