Meeting Date

Title/Author

Description

November 17

Last Lecture by Randy Pausch

Computer science professor diagnosed with terminal cancer explores his life, the lessons that he has learned, how he has worked to achieve his childhood dreams, and the effect of his diagnosis on him and his family. – Nonfiction

December 15

Reason for Hope by Jane Goodall

Goodall reveals how her research and conservation institutes spring from her childhood callings and adult spiritual convictions. – Nonfiction

January 19

My Stroke of Insight by Jill Bolte Taylor

Journey into the human mind by a brain scientist who suffered a stroke.  Her knowledge helped her completely repair her mind and recalibrate her understanding of the world.  Stirring testimony that deep internal peace truly is accessible. - Nonfiction

February 16

Child of the Jungle by Sabine Kuegler

Child of German linguists and missionaries living among the Fayu tribe in remote jungles of West Papua, Indonesia.  At 17 was forced to confront the culture clash of modern Western society. – Nonfiction

March 16

Deep South by Nevada Barr

Sleuth Anna discovers and investigates murder of young prom queen near a country cemetery.  Frightening racial undertones.  As fast as ever-encroaching kudzu vines, the roots of this story run deep. – Mystery

April 20

Fifty Miles from Tomorrow by William L. Iggiagruk Hensley

Documents the author's traditional childhood north of the Arctic Circle, his decision to pursue an education in the continental U.S., and lobbying that convinced the government to compensate Alaska's natives for incursions on their way of life. – Nonfiction

May 18

The Gift of Years by Joan Chittister

Looks at the many facets and challenges of aging.  There is purpose and intention in every stage of life.  Reflects on many key issues, temptation towards isolation, importance of health and well-being, what happens when old relationships end or shift, the fear of tomorrow, and the mystery of forever. – Nonfiction

June 15

Child of Steens Mountain by Eileen O’Keefe McVicker

Memoir of a childhood spent on the southern slope of Steens Mountain offers a real-life, personal account of eastern Oregon history. – Nonfiction

July 20

Netherland by Joseph O’Neill

A banker in New York, originally from the Netherlands--finds himself among the strange occupants of the Chelsea Hotel after 9/11 when his English wife and son return to London. – Novel

August 17

Bring/share your favorite coffee table book and tell a story about coffee for Pastor Linda Stewart-Kalen’s coffee story collection; also bring book suggestions for 2010-2011 meetings.