We did not ask for this room or this music; we were invited in. Therefore, because the dark surrounds us, let us turn our faces toward the light. Let us endure hardship to be grateful for plenty…We did not ask for this room or this music. But because we are here, let us dance.

Stephen King

Module Six: Committing to Grace

In preparation for this week's discussion, please read Chapter 6 of Rooted in Grace, “Committing to Grace.”

After you have completed the reading, choose one of the the following:

Podcast: “Jesus H. Christ, Part 7, You Are Already at the Party,” on the RobCast Podcast
Song: “Alleluia” from Eric Whitacre (Video Below)
Video: “I Grew up in Westboro Baptist Church” a TED talk from Megan Phelps-Roper (Video Below)

Eric Whitacre's "Alleluia" is one of the most beautiful pieces of music I've ever heard. Recording by the Eric Whitacre Singers for Eric Whitacre's album "Water Night"

What's it like to grow up within a group of people who exult in demonizing ... everyone else? Megan Phelps-Roper shares details of life inside America's most controversial church and describes how conversations on Twitter were key to her decision to leave it.

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