Facilitated by Amy Leigh Bamberg, Spiritual Director and Co-Founder at Old Paths
Wielding curiosity like a superpower, Amy Leigh warmly facilitates opportunities for exploration and growth. She creates welcoming spaces where diverse voices can engage with the scriptures, discover God's invitations, and foster a deeper connection with Him. Through a blend of ancient traditions and academic study, she inspires holistic transformation during these sessions.
Drawing from her extensive experience in pastoral care, along with her rigorous biblical, theological, and spiritual training, Amy Leigh provides compassion and wisdom to those seeking to deepen their relationships with God, themselves, and others.
Not a Bible study. A dynamic blend of spiritual practices and biblical hermeneutics to ignite your curiosity, increase your understanding, and empower your heart in following Christ.
"Every time I leave our sessions, I feel like a changed person. It's as though you've opened doors to ways of thinking and seeing that I never even knew existed, and I'm so grateful for the gift of learning with you."
— Shannon, Nashville, TN
Session Overview
Session 1: Practice visio divina with Nature. Explore the purpose of the Bible.
Session 2: Practice silence. Explore the purpose of story and metanarrative.
Session 3: Practice centering prayer. Explore Old Testament history.
Session 4: Practice centering prayer. Explore New Testament history.
Session 5: Practice lectio divina with poetry. Explore the literary-grammatical approach to exposition.
Session 6: Practice and explore lectio divina with Scripture.
Session 7: Practice imaginative prayer. Explore observation as first step in exposition.
Session 8: Practice holy listening. Explore interpretation as second step in exposition.
Session 9: Practice lectio divina. Explore evaluation as third step in exposition.
Session 10: Practice silence. Explore application as fourth step in exposition.
Session 11: Practice visio divina with art. Explore the cohesive biblical story.
Session 12: Practice lectio divina with wisdom literature. Explore the wisdom literature of Scripture.
Session 13: Gather for retreat