Mary, The Mother Of Christ
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Classes
Class 1: A Very Special Sort of Girlfriend
The class focuses on Mary, the mother of Jesus, emphasizing her faith and the challenges she faced. It explores her spiritual journey and her unwavering trust in God despite the societal and personal difficulties.
Class 2: Shepherds, Souls and Swords
The class discusses Joseph's acceptance of Mary's pregnancy and the journey to Bethlehem for the census, emphasizing the divine purpose behind the inconvenience. It also covers the birth of Jesus in a stable and the prophecies fulfilled by Simeon and Anna.
Class 3: A Mother Loses Her Son
The class discusses Mary's experience during Jesus' childhood and adolescence, focusing on her emotional and spiritual struggles as she watched her son face rejection and danger. It covers the family's move to Nazareth, Jesus' teachings, and the tension between Mary and her other children who doubted Jesus.
Class 4: Mary and Her Messiah
The class explores Mary's journey from her son Jesus' rejection to his crucifixion, emphasizing her faith and suffering. It highlights the importance of staying close to the cross and understanding the path to salvation through tribulation.