LAKEPORT, Calif. – A Lenten book study group is open to the public at St. John’s Episcopal Church, March 16 through April 20, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

The selected reading is “The Wisdom Jesus: Transforming the Heart and the Mind – a New Perspective on Christ and His Message, by Rev. Cynthia Bourgeault.”

A simple supper will be offered before each evening's discussion at the Lakeport church, located on the corner of North Forbes and Clearlake Avenue.

“The Wisdom Jesus” explores the life and meaning of Jesus from various Christian traditions, both Western and Eastern Orthodox, as well as the Gnostic Gospels, especially the Gospel of Thomas.

Rev. Bourgeault is an Episcopal priest and mystic, founder of the Aspen Wisdom School and the Contemplative Society.

“'The Wisdom Jesus' is a masterful work,” says Jim Marion, author of “Putting on the Mind of Christ.” “Cynthia Bourgeault invites us to follow Jesus’ path of self-emptying love, and she describes wisdom practices that we Christians can use every day to transform our own minds so that we too can see with the eyes of Christ.”

Those wanting to participate in St. John’s book study should leave a message with the church office at 707-263-4765. Books are available at www.amazon.com.

St. John's is a visible, welcoming family of Christ resolved to deepen our relationship with God. See www.saintjohnslakeport.org/.

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