Speaker Series
Film Showing of The Human Element
The Human Element Description “Compassion is a verb.” ~Thich Nhat Hanh Save the date for “The Human Element”, a documentary film which explores the impact of environmental change on every day Americans. Sponsored by the Parkway Sustainability Seekers and Interfaith Power and Light, the 76 minute film follows celebrated photographer James Balog as he takes…
Read More“The Oracle of Omaha; Reflections on My Friend, Warren Buffett.” By Gene Toombs
Warren Buffett is an American icon, who is considered to be one of the most successful investors in modern history. His net worth is $89.5 Billion. He is also a great philanthropist, pledging to give 99.9% of his wealth to civic and charitable causes. How does Gene Toombs know him? Come and learn on Sunday,…
Read More“My Faith; My Music and Their Intersection.” Reflections by George Bude
George’s instrument of choice is the clarinet. His faith is Greek Orthodox. Come learn how the two have blended during his life on Sunday, June 14th following worship. Contact Richard Scherrer: 90fivetpr@gmail.com | 3149935210 ________________________ Image by Bob McEvoy, courtesy of Pixabay: https://pixabay.com/photos/clarinet-music-instrument-jazz-4118588/ under the simplified Pixabay license: https://pixabay.com/service/license/
Read MoreSpeaker Series with Christopher Grundy
Please plan to attend this very special adult education on communion and to hear about Christopher’s latest book Recovering Communion in a Violent World. Some words from Dr. Stephen Patterson-“a bold new vision for Christians that honors the past but sets a new course for a future where remembered violence gives way to remembered community…
Read MoreThe Parkway Speakers Series Presents “A Tale of the Sea” by John Dwyer
About 75% of the world is covered in water. Maritimers will tell you that there is a story for every wave that ever washed upon the shoreline. The always popular John Dwyer unravels the mystery of the sinking of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald, claimed by the wind and waters of Lake Superior on November 10,…
Read MoreWorship and Conversation with our MMS Conference Minister
We are delighted that our Conference Minister, Rev. Dr. Ginny Brown Daniel, will be with us for worship and conversation on Sunday, February 16. Ginny has been our Conference Minister for a few vibrant and faithful years. Ginny is warm, faithful, inclusive, joyful. She brings comfort and challenge. We hope you will come to worship…
Read MoreThe Parkway Speakers Series Presents “My Time as a Country Lawyer and Legislator”
Phil Smith, a life long resident of Louisiana, MO. had a distinguished career as a respected lawyer and dedicated public servant in the Missouri House of Representatives. His stories will resonate for their humor, perspective, and insights as he recounts an earlier time in our state when the Democrats held sway. Contact Richard Scherrer: 90fivetpr@gmail.com
Read More“Confessions of a Book Worm Or Why I Never Paid a Library Fine” by Harold Cobb
When he was young, Harold Cobb enjoyed the Weekly Reader and that, in turn, fueled his passion for books. It also gave him strong credentials to know what’s a good read and what’s not. Harold, our Speakers Series presenter, will reveal his Top Ten List.
Read MoreMusic’s Written Language: Understanding Music for Non-Musicians
Back again for another musical offering is Parkway’s Music Director, Barry Luedloff. This time he delves into the strange world of reading music by presenting a brief introduction to understanding the written language of music for non-musicians…what those little lines and number and symbols and dots and squiggles really mean.
Read MoreSpeaker Series: Our Spiritual Strivings
Join Jonathan Smith, our guest preacher for the day, as we debrief the worship experience and go deeper. Dr Smith is part of our focus on Black History Month. Jonathan is the Vice President for Diversity and Community Engagement at St Louis University. Among his priorities are providing leadership on the Clock Tower Accords; offering…
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