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Bobby Kennedy: A Raging Spirit
Matthews explains Bobby Kennedy’s life starting as a shy boy under the shadow of his older, famous brothers. It details JFK’s run for president and his realization that he needed his younger, more compassionate brother’s help. After the campaign, Bobby learned to be all that JFK wasn’t and became Attorney General. Together they learned about and fought for civil rights and against the mob bosses, and believed in helping the poor minorities. John’s death was described from the point of…
This Life I Live by Rory Feek
This Life I Live–Rory and Joey This book is a beautiful love story. I found it very inspiring. The author’s style makes the reading seem conversational. He, a song writer, unites with Joey to produce several country music awards. I enjoyed the honesty and openness of the author. As the story unfolds they have a child together that has Down’s Syndrome, and Joey develops an incurable cancer. The book is emotional and caused me much reflection. What is this thing…
The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch
The last important thing you say. The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch. I found the work deeply compelling. It’s author was a successful college professor, married with three small children. Upon learning that his cancer is terminal with five months to live, he decides to give a last lecture at his college. The issue before him is what’s important enough to say. He decides to title his work ‘Childhood Dreams.’ This sweeps the reader up into some serious discussion. What is important…
Dry Bones Dance
Dry Bones Dance Something incredible happen during our Easter VigilService. The Word of God invigorated the dry bones and they danced to the glory of the Lord. This testifies to the life giving power of God. All creatures big and small are in his grace. His love makes church fun. The Word of God invigorated the dry bones and they danced to the glory of the Lord. This testifies to the life giving power of God. All creatures big and small…