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September 3rd
Richard Kraut
Richard Kraut is the Charles and Emma Morrison Professor of the Humanities at Northwestern University. His work has primarily centered on Plato, Socrates, and Aristotle. We will discuss happiness as concept and what these ancient sources might teach us about how to seek the good in our lives.
October 1st
Chris Froeter
Come and hear Evanston resident Chris discuss art-making after tragedy and how art can help center our creative selves in the midst of a disruption. Great conversation for these difficult times. You can also see some of Chris' work, particularly his portraits of activists here.
October 15th (New Date Due to COVID-19)
Rev. Rob Lee IV, location TBA
We will discuss ethical leadership and finding our voice with Rev. Rob Lee IV. Rob will talk to us about how sometimes following what we are called to do comes with a cost, but that it is always worth it. Rev. Lee is a descendent of Robert E. Lee and has called for removal of confederate monuments. He also gave an impassioned speech at the VMA's which you can find here.
November 5th
Shane Claiborne, Lake Street Church of Evanston
Shane is a dedicate activist and renowned author, whose works include Jesus for President and The Irresistible Revolution. Centering his work on the poor and the marginalized, Shane offers a clear message on leadership, its costs and our duties as human beings living in times of great crisis.
December 3rd
Rev. Dr. Amy Butler, Location TBA
Pastor Amy Butler is the former senior minister of The Riverside Church of New York, one of mainline Protestantism most important churches. She also wrote in the USA Today about her experience of late term abortion. Come learn from Pastor Amy about the importance of vulnerability, difficulties of women in leadership, and how to chart the path forward in your own life.
Previous Events
What the Passion Project Has Done
April 30th
Virtual Concert and Conversation with James Sanders
Over 57 households gathered to hear James Sanders and his family play original compositions and traditional pieces alike on April 30th. We talked about creativity, what it means to be human, and how to develop a passion that gives rise to what your Spirit is calling you to. You can find more about James here, and a video of the concert is available here.
May 14th
Virtual Concert and Conversation with Elizabeth Anderson
Over 53 households gathered to hear cellist Elizabeth Anderson play beautiful music and talk about passion, creativity, and collaboration. You can find a video of the concert and discussion here.
June 18th
Virtual Concert and Conversation with John Tuck
Over 30 households gathered to hear bassist John Tuck offer wonderful music about passion, creativity, collaboration, and the divine. You can find a video of the concert and discussion here.
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