GREAT IDEAS DISCUSSION GROUP

The Great Ideas Discussion Group and its seminars are open to anyone interested in participating. The seminars are designed to suit the needs of busy people who, immersed in careers and families, still value serious conversation with their peers about ideas that have challenged humankind through the ages. The seminars address fundamental questions of the human condition through a close reading and discussion of timeless literature, philosophy and political discourse. Seminar members meet once a month for 90 minutes to discuss one of these texts. Discussions are exploratory and no previous knowledge of the author, text, or subject is required.

A new series of nine meetings will begin on September 16. The 2008 – 2009 topics for discussion will be Faith and Politics. With the discussion of faith entering more and more into our political arenas, we will take a look at philosophers throughout history to gain a perspective on the subject.

Great Ideas Discussion Group meets on third Tuesdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m. in the Lake Eustis Institute Classroom, 135 North Grove Street, Eustis. It is recommended you register two weeks in advance. Virginia Barker and Fr. John Jacobs will lead the discussions. Participation is free.

Most readings listed below are available for downloading or purchase (under $20) on the internet.