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Pub Theology 2012!

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Our first gathering of the year is tonight!

Here’s a sneak-peak at what’s on the sheet:


1.    Do you have any New Year’s resolutions?
Why is it that they tend to be individual?
What would a communal resolution look like?
Should PT have a 2012 resolution?

2.  “Individualism is a poor container for the Gospel.”

3.  In light of the 2012 end of time idea, do you think the redemption of Christ will come in this world — or does it require a new world?

4.  What would have to happen for the believer *not* to believe?

5.  What would have to happen for the unbeliever *to* believe?

6.  Is theology (or what kind of theology is) compatible with belief in the constancy of nature?

Can’t make it out?  Post your thoughts below.

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