Middle East Presentation at Noank Baptist Church

URGENT MESSAGE - CHURCH PRESENTATION 9/28/14 at 7:00 PM
Dear friends,

This is a blitz email to those of you who may be interested in attending a presentation illuminating the background of the politics and realities of the Middle East today (no small task!). Journalist and educator, Tom Verde, who has lived and traveled throughout the Middle East, as well as reported and produced programs for NPR, CT Public Radio, and the print media, will present “The Children of Abraham: A History of the Conflict in the Middle East and Why it Matters to us Today.” The program will be at Noank Baptist Church in Groton this coming Sunday (Sept. 28) at 7:00 pm. It is free and open to the public. This presentation is one in a series of programs we have hosted on the current dynamics in this region of the world.

From Tom’s website comes this:
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Authority on Islam, Middle Eastern history, interfaith relations and dialogue, early Christian history and comparative religion. Master of Arts degree in Islamic Studies and Christian-Muslim Relations (Hartford Seminary, 2009). Have written and published extensively on the history and culture of Islam and early Christianity in major national and international publications (New York Times, Boston Globe, Saudi Aramco World, Biblical Archeology, Wildlife Conservation et. al.) as well as broadcast networks including Public Radio International and the BBC. Designed and led domestic and overseas travel programs for church groups and youth organizations, with a focus on interfaith/cultural history. Have lectured at Deerfield Academy and other private institutions and civic organizations on the history and impact of Islam in western society and civilization.
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Come with your questions and insights to this interesting, thought-provoking, and informative presentation Sunday evening.

Blessings,

Paul

The Rev. Dr. Paul C. Hayes, pastor
Noank Baptist Church
18 Cathedral Hts.
Noank, CT 06340