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October 22, 2023–Taxing Question

Drew Tucker, Columbus, OH Warm-up Question Think of something that affects everyone, that’s often unpopular, and that’s necessary for living in a society. Share with a group or a trusted friend how you feel about that thing that you’ve named. ...

October 15, 2023-Faith and Vaccines

A. J. Houseman, Summerville, SC Warm-up Questions Who, among those you know, got vaccinated for COVID-19 first? Do you know why they chose to be vacicanted. When did you get vaccinated? Do you know how many lives the COVID-19 vaccines...

October 8, 2023–Climate Crisis and Stewardship

Courtney Geibert, Redwood City, CA Warm-up Question What is your relationship with nature and the planet?  Climate Crisis and Stewardship In March 2023, the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released its final report on climate change. Drawing...

October 1, 2023–Who Has Authority?

JesusShannyn Fuerst, Seattle, WA Warm-up Questions Who is in charge of your life? Who is in charge at work? At home? At school?  At daycare?  At church? What gives them authority or power? Who Has Authority? I was listening to...

September 24, 2023–What is Fair?

Heather Hansen Warm-up Question When have you been a part of a decision that seemed unfair?  How did that feel?  What made it seem unfair? Bonus Warm-up Activity–Come prepared with enough prizes (like a candy bar or treat of some...