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John A. Bernbaum
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Opening the Red Door: Curriculum Guide

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I have developed a series of discussion guides based on OPENING THE RED DOOR.
Each topic includes a participant’s guide and a leader’s guide.


Evaluating the Response of Western Governments and Advisors – Leader’s Guide
Evaluating the Response of Western Governments and Advisors – Participant’s Guide

Leadership Principles – A Case Study in International Business – Leader’s Guide
Leadership Principles – A Case Study in International Business – Participant’s Guide

Overcoming Cross-Cultural Differences – Leader’s Guide
Overcoming Cross-Cultural Differences – Participant’s Guide

Political Realities and Strategic Obstacles – Leader’s Guide
Political Realities and Strategic Obstacles – Participant’s Guide

Soviet/Russian Interest in Christianity – Leader’s Guide
Soviet/Russian Interest in Christianity – Participant’s Guide

The Role of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) vs. Federal Programs – Leader’s Guide
The Role of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) vs. Federal Programs – Participant’s Guide

The Role of the Christian College Coalition (CCC) and its Member College & Universities – Leader’s Guide
The Role of the Christian College Coalition (CCC) and its Member College & Universities – Participant’s Guide

Download the full OPENING THE RED DOOR Curriculum Guide

Reflections on Russia

  • Russia’s Post-Communist Development
  • U.S.-Russian Relations
  • Russia’s Pre-1991 History
  • Russian Culture and Values
  • Religious Life in Russia
  • Russian Literature

Reflections on Shalom

  • Old Testament Foundations
  • Jesus’ Palestinian Context
  • Jesus’ Birth & Youth
  • Jesus in Action
  • Jesus’ Teachings
  • Palm Sunday – Golgatha
  • Resurrection – Pentecost
  • Apostles’ Teachings on Shalom
  • Conclusion
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