Thursday, November 29, 2012
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Thank You!
We had another amazing Book Club meeting tonight!! Thanks to all who brought food, thanks to Amanda, our hostess and thanks for all the great participation! May we all be "The Church" wherever we go.
Merry Christmas to all! Looking forward to January 22, when we discuss THE Christmas Story...."Behold The Lamb"!!!
Merry Christmas to all! Looking forward to January 22, when we discuss THE Christmas Story...."Behold The Lamb"!!!
Sunday, November 25, 2012
Looking ahead ...
Hello LBCLBC!
I would like to tell you a little something I just discovered about our book for January.
The book is written by Russ Ramsey and Andrew Peterson and is entitled, Behold the Lamb of God". This selection can be read as an ordinary book, however it is written as an advent narrative. I just wanted to pass this along in case you might want to read it during the days before Christmas. There are 25 chapters and they do not appear to be too long. We are hoping to read it together as a family ... maybe at meal time? Anyway, I think the book will be a blessing when ever you have a chance to read it!
See you at bookclub,
Janet
I would like to tell you a little something I just discovered about our book for January.
The book is written by Russ Ramsey and Andrew Peterson and is entitled, Behold the Lamb of God". This selection can be read as an ordinary book, however it is written as an advent narrative. I just wanted to pass this along in case you might want to read it during the days before Christmas. There are 25 chapters and they do not appear to be too long. We are hoping to read it together as a family ... maybe at meal time? Anyway, I think the book will be a blessing when ever you have a chance to read it!
See you at bookclub,
Janet
Discussion Questions for "Bo's Cafe"
Since we tend to skip around in our discussions and since I randomly come up with the questions and can't seem to put them in any order that makes sense, I am not numbering them this time!!!
Did this book seem realistic to you?
Was it hard for you, as a female, to read a book that was mostly about a man and his point of view?
Do you agree that church people don't open up to each other about their real selves?
Do you think the book supported going to church or not?
Have you ever been with a group of people like at Bo's Cafe?
How would you have reacted to Steven's anger if you were his wife? How about when he said he had really changed? Would you have given him another chance?
Would you be comfortable with a guy like Andy?
Who was your favorite character?
Do you think the Gospel was accurately presented in this book?
Would you recommend this book to a non-Christian? A Christian?
What did you think of Steven's relationship with his daughter?
On pgs. 93 and 94, Andy says, "I have come to believe there are no together people, just those who dress better than others......". Do you agree?
Did you like the way the book ended?
One blogger I read said, "Bo's Cafe will leave you saying "Wow!" after you finish the final page. It is a book that should be passed around and talked about just as much as "The Shack" has been.". For those of you who have read "The Shack", would you agree?
Were you surprised that Andy's dad was living?
Did this book seem realistic to you?
Was it hard for you, as a female, to read a book that was mostly about a man and his point of view?
Do you agree that church people don't open up to each other about their real selves?
Do you think the book supported going to church or not?
Have you ever been with a group of people like at Bo's Cafe?
How would you have reacted to Steven's anger if you were his wife? How about when he said he had really changed? Would you have given him another chance?
Would you be comfortable with a guy like Andy?
Who was your favorite character?
Do you think the Gospel was accurately presented in this book?
Would you recommend this book to a non-Christian? A Christian?
What did you think of Steven's relationship with his daughter?
On pgs. 93 and 94, Andy says, "I have come to believe there are no together people, just those who dress better than others......". Do you agree?
Did you like the way the book ended?
One blogger I read said, "Bo's Cafe will leave you saying "Wow!" after you finish the final page. It is a book that should be passed around and talked about just as much as "The Shack" has been.". For those of you who have read "The Shack", would you agree?
Were you surprised that Andy's dad was living?
Saturday, November 3, 2012
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
We Untangled Christmas!!!!
Last night was so much fun and a great discussion!! Thank you EVERYONE for your input!! I'm so mad, though......today....one day too late, I found the striped knee socks I wanted to wear last night! I will post a picture, if I can figure out how to do it!!! "Bo's Cafe" coming up!!!
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Discussion Questions for "Untangling Christmas"
1. In general, do you enjoy reading "self-help" books?
2. Did you find this book to be an easy read?
3. Was there at least one tip or idea that you found helpful? What was it? Do you plan to implement. the idea this upcoming Christmas season?
4. What "feelings" did reading about the holidays evoke in you? Do you have good memories of Christmas, or not so good?
5. What was your favorite part of the book?
6. Do you think secular carols, traditions, etc. are wrong? Why or why not?
7. Which idea in the book do you think would most glorify God and show the true meaning of Christmas to your family and others?
8. What things have you done in the past at Christmastime that you may eliminate after reading this book?
9. After reading this book, are you looking forward to Christmas or dreading it?
10. Do you think you will make yourself a binder like they suggested? Why or why not? Would you rather just go to Pinterest for ideas!!??
11. Overall, what can you take from this book and share with another lady, perhaps someone starting to set their own holiday traditions? For example, would you just recommend the book to them, make them a binder, or just give them advice based on what you gleaned from reading the book yourself?
12. Any other suggestions or comments you would like to share?
2. Did you find this book to be an easy read?
3. Was there at least one tip or idea that you found helpful? What was it? Do you plan to implement. the idea this upcoming Christmas season?
4. What "feelings" did reading about the holidays evoke in you? Do you have good memories of Christmas, or not so good?
5. What was your favorite part of the book?
6. Do you think secular carols, traditions, etc. are wrong? Why or why not?
7. Which idea in the book do you think would most glorify God and show the true meaning of Christmas to your family and others?
8. What things have you done in the past at Christmastime that you may eliminate after reading this book?
9. After reading this book, are you looking forward to Christmas or dreading it?
10. Do you think you will make yourself a binder like they suggested? Why or why not? Would you rather just go to Pinterest for ideas!!??
11. Overall, what can you take from this book and share with another lady, perhaps someone starting to set their own holiday traditions? For example, would you just recommend the book to them, make them a binder, or just give them advice based on what you gleaned from reading the book yourself?
12. Any other suggestions or comments you would like to share?
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