Next Discussion: the Kots', Aug. 21

A great thanks to the Rochons for hosting us in July. We had intended to be out of doors, but just barely enough rain fell to make it impossible. But their house was so nice, plus all the outstanding art work from Mr. Rochon and the whole family made it seem like we were meeting in an art museum!

Last month's questions were:

1. If a boy is annoying you and you are a girl, are you allowed to hit him?
2. Can non-Catholics go to heaven?

3. Can a midget become a priest?

4. Last month we talked about dressing down for guys. Is dressing up (modestly of course) bad?

5. What do I say to people when they ask me about my scapular?

6. What life's lessons can be learned from Star Wars? =)
We also returned to discuss a question, "What is freedom," and went over a passage from Friedrich Hayek. Then a big discussion broke out about comedy and tragedy in Shakespeare.

The next place we'll meet is at the Kots' house: 3268 Breen Rd., Emmett, MI 48022. That's August 21 (the third Friday of the month, like usual), 7-9pm.

If weather permits, we'll have a nice fire outside, too. Come and bring a few friends, and if possible, with a snack or two to pass and share. If anyone needs questions on how to get there, just contact Hilary.

And come with great questions and topics of discussion... Odysseus the Box is always eager to get filled up!

Busy July for Areopagites

Ok, superheroes, there's lots going on in the next couple weeks:

1. The Trailblazers retreat, July 10-11.

2. Areopagus at the Rochons, 7pm on July 17. If you don't know where they are or how to get there, please contact Hilary. It might be a long drive for many of you, but it will be worth it! It's been two months - at least for me, I know the Mahers had a fun afternoon in June when I was gone - so there's much to discuss.

3. Bike hike! Everyone is invited, on July 30, for an evening at the Krays. Mr. Kray will take us on a big long bike ride to who knows where. We set out at 2pm - bring water and sun screen! - and when we get back, we'll have a potluck dinner and some rec time for the rest of the evening. I'm rather nutty about biking, so I can't wait!