The Book of Ruth: a Story for Our Times
Sermon series, book study discussion groups, and adult learning classes
Join us on Sundays (April 19 – May 17, with a 3-week break, and continuing June 14 – 28) as we explore the book of Ruth through the eyes of Irish theologian, poet, and peacemaker Pádraig Ó Tuama. Each Sunday, we’ll cover one chapter of his book, Borders and Belonging: The Book of Ruth: A Story for our Times, each week. The book is only about 100 pages and will be available for purchase in Trinity Court, or you may purchase it through your favorite bookseller.
The Center for Faith and Justice describes, “In a world marked by borders and riven by divisions, stories of belonging, kindness, and generosity endure. More than that, they carry the power to inspire a better future as people of faith embody their lessons. Join us as we explore how stories of belonging can guide us toward lives of collective flourishing [through truth-telling and inclusion], even in a world where exclusion so often prevails.”
Join us for Modern Worship Collective Sundays, April 26, May 10, and 17 at 5 pm, where we'll continue our engagement with the Borders and Belong sermon series by hearing the immigrant stories of people in our community. Of course, we'll enjoy food, music, and conversation as always!
Please note: the sermon series will be weekly—except these three Sundays: May 24, May 31, and June 7.
Everyone is encouraged to join a small group to discuss the book. Groups will meet weekly during the sermon series. Sign up for one of the discussion groups here.
Rev. Annanda Barclay preaching. Centered around Ruth 1:1, 1:8-18, and covers Chapter 1 in the book "Borders & Belonging" by Pádraig Ó Tuama and Glenn Jordan.
Rev. Annanda Barclay preaching. Centered around Ruth 2:11-12, 3:10-11, and covers Chapter 3 in the book "Borders & Belonging" by Pádraig Ó Tuama and Glenn Jordan.
Watch ther recorde Adult Learning class led by Pastor Annanda here.
Rev. Hardy Kim preaching. Centered around Ruth 2:8-13, and covers Chapter 4 in the book "Borders & Belonging" by Pádraig Ó Tuama and Glenn Jordan.
Rev. Hardy Kim preaching. Centered around Nehemiah 13:1-3, 13:23-27, and covers Chapter 5 in the book "Borders & Belonging" by Pádraig Ó Tuama and Glenn Jordan.
Worship on these dates will not be part of the Borders & Belonging sermon series. Please join us for worship as usual, and again on June 14 when the sermon series resumes.
Rev. Laura Cheifetz preaching. Centered around Ruth 3:1-8, and covers Chapter 6 in the book "Borders & Belonging" by Pádraig Ó Tuama and Glenn Jordan.
Join us at 11:30 am (Soulé Hall and online) for the Adult Learning class led by Pastor Laura.
Jessica Vasquez-Torres preaching. Centered around Ruth 4:1-10, and covers Chapter 7 in the book "Borders & Belonging" by Pádraig Ó Tuama and Glenn Jordan.
Jessica Vasquez-Torres preaching. Centered around Ruth 4:11-17, and covers Chapter 8 in the book "Borders & Belonging" by Pádraig Ó Tuama and Glenn Jordan.
Join us at 11:30 am (Soulé Hall and online) for the Adult Learning class led by Jessica.
Adult Learning classes will take place on three of the Sundays during the sermon series to discuss the scripture, sermon topic and chapter of the book. The classes will meet at 11:30 am in Soulé Hall and online.
May 3 - The Story the Empire Doesn't Tell
Led by Rev. Annanda Barclay
What are the stories that we don’t tell in our country as it relates to our relationship with immigrants? What facts and histories do we keep hidden and silenced? Who does this serve? How do we participate or get co-opted in the production of immigrant storytelling? What is Ruth teaching us about the stories we don’t tell?
June 14 - In conversation with Pádraig
Led by Laura Cheifetz
We'll watch a video of a conversation with Pádraig Ó Tuama, and Laura will facilitate a discussion.
June 28 - In conversation with Pádraig
Led by Jessica Vasquez-Torres
We'll watch a video of a conversation with Pádraig Ó Tuama, and Jessica will facilitate a discussion.