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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Ch 24-28 51:53

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Chapter 24 - The Wandmaker “I want to do it properly,” were the first words of which Harry was fully conscious of speaking. “Not by magic. Have you got a spade?” And shortly afterward he had set to work, alone, digging the grave in the place that Bill had shown him at the end of the garden, between bushes. He dug with a kind of fury, relishing the …

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1 Samuel 1:4–20; 2:1–10 28:35

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Birth Pangs of a New Reality Lectionary Date: November 17, 2024 [26th Sunday after Pentecost, Year B] Rosy opens up the story of Hannah in conversation with Jesus's "little apocalypse" in Mark.Από τον Rev. Rachel Wrenn, PhD; Rosy Kandathil, JD; Paul Essah, MDiv; Tim McNinch, PhD

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Ch 21-23 1:01:06

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Chapter 21 - The Tale of the Three Brothers “ ‘There were once three brothers who were traveling along a lonely, winding road at twilight —’ ” “Midnight, our mum always told us,” said Ron, who had stretched out, arms behind his head, to listen. Hermione shot him a look of annoyance. We are talking about a cloak that really and truly renders the wea…

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Ruth 3:1-5; 4:13-17 15:53

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Uncovering and Covering Lectionary Date: November 10, 2024 [25th Sunday after Pentecost, Year B] Paul explores the theological impact of Ruth's vulnerability and its redemptive power.Από τον Rev. Rachel Wrenn, PhD; Rosy Kandathil, JD; Paul Essah, MDiv; Tim McNinch, PhD

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Ch 17-20 54:31

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Chapter 17 - Bathilda’s Secret Harry, stop.” “What’s wrong?” They had only just reached the grave of the unknown Abbott. “There’s someone there. Someone watching us. I can tell. There, over by the bushes.” Q1 - What do you think of the monuments to the Potters? Was it possible that she had been waiting for them all these long months? That Dumbledor…

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Ruth 1:1–18 19:53

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A Migrant Invasion Lectionary Date: November 3, 2024 [24th Sunday after Pentecost, Year B] Rosy encourages us to preach the story of a migrant family facing discrimination, as these themes also swirl in our own political moment.Από τον Rev. Rachel Wrenn, PhD; Rosy Kandathil, JD; Paul Essah, MDiv; Tim McNinch, PhD

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Ch 13-16 1:10:26

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Chapter 13 - The Muggle Born Registration Commission Beneath the title was a picture of a red rose with a simpering face in the middle of its petals, being strangled by a green weed with fangs and a scowl. There was no author’s name upon the pamphlet, but again, the scars on the back of his right hand seemed to tingle as he examined it. Q1 - How vi…

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Job 42:1–6, 10–17 15:03

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Peace in the Midst of Mysterious Suffering Lectionary Date: October 27, 2024 [23rd Sunday after Pentecost, Year B] Paul and Rosy pick up our ongoing conversation in the book of Job this lectionary season. This week, Paul highlights Job's shift in tone after an overwhelming barrage of divine questions.…

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Ch 9-12 1:21:59

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Chapter 9 - A Place to Hide “When you say you’ve got the Cloak, and clothes . . .” said Harry, frowning at Hermione, who was carrying nothing except her small beaded handbag, in which she was now rummaging. “Yes, they’re here,” said Hermione, and to Harry and Ron’s utter astonishment, she pulled out a pair of jeans, a sweatshirt, some maroon socks,…

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Job 38:1–7, (34–41) 26:22

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Party Episode! God's (Non)Answer to Job Lectionary Date: October 20, 2024 [22nd Sunday after Pentecost, Year B] In this party episode, all four First Reading hosts wrestle with God's enigmatic response to Job out of the whirlwind.Από τον Rev. Rachel Wrenn, PhD; Rosy Kandathil, JD; Paul Essah, MDiv; Tim McNinch, PhD

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Ch 5-8 1:18:02

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Chapter 5 - Fallen Warrior Q1 - How convinced were you that this was Hagrid? No sooner had Mrs. Weasley bent over her son than Lupin grabbed Harry by the upper arm and dragged him, none too gently, back into the kitchen, where Hagrid was still attempting to ease his bulk through the back door. “Oi!” said Hagrid indignantly. “Le’ go of him! Le’ go o…

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Job 23:1–9, 16–17 17:36

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Honest to God Lectionary Date: October 13, 2024 [21st Sunday after Pentecost, Year B] Rachel ventures cautiously into the book of Job. It's a tricky book, but Rachel discovers a model for being honest to God. We recorded this before Hurricane Helene—our prayers are with all who are suffering in the aftermath of the storm. Hopefully, this episode gi…

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Ch 1-4 1:04:57

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Chapter 1 - The Dark Lord Ascending The dedication of this book Is split seven ways: To Neil, To Jessica, To David, To Kenzie, To Di, To Anne, And to you, If you have stuck with Harry until the very end. Oh, the torment bred in the race, the grinding scream of death and the stroke that hits the vein, the haemorrhage none can staunch, the grief, the…

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Psalm 8 20:16

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God's Finger-work Lectionary Date: October 6, 2024 [20th Sunday after Pentecost, Year B] This week, Tim explores the context, language, and imagery of a classic psalm!Από τον Rev. Rachel Wrenn, PhD; Rosy Kandathil, JD; Paul Essah, MDiv; Tim McNinch, PhD

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Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince: Ch 28-30 1:04:50

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Chapter 28 - The Flight of the Prince Q1 - What are your thoughts on Dumbledore’s death? Q2 - Who do you think has died so far? “Cruc —” But Snape parried the curse, knocking Harry backward off his feet before he could complete it; “Cruc —” yelled Harry for the second time, aiming for the figure ahead illuminated in the dancing firelight, but Snape…

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Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince: Ch 25-27 54:09

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Chapter 25 - The Seer Overheard Harry found himself newly and happily impervious to gossip over the next few weeks. After all, it made a very nice change to be talked about because of something that was making him happier than he could remember being for a very long time, rather than because he had been involved in horrific scenes of Dark Magic. Q1…

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Numbers 11:24–30 #5 10:31

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Recycled episode: Eldad and Medad Lectionary Date: September 29, 2024 [19th Sunday after Pentecost, Year B] Rachel hosted a great little episode on "Eldad and Medad" not too long ago (Pentecost 2023). They are back in the lectionary cycle again, so we're replaying that episode. We'll be back with a new episode next week!…

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Psalm 1 16:25

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Rooted in the Word Lectionary Date: September 22, 2024 [18th Sunday after Pentecost, Year B] We're back with a brand new episode! This week, Rachel walks us through "one of her favorite psalms"—for real this time... This psalm has accompanied her through some challenging times.Από τον Rev. Rachel Wrenn, PhD; Rosy Kandathil, JD; Paul Essah, MDiv; Tim McNinch, PhD

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Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince: Ch 21-24 1:07:00

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Chapter 21 - The Unknowable Room Harry fully expected to receive low marks on his, because he had disagreed with Snape on the best way to tackle Dementors, but he did not care: Slughorn’s memory was the most important thing to him now. Q1 - How do you think Snape takes on dementors? And is it better than Harry’s? ‘It’s one of Fred and George’s Spel…

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Isaiah 50:4–9a 17:57

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Recycled Episode: The Tongue of a Learner Lectionary Date: September 15, 2024 [17th Sunday after Pentecost, Year B] We'll be back with new material next week! In the meantime, Tim sets his face like flint to offer a nonviolent interpretation of this famous text!Από τον Rev. Rachel Wrenn, PhD; Rosy Kandathil, JD; Paul Essah, MDiv; Tim McNinch, PhD

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Proverbs 22:1–2, 8–9, 22–23 13:20

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Recyled Episode: The Sharing is the Blessing Lectionary Date: September 8, 2024 [16th Sunday after Pentecost, Year B] Your beloved hosts are all busy starting up the fall semester, so here's a recycled episode from this week's lectionary selections! In this episode, Rachel gives an overview of wisdom literature, and tackles the prosperity gospel—al…

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Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince: Ch 17-20 1:10:53

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Chapter 17 - A Sluggish Memory Q1 - At the beginning of this chapter, Harry gives Hermione the details about what happened with Malfoy…do you have any other theories or thoughts on that? ‘He accused me of being “Dumbledore’s man through and through”.’ ‘How very rude of him.’ ‘I told him I was.’ Dumbledore opened his mouth to speak and then closed i…

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Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince: Ch 13-16 1:09:33

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Chapter 13 - The Secret Riddle ‘Ah,’ said Dumbledore, ‘perhaps she could. But it is my belief – I am guessing again, but I am sure I am right – that when her husband abandoned her, Merope stopped using magic. I do not think that she wanted to be a witch any longer. Of course, it is also possible that her unrequited love and the attendant despair sa…

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1 Kings 8:(1,6,10-11), 22-30, 41-43 34:24

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Party Episode! A Place for God's Name Lectionary Date: August 25, 2024 [14th Sunday after Pentecost, Year B] All four hosts are back from Summer Break for a Party Episode looking at Solomon's temple dedication scene (as well as Psalm 84, a temple psalm).Από τον Rev. Rachel Wrenn, PhD; Rosy Kandathil, JD; Paul Essah, MDiv; Tim McNinch, PhD

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Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince: Ch 9-12 1:20:16

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Chapter 9 - The Half-Blood Prince Hermione’s remonstration was drowned by a loud giggle; Lavender Brown had apparently found Ron’s remark highly amusing. She continued to laugh as she passed them, glancing back at Ron over her shoulder. Ron looked rather pleased with himself. Q1 - Does Lavender like Ron? ‘Humph,’ snorted Professor McGonagall. ‘It’s…

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Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince: Ch 5-8 48:43

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Chapter 5 - An Excess of Phlegm Q1 - Tonks seems really sad and out of it at the beginning of this chapter…why? ‘What do you like me to call you when we’re alone together?’ Even by the dim light of the lantern Harry could tell that Mrs Weasley had turned bright red; he himself felt suddenly warm around the ears and neck, and hastily gulped soup, cl…

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1 Kings 2:10–12; 3:3–14 10:46

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Recycled Episode: A Listening Heart Lectionary Date: August 18, 2024 [13th Sunday after Pentecost, Year B] We're getting ready for a "Party Episode" next week, so this time around we're recycling a fascinating post from the FR vault: Tim's reflection on King Solomon's request for "wisdom"... or "a listening heart," from the last time this text came…

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2 Samuel 18:5–9, 15, 31–33 7:26

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First Reading "Summer Shorts"! Lectionary Date: August 11, 2024 [12th Sunday after Pentecost, Year B] This summer, we're trying something new: a series of video shorts with one key takeaway from the semi-continuous first reading in the RCL. This week, Rosy reflects on the sad story of the collapse of David's family and his failures as a parent.…

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Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince: Ch 1-4 54:57

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Chapter 1 - The Other Minister It was nearing midnight and the Prime Minister was sitting alone in his office, reading a long memo that was slipping through his brain without leaving the slightest trace of meaning behind. Q1 - What do you think of the book opening like this? He turned over the second page of the memo, saw how much longer it went on…

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2: Movie 1:04:52

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Join Jon, Jen, Kaylie, and Danny as they discuss the good and the bad of Deathly Hallows Part 2. A lot of bad, a little bit of good, and a little bit of controversy.Από τον Danny, Jenn, Jon, Kristen

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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: Ch 34-37 1:16:28

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Chapter 34 - The Department of Mysteries This is mad,ʹ Ron murmured, moving his free hand gingerly up and down his horseʹs neck. ʹMad… if I could just see it ‐ʹ ʹYouʹd better hope it stays invisible,ʹ said Harry darkly. ʹWe all ready, then?ʹ Q1 - Is Harry being a dick here? Q2 - Thoughts on riding on an invisible horse? Q3 - What animal would you w…

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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: Ch 30-33 43:58

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Chapter 30 - Grawp Eventually the area was roped off and Filch, gnashing his teeth furiously, was given the task of punting students across it to their classrooms. Harry was certain that teachers like McGonagall or Flitwick could have removed the swamp in an instant but, just as in the case of Fred and Georges Wildfire Whiz‐bangs, they seemed to pr…

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2 Samuel 11:26—12:13a 7:42

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First Reading "Summer Shorts"! Lectionary Date: August 4, 2024 [11th Sunday after Pentecost, Year B] This summer, we're trying something new: a series of video shorts with one key takeaway from the semi-continuous first reading in the RCL. This week, Paul considers how David's abuse of power has parallels in today's world.…

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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: Ch 25-29 1:15:01

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Chapter 25 - The Beetle at Bay Q1 - What do you think of this mass breakout at Azkaban? Q2 - Why was Bode assassinated? And who killed him? This latest Decree had been the subject of a great number of jokes among the students. Lee Jordan had pointed out to Umbridge that by the terms of the new rule she was not allowed to tell Fred and George off fo…

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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: Ch 21-24 52:52

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Chapter 21 - The Eye of the Snake ʹOi!ʹ bellowed Ron, finally losing patience and sticking his head out of the window, ʹI am a prefect and if one more snowball hits this window—OUCH!ʹ He withdrew his head sharply, his face covered in snow. ʹItʹs Fred and George,ʹ he said bitterly, slamming the window behind him. ʹGits…ʹ ʹDonʹ worry, it wonʹ hurt ye…

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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: Ch 17-20 50:22

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Chapter 17 - Educational Decree Number Twenty-Four Q1 - What is the nicest thing anyone has ever told you? ʹNo, they canʹt have done, because I put a jinx on that piece of parchment we all signed,ʹ said Hermione grimly. ʹBelieve me, if anyoneʹs run off and told Umbridge, weʹll know exactly who they are and they will really regret it.ʹ Q2 - Was Herm…

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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: Ch 13-16 51:46

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Chapter 13 - Detention with Dolores Q1 - Why do you think Dumbledore hired Dolores Jane Umbridge? Q2 - They are writing an essay on moonstones…do you think this will play into the future somehow? ʹBowtruckles,ʹ said Hermione. Theyʹre tree guardians, usually live in wand-trees. ʹFive points for Gryffindor,ʹ said Professor Grubbly-Plank. ʹ Q3 - How r…

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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: Ch 9-12 1:07:10

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Chapter 9 - The Woes of Mrs Weasley ʹWell, well, well… Patronus Potter,ʹ said Lucius Malfoy coolly. Q1 - What's the best nickname you ever got? Harry turned his moneybag upsidedown and emptied not just ten Galleons, but the whole contents into the pool. Q2 - How do you think Mr Weasley feels at this moment. Q3 - Do you think Sirius has a right to b…

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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: Ch 5-8 49:09

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Chapter 5 - The Order of the Phoenix In the flash of light caused by Mrs Weasleyʹs charm Harry caught a glimpse of what looked like the plan of a Building. Mrs Weasley had seen him looking. She snatched the plan off the table and stuffed it into Billʹs already overladen arms. Q1 - What are they looking at? Q2 - What is the most annoying thing that …

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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: Ch 1-4 59:19

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Chapter 1 - Dudley Demented The hottest day of the summer so far was drawing to a close and a drowsy silence lay over the large, square houses of Privet Drive . . . The only person left outside was a teenage boy who was lying flat on his back in a flowerbed outside number four. Q1 - What do you think of Mrs Figg? Every day this summer had been the …

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2 Samuel 11:1–15 6:24

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First Reading "Summer Shorts"! Lectionary Date: July 28, 2024 [10th Sunday after Pentecost, Year B] This summer, we're trying something new: a series of video shorts with one key takeaway from the semi-continuous first reading in the RCL. This week, Rachel takes a careful listen to Bathsheba's voice.…

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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire: Ch 32-37 1:18:18

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Chapter 32 - Flesh, Blood, and Bone Squinting tensely through the darkness, they watched the figure drawing nearer, walking steadily toward them between the graves. Harry couldn't make out a face, but from the way it was walking and holding its arms, he could tell that it was carrying something. Whoever it was, he was short, and wearing a hooded cl…

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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire: Ch 28-31 1:10:16

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Chapter 28 - The Madness of Mr Crouch "Master is - hic - trusting Winky with - hic - the most important - hic - the most secret..." Q1 - What is this secret? Q2 - What do you think of Nifflers? "Oh..." he said, the memory coming back to him at last. "I dunno...I never noticed it had gone. I was more worried about my wand, wasn't I?" They climbed th…

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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire: Ch 23-27 1:06:11

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Chapter 23 - The Yule Ball Harry and Ron both whipped around, but Hermione said loudly, waving to somebody over Malfoy’s shoulder, “Hello, Professor Moody!” Malfoy went pale and jumped backwards, looking wildly around for Moody, but he was still up at the staff table finishing his stew. “Twitchy little ferret, aren’t you, Malfoy?” Hermione said sca…

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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire: Ch 16-22 1:02:53

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Chapter 16 - The Goblet of Fire “Oh I haven’t got a single quill on me—” “Do you think he’d sign y hat in lipstick?” “Really,” Hermione said loftily, as they passed the girls, not squabbling over the lipstick. “I’m getting his autograph if I can,” said Ron, “you haven’t got a quill, have you, Harry?” Q1 - Who is the most famous person you have ever…

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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire: Ch 11-15 59:05

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Chapter 11 - Aboard the Hogwarts Express Q1 - How do you like the name Mad-Eye? Mrs Weasley took a piece of buttered toast from a stack on the kitchen table, put it into the fire tongs and transferred it into Mr Diggory’s mouth. Q2 - have you guys ever had a mountain pie? “Your father thinks very highly of Mad-Eye Moody,” said Mrs Weasley sternly. …

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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire: Ch 6-10 1:11:40

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Chapter 6 - The Portkey INTRO - Character impressions in your mind. Harry felt as though he had barely lain down to sleep in Ron’s room when he was being shaken awake by Mrs Weasley. Q1 - Is this the worst feeling ever? Non-snow days? What is the worst feeling as a kid? Q2 - You need a license to Apparate? Do you think anything else should require …

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2 Samuel 7:1–14a 6:35

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First Reading "Summer Shorts"! Lectionary Date: July 21, 2024 [9th Sunday after Pentecost, Year B] This summer, we're trying something new: a series of video shorts with one key takeaway from the semi-continuous first reading in the RCL. This week, Tim explores the kind of "place" that King David's leadership makes.…

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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire: Ch 1-5 51:33

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Chapter 1 - The Riddle House The villagers of Little Hangleton still called it “the Riddle House,” even though it had been many years since the Riddle family had lived there. Fifty years before, at daybreak on a fine summer’s morning, when the Riddle House had still been well kept and impressive, and a maid had entered the drawing room to find all …

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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban: Ch 19-22 44:19

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Chapter 19 - The Servant of Lord Voldemort “YOU'RE PATHETIC!” Harry yelled. “JUST BECAUSE THEY MADE A FOOL OF YOU AT SCHOOL YOU WON'T EVEN LISTEN _” “SILENCE! I WILL NOT BE SPOKEN TO LIKE THAT!' Snape shrieked, looking madder than ever. "Like father, like son, Potter! I have just saved your neck, you should be thanking me on bended knee! You would …

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