The tale of Beowulf in 2007 differs greatly from the epic, ancient Anglo-Saxon poem. The nature of heroism, man, and Beowulf himself has changed largely in the adapted tale that will be featured at Cinemagogue’s “Film and Theology” Event in Seattle this Friday, March 7 at 7pm. What of Beowulf’s claim in the film? What of Director Robert Zemekis’ boast that his version of the tale has ”nothing to do with the Beowulf you were forced to read in junior high — it’s all about eating, drinking, killing, and fornicating.” If this is true, what does the tale inform us about where that leads? Join us for the film followed by discussion.

Saturday at the Campus, starting at 9am, we will be having a Groundskeeping Day and Barbecue. We have had some GENEROUS donations for our exterior… from landscaping work to a Children’s Playhouse. Coupled with a desire to get things looking superb for Easter, and the advent of spring and the accompanying greenery growth, there is plenty of work to do before lunch. Come midday, we will have time for feasting and conversation that will put Beowulf’s crew to shame. Hope to see you there.