This Bible study method was introduced at the Lambeth Conference, a gathering of bishops of the Anglican Communion. It is known by both names: “Lambeth” and ‘African”.

Opening Prayer: Blessed Lord, who caused all Holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that we may embrace and hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our savior Jesus Christ. Amen. (BCP p 236, Proper 28)

1 One individual reads the passage slowly.

2 Each person identifies the word or phrase that catches their attention (1 minute).

3 Each shares the word or phrase around the group.

4 Another person reads the passage slowly (from a different translation if possible).

5 Each person identifies where this passage touches their life today (3-5 minutes)

6 Each shares.

7 Passage is read a third time (another reader and translation if possible).

8 From what they have heard, each person shares what they believe God wants them to do or be and/or any ways in which they believe God invites them to change (5 minutes)

9 Each shares.

10 Each prays for the person on their right, naming what was shared in step #9.

11 Close with the Lord’s Prayer and silence.

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