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THE SERiES
"A Better Story" is a series of weekly meetings that will explore the Gospel story throughout the Bible. Through a mixture of teaching and small group discussion, we will explore how the story of Jesus speaks to the stories we tell ourselves, offering the hope and meaning we long for.
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These Thursday evening conversations will take place for ten weeks starting on September 11. The series will end with a special capstone weekend of presentations on November 14-15. Keep reading to learn more!
THURSDAY EVENING CONVERSATIONS
​September 11 - November 13
6:00-8:00 PM
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FINAL CAPSTONE WEEKEND
November 14-15
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WHAT TO EXPECT
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"A Better Story" will take place in the Fellowship Hall of the North Cascade Seventh-day Adventist Church. Each evening will begin with a free dinner for all ages at 6:00 PM. At 6:30 PM, children ages 5-12 are invited to participate in special kids' programming that will run during the main meeting. If you plan to bring kids, please note that when you register, so our team can plan ahead.
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The Thursday evening meetings are called "conversations" because they will alternate between teaching from the front and small-group discussion. This relaxed style of presentation will give listeners a chance to engage with the topic, share ideas and hear other perspectives.
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SOME TOPICS WE WILL EXPLORE
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Why trust the Bible? How should we read it?
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What is the Gospel story?
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How was Jesus part of God's ultimate plan?
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If God is good, why is there suffering?
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Why follow Jesus?
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What is Sabbath?
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How will God solve the problem of evil?
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What happens when you die?
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What does the Bible teach about hell?
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What does the Bible teach about eternity?
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And much more!
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Jordan Stephan is the Senior Pastor of the North Cascade Seventh-day Adventist Church. He grew up in Skagit Valley, and he is glad to be back in the area again with his family. Jordan is passionate about teaching the Bible, helping others to see how the overarching story of Scripture makes sense of the details. Besides his work in ministry, Jordan loves reading books, playing board games, and spending time with his wife, Rachel, and their new baby girl.
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OUR PRESENTER
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