Bible Study
Welcome couples, singles, men and women – all who love the Bible – for a time of friendship and fellowship! Join us in the inspirational setting of the Rocky Mountains for Bible Study, discussions with other spiritual thinkers, recreation and relaxation.
November 4-8, 2021
At the A/U Ranches’ Adult Bible Study program, we discover the Bible’s relevance for today’s society and how its teachings can guide individuals and churches alike. Our days are a mix of Bible study and lively discussion, along with times of rest and relaxation. Delicious meals and new friendships await all. We’d love to have you join us! Space fills up quickly, so reserve your place today.
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2021 Topic: The Gospel of John: A Gospel with Many Dimensions
From the instructor, Dr. Susan Humble, PhD:
In this upcoming Adult Bible Study we will be studying the Gospel of John, a gospel quite familiar to most students of the Bible. My primary interest is to engage you in mining each chapter for new insights and inspiration. We’ll be learning how to engage with John’s gospel by asking new questions, exploring new perspectives, and seeing often-missed connections. After our three days learning together you will have practical and new tools to use with your continued study of the Bible.
About the Instructor
Dr. Susan Humble, PhD
I am often asked: 1) Why would I spend eight more years in school getting a Master’s and then a Doctorate, and 2) why, of all subjects, would I study the Bible? My answer: it was a natural progression inspired by my passion for the Bible.
For most of my career, I worked as a Vice President of Investments for a national investment firm. I enjoyed my job and appreciated the opportunity to put into practice what I was learning from the Bible and the writings of Mary Baker Eddy.
One day I was invited to a talk by a Bible scholar on the historical, political, and cultural backgrounds of Galilee, Samaria, and Judea during the years Jesus lived and traveled for his ministry. Inspired by that weekend’s experience and the new ideas I heard, I began to broaden my study of the Bible. A few years later I enrolled in the Biblical Interpretation program at the Claremont School of Theology in Claremont, California, where I earned a Master’s degree.
Three years later I was led to attend Denver University and the Iliff School of Theology in Denver, Colorado. I completed my doctoral work in 2015. In 2016 my dissertation on the Gospel of John was published by a well-respected publisher.
The best part of all this study has been the opportunities to share what I am learning. I’ve had the privilege of making presentations, engage in Bible studies, and lead discussions about the Bible at churches, to small groups, at conferences, seminars, workshops, and universities. I find that people hunger for a better understanding of the Bible, and they want to learn more new ways to read the Bible in order to gain meaning, guidance, and inspiration from this cherished book.
Adult Program Highlights
2021 Adult Programs
Week 2: July 1–7 | Half Sessions: July 1–4 and July 4–7
Week 3: August 14–20
Cost: Adult $995; Youth (8-13) $845; Child (1-7) $695; Infant (0-11 mo.) $315
Half Session Cost: $635 adult; $540 youth; $445 child; $200 infant
Stay the night between weeks 1 and 2, or the night after week 2 to attend your camper’s end-of-session banquet, for $150/night
Adult Mini Camp
Half session: August 22–25 or 25–28 | $575
Adult $975; Youth (8-13) $770; Child (1-7) $635; Infant (0-11 mo.) $315
There is now financial support for all adult and family programs through the Campership Fund!
Apply for Adult Campership
- $50/special requests
- $75 for a private room
- $100 for an apartment
- $125/person Deluxe double
- $200/person Deluxe single
- $150/person Super Deluxe double
- $225/person Super Deluxe single
The Adult Programs application is online. It will take approximately 10 minutes to complete, so plan accordingly. Please be prepared with the following information:
- Participant’s name, phone number and email address
- An emergency contact, complete with phone number and email address
- Payment information – either credit card or echeck
Adults 18 yrs+; all our Adult Programs are open to Christian Scientists, their adult family members and friends of all faiths. Note: Adults are also invited to attend all our Family Programs.