The truth about our readers
If there’s one thing that is true about our readers, it’s that we love books and reading — and so does our most recent podcast guest, Jessica Hooten Wilson. We talk about her book Reading for the Love of God, and we also dig into the unique features of life in academia and ways that we can inspire students to learn from the greats.
“From my perspective, education is about passing the best that has been thought and said across culture and time so that the next group of people might love and glorify God. If that’s the case, then we might teach differently.”
A blessed Good Friday to you today as we enter these three days of accompanying Christ in the darkness. We’re reminded of Tish Harrison Warren’s piece on the ordinary bleakness of Holy Saturday — the necessary silent passage before the glory of resurrection.
“And God, unhurried, like a master composer, let the discordance swell a little longer before the triumphant resolve. Holy Saturday reminds us that the rhythm of redemption involves waiting, tension, the ache of not knowing what’s ahead.”
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Are you a Christian in the business world? InterVarsity’s Christian MBA Alumni Network will host a fireside chat on Monday, April 10 at 7pm (central) with Cathie Wood, CEO/CIO of ARK Investment Management. The event will be in real time (not recorded), so register to participate in the session, Q-and-A time, and optional networking.
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Four More Things We Loved This Week
“Our new stamp … will be seen by millions and forever remind us of the power of her words and the ideas she brought to the world.” Toni Morrison was recently honored with her very own tribute stamp.
Perfect for Holy Week — this podcast discussion with author and Episcopal priest Fleming Rutledge delves deeply into the meaning of the crucifixion.
Priya Parker’s recent newsletter explores ways to cultivate an intentional relationship with technology at our gatherings.
This very simple, egg-free chocolate mousse looks like the perfect Easter dessert whether you’re dining solo or feeding a crowd.