Signs of Hope: A Journey Through John’s Gospel

“The Great Catch” by John August Swanson

Signs of Hope: A Journey Through John’s Gospel is a nine-week small group study designed to inspire both hope and action. Meeting at various times and locations throughout the week, these groups foster deep discussion and meaningful community. Everyone is welcome to participate. Through a close reading of John’s Gospel, this series explores key themes such as light in darkness, radical inclusion, and Jesus’ divine identity. Each session invites participants to reflect on how Christ’s message calls us to transformative faith and justice. Whether you’re new to the Gospel of John or revisiting it with fresh eyes, this study encourages an engaged and hopeful response to God’s expansive love.

Groups Meetings:

• Sunday at 9:30am at Living Faith with Barry Birdwhistell
• Monday at 7:00pm at The Clagetts’ with Bill and Joan
• Tuesday 6:30pm at the Prayer Garden with Karen Birdwhistell
• Tuesday at 1:30pm at the Fenders’ with Keith and Maryjane
• Wednesday at 5:30pm (6:00pm) at Living Faith with David Brandon
• Thursday at 7:00pm at the Kings’ with Mik and Mindy
• Saturday at 10:00am at Living Faith with Carol Pierce

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Lesson Schedule

Week of…	Text	Lesson Title
9-Mar	Introduction	Introducing the Gospel of John: Setting the Stage
16-Mar	John 1:1-51	The Word Among Us: Embracing God’s Expansive Love
23-Mar	John 2:1-5:47	Radical Grace: Signs of a New Way
30-Mar	Spring Break	Spring Break
6-Apr	John 6:1-10:42	Abundance for All: Jesus and the Bread of Justice
13-Apr	John 11:1-12:50	Resurrection Now: Hope in the Face of Despair
20-Apr	John 13:1-17:26	Love in Action: Servanthood, Justice, and Unity
27-Apr	John 18:1-19:42	Empire and the Cross: Standing with the Oppressed
4-May	John 20:1-31	Resurrected for Liberation: A Faith Beyond Fear
11-May	John 21:1-25	Called to Love: Restoring, Reconciling, and Following