The guest speaker for next week’s Joy Lunch had to unexpectedly cancel this week, and Ann asked me if I had any ideas of guest speakers who might be able to step in.
After much thinking, I really didn't have an idea. However, I remembered that I used to do an interactive workshop about religious literacy, and why it’s important. If you want to know what religious literacy is, here’s a wonderful 3 minute video from a number of years ago. I think the topic is still very relevant.
https://youtu.be/HsKcm59CHUU?si=BDoGdEzz-zo3Befa
After reading two of Stephen Prothero’s books, (God is Not One and Religious Literacy) I pitched an interview with him to the Observer (now Broadview). I was chair of the Board of Directors at the time, so I might have had a bit of an “in” with the Editor. Anyway, they sent me down to Boston where I spent a lovely couple of hours in his office doing the interview.
The interview is still online in the Broadview archives. You can find it at:
Stephen Prothero, scholar, says Americans are religiously illiterate | Broadview Magazine
I said to Ann I could pull a few activities and revisit my notes to put a short presentation together. Ann agreed it was a timely subject. I hope you agree!
Alana Martin is here this weekend to help us think through our approach to children’s, youth and young adult ministry. We had a wonderful few hours last night in conversation with the young adults in our midst. Now, I am just getting ready to fly out the door for the workshop she will offer to Bethany (and other interested folks in our Region).
You will get a chance to hear her tomorrow, when she will offer the sermon/reflection. She will also be leading the time with all ages, and will be reading this book to the children if you want to check it out.
💖 Kid's Book Read Aloud: WHEN GOD MADE YOU by Matthew Paul Turner with Mr. K's Storyland
Have a blessed weekend!
Martha