SHSIC Ministry Lesson Course
In this course we will read and discuss scripture pertaining to Women Studies
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Season 1
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Hebrews Chapter 1-7
Explore the Bible: Hebrews: Chapters 1-7 is a 6-session group Bible Study, introducing the Book of Hebrews. The book offers encouragement and hope to believers. The context of the original audience indicates that these early followers of Jesus were contemplating abandoning their faith.
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Hebrews Chapters 8-13
Explore the Bible brings you deep, book-by-book study. Each study focuses on one book of the Bible (or section of a book) and features questions designed to encourage group discussion. These studies encourage transformational encounters with Scripture that help participants know the Word in a personal and meaningful way. And because the Word equips us "for every good work," as Paul wrote in 2 Timothy 3, these studies help adults understand how to live it out in their own life context.
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New Season 2025 - 2026 - See the dates and Zoom information below for the Saturday Lessons from 3 pm - 5 pm
Meeting ID: 871 9790 9099/Passcode 757371
September 27, 2025
October 18, 2025
November 15, 2025
December no lesson planned - SHSIC Ministry Holiday Luncheon
January 24, 2026
February 21, 2026
March 21, 2026
April 18, 2026
May 30, 2026
Nature Walk w/ Hikeolution - Once a month (Saturday, 10-:30am-12:30pm)
*Sat. September 6th - South Mountain Reservation (Maplewood, NJ)
*Sun. October 19th - Annual Making Strides Breast Cancer Walk (Newark, NJ)
*Sat. November 8th - Warinanco Park (Roselle, NJ)
Discussion Group: Once a month In-Person (Saturday, 11am-1pm) - 2025-2026 Season: Women’s Essays (Critical Thinking) Via Zoom
*Sat. November 1st - Gaia and God: An Ecofeminist Theology of Earth Healing - Rosemary Radford Ruether - Meeting ID 85 9126 6334/ Passcode 858240
*Sat. February 28th - The Issue of Woman - Man Equality in the Islamic Tradition - Riffat Hassan - Meeting ID 826 1832 6016/Passcode 710578
*Sat. May 2nd - Forged under the Sun/Forjada bajo el sol: The Life of Maria Elena Lucas - Meeting ID 821 5215 8794/Passcode 684218
Meet Your Instructor
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Meet Your Instructor ✳
Dr. Karoline Bethea-Jones
Dr. Karoline Bethea-Jones has been diligently teaching Biblical Studies for over thirty years, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to her students.
She has dedicated more than forty years to rigorous study and spiritual formation, culminating in the completion of her extensive training at The Sure Foundation Theological Institute. There, she earned an impressive array of academic credentials, including an Associate of Christian Studies, Bachelor of Church Ministry, Master of Theology, and ultimately her Doctorate of Bible Philosophy in Theology.
In addition to her academic achievements, Dr. Bethea-Jones is a licensed and ordained minister in good standing with The Sure Foundation Fellowship, an established ecclesiastical body.
This fellowship holds all the rights and privileges authorized by state laws and the U.S. Constitution, authorizing her to establish churches as well as perform significant religious ceremonies such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and various other ecclesiastical duties.
Meet the Team
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Keyana Nikaamen
Health & Wellness Chair – Oversees and leads the Spiritual Hikes, guiding participants in both physical activity and spiritual reflection, while also facilitating health and wellness workshops that promote holistic well-being and encourage healthy lifestyle choices.
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Vickey Sims
Community Service Chair - Oversees and coordinates community service opportunities, ensuring that SHSIC Ministry Members have meaningful and impactful ways to get involved and serve others in their local communities.
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Lexi Sims
Executive Assistant – Rresponsible for accurately recording the minutes, managing correspondence, and disseminating important information to ensure that all SHSIC Ministry members remain well-informed and up to date.
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Kayla Lopez
Budget Committee Chair – Responsible for creating detailed and comprehensive budgets, as well as actively seeking out grants and funding opportunities to support the SHSIC Executive Team. This role is essential in ensuring the smooth operation of day-to-day activities and the overall financial health of the ministry.
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Marilyn Cole
Events Coordinator and Planner - Responsible for organizing and managing various events with careful attention to detail and effective communication.
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Najah Smith-Jones
Budget Committee Co-Chair responsible for assisting in overseeing financial planning and budgeting processes.
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Anita Crum
Membership Chair – Coordinate and oversee all aspects of membership to effectively expand and strengthen the overall membership base.
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Tiffany Douglas
Health & Wellness Co-chair - Responsible for supporting and promoting initiatives that encourage physical, mental, and spiritual well-being within the community.