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For the last meeting of Urban Pyx Book Club, Sean and Myra explore the deeper meaning behind suffering and love in The Giver. Hear their thoughts on the ending as they welcome this week's guest, Ervin.

Welcome to our next meetingHappy St. Patrick's dayMyra and Sean's favorite Lenten TraditionsSt. Joseph's Feast dayThe Giver: Chapters 8 - 1520 Second SynopsisBuilding the Universe of the Giver through memoriesThe Memory of Sledding Appreciating the little thingsPassage ReadingChapter 11Sacramentals and transmitting memoriesHarry Potter's PensiveThe importance of physical contactThe Ineffable Treasure of HeavenHow do you communicate concepts like mitochondria?Sameness and the value of self-expressionThrow Away CultureManipulating geneticsThe Christ figure in the GiverIntroducing this week's guest hostLisa of “Money Moving Mama”Her perspective on Money and Faith"I Will Teach You How to be Rich" by Ramit SethiLisa's first time meeting "The Giver"What Role would you receive in the community?Lisa the Activities directorMyra the Boss LadySean the GardnerWhat if "The Giver" was written today?Having your vocation chosen for you in "The Giver"
Next Reading Assignment:
Chapter 16 - 23If you were the Giver, what would be the first memory you would give?

Join Myra and Sean as we dip our feet into the first few chapters of "The Giver" by Lois Lowry!

Introducing the new Urban Pyx Book Club! Tune in during this season of lent to hear our hosts, Sean and Myra, discuss the inner workings of literature and its relation to our faith. This season, we'll be honing in on a variety of Catholic themes within a must-read classic: The Giver by Lois Lowry. Grab your books, find a comfy spot, and dig into the word of men to discover the truth of God.