Summer Reading Suggestions
August 6, 2024
Summer Reading
What are you reading this summer? Carolyn and Betty have some great recommendations! They suggest American Idolatry: How Christian Nationalism Betrays the Gospel and Threatens the Church by Andrew Whitehead, who will be speaking at North Church on September 15th. Gardeners are invited to attend, and the event will be followed by a conversation.
Another recommendation is Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution by Rainn Wilson.
Discussions on both books will be part of the Together in 111 series.
Messages from the Mountaintop
A blog post in which Betty Brandt explores the alarming rise in antisemitism, recent tragic events, and the impact on Jewish communities, urging readers to stand in solidarity and foster awareness. It highlights personal reflections, concerns for safety, and meaningful ways to support and engage with Jewish friends and neighbors.
Messages from the Mountaintop
Who's On Your Mt. Rushmore?
Jesus Was Woke.
Some interesting facts about this special day
Betty Brandt comments on how two films—Conclave and Penguin Lessons—have taken on unexpected relevance in 2025. Conclave offers a glimpse into the process of selecting a new pope, coinciding with Pope Francis’s passing, while Penguin Lessons delves into Argentina’s turbulent 1970s, raising questions about justice and moral responsibility. Explore their significance in today's changing world.
Progress Report
Let's be the change we want to see
"Easy on Me" Sung by Caroline Smith Songwriters: Adele Laurie Blue Adkins & Gregory Allen Kurstin. "Easy on Me" lyrics © Jack Reynolds, Jack Reynolds Music, O/B/O DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
