September 1

What Does it Mean to be a People of Expectation?

Please join us for a small group discussion on what does it mean to be a people of expectation.

 

September 8

The Future: Glass Half Empty or Glass Half Full: Part II – Frank Stone, Presenter

On the Horizon: genetic engineering, artificial intelligence, and micro robotics. The threats: nuclear war, ecological collapse, and human redundancy. Can we enjoy the benefits and avoid the threats?

 

September 15

Weaponized Evangelicalism, Part II – Steve Wiggins, Presenter

In the first session we took a brief historical tour of Evangelicalism and how it became involved in politics. This second session will go into a little more detail concerning further characteristics of the movement. We will examine their issues that both divide and unite it, their political agendas and parallel developments with fascism and nationalism.

 

September 22

Caring for the Caregivers – Mary Tomlinson, hospice nurse, Presenter

As our elderly population continues to grow, more and more of us step into the role of care giver. Whether your loved one is at home or in a facility, the responsibilities of being a caregiver can be very stressful. Learn more about your role, your resources and ways to stay healthy as a caregiver in this workshop-style program.

 

September 29

The Plight of the Uyghers in China – Lehigh Conference of Churches, Presenter

The Uyghers are a Turkic people who live in Northwestern China. They are mostly Muslim and are being persecuted by the Chinese who are seeking to destroy the Uygher religion and culture. We will learn more about the Uyghers from concerned church members in our community thanks to the invitation from Beth Taylor of our Social Action Committee.

 

If you are interested in leading a discussion or for more information, please contact Cari Poole or anyone of our Breakfast Forum volunteers, Frank Stone, Fred Bomberger, John Kennedy and Dan Poresky.  If you would like to be added or removed from the Breakfast Forum email list, please email your request to Cari Poole.