The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer is inviting the public to join a 10-part lecture series exploring the historical origins and evolution of the Christian faith, examining foundational core beliefs, the profound influence of the life and lessons of Jesus, and Paul’s role in the formation of early churches.
The series will also look at Creation, God’s interaction with ancient Israel, making moral decisions, and the meaning of baptism.
The 50-minute sessions will be led by Rev. Frank W. Hughes, Ph.D., priest in residence at the Redeemer, who is a member of the Society of Biblical Literature, secretary-treasurer of the Anglican Association of Biblical Scholars, and an expert on the letters of Paul.
“We are inviting the Ruston community to join us as we take a historical, enlightening look back at core Christian beliefs and principles, so we can better understand the evolution of the Christian faith,” Dr. Hughes said. “While the series is retrospective in nature, it will be an interesting journey and will certainly provide perspective on the evolution of our faith as we know it today.”
The series will be held on Sunday mornings at 9:15 a.m. in Haskell Hall at the Church of the Redeemer, 504 Tech Drive, Ruston, LA. The series will begin on Nov. 9, and will conclude on Feb. 8, 2026, with a two-week break for the Christmas holidays. Coffee and donuts will be served.
For further information about the lecture series, please call 318-255-3925 or visit the Redeemer website at: www.rustonredeemer.org
