What happens after we die? People have wondered about the afterlife, from the earliest pre-Christians to contemporary thinkers. In this class, we will explore classics like Homer’s Odyssey; apocalypses (revelations about the afterlife) from the early centuries of Christianity; Dante’s Divine Comedy; and C. S. Lewis’s The Screwtape...
This spring, the Theater Department at Goshen College will present “Rent,” a musical loosely based on Giacomo Puccini’s opera “La Bohème.” “Rent” won the 1996 Tony Award for Best Musical and the 1996 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
The story takes place in the late 1980s and early 1990s, when friends in Manhattan’s East Village...
The European Renaissance often holds a charmed place in our popular imagination, and its artists are central to that perception. This four session class will examine 15th and 16th century painters, their groundbreaking art, and the broader historical and cultural contexts that helped the Renaissance give birth to the modern world.
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Join us on this exclusive tour of the changes and growth happening in downtown Elkhart. We’ll get a tour and meet with the developer of the River District, tour Elkhart Health & Aquatics, and spend the afternoon at Wellfield Botanic Gardens, where spring will be in full bloom and the new visitors center and pavilion are now completed....
The Nyai Oyer Gamelan will be the topic, and the instruments will be the focus of this class. You will learn about this gamelan’s journey to Goshen and how to play and enjoy the music of the Indonesian Gamelan. You can expect to learn about the traditions, the music, and the culture that surrounds this ancient ensemble of...
Experience the joy of watercolor painting amid the glorious colors of Spring! Learn the basics as a beginner or expand your skills as an experienced painter. We will focus on drawing, paint application, developing a composition, color mixing and relationships, and examine the work of some expert painters. All are welcome. Basic materials are...
Drew J. Strait is a pastor-theologian specializing in political idolatry, peacemaking, and how congregations can challenge violent extremism. Strait teaches at Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary and is the author of the recent book Strange Worship: Six Steps for Challenging Christian Nationalism. In this series of four lectures, Dr. Strait...
Explore the exciting world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it can improve our lives as we age. Learn how AI can personalize healthcare, provide companionship, and enhance independent living. We’ll also examine the potential downsides of AI, including privacy concerns and ethical considerations. Your instructor, Michael Sherer, longtime...