Evening Lecture: Dr. Amy Peeler

Lecture Title

"My Soul Doth Magnify the Lord: The Life of Mary in the New Testament"

Speaker Bio

It only took a few days in her first Biblical Studies class in college to realize that this topic is what she wanted to study for the rest of her life. Amy is incredibly thankful that she can now research and teach God’s Word daily as part of her vocation. Dr. Peeler’s initial research in the Epistle to the Hebrews prompted her to explore ancient rhetoric, the use of the Old Testament in the New, Israel's sacrificial system, atonement, family and inheritance in the Ancient World. The focus on God as Father in Hebrews led to studies in feminist theology, Mary, mother of God, and theological language. Hebrews articulates what Amy believes is true of all Scripture: it is living and active and sharp enough to penetrate our hearts, minds, and spirits.…