Even if you missed the first session in June, there’s still time to join our gentle, reflective book discussion based on How Not to Be Afraid by Gareth Higgins. Pastor TJ is leading this two part series as bookends to a summer of independent “soulwork.”

Our final session is coming up soon: Wednesday, August 13 at 1:00pm in the Jean Moore Lounge on the upper level. Join us in person or on Zoom at link.spcboise.org/study

Between gatherings, participants are invited to engage with a companion handout of weekly reflections inspired by the book’s themes. A few extra copies of the handout are available in the narthex. This conversation is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and courage for uncertain times. Reach out to Pastor TJ if you’d like help getting a copy of the book or want to learn more.

This summer, Pastor TJ is leading a gentle, reflective book discussion based on How Not to Be Afraid by Gareth Higgins. We’ll gather twice (once at the beginning of summer and once at the end) as a book-end for a summer of independent “soulwork.” Between sessions, participants are invited to engage with a companion handout of weekly reflections inspired by the book’s themes. Our conversations will be grounded in compassion, curiosity, and courage for uncertain times.

Wed. June 18 at 1:00pm in Genesis Room
[independent, self-guided reflections during summer]
Wed. August 13 at 1:00pm in Genesis Room

This is a hybrid gathering—you’re welcome to join us in person or via Zoom (contact the church office for the link). Contact TJ if you’d like help getting a copy of the book or want to know more.

The Transforming book study led by Drew Harenberg earlier this year was well received, and they have offered to lead a second round!

A six-week small group book study of Austen Hartke’s fantastic book Transforming: The Bible & The Lives of Transgender Christians will meet on Monday evenings (May 5 through June 16, skipping Memorial Day on May 26) from 6:30 to 8:00pm at Drew’s home.

There is no cost, but each participant should have a copy of the book. To sign up, contact Drew or the church office.

Note: this small group study is specifically designed for growth and exploration by folks of all gender identities. You do not need to be transgender, nonbinary, or otherwise gender-expansive to participate!