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Current Issues & Faith, Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Facilitated by Kay Klinkenborg.
Dec. 1-15: “J.E.S.U.S.A” DVD. An in-depth exploration of the relationship between Christianity and American nationalism and the violence that often emerges from it. Some featured speakers: Diana Butler Bass, Fr. John Dear, and Dwight Ford.
Dec. 22, 29: Will continue with DVDs and discussion regarding racism, white fragility, etc.
Jump Start, Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Facilitated by John Durbin.
Prep for Sunday Sermon with Scripture/Discussion.
Spiritual Growth, Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m., except for the first Wednesday of the month, when class meets 11:00 a.m.-noon.
Facilitated by Kay Klinkenborg.
Dec. 2: “Reshaping Religious Imagination for Humanity” DVD. Applying the new science/cosmology to our understanding of God, the universe and its implications for worship, prayer and liturgy.
Dec. 9-30: “The Divine Feminine: Its Place in Our Lives” and “God, Women and the World: A New Way To Tell The Story,” by Sr. Joan Chittister, OSB. Part of a series: “The Human Spirit and the Times We Live In.” Chittister explores how owning the feminine can deepen our connection to all of life and all people, discovering we have new eyes with which to see and new ears to hear.
Cosmic Christians, Thursdays, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Facilitated by Linette Stenberg. Discussion of the book “Begin Again” by Dr. Eddie Glaude, Jr. The author examines the writings of James Baldwin and his impact on challenging racism in the USA.