Friday Nights with the Church Fathers
We’ve started a new book group on Friday nights. Our initial plan is to read the 22 “books” of St Augustine’s City of God over the course of 22 weeks. Last night Brent, Aimee, Mindi, Jared, and I all had spaghetti followed by discussion of book one.
Aimee emphasized the significance of Augustine’s view of women and purity (it’s a matter of the will and not the body). Mindi discussed her appreciation of how Augustine defended Christians (corporately and individually) against the pagans and did not blame them for not being holy enough or involved enough in their culture (more from her here). Jared had only read the first few pages and so mostly listened and questioned. Brent served as our fact – checker; he is better than Wikipedia. I made a few embarrassing blunders about Roman history but thoroughly enjoyed the chance to explore Augustine’s theology and the historical context of his work.
Next Friday we will gather again to discuss book two and hopefully have a few more join us.
January 29th, 2012 at 10:20 am
As I noted on Mindi's blog, I am jealous of this group.
January 29th, 2012 at 1:15 pm
We would love to have you! Wish you were less than 3000 miles away…
January 31st, 2012 at 4:21 pm
Our comments are collected and noted in a public forum? Yikes. This marks the last time I ever speak in a group. :p
January 31st, 2012 at 8:40 pm
You are quoted primarily to incite jealousy in those not privileged to enjoy your company…