Book Groups

The John P. Webster Library coordinates and sponsors three book groups that meet regularly in the library. Book groups resume in a couple of weeks! All books are in – pick up yours at the Book Mobile or at the JPW Library!

Copies of the books are provided for participants. New members are always welcome to either group! For more information, please contact Jennifer or Molly at 860-232-3893 or at jpwlibrary@whfirstchurch.org.

WEEKLY

Awakening the Spirit Meets Mondays from 12 to 1:30 p.m. November’s discussion is based on Stress Less: 9 Habits from the Bible and Brain Science by Dr. Charles Stone. In late August, Rev. Fredd used parts of the book as the basis for his sermon about building up resilience. This month-long conversation (guided by Rev. Fredd) consists of deeper exploration of Dr. Stone’s nine practical insights for combatting our common worries and fears. According to a poll from the American Psychological Association more than a quarter of American adults say they’re so stressed they can’t function. Young people too. Stress Lessprovides hope and healing.

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MONTHLY

Food for Thought The Names by Florence Knapp. Next meeting: Tuesday, November 4, 5-6:30 p.m. A mother ponders her newborn son’s future. If she names him after his father, will he grow up to be abusive, like his father? Would a different name produce a different man? Knapp explores three different futures for the boy, examining domestic abuse and the heartbreaking decisions women are often forced to make in this story of survival, sacrifice, and the invisible weight of keeping everyone else happy.

Believe in YourSHELF Tween Book Group

6th-8th Graders — This One’s for You!

Next meeting: Sunday, November 16th at 10:15 a.m. (when Sunday School starts) in the Community Room. We will discuss Whale Eyes, a memoir by James Robinson. “Told through an experimental mix of intimate anecdotes and interactive visuals, this book immerses readers in James’s experiences growing up with strabismus, allowing them to see the world through one eye at a time. Readers will get lost as they chase words. They’ll stare into this book while taking a vision test. They’ll hold it upside down as they practice “pretend-reading” and they’ll follow an unlikely trail toward discovering the power of words. (Amazon)