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Programs at the CSC

Our programming offers opportunities to explore the intellectual and cultural resources of the Christian tradition through stand-alone events, multi-week reading groups, as well as more sustained communities of intellectual and moral formation for students and faculty.

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All of our programs embody our commitment to hospitality, generous conversation, and the integration of faith and life.  

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Download our Google calendar here: CSC Programs Calendar

View all programs as a shareable PDF here: Semester at a Glance Fall 2026

  • Director's Class
    Director's Class
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Sep 02
    Christian Study Center Gainesville
    Sep 02, 2026, 11:40 AM – 12:40 PM
    Christian Study Center Gainesville, 112 NW 16th St, Gainesville, FL 32603, USA
    Join us for a weekly lecture, a free meal, and the opportunity to connect with other students at our Director's Class, taught by Executive Director, Mike Sacasas.
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  • Reading Group: Being and the Between
    Reading Group: Being and the Between
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Sep 02
    Christian Study Center Gainesville
    Sep 02, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Christian Study Center Gainesville, 112 NW 16th St, Gainesville, FL 32603, USA
    Join us for weekly reading and discussion of "Being and Between" by William Desmond. This reading group will be facilitated by Joshua Perlin.
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  • Reading Group: The Moviegoer
    Reading Group: The Moviegoer
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Sep 08
    Christian Study Center Gainesville
    Sep 08, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Christian Study Center Gainesville, 112 NW 16th St, Gainesville, FL 32603, USA
    Join us for weekly reading and discussion of "The Moviegoer" by William Desmond. This reading group will be facilitated by Dr. Kevin Bird.
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  • Convivium: Why Read?
    Convivium: Why Read?
    Thu, Sep 10
    Christian Study Center Gainesville
    Sep 10, 2026, 7:00 PM
    Christian Study Center Gainesville, 112 NW 16th St, Gainesville, FL 32603, USA
    Join us for a meal and discussion around the importance of reading. The discussion will be facilitated by Executive Director, Mike Sacasas and Assistant Director, Josh Perlin.
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  • Mental Health as a Christian Vocation
    Mental Health as a Christian Vocation
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Sep 14
    Christian Study Center Gainesville
    Sep 14, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Christian Study Center Gainesville, 112 NW 16th St, Gainesville, FL 32603, USA
    In this three-part series, a licensed psychologist and a licensed professional counselor and counselor educator will explore four major models of integrating Christian faith with counseling
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  • Reading Pop-Up: Out of the Silent Planet
    Reading Pop-Up: Out of the Silent Planet
    Thu, Sep 24
    Christian Study Center Gainesville
    Sep 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Christian Study Center Gainesville, 112 NW 16th St, Gainesville, FL 32603, USA
    Join us for an evening discussion of "Out of the Silent Planet" by C. S. Lewis. This reading pop-up will be facilitated by John Mark Vondruska.
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  • Law as a Christian Vocation
    Law as a Christian Vocation
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Sep 27
    Christian Study Center Gainesville
    Sep 27, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Christian Study Center Gainesville, 112 NW 16th St, Gainesville, FL 32603, USA
    This reading discussion group will explore what it means for Christians to practice law not only as a profession, but also as a vocation.
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  • Faith in the Academy | Faculty Q&A
    Faith in the Academy | Faculty Q&A
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Sep 30
    Christian Study Center Gainesville
    Sep 30, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:40 PM
    Christian Study Center Gainesville, 112 NW 16th St, Gainesville, FL 32603, USA
    Join us as we take a break from our regular Director's Class programming to hear from a faculty member and how they integrate their faith with their field of study.
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  • Reading Group: Mother of the Lamb
    Reading Group: Mother of the Lamb
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Oct 05
    Christian Study Center Gainesville
    Oct 05, 2026, 12:50 PM – 1:40 PM
    Christian Study Center Gainesville, 112 NW 16th St, Gainesville, FL 32603, USA
    Join us for weekly reading and discussion of "Mother of the Lamb: The Story of a Global Icon" by Matthew Milliner. This reading group will be facilitated by Dr. Ethan Williamson.
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  • Evening Lecture: Dr. Ana Siljak
    Evening Lecture: Dr. Ana Siljak
    Mon, Oct 05
    Christian Study Center Gainesville
    Oct 05, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Christian Study Center Gainesville, 112 NW 16th St, Gainesville, FL 32603, USA
    Join us for a reception and evening lecture with Dr. Ana Siljak titled "Starting Small: Personalism and the Revival of Humanism"
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  • Topics in Biblical Studies: Biblical Interpretation
    Topics in Biblical Studies: Biblical Interpretation
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Oct 15
    Christian Study Center Gainesville
    Oct 15, 2026, 12:40 PM – 1:50 PM
    Christian Study Center Gainesville, 112 NW 16th St, Gainesville, FL 32603, USA
    This five-week class will explore principles for understanding God’s intended meaning. We will then analyze key Bible passages with these principles in mind.
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  • Advent Concert
    Advent Concert
    Tue, Dec 01
    Christian Study Center Gainesville
    Dec 01, 2026, 7:00 PM
    Christian Study Center Gainesville, 112 NW 16th St, Gainesville, FL 32603, USA
    Join us for a unique art exhibition featuring contemplative pieces from local artist, Isabel Crist Covey. This exhibit is a part of Art Walk Gainesville.
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