Bible study club allows students to connect with God and their classmates.
“The main purpose is to share the Bible in a fun, interactive environment to give the students a chance to interact with other classmates in a way that works for them,” junior and club president Caroline Jackson said.
Caroline succeeds junior Natalie Ritz, who founded the club that intends to serve as a connection between God and school while providing students with a break from their everyday routine.
Established in November 2023, the club creates a shared experience between fellow Christians and God. The club hosts discussions, emphasizes Bible verses and regularly hosts activities to go along with the scripture discussed during club gatherings.
Trust lays the groundwork for a positive relationship with God, according to club member Drew Halter.
One of the more recent activities involved students making their way through various obstacles with their eyes closed, relying on the trust of other students. This activity illustrated how God guides club members through their lives.
Club sponsor and Magnet and AP Biology teacher Jeremy Schratweiser believes that science and religion ultimately connect and go hand in hand with each other.
“When I study [science] and when I see it firsthand, I do not think [science and religion] contradict; at best, [science is] man’s flawed attempt to understand the natural world,” Schratweiser said.
The club will host its next meeting on Jan. 7, 2025. More information regarding upcoming meetings can be found on the club’s Instagram account @olhsbiblestudy.
Participants do not have to associate with Christianity, as the club hopes to spread the word of God to those willing to listen.
“We all need Christ, period. So, do we close the room to anybody just based on whether they do not believe, or they believe in another god, or if they belong to a different church? The answer is no, absolutely not,” Schratweiser said.
