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Open Book: Ash Wednesday by Marjorie Maddox
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Most people know Ash Wednesday as the beginning of Lent, a time of preparation leading up to Easter Sunday. But what does it all mean? Why ashes? What does it say about the human condition? Join Lori Strawn and Alice Shelton as they find deep meaning in “Ash Wednesday,” a poem by contemporary poet Marjorie…
Open Book: “Bone” by Mary Oliver
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How can you find God in a book or a poem? Through inspired reading and thoughtful discussion, you can discover the godliness in literature. Try it! Join Lori Strawn and Alice Shelton as they explore another poem, “Bone” by the wonderful spiritual writer, Mary Oliver. LISTEN NOW!
Open Book: John O’Donohue’s “For Longing”
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How can longing make our lives spiritually richer? What do you long for and how can you best achieve it? Tune in and listen to Lori Strawn and guest host Sue Bradford Edwards discuss the blessings of a longing heart as they examine the poem “For Longing” by Irish poet John O’Donohue. LISTEN NOW!
Open Book: Disgraceland by Mary Karr
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This week, we have a lively discussion of poet and author Mary Karr’s edgy poem “Disgraceland”. Topics are sure to include the role of doubt in spirituality, the human soul and the level of God’s activity in our salvation journey. With Alice Shelton and guest host Karen Laven. Join us! LISTEN NOW!
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