Over the past few months Father Tom (rector at Church of the Holy Spirit) has been hosting a "Theology Cafe" at Panera Bread on Tuesday mornings. It has been quite an enjoyable experience, and I would have to say one of my favorite ministries that I am able to participate in at Church of the Holy Spirit. We typically have around 8 people (including the little ones) and have recently been asking different attendees to bring a book to share and discuss with the group each week. The books have covered a wide variety of topics such as C.S. Lewis' The Great Divorce, a book from the Fly Lady, triathlon training guide (thanks Drew), and today Heaven is for Real. These books have lead our conversations in some interesting directions. And, today as we discussed Heaven is for Real, a recent best seller, about a little boys momentary death experience, we delved into what it was this little boy from Nebraska saw, heard, and felt as he went Heaven.
Hearing how these various books have effected or impacted the attendees at the Theological Cafe has allowed us all a small (or not so small) window into each of their lives. Learning what it was inside the book that had sparked something inside the presenter has allowed us to see a little more of who they are, but has also allowed us to share a little of who we are. It has been quite a blessing to share my Tuesday mornings with this group. Hearing new and interesting questions, learning various opinions or points of view on theological topics, I come each week with no expectations or agenda only anticipation as to where the coffee, books, and the Holy Spirit will lead us.
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