food 4 thought
Sundays, 11:45 (following the 10:30 a.m. service)
With the challenges of busy schedules and getting around in Chicago these events are scheduled when the community is already gathered—following Sunday morning worship! Come upstairs to Passavant Hall after the liturgy for a meal and a thought-provoking presentation or discussion.
The meals prepared for food4thought support local farmers, educate volunteers from the congregation in healthful cooking, and help us care for creation through organic and sustainable food systems. Freewill donations accepted. Sponsors for the meals are also welcome. Contact the church office for more information.
Schedule
September 20: What Is Your Story? The Psychology of Personal Identity – Dan McAdams
Professor Dan P. McAdams (Psychology Department, Northwestern University) will talk about research he has done over the past two decades on the psychology of personal identity among young and midlife American adults. The research shows that people begin to construct and internalize self-defining stories, or personal narratives, in young adulthood as a way to find meaning, purpose, and identity in life. How do we do this? What kinds of stories do we ultimately tell about our lives? How do stories reflect culture and faith? McAdams will discuss how people can gain insights into their own personal narratives and will highlight some of the more inspiring, as well as some of the more troubling, stories that we Americans live by.
October 25: Make It Simple: Gratitude, Contentment and Generosity
Several members of our community will share faith stories about living simply as we seek to practice the values of eco-spirituality, living with less and sharing what we have with a world in need. If the prospect of simplifying your life intrigues you, come and hear some practical ways of bringing spirituality into the way you live, eat and use the gifts God has given you.
February 21: Always Online: Blessing and Curse
Many hours a day most of us are “connected” to the internet, e-mail, Facebook, cell phones or even old-fashioned radio and television. As much as there are many gifts in these connections to one another and the world, it is often hard to disconnect and relax in nature or with loved ones. Come and share some of the challenges of always being online and as well as some creative ways to go offline for spiritual refreshment.
March 14: Celebrating Easter on Planet Earth – Ben Stewart
The early church's celebrations of the Easter Vigil overflowed with images of a restored and flourishing creation. Come learn what contemporary scholars are saying about the relevance of the Easter Vigil in this age of ecological emergency. Some examples of the Easter Vigil at Holy Trinity will be incorporated into the presentation. Ben Stewart is professor of worship at Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago and this is the third Seminary Sampler event led by faculty from LSTC.
April 25: Classical Music, Contemporary Spirituality: An Introduction to Handel's Messiah – Jonathan DeSouza
From concert halls to movie soundtracks, Handel’s Messiah and its famous “Hallelujah Chorus” have been part of pop culture for over 250 years. Getting ready for an upcoming performance at Holy Trinity, we’ll explore musical, historical, and theological aspects of this iconic work—and reflect on how art from the past can enliven our creative and spiritual lives today. Jonathan is a doctoral student in music theory at the University of Chicago.
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