The 19th century was an age of religious fervor, and most aspiring politicians trumpeted their religious affiliations to make themselves more appealing to voters. Abraham Lincoln did not, nor did he ever join a church. Yet in his private writings he expressed some of the most sincere and nuanced thoughts on God that have ever been penned. In this session, historian Joyce Haworth explores the shifting religious beliefs that Lincoln held during his life and provides one more reason why our 16th president deserves such respect.
Monday, March 9 at 1:00 pm at the North Shore Senior Center in Northfield. To register, call 847.784.6030. $10 member; 13 non-member.
