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Kneeling
By Raquel Sequeira, TD ’21. Raquel is majoring in Molecular Biophysics & Biochemistry.
Repeated failures during Lent are merciful reminders to fall to our knees, the posture that is required of us when we take communion and say: “we do not presume to come to this your table, oh merciful Lord, trusting in our own righteousness, but in your manifold and great mercies.”
Dreadful Decisions
By Lauren Spohn ’20. Lauren is a junior in Currier concentrating in English.
Now that we’re privileged with the chance to choose, we’re paranoid about making the wrong decision. The more options we have, the higher the opportunity cost of choosing one option. Call it the paradox of choice, existential FOMO, the bigger utility loss incurred when I choose between a Snickers Bar and a Twix than when I choose between a Twix and nothing.
We Know Not What We Do
By Keniel Yao, MY ’19. Keniel is majoring in Statistics and Data Science.
Personally, I have too often failed to engage in dialogue. In spaces where I am of the majority, I have failed to advocate for your presence, to listen to your voice and concerns, to ensure your right to worship in safety. I have been content with generalizations rather than intent to see you, the individual, in all your uniqueness and common humanity. Whilst I did not shoot, I did not ensure that you would be safe in my home, our home.
The Case for Conscious Sheeple
Aliénor Manteau ’22 is a freshman in Grays studying English and Philosophy.
Whenever I have been taught about the parable of the lost sheep, the emphasis has always been placed on the solitary sheep, lost and then found by Christ, the good shepherd. But from time to time, I find myself wondering about the ninety-nine sheep left in the pasture. I wonder if it is inconsiderate of the shepherd to leave the rest of the sheep alone, and I worry that they will scatter down the sides of the mountain, insignificant white spots lost amidst green slopes.
Preparing for the Rain
By Jason Lee, TD '22. Jason in majoring in Global Affairs.
First, that the visible reality of the power of God is as much a function of our belief in it as it is lightning bolts and quail flying low, and that even what feels like projection or pretending to see is not pretending at all. That we would even try to turn to God is testament to an unrecorded, unworldly strength that we can claim through Him. Second, that even if, in our hubris or our earnestness, we fail, this world and its challenges are shadows of the won war, and its consequences are not eternal, not real to our souls.
So We Do Not Lose Heart
By Allen Lai ’20. Allen is a junior in Quincy concentrating in Chemistry and Physics.
Sin crushes. Sin makes us act in shame and guilt, crippling our ability to live out fully the freedom of our human identities as the image of God on earth. It takes away our focus from the service of God, and moves us away from being attentive to his voice. It diminishes our quality of life in every way, and living with sin is truly akin to a slow, wasting death. How can we be free from its tyrannous rule?
Upcoming Events:
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Writing Voice Workshop
THURSDAY, JAN 22ND, 6:15-7:50 PM,
Elm Institute
This week, we will hone our writing voice in different styles.
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Editing for Writing with Voice Workshop
THURSDAY, JAN 29TH, 6:15-7:15 PM, Location TBD
Based on the previous week’s workshop, we will edit our pieces to hone our writing voice.
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Veritas Weekend
FEB 6-8TH, Boston
Save the date for Veritas Weekend in Boston! More information below!
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Theme Introduction Meeting
THURSDAY, FEB 12ND, 6:15-7:15 PM,
Location TBD
Our theme this semester is… mirrors! We will be exploring the literary tradition and potential topics for mirrors.
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Theme Introduction at Elm
THURSDAY, FEB 19ND, 6:15-7:50 PM,
Elm Institute
We will be continuing our exploration of the theme of mirrors at the Elm Institute, with a session led by Peter Wicks.
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Writing Retreat
SATURDAY, MARCH 28TH
We will be adjourning to the countryside to spend a day dedicated to making progress on our drafts.