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SUMMARY:Just Show Up Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join as you can for our Just Show Up book club! \nJust Show Up (JSU) Book Club is a book club without homework where people gather to read\, listen\, and discuss great books together.  No need to commit to joining every week\, the beauty of JSU book clubs is that you can jump in at any point and there is no preparation required! Participants can join in-person or via Zoom. \nWe will meet every Tuesday at 115 The Knoll this semester\, beginning on January 28. This semester\, we are going through the book “The Problem of Pain” by C.S. Lewis. \nREGISTER HERE! \n“If God is good and all-powerful\, why does he allow his creatures to suffer pain? And what about the suffering of animals\, who neither deserve pain nor can be improved by it?  \nThe greatest Christian thinker of our time sets out to disentangle these knotty issues. With his signature wealth of compassion and insight\, C.S. Lewis offers answers to these crucial questions and shares his hope and wisdom to help heal a world hungering for a true understanding of human nature.” \nJoin us for refreshments at 115 The Knoll for a time of reading and discussion together! \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/just-show-up-book-club-4-2/2025-04-08/
LOCATION:Chesterton House – 115 The Knoll
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SUMMARY:Public Reading of Scripture in Sage Chapel
DESCRIPTION:Join us journey through the entire Bible together in the beautiful Sage Chapel\, and snag a free lunch! \nThe Bible is a masterpiece of world literature and of immense historical significance. We welcome all to join regardless of religious affiliations. \nThis multi-level experience will allow you to slow down and absorb these fascinating and complex texts without pressure or expectation. \n\nWhat is the value of the Public Reading of Scripture?\nAs we listen to the text being read aloud\,  we are automatically forced slow down and only read at the pace of the reader. \nReading scripture aloud in community is an ancient practice\, before books were widely distributed (or easily replicated) the main way these texts were shared was as they were read aloud in group settings. \nReading through the whole Bible offers an experience like no other- no skipping over the uncomfortable or focusing on your favorite verses\, parables\, or stories. \nEvery Tuesday! We’ll be here every week this semester\, and we can’t wait for you to join us!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/public-reading-of-scripture-in-sage-chapel-4/2025-04-08/
LOCATION:Sage Chapel\, Ho Plaza\, Ithava\, NY\, 14853\, United States
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SUMMARY:Public Reading of Scripture at the Knoll
DESCRIPTION:Join us Friday mornings for our Public Reading of Scripture and a free breakfast on the Knoll! \n  \nOur Public Reading of Scripture events are a time to gather in community to hear The Bible read aloud while sharing a meal. \nAll you have to do is listen. \nThis multi-level experience will allow you to slow down and absorb the Word of God without pressure or expectation. \n  \nWhy Join Public Reading of Scripture\nThe Bible is a Key\nThe Bible has had such an impact in the history of humanity\, learning more about what it says and teaches will unlock a new understanding to history and literature. \nIt’s a Biblical Practice\nIn Scripture we often see God’s people receive God’s Word aloud together as a community. \nSpiritual Food\nWhile we are all very aware that we need food to duel our physical bodies\, reading scripture is a spiritual discipline we can practice to feed ourselves spiritually. \nA Better Bible Strategy\nIt takes 90 hours to listen to the Bible in it’s entirety\, yet hardly anyone every reads through it all. Many of us want to read more of the Bible\, but few have a disciplined strategy to succeed. Reading/hearing Scripture aloud in community makes it easy as you listen while you eat and find a small community of people who journey through the Bible with you over the year. \nHope to see you on the Knoll!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/public-reading-of-scripture-at-the-knoll/2025-03-28/
LOCATION:Chesterton House – 111 The Knoll
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SUMMARY:Public Reading of Scripture at CHOP
DESCRIPTION:Join us journey through the entire Bible together in the historic Cornell House of Prayer (CHOP)\, and stay for some free pizza! \nThe Bible is a masterpiece of world literature and of immense historical significance. We welcome all to join regardless of religious affiliations. \nThis multi-level experience will allow you to slow down and absorb these fascinating and complex texts without pressure or expectation. \n\nWhat is the value of the Public Reading of Scripture?\nAs we listen to the text being read aloud\,  we are automatically forced slow down and only read at the pace of the reader. \nReading scripture aloud in community is an ancient practice\, before books were widely distributed (or easily replicated) the main way these texts were shared was as they were read aloud in group settings. \nReading through the whole Bible offers an experience like no other- no skipping over the uncomfortable or focusing on your favorite verses\, parables\, or stories. \nEvery Thursday! We’ll be here every week this semester\, and we can’t wait for you to join us!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/public-reading-of-scripture-at-chop-3/2025-03-27/
LOCATION:Cornell House of Prayer\, 536 Thurston Ave\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T200000
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SUMMARY:Just Show Up Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join as you can for our Just Show Up book club! \nJust Show Up (JSU) Book Club is a book club without homework where people gather to read\, listen\, and discuss great books together.  No need to commit to joining every week\, the beauty of JSU book clubs is that you can jump in at any point and there is no preparation required! Participants can join in-person or via Zoom. \nWe will meet every Tuesday at 115 The Knoll this semester\, beginning on January 28. This semester\, we are going through the book “The Problem of Pain” by C.S. Lewis. \nREGISTER HERE! \n“If God is good and all-powerful\, why does he allow his creatures to suffer pain? And what about the suffering of animals\, who neither deserve pain nor can be improved by it?  \nThe greatest Christian thinker of our time sets out to disentangle these knotty issues. With his signature wealth of compassion and insight\, C.S. Lewis offers answers to these crucial questions and shares his hope and wisdom to help heal a world hungering for a true understanding of human nature.” \nJoin us for refreshments at 115 The Knoll for a time of reading and discussion together! \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/just-show-up-book-club-4-2/2025-03-25/
LOCATION:Chesterton House – 115 The Knoll
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SUMMARY:Public Reading of Scripture in Sage Chapel
DESCRIPTION:Join us journey through the entire Bible together in the beautiful Sage Chapel\, and snag a free lunch! \nThe Bible is a masterpiece of world literature and of immense historical significance. We welcome all to join regardless of religious affiliations. \nThis multi-level experience will allow you to slow down and absorb these fascinating and complex texts without pressure or expectation. \n\nWhat is the value of the Public Reading of Scripture?\nAs we listen to the text being read aloud\,  we are automatically forced slow down and only read at the pace of the reader. \nReading scripture aloud in community is an ancient practice\, before books were widely distributed (or easily replicated) the main way these texts were shared was as they were read aloud in group settings. \nReading through the whole Bible offers an experience like no other- no skipping over the uncomfortable or focusing on your favorite verses\, parables\, or stories. \nEvery Tuesday! We’ll be here every week this semester\, and we can’t wait for you to join us!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/public-reading-of-scripture-in-sage-chapel-4/2025-03-25/
LOCATION:Sage Chapel\, Ho Plaza\, Ithava\, NY\, 14853\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T090000
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SUMMARY:Public Reading of Scripture at the Knoll
DESCRIPTION:Join us Friday mornings for our Public Reading of Scripture and a free breakfast on the Knoll! \n  \nOur Public Reading of Scripture events are a time to gather in community to hear The Bible read aloud while sharing a meal. \nAll you have to do is listen. \nThis multi-level experience will allow you to slow down and absorb the Word of God without pressure or expectation. \n  \nWhy Join Public Reading of Scripture\nThe Bible is a Key\nThe Bible has had such an impact in the history of humanity\, learning more about what it says and teaches will unlock a new understanding to history and literature. \nIt’s a Biblical Practice\nIn Scripture we often see God’s people receive God’s Word aloud together as a community. \nSpiritual Food\nWhile we are all very aware that we need food to duel our physical bodies\, reading scripture is a spiritual discipline we can practice to feed ourselves spiritually. \nA Better Bible Strategy\nIt takes 90 hours to listen to the Bible in it’s entirety\, yet hardly anyone every reads through it all. Many of us want to read more of the Bible\, but few have a disciplined strategy to succeed. Reading/hearing Scripture aloud in community makes it easy as you listen while you eat and find a small community of people who journey through the Bible with you over the year. \nHope to see you on the Knoll!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/public-reading-of-scripture-at-the-knoll/2025-03-21/
LOCATION:Chesterton House – 111 The Knoll
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T200000
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SUMMARY:Public Reading of Scripture at CHOP
DESCRIPTION:Join us journey through the entire Bible together in the historic Cornell House of Prayer (CHOP)\, and stay for some free pizza! \nThe Bible is a masterpiece of world literature and of immense historical significance. We welcome all to join regardless of religious affiliations. \nThis multi-level experience will allow you to slow down and absorb these fascinating and complex texts without pressure or expectation. \n\nWhat is the value of the Public Reading of Scripture?\nAs we listen to the text being read aloud\,  we are automatically forced slow down and only read at the pace of the reader. \nReading scripture aloud in community is an ancient practice\, before books were widely distributed (or easily replicated) the main way these texts were shared was as they were read aloud in group settings. \nReading through the whole Bible offers an experience like no other- no skipping over the uncomfortable or focusing on your favorite verses\, parables\, or stories. \nEvery Thursday! We’ll be here every week this semester\, and we can’t wait for you to join us!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/public-reading-of-scripture-at-chop-3/2025-03-20/
LOCATION:Cornell House of Prayer\, 536 Thurston Ave\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T200000
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SUMMARY:Just Show Up Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join as you can for our Just Show Up book club! \nJust Show Up (JSU) Book Club is a book club without homework where people gather to read\, listen\, and discuss great books together.  No need to commit to joining every week\, the beauty of JSU book clubs is that you can jump in at any point and there is no preparation required! Participants can join in-person or via Zoom. \nWe will meet every Tuesday at 115 The Knoll this semester\, beginning on January 28. This semester\, we are going through the book “The Problem of Pain” by C.S. Lewis. \nREGISTER HERE! \n“If God is good and all-powerful\, why does he allow his creatures to suffer pain? And what about the suffering of animals\, who neither deserve pain nor can be improved by it?  \nThe greatest Christian thinker of our time sets out to disentangle these knotty issues. With his signature wealth of compassion and insight\, C.S. Lewis offers answers to these crucial questions and shares his hope and wisdom to help heal a world hungering for a true understanding of human nature.” \nJoin us for refreshments at 115 The Knoll for a time of reading and discussion together! \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/just-show-up-book-club-4-2/2025-03-18/
LOCATION:Chesterton House – 115 The Knoll
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T130000
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SUMMARY:Public Reading of Scripture in Sage Chapel
DESCRIPTION:Join us journey through the entire Bible together in the beautiful Sage Chapel\, and snag a free lunch! \nThe Bible is a masterpiece of world literature and of immense historical significance. We welcome all to join regardless of religious affiliations. \nThis multi-level experience will allow you to slow down and absorb these fascinating and complex texts without pressure or expectation. \n\nWhat is the value of the Public Reading of Scripture?\nAs we listen to the text being read aloud\,  we are automatically forced slow down and only read at the pace of the reader. \nReading scripture aloud in community is an ancient practice\, before books were widely distributed (or easily replicated) the main way these texts were shared was as they were read aloud in group settings. \nReading through the whole Bible offers an experience like no other- no skipping over the uncomfortable or focusing on your favorite verses\, parables\, or stories. \nEvery Tuesday! We’ll be here every week this semester\, and we can’t wait for you to join us!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/public-reading-of-scripture-in-sage-chapel-4/2025-03-18/
LOCATION:Sage Chapel\, Ho Plaza\, Ithava\, NY\, 14853\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T100000
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SUMMARY:Public Reading of Scripture at the Knoll
DESCRIPTION:Join us Friday mornings for our Public Reading of Scripture and a free breakfast on the Knoll! \n  \nOur Public Reading of Scripture events are a time to gather in community to hear The Bible read aloud while sharing a meal. \nAll you have to do is listen. \nThis multi-level experience will allow you to slow down and absorb the Word of God without pressure or expectation. \n  \nWhy Join Public Reading of Scripture\nThe Bible is a Key\nThe Bible has had such an impact in the history of humanity\, learning more about what it says and teaches will unlock a new understanding to history and literature. \nIt’s a Biblical Practice\nIn Scripture we often see God’s people receive God’s Word aloud together as a community. \nSpiritual Food\nWhile we are all very aware that we need food to duel our physical bodies\, reading scripture is a spiritual discipline we can practice to feed ourselves spiritually. \nA Better Bible Strategy\nIt takes 90 hours to listen to the Bible in it’s entirety\, yet hardly anyone every reads through it all. Many of us want to read more of the Bible\, but few have a disciplined strategy to succeed. Reading/hearing Scripture aloud in community makes it easy as you listen while you eat and find a small community of people who journey through the Bible with you over the year. \nHope to see you on the Knoll!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/public-reading-of-scripture-at-the-knoll/2025-03-14/
LOCATION:Chesterton House – 111 The Knoll
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T210000
DTSTAMP:20250102T212333Z
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SUMMARY:Public Reading of Scripture at CHOP
DESCRIPTION:Join us journey through the entire Bible together in the historic Cornell House of Prayer (CHOP)\, and stay for some free pizza! \nThe Bible is a masterpiece of world literature and of immense historical significance. We welcome all to join regardless of religious affiliations. \nThis multi-level experience will allow you to slow down and absorb these fascinating and complex texts without pressure or expectation. \n\nWhat is the value of the Public Reading of Scripture?\nAs we listen to the text being read aloud\,  we are automatically forced slow down and only read at the pace of the reader. \nReading scripture aloud in community is an ancient practice\, before books were widely distributed (or easily replicated) the main way these texts were shared was as they were read aloud in group settings. \nReading through the whole Bible offers an experience like no other- no skipping over the uncomfortable or focusing on your favorite verses\, parables\, or stories. \nEvery Thursday! We’ll be here every week this semester\, and we can’t wait for you to join us!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/public-reading-of-scripture-at-chop-3/2025-03-13/
LOCATION:Cornell House of Prayer\, 536 Thurston Ave\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T143000
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SUMMARY:Theological Society: Andrew Judd
DESCRIPTION:Guest Scholar: \nA Conversation with Andrew Judd\nTo Laugh or to Cry? Why Genre Matters When Reading the Bible\nIf you’re watching a movie and see a crowd of people running around chaotically\, how do you respond? Do you laugh? Panic? Sit at the edge of your seat? We all intuitively understand that the answer to that question depends almost entirely on the genre of the movie. \nSimilarly\, we will respond differently to Scripture based on our understanding of the genre of a particular text. For example\, we’ll read Genesis 1 differently depending on whether we treat it as history\, a science report\, a poem\, or something else altogether. Or whether we think of the gospels as biographies or theological texts\, or see the book of Revelation as more like a political cartoon than a detailed timeline of the end of all things. \nWithout a clear understanding of genre\, we may hold naive or outdated views about how biblical texts were written and meant to be read. With a PhD in modern genre theory\, Dr. Andrew Judd of Ridley College in Melbourne Australia is just the expert we need to help us read the Bible the way it deserves. \nIf we are misunderstanding the genre of a particular text\, it’s like laughing during a thriller or panicking during a comedy: our responses are not in alignment with what the text is trying to communicate. Dr. Judd will help us navigate these misconceptions so we can engage Scripture more faithfully and grasp more fully what God is communicating through His Word. \nEmail to join \nAndrew Judd; Deputy Principal: Community Lecturer in Old Testament; Ridley College\, Melbourne\, Australia.\nAndrew is an ordained Anglican minister\, and serves as Deputy Principal and Lecturer in Old Testament at Ridley College. His PhD from Sydney University explored how Gadamer and modern literary genre theory helps us better understand our disagreements about what the Bible means. He is the author of Modern Genre Theory: An Introduction for Biblical Studies (Zondervan Academic\, 2024) and Playing with Scripture: Reading Contested Biblical Texts with Gadamer and Genre Theory (Routledge\, 2024). \nTHEOLOGICAL SOCIETY\nThis society seeks to gather Cornell faculty and graduate students to discuss major themes in biblical and theological studies. Discussion aims to satisfy what Simone Weil once described as the basic need of the soul to consider “every sort of opinion\, without the least restriction or reserve.” To this end\, we invite dialogue that explores and even challenges historic orthodox beliefs as well as those ideas that reign in the contemporary church\, academy\, and culture. \nOur dialogue is collegial and cordial without shying away from the hard questions scholars face in their life and work. Members of the group seek to nurture discussion by listening attentively to one another\, guarding the length of our responses\, and avoiding diversions to pet issues unrelated to the subject at hand. In short\, we seek to embody a uniquely Christian form of intellectual hospitality that we can pass on to future generations.
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/theological-society-andrew-judd/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T210000
DTSTAMP:20250227T151353Z
CREATED:20250221T230526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T151353Z
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SUMMARY:Growing in Faith while Growing as an Executive
DESCRIPTION:Growing in Faith while Growing as an Executive\n\nA conversation with Jeffrey Metzner\, Vice President\, Marketing\, Media & Communications: P&G Walmart Global Customer Team \n\nMarch 12\, 2025\n7:30 pm EST\n111 The Knoll Rd or via Zoom\nDessert will be provided! \nRegister here \nThe business world is a jungle! Are careers in the business world inevitably in tension with a pursuit of ethical integrity? How does one maintain personal faith convictions when surrounded by the pressure of these cut-throat cultures? On a winding path from Ohio to Cornell\, to Yale\, to on-the-ground construction management to Procter & Gamble\, Jeff Metzner has hard-won sage advice every novice in this industry–or any vocation–needs to hear. \nJeffrey Metzner; Vice President\, Marketing\, Media & Communications: P&G Walmart Global Customer Team\nJeff is responsible for Marketing\, Media and Communications on P&G’s Walmart US business. Prior to this role\, Jeff held numerous roles across the company\, most recently as the OTC Health Care Walmart team leader. Other assignments have included leading the North America Vicks brand and expanding Always Infinity into Europe and China. In his time at P&G\, Jeff has held assignments in OTC Health Care\, Oral Care\, Beauty\, Feminine Care\, Pharmaceuticals and Pet Care. \nPrior to P&G\, Jeff built homes as a project manager for a large homebuilder in the Northeastern US. Jeff is passionate about values-based leadership and investing in those around him to build their own personal and business leadership skills. Jeff has taught Communication Effectiveness both inside and outside P&G and enjoys guest lecturing on effective brand building as well as personal purpose and values. Jeff has guest lectured at University of Arkansas since 2019 and guest lectured at Cornell University from 2019 to 2024. Jeff is on the University of Arkansas Retail Advisory Board. \nJeff is a native of Ohio and enjoys spending time with his family outdoors. Jeff and his wife Katy have six children and live in Northwest Arkansas.
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/jeffrey-metzner-03-12-2025/
LOCATION:Chesterton House – 111 The Knoll
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T200000
DTSTAMP:20250122T192007Z
CREATED:20250121T153836Z
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UID:10002227-1741719600-1741723200@chestertonhouse.org
SUMMARY:Just Show Up Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join as you can for our Just Show Up book club! \nJust Show Up (JSU) Book Club is a book club without homework where people gather to read\, listen\, and discuss great books together.  No need to commit to joining every week\, the beauty of JSU book clubs is that you can jump in at any point and there is no preparation required! Participants can join in-person or via Zoom. \nWe will meet every Tuesday at 115 The Knoll this semester\, beginning on January 28. This semester\, we are going through the book “The Problem of Pain” by C.S. Lewis. \nREGISTER HERE! \n“If God is good and all-powerful\, why does he allow his creatures to suffer pain? And what about the suffering of animals\, who neither deserve pain nor can be improved by it?  \nThe greatest Christian thinker of our time sets out to disentangle these knotty issues. With his signature wealth of compassion and insight\, C.S. Lewis offers answers to these crucial questions and shares his hope and wisdom to help heal a world hungering for a true understanding of human nature.” \nJoin us for refreshments at 115 The Knoll for a time of reading and discussion together! \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/just-show-up-book-club-4-2/2025-03-11/
LOCATION:Chesterton House – 115 The Knoll
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T130000
DTSTAMP:20250102T211751Z
CREATED:20250102T211751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T211751Z
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SUMMARY:Public Reading of Scripture in Sage Chapel
DESCRIPTION:Join us journey through the entire Bible together in the beautiful Sage Chapel\, and snag a free lunch! \nThe Bible is a masterpiece of world literature and of immense historical significance. We welcome all to join regardless of religious affiliations. \nThis multi-level experience will allow you to slow down and absorb these fascinating and complex texts without pressure or expectation. \n\nWhat is the value of the Public Reading of Scripture?\nAs we listen to the text being read aloud\,  we are automatically forced slow down and only read at the pace of the reader. \nReading scripture aloud in community is an ancient practice\, before books were widely distributed (or easily replicated) the main way these texts were shared was as they were read aloud in group settings. \nReading through the whole Bible offers an experience like no other- no skipping over the uncomfortable or focusing on your favorite verses\, parables\, or stories. \nEvery Tuesday! We’ll be here every week this semester\, and we can’t wait for you to join us!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/public-reading-of-scripture-in-sage-chapel-4/2025-03-11/
LOCATION:Sage Chapel\, Ho Plaza\, Ithava\, NY\, 14853\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250310T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250310T213000
DTSTAMP:20250304T195924Z
CREATED:20250102T174427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T195924Z
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SUMMARY:My Load is Easy: An Invitation to Cease Striving\, Building\, and Bettering
DESCRIPTION:Chesterton Perspectives brings you: \nMy Load is Easy: An Invitation to Cease Striving\, Building\, and Bettering\nA conversation with Ephraim Radner; Professor Emeritus of Historical Theology \nMarch 10\, 2025\n7:30 pm EST in person at 111 The Knoll Rd\n7:45 pm EST via Zoom \nRegister Here \nOur generation pressures itself to meet abstract and unattainable standards of equality\, self-actualization\, and social improvement. We feel pulled toward one of two extremes: striving endlessly to create a perfect world and a perfect life\, or retreating into distraction or numbness when our efforts fail. We long for all things to be made new\, yet we struggle to tolerate ambiguity and wait patiently for God’s return. Instead of living with hope and eager expectation\, we carry a self-imposed and ever-increasing weight of anxiety and despair. \nEphraim Radner\, Emeritus Professor of Historical Theology at Wycliffe College\, University of Toronto\, offers a different way. Through the gifting of his Spirit\, God invites us to fully engage this present life—embracing both its moments of glorious astonishment and its seasons of suffering—while learning to rest in Christ’s easy yoke until His return. \nWhat if Jesus truly meant it when He said\, My load is easy? And what if it’s still true for us today? Join us for this powerful conversation about living lightly in a heavy world. \nEphraim Radner; Professor Emeritus of Historical Theology at Wycliffe College\, University of Toronto; PhD in Theology (Yale University)BA (Dartmouth College)\, MDiv (Yale Divinity School)\nPrior to his appointment as Professor of Historical Theology\, the Rev. Dr. Radner was rector of the Episcopal Church of the Ascension\, Pueblo\, Colorado. His range of ministerial experience includes Burundi\, where he worked as a missionary\, Haiti\, inner-city Cleveland\, and Connecticut. He has taught at seminaries in Connecticut and Colorado. In the Anglican Communion context he is a member of the Covenant Design Group. He is a violinist\, hiker\, and traveler. He is married to the Rev. Annette Brownlee and they are the parents of Hannah and Isaac. Radner’s research and teaching interests include pneumatology\, ecclesiology and ecumenism\, and biblical hermeneutics. Radner is currently co-editing a volume on Anglican figural reading of the Scriptures\, and working on a larger project involving Christian politics. \nEcclesiology: Ecclesial decision-making\, politics and ecumenism\, Scriptural hermeneutics and the theological categories of “time” and “history”\, The character of early modern Christian self-identity\, Pneumatology\, Contemporary Christian social experience\, Theological Interpretation of Scripture.
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/ephraim-radner-3-10-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T100000
DTSTAMP:20250102T212840Z
CREATED:20250102T212839Z
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SUMMARY:Public Reading of Scripture at the Knoll
DESCRIPTION:Join us Friday mornings for our Public Reading of Scripture and a free breakfast on the Knoll! \n  \nOur Public Reading of Scripture events are a time to gather in community to hear The Bible read aloud while sharing a meal. \nAll you have to do is listen. \nThis multi-level experience will allow you to slow down and absorb the Word of God without pressure or expectation. \n  \nWhy Join Public Reading of Scripture\nThe Bible is a Key\nThe Bible has had such an impact in the history of humanity\, learning more about what it says and teaches will unlock a new understanding to history and literature. \nIt’s a Biblical Practice\nIn Scripture we often see God’s people receive God’s Word aloud together as a community. \nSpiritual Food\nWhile we are all very aware that we need food to duel our physical bodies\, reading scripture is a spiritual discipline we can practice to feed ourselves spiritually. \nA Better Bible Strategy\nIt takes 90 hours to listen to the Bible in it’s entirety\, yet hardly anyone every reads through it all. Many of us want to read more of the Bible\, but few have a disciplined strategy to succeed. Reading/hearing Scripture aloud in community makes it easy as you listen while you eat and find a small community of people who journey through the Bible with you over the year. \nHope to see you on the Knoll!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/public-reading-of-scripture-at-the-knoll/2025-03-07/
LOCATION:Chesterton House – 111 The Knoll
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T210000
DTSTAMP:20250102T212333Z
CREATED:20250102T212333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T212333Z
UID:10002196-1741291200-1741294800@chestertonhouse.org
SUMMARY:Public Reading of Scripture at CHOP
DESCRIPTION:Join us journey through the entire Bible together in the historic Cornell House of Prayer (CHOP)\, and stay for some free pizza! \nThe Bible is a masterpiece of world literature and of immense historical significance. We welcome all to join regardless of religious affiliations. \nThis multi-level experience will allow you to slow down and absorb these fascinating and complex texts without pressure or expectation. \n\nWhat is the value of the Public Reading of Scripture?\nAs we listen to the text being read aloud\,  we are automatically forced slow down and only read at the pace of the reader. \nReading scripture aloud in community is an ancient practice\, before books were widely distributed (or easily replicated) the main way these texts were shared was as they were read aloud in group settings. \nReading through the whole Bible offers an experience like no other- no skipping over the uncomfortable or focusing on your favorite verses\, parables\, or stories. \nEvery Thursday! We’ll be here every week this semester\, and we can’t wait for you to join us!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/public-reading-of-scripture-at-chop-3/2025-03-06/
LOCATION:Cornell House of Prayer\, 536 Thurston Ave\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T200000
DTSTAMP:20250122T192007Z
CREATED:20250121T153836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T192007Z
UID:10002226-1741114800-1741118400@chestertonhouse.org
SUMMARY:Just Show Up Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join as you can for our Just Show Up book club! \nJust Show Up (JSU) Book Club is a book club without homework where people gather to read\, listen\, and discuss great books together.  No need to commit to joining every week\, the beauty of JSU book clubs is that you can jump in at any point and there is no preparation required! Participants can join in-person or via Zoom. \nWe will meet every Tuesday at 115 The Knoll this semester\, beginning on January 28. This semester\, we are going through the book “The Problem of Pain” by C.S. Lewis. \nREGISTER HERE! \n“If God is good and all-powerful\, why does he allow his creatures to suffer pain? And what about the suffering of animals\, who neither deserve pain nor can be improved by it?  \nThe greatest Christian thinker of our time sets out to disentangle these knotty issues. With his signature wealth of compassion and insight\, C.S. Lewis offers answers to these crucial questions and shares his hope and wisdom to help heal a world hungering for a true understanding of human nature.” \nJoin us for refreshments at 115 The Knoll for a time of reading and discussion together! \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/just-show-up-book-club-4-2/2025-03-04/
LOCATION:Chesterton House – 115 The Knoll
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T130000
DTSTAMP:20250102T211751Z
CREATED:20250102T211751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T211751Z
UID:10002180-1741089600-1741093200@chestertonhouse.org
SUMMARY:Public Reading of Scripture in Sage Chapel
DESCRIPTION:Join us journey through the entire Bible together in the beautiful Sage Chapel\, and snag a free lunch! \nThe Bible is a masterpiece of world literature and of immense historical significance. We welcome all to join regardless of religious affiliations. \nThis multi-level experience will allow you to slow down and absorb these fascinating and complex texts without pressure or expectation. \n\nWhat is the value of the Public Reading of Scripture?\nAs we listen to the text being read aloud\,  we are automatically forced slow down and only read at the pace of the reader. \nReading scripture aloud in community is an ancient practice\, before books were widely distributed (or easily replicated) the main way these texts were shared was as they were read aloud in group settings. \nReading through the whole Bible offers an experience like no other- no skipping over the uncomfortable or focusing on your favorite verses\, parables\, or stories. \nEvery Tuesday! We’ll be here every week this semester\, and we can’t wait for you to join us!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/public-reading-of-scripture-in-sage-chapel-4/2025-03-04/
LOCATION:Sage Chapel\, Ho Plaza\, Ithava\, NY\, 14853\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T100000
DTSTAMP:20250102T212840Z
CREATED:20250102T212839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T212840Z
UID:10002210-1740733200-1740736800@chestertonhouse.org
SUMMARY:Public Reading of Scripture at the Knoll
DESCRIPTION:Join us Friday mornings for our Public Reading of Scripture and a free breakfast on the Knoll! \n  \nOur Public Reading of Scripture events are a time to gather in community to hear The Bible read aloud while sharing a meal. \nAll you have to do is listen. \nThis multi-level experience will allow you to slow down and absorb the Word of God without pressure or expectation. \n  \nWhy Join Public Reading of Scripture\nThe Bible is a Key\nThe Bible has had such an impact in the history of humanity\, learning more about what it says and teaches will unlock a new understanding to history and literature. \nIt’s a Biblical Practice\nIn Scripture we often see God’s people receive God’s Word aloud together as a community. \nSpiritual Food\nWhile we are all very aware that we need food to duel our physical bodies\, reading scripture is a spiritual discipline we can practice to feed ourselves spiritually. \nA Better Bible Strategy\nIt takes 90 hours to listen to the Bible in it’s entirety\, yet hardly anyone every reads through it all. Many of us want to read more of the Bible\, but few have a disciplined strategy to succeed. Reading/hearing Scripture aloud in community makes it easy as you listen while you eat and find a small community of people who journey through the Bible with you over the year. \nHope to see you on the Knoll!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/public-reading-of-scripture-at-the-knoll/2025-02-28/
LOCATION:Chesterton House – 111 The Knoll
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T213000
DTSTAMP:20250227T200442Z
CREATED:20250227T200442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T200442Z
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SUMMARY:Tea & Poetry Night
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to an evening of Tea & Poetry! ☕📖✨ \nWhether you’re a seasoned poet or just love listening\, all are welcome to join for an evening of listening to and sharing poetry together over tea. \nBring your own poetry or a favorite piece to read! \n🗓️ Thursday\, February 27th | ⏰ 8:30pm EST\n📍 111 The Knoll Rd
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/tea-poetry-night-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T210000
DTSTAMP:20250102T212333Z
CREATED:20250102T212333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T212333Z
UID:10002195-1740686400-1740690000@chestertonhouse.org
SUMMARY:Public Reading of Scripture at CHOP
DESCRIPTION:Join us journey through the entire Bible together in the historic Cornell House of Prayer (CHOP)\, and stay for some free pizza! \nThe Bible is a masterpiece of world literature and of immense historical significance. We welcome all to join regardless of religious affiliations. \nThis multi-level experience will allow you to slow down and absorb these fascinating and complex texts without pressure or expectation. \n\nWhat is the value of the Public Reading of Scripture?\nAs we listen to the text being read aloud\,  we are automatically forced slow down and only read at the pace of the reader. \nReading scripture aloud in community is an ancient practice\, before books were widely distributed (or easily replicated) the main way these texts were shared was as they were read aloud in group settings. \nReading through the whole Bible offers an experience like no other- no skipping over the uncomfortable or focusing on your favorite verses\, parables\, or stories. \nEvery Thursday! We’ll be here every week this semester\, and we can’t wait for you to join us!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/public-reading-of-scripture-at-chop-3/2025-02-27/
LOCATION:Cornell House of Prayer\, 536 Thurston Ave\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T200000
DTSTAMP:20250122T192007Z
CREATED:20250121T153836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T192007Z
UID:10002225-1740510000-1740513600@chestertonhouse.org
SUMMARY:Just Show Up Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join as you can for our Just Show Up book club! \nJust Show Up (JSU) Book Club is a book club without homework where people gather to read\, listen\, and discuss great books together.  No need to commit to joining every week\, the beauty of JSU book clubs is that you can jump in at any point and there is no preparation required! Participants can join in-person or via Zoom. \nWe will meet every Tuesday at 115 The Knoll this semester\, beginning on January 28. This semester\, we are going through the book “The Problem of Pain” by C.S. Lewis. \nREGISTER HERE! \n“If God is good and all-powerful\, why does he allow his creatures to suffer pain? And what about the suffering of animals\, who neither deserve pain nor can be improved by it?  \nThe greatest Christian thinker of our time sets out to disentangle these knotty issues. With his signature wealth of compassion and insight\, C.S. Lewis offers answers to these crucial questions and shares his hope and wisdom to help heal a world hungering for a true understanding of human nature.” \nJoin us for refreshments at 115 The Knoll for a time of reading and discussion together! \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/just-show-up-book-club-4-2/2025-02-25/
LOCATION:Chesterton House – 115 The Knoll
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T130000
DTSTAMP:20250102T211751Z
CREATED:20250102T211751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T211751Z
UID:10002179-1740484800-1740488400@chestertonhouse.org
SUMMARY:Public Reading of Scripture in Sage Chapel
DESCRIPTION:Join us journey through the entire Bible together in the beautiful Sage Chapel\, and snag a free lunch! \nThe Bible is a masterpiece of world literature and of immense historical significance. We welcome all to join regardless of religious affiliations. \nThis multi-level experience will allow you to slow down and absorb these fascinating and complex texts without pressure or expectation. \n\nWhat is the value of the Public Reading of Scripture?\nAs we listen to the text being read aloud\,  we are automatically forced slow down and only read at the pace of the reader. \nReading scripture aloud in community is an ancient practice\, before books were widely distributed (or easily replicated) the main way these texts were shared was as they were read aloud in group settings. \nReading through the whole Bible offers an experience like no other- no skipping over the uncomfortable or focusing on your favorite verses\, parables\, or stories. \nEvery Tuesday! We’ll be here every week this semester\, and we can’t wait for you to join us!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/public-reading-of-scripture-in-sage-chapel-4/2025-02-25/
LOCATION:Sage Chapel\, Ho Plaza\, Ithava\, NY\, 14853\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T193000
DTSTAMP:20250210T184430Z
CREATED:20250102T173421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T184430Z
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SUMMARY:When Computers “Create”
DESCRIPTION:When Computers “Create”: AI-Generated Art\, Authorship\, and the Imago Dei\n\nA conversation with Ruth L. Okediji\, Professor of Law at Harvard Law School \n\nFebruary 24th\, 2025\n5:30 pm EST\nPhysical Sciences Building 120 or via Zoom\n+ Reception to follow \nRegister here to join via Zoom \nIf ChatGPT can write a book\, what are the implications for human authors and their works? If MidJourney can create an image\, where does that leave graphic designers and artists? These questions draw us into the deep and complex relationships between our human identity and our intelligence and creativity. After all\, we want to believe we have a special divine spark of creativity within us. But it can be increasingly difficult to hold that belief amidst the ever-advancing sophistication of AI modeling that seems “more perfect” than those born of the Imago Dei. \nHarvard Law Professor Ruth L. Okediji can help us attend to these questions. As a leading scholar in intellectual property law and appointed member of the American Bar Association President’s Taskforce on AI and the Law\, she is among a small and distinguished group of experts studying creativity\, artistry\, and ownership of ideas and creative products. Join us for an evening of discussion on what happens when computers can “create.” \nRuth L. Okediji; Professor of Law\, Harvard Law School\, Co-Director of Berkman Klein Center\n\nRuth L. Okediji is the Jeremiah Smith\, Jr. Professor of Law at Harvard Law School\, Co-Director of Harvard University’s Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society\, Founding Faculty Director of the Harvard Program on Biblical Law & Christian Legal Studies\, and Founding Faculty Director of the Center for the Study of African Societies and Economies (CSASE). Professor Okediji teaches contracts\, intellectual property (IP)\, Law and Development\, AI in the Just Society\, and courses on Biblical Law. Her research and scholarship examine innovation policy\, the digital economy\, and global knowledge governance. She has authored an extensive array of influential articles\, commissioned papers\, and book chapters on the relationship between intellectual property\, innovation\, and human wellbeing. \nProfessor Okediji was a member of the U.S. National Academies Board on Science\, Technology and Policy Committee on the Impact of Copyright Policy on Innovation in the Digital Era\, and in 2021 she completed service as Co-Chair of the National Academies Board on Science\, Technology\, and Economic Policy Committee on Advancing Commercialization from the Federal Laboratories. She advises governments and international organizations on a variety of issues at the intersection of innovation policy\, AI\, and human development. \nOver the course of her career\, Professor Okediji has received numerous awards and distinctions for teaching\, advising\, and mentoring. These include “Professor Most Likely to Go Beyond the Call of Duty” and the Student Bar Association’s “Outstanding Professor Award.” She is a two- time recipient of the Harvard Law School Women’s Law Association “Shatter the Ceiling” Award. She has been named one of the 50 most influential figures in the field of intellectual property by Managing IP and she received the 2019 Public Knowledge IP3 Award. In 2023 she was awarded the Barry Prize for Distinguished Intellectual Achievement by the American Academy of Sciences and Letters. \nProfessor Okediji served as an expert to the Africa Group and lead negotiator for the 2013 Marrakesh Treaty to Facilitate Access to Published Works for Persons Who Are Blind\, Visually Impaired or Otherwise Print Disabled. In 2024 she served as the Government of Nigeria’s expert negotiator for the WIPO Diplomatic Conference on Genetic Resources and Associated Traditional Knowledge. \nProfessor Okediji serves on the editorial boards of the Journal of World Intellectual Property Law and the Journal of International Economic Law. She is the immediate past-President of the Order of the Coif\, an elected member of the American Law Institute\, and an appointed member to the American Bar Association’s Presidential Taskforce on Artificial Intelligence and the Law.
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/ruth-okediji-02-24-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T133000
DTSTAMP:20250221T174147Z
CREATED:20250204T203036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T174147Z
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SUMMARY:Protecting Indigenous Peoples’ Innovation: New Actors and New Issues in International Intellectual Property
DESCRIPTION:Protecting Indigenous Peoples’ Innovation: New Actors and New Issues in International Intellectual Property\n\nA conversation with Ruth L. Okediji\, Professor of Law at Harvard Law School \n\nFebruary 24th\, 2025\n12:10 pm EST\nMyron Taylor Hall 182\n*Lunch will be provided; registration required \nIn- Person Student Registration \nNon-Student Registration (in person or via Zoom) \nRuth L. Okediji\, the Jeremiah Smith\, Jr.\, Professor of Law and Co-Director of Harvard’s Berkman Klein Center on Professor of Law at Harvard Law School\, recently served as the lead expert negotiator for a historic negotiation at the United Nations World Intellectual Property Organization. The result of more than a decade of negotiations is a ground-breaking intellectual property treaty that recognizes the contributions of Indigenous People and Local Communities (IPLC’s) in the global innovation system. \nWhat ethical\, economic\, and cultural factors affect how we steward humanity’s capacity for creativity? The default utilitarian approach that underpins intellectual property law has historically excluded non-traditional forms and practices of innovation. These concerns operate in parallel with other complex tensions\, including indigenous rights\, biodiversity\, sovereignty over genetic resources\, ecological sustainability\, and climate change more broadly. \nOkediji draws personal inspiration from her Christian faith in tackling these challenges\, and her story illustrates how faith convictions – and the worldview it promotes – can shape and interact with policy and legal frameworks in advancing human flourishing. \nCo-Sponsored by Christian Legal Society at Cornell\, Cornell United Religious Works\, and Cornell’s Office of Spirituality and Meaning-Making. \nRuth L. Okediji; Professor of Law\, Harvard Law School\, Co-Director of Berkman Klein Center\nRuth L. Okediji is the Jeremiah Smith\, Jr. Professor of Law at Harvard Law School\, Co-Director of Harvard University’s Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society\, Founding Faculty Director of the Harvard Program on Biblical Law & Christian Legal Studies\, and Founding Faculty Director of the Center for the Study of African Societies and Economies (CSASE). Professor Okediji teaches contracts\, intellectual property (IP)\, Law and Development\, AI in the Just Society\, and courses on Biblical Law. Her research and scholarship examine innovation policy\, the digital economy\, and global knowledge governance. She has authored an extensive array of influential articles\, commissioned papers\, and book chapters on the relationship between intellectual property\, innovation\, and human wellbeing. \nProfessor Okediji was a member of the U.S. National Academies Board on Science\, Technology and Policy Committee on the Impact of Copyright Policy on Innovation in the Digital Era\, and in 2021 she completed service as Co-Chair of the National Academies Board on Science\, Technology\, and Economic Policy Committee on Advancing Commercialization from the Federal Laboratories. She advises governments and international organizations on a variety of issues at the intersection of innovation policy\, AI\, and human development. \nOver the course of her career\, Professor Okediji has received numerous awards and distinctions for teaching\, advising\, and mentoring. These include “Professor Most Likely to Go Beyond the Call of Duty” and the Student Bar Association’s “Outstanding Professor Award.” She is a two- time recipient of the Harvard Law School Women’s Law Association “Shatter the Ceiling” Award. She has been named one of the 50 most influential figures in the field of intellectual property by Managing IP and she received the 2019 Public Knowledge IP3 Award. In 2023 she was awarded the Barry Prize for Distinguished Intellectual Achievement by the American Academy of Sciences and Letters. \nProfessor Okediji served as an expert to the Africa Group and lead negotiator for the 2013 Marrakesh Treaty to Facilitate Access to Published Works for Persons Who Are Blind\, Visually Impaired or Otherwise Print Disabled. In 2024 she served as the Government of Nigeria’s expert negotiator for the WIPO Diplomatic Conference on Genetic Resources and Associated Traditional Knowledge. \nProfessor Okediji serves on the editorial boards of the Journal of World Intellectual Property Law and the Journal of International Economic Law. She is the immediate past-President of the Order of the Coif\, an elected member of the American Law Institute\, and an appointed member to the American Bar Association’s Presidential Taskforce on Artificial Intelligence and the Law.
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/protecting-indigenous-peoples-innovation/
LOCATION:Cornell Law School\, Room 182
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SUMMARY:Public Reading of Scripture at the Knoll
DESCRIPTION:Join us Friday mornings for our Public Reading of Scripture and a free breakfast on the Knoll! \n  \nOur Public Reading of Scripture events are a time to gather in community to hear The Bible read aloud while sharing a meal. \nAll you have to do is listen. \nThis multi-level experience will allow you to slow down and absorb the Word of God without pressure or expectation. \n  \nWhy Join Public Reading of Scripture\nThe Bible is a Key\nThe Bible has had such an impact in the history of humanity\, learning more about what it says and teaches will unlock a new understanding to history and literature. \nIt’s a Biblical Practice\nIn Scripture we often see God’s people receive God’s Word aloud together as a community. \nSpiritual Food\nWhile we are all very aware that we need food to duel our physical bodies\, reading scripture is a spiritual discipline we can practice to feed ourselves spiritually. \nA Better Bible Strategy\nIt takes 90 hours to listen to the Bible in it’s entirety\, yet hardly anyone every reads through it all. Many of us want to read more of the Bible\, but few have a disciplined strategy to succeed. Reading/hearing Scripture aloud in community makes it easy as you listen while you eat and find a small community of people who journey through the Bible with you over the year. \nHope to see you on the Knoll!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/public-reading-of-scripture-at-the-knoll/2025-02-21/
LOCATION:Chesterton House – 111 The Knoll
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SUMMARY:Public Reading of Scripture at CHOP
DESCRIPTION:Join us journey through the entire Bible together in the historic Cornell House of Prayer (CHOP)\, and stay for some free pizza! \nThe Bible is a masterpiece of world literature and of immense historical significance. We welcome all to join regardless of religious affiliations. \nThis multi-level experience will allow you to slow down and absorb these fascinating and complex texts without pressure or expectation. \n\nWhat is the value of the Public Reading of Scripture?\nAs we listen to the text being read aloud\,  we are automatically forced slow down and only read at the pace of the reader. \nReading scripture aloud in community is an ancient practice\, before books were widely distributed (or easily replicated) the main way these texts were shared was as they were read aloud in group settings. \nReading through the whole Bible offers an experience like no other- no skipping over the uncomfortable or focusing on your favorite verses\, parables\, or stories. \nEvery Thursday! We’ll be here every week this semester\, and we can’t wait for you to join us!
URL:https://chestertonhouse.org/events/public-reading-of-scripture-at-chop-3/2025-02-20/
LOCATION:Cornell House of Prayer\, 536 Thurston Ave\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States
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