"Gospel-of-John"

"Gospel-of-John" is an open forum dedicated to the study of the Gospel according to John in all its dimensions, including its modern religious and spiritual applications. Discussion may include questions related to the meaning, background, and interpretation of this Gospel, and closely related religious issues.  Some members may wish to participate in a regular ongoing "Bible Study" of the chapters and verses of this Gospel.

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People interested in a strictly academic discussion of the Fourth Gospel and related literature should consider joining the "Johannine_Literature" discussion group instead of this one.

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On-Line Resources for the Study of the Gospels

• Johannine Literature: Materials for the Study of the Fourth Gospel  & the Letters of John, compiled by Felix Just, S.J., Ph.D. (Loyola Institute for Spirituality, Orange, CA)
• The Fourth Gospel and John's Epistles: Home Page for Research, by Prof. Joe Gagne (University of South Carolina, Sumter)
• Gospels and Acts: part of the extensive lists in the New Testament Gateway, by Dr. Mark Goodacre (Duke University).
• The Text This Week: Resources for Studying the Gospels, by Jenee Woodard: an excellent and growing source for internet materials on Matthew, Mark, Luke, John and Acts, including both general resources and scripture indices.

"Gospel-of-John" Archives

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Managers

The List Managers of "Gospel-of-John" are Felix Just, S.J. (Loyola Institute for Spirituality, Orange, CA), Nigel Hanscamp (Matamata Union Parish, New Zealand), and John E. Staton (Methodist Church of Great Britain).

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The "Gospel-of-John" Discussion Group was started in May 1999, as a successor to the previous JohnLitr list. It is hosted by YahooGroups.com.