spiritual selves we experience on the optional road to maturity. And we say “optional,”because, whereas physical aging is inevitable, spiritual evolution is not automatic or natural but a matter of choice and continual change. We will consider one specific personal map of five such seasons, plus the mappings several researchers on this subject have drawn and developed. Steven Morgan is a retired United Methodist clergy member. He also served as president of Anderson Forum for Progressive Theology. He earned a B.A. from Wofford College, an M.Div. from Duke Divinity School, and a D.Min. from the Chandler School of Theology at Emory University. PAH829 Chinese Cooking Wednesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Huff w/Lindemann Kitchen (HC105/106) Chinese home cooking, passed down from mothers and grandmothers, produces tasty and nutritious meals. Often using simple and humble ingredients, home cooking still delivers superb color, smell, and taste. We'll do eight time-tested or new crowd-pleasing meals, including lettuce wrap, fried rice noodles, wonton soup, etc. The dishes selected are a working mother's favorites. Efforts vary from quick weekday dinners to more elaborate weekend meals. The goal of this class is to convince you to try some of the dishes in your own kitchen, as home-cooked Chinese food can be quick, easy, and budget-friendly. Student participation is most welcome and encouraged. Tasting portions will be served at the end of each class. Food fees: $6 per session ($6 due to the instructor at the first class, with the remainder due at the second class). This course begins April 1. Jing Chen was born and raised in China. As a working mother, she has been cooking for her family in the US for over 30 years. LAN512 Italian for Travelers Wednesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Larkin (HC104) Italians welcome visitors to their country with an open heart. Perhaps this is why Italy is one of the most popular travel destinations. Speak
supportive and fun. You will be writing timelines in a notebook to help jog your memories. We will discuss the many sites that can turn your stories into a book. Each week we will take time to share our stories. Sharing will always be voluntary. Carolyn Wehle is a retired middle school counselor who discovered the joys of writing in retirement. She has participated in many writing classes and groups and desires to share what can be a transformative activity. MUS707 SIGAL Music Museum Wednesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Campbell (HC004) Presented by the Sigal Music Museum in Greenville, this engaging class offers a journey through music history. Explore the evolution of musical styles, instruments, and traditions from the Baroque era to the modern day, with highlights from the museum’s collection of historical instruments. Each session will delve into a different theme, featuring expert insights, demonstrations, and discussions that reveal the stories behind music’s most significant milestones. Whether you're a seasoned music lover or a curious beginner, this course will inspire a deeper appreciation for the art of sound and its enduring impact on culture and society. Jon Grier is a composer and serves on the Board of Directors for the Sigal Music Museum and will moderate this course.
line dances for a fun way to exercise! Participants will learn some of the easier and simpler folk and line dances from the dance repertoire. They may range from slower rhythms to more aerobic and dynamic steps. Step-by-step instructions will be provided. Dance provides benefits for the cardiovascular system, bones, memory and balance. No prior experience with dance is required, and repeat participants are welcome. Wear comfortable clothing and keep your water bottle nearby. Theresa Pizzuto is an international folk dance teacher and has been teaching since 1997. She is known for her clear, relaxed teaching style and enjoys helping others discover the joy of dance. Susie Rakes will assist with this course. HIS424 Last Week's News Wednesday, 10:45 a.m.- 12:15 p.m., Herring Center, President’s Conference (HC103) If you are a news junkie and enjoy discussing issues of the day with diverse thinkers, this class is for you. We will examine news articles from various perspectives as a foundation for small group discussions. If you are a person who does not want to hear an opposing point of view, you will not have a good time in this class. Discussion will be facilitated through questions with a goal to have thoughtful, respectful, open class participation. Maggie Manning holds a B.S. in Industrial and Labor Relations and an M.A. in Organizational Development. She has been a member of OLLI since 2006 and an instructor since 2018. Betsy Forbush will assist. LIT615 Writing the Stories of Your Life Wednesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Vick Seminar (HC102) If you have thought of preserving some of your life stories but don’t know where to start this class is for you. Maybe you’re like me and need a prompt or assignment to get started. Or maybe you’ve never thought of writing some memories down but it sounds like a good idea. This class will help you discover which stories are worth sharing and how to write them in a way that captures your unique voice. The atmosphere will be
RPH1214 Seasons of the Spiritual Journey
Wednesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Small Arts/Crafts (HC113) As you gaze into your mirror, do you sometimes reflect on your spiritual journey? As well as on the sometimes surprising chapters of that journey? And have you ever imagined mapping that journey? Just as our physical selves go through definable stages, so also do our inner selves. This course will consider mapping of one’s spiritual journey in what we will call Seasons, describing what typically characterizes each evolving season and the way, sadly, most persons never fully mature as spiritual beings. Sometimes called the Stages of Faith, these are the changing
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