The Community at the Crossing—an ecumenical group of young people living for a year on the Cathedral close—regularly hosts distinguished guest scholars and teachers. The Bridge Seminars offer an opportunity to learn from some of these eminent thinkers in an intimate, roundtable setting, side-by-side with members of the Community at the Crossing.

This seminar introduces scholarly interpretations of the gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, three stories of Jesus’ life in the New Testament that bear narrative similarity to each other. Special attention will be given to their historical contexts within ancient Judaism and the Roman Empire, to parable interpretation, to theological legacies, and to the ethical visions of these texts.

Dr. Michael Peppard, professor of theology at Fordham University, is a scholar and teacher who brings to light the meanings of the Bible and early Christian materials in their social, political, artistic, and ritual contexts.

The class schedule is
September 29, 10am – 12pm and 2:30pm – 4:30pm
October 6, 10am – 12pm and 2:30pm – 4:30pm

Attendance is required at both days of this seminar.