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Trinity School has a long-standing tradition of reading and growing together as a community. Over the past two decades, we've explored a range of works from the Bible to Tolstoy to Hans Christian Anderson and Andy Crouch. Join us as we take a deeper dive

Trinity School of Durham and Chapel Hill


    • Aug 9, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 23m AVG DURATION
    • 23 EPISODES


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    BONUS: The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963 – Guest Ricky Oliver

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2024 15:52


    In this bonus episode for The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963 we hear from Ricky Oliver, Middle School Bible Teacher at Trinity. He and Shaun discuss the entire book and its impact on their lives and the Trinity community.

    The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963 – Guests Olga App and Betsy Watson

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 22:17


    We are excited to introduce The Watsons Go to Birmingham-1963, a historical fiction novel about an African American family from Flint, Michigan. In The Watsons we are transported into the lives of an African American family of the 60's, woven together by themes of faith, love, and resilience. Through the lens of this unique family and their intertwining stories, we explore the universal truths that unite us as children of God while honoring the unique journeys that shape each character. In Episode six, and the final one of this season, we talk to Olga App, Fourth Grade teacher, and Betsy Watson, a Teacher's Assistant in TK. Shaun Satterfield and crew discuss the themes of survival, love, and hope in chapters 13-15 of the book. 

    The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963 – Guests Olga App and Betsy Watson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 20:16


    We are excited to introduce The Watsons Go to Birmingham-1963, a historical fiction novel about an African American family from Flint, Michigan. In The Watsons we are transported into the lives of an African American family of the 60's, woven together by themes of faith, love, and resilience. Through the lens of this unique family and their intertwining stories, we explore the universal truths that unite us as children of God while honoring the unique journeys that shape each character. In Episode five of this season we talk to Olga App, Fourth Grade teacher, and Betsy Watson, a Teacher's Assistant in TK. Shaun Satterfield and crew discuss acceptance in chapters 11-12 of the book while exploring the theme of racism.

    The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963 – Shaun Satterfield

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 15:47


    We are excited to introduce The Watsons Go to Birmingham-1963, a historical fiction novel about an African American family from Flint, Michigan. In The Watsons we are transported into the lives of an African American family of the 60's, woven together by themes of faith, love, and resilience. Through the lens of this unique family and their intertwining stories, we explore the universal truths that unite us as children of God while honoring the unique journeys that shape each character. In Episode four of this season, Shaun Satterfield discusses culture and wonder in chapters 7-8 of the book as The Watsons begin their road trip.

    The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963 – Guests Bryan Hunt and Jessica Holmes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 11:06


    We are excited to introduce The Watsons Go to Birmingham-1963, a historical fiction novel about an African American family from Flint, Michigan. In The Watsons we are transported into the lives of an African American family of the 60's, woven together by themes of faith, love, and resilience. Through the lens of this unique family and their intertwining stories, we explore the universal truths that unite us as children of God while honoring the unique journeys that shape each character. In Episode three of this season we talk to Bryan Hunt, Upper School Humanities teacher, and Jessica Holmes, Trinty's Lower and Middle School music teacher. Shaun Satterfield and crew discuss truth and consequences in chapters 7-8 of the book exploring the themes of character, and relationships.

    The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963 – Guest Emily Wakefield

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2024 11:17


    We are excited to introduce The Watsons Go to Birmingham-1963, a historical fiction novel about an African American family from Flint, Michigan. In The Watsons we are transported into the lives of an African American family of the 60's, woven together by themes of faith, love, and resilience. Through the lens of this unique family and their intertwining stories, we explore the universal truths that unite us as children of God while honoring the unique journeys that shape each character. In Episode two of this season we talk to Emily Wakefiled, a third grade teacher at Trinity. Shaun Satterfield and Emily discuss chapters 4-6 of the book exploring the themes of justice and self-esteem.

    The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963 – Guest Karoline Moore

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2024 11:54


    We are excited to introduce The Watsons Go to Birmingham-1963, a historical fiction novel about an African American family from Flint, Michigan. In The Watsons we are transported into the lives of an African American family of the 60's, woven together by themes of faith, love, and resilience. Through the lens of this unique family and their intertwining stories, we explore the universal truths that unite us as children of God while honoring the unique journeys that shape each character. In Episode one of this season we talk to Karoline Moore, a fourth grade teacher at Trinity. Shaun Satterfield and Karoline discuss the first three chapters of the book exploring the themes of family dynamics, classism, bullying, and friendship.

    The Golden Key - Steve Larson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2023 28:56


    Join us on a magical journey to the enchanting realm of George MacDonald's timeless tale, The Golden Key. As Trinity's school community embarks on its annual summer reading tradition, this episode sets the stage for a season filled with wonder, exploration, and the power of imagination. Discover why The Golden Key has been chosen as the centerpiece of Trinity Reads, as we delve into the themes and ideas that resonate deeply with Trinity's mission of providing a Christian, classical, rich, and unhurried education for their students.  In this season, we'll explore the transformative power of fantasy as a genre, one that awakens imaginations and sparks meaningful connections for readers of all ages. We'll learn about the profound impact that George MacDonald's stories had on the influential writer C. S. Lewis, as we uncover how reading MacDonald's tales served as a catalyst for Lewis' own spiritual journey.  If you found this episode enjoyable, feel free to share it with someone who'd appreciate it!

    The Golden Key - Trish Toher, Emily Merryweather, and Caroline Daniels

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2023 39:11


    Join us on a magical journey to the enchanting realm of George MacDonald's timeless tale, The Golden Key. As Trinity's school community embarks on its annual summer reading tradition, this episode sets the stage for a season filled with wonder, exploration, and the power of imagination. Discover why The Golden Key has been chosen as the centerpiece of Trinity Reads, as we delve into the themes and ideas that resonate deeply with Trinity's mission of providing a Christian, classical, rich, and unhurried education for their students.  In this season, we'll explore the transformative power of fantasy as a genre, one that awakens imaginations and sparks meaningful connections for readers of all ages. We'll learn about the profound impact that George MacDonald's stories had on the influential writer C. S. Lewis, as we uncover how reading MacDonald's tales served as a catalyst for Lewis' own spiritual journey.  If you found this episode enjoyable, feel free to share it with someone who'd appreciate it!

    The Golden Key - Peter Frey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2023 34:43


    Join us on a magical journey to the enchanting realm of George MacDonald's timeless tale, The Golden Key. As Trinity's school community embarks on its annual summer reading tradition, this episode sets the stage for a season filled with wonder, exploration, and the power of imagination. Discover why The Golden Key has been chosen as the centerpiece of Trinity Reads, as we delve into the themes and ideas that resonate deeply with Trinity's mission of providing a Christian, classical, rich, and unhurried education for their students.  In this season, we'll explore the transformative power of fantasy as a genre, one that awakens imaginations and sparks meaningful connections for readers of all ages. We'll learn about the profound impact that George MacDonald's stories had on the influential writer C. S. Lewis, as we uncover how reading MacDonald's tales served as a catalyst for Lewis' own spiritual journey.  If you found this episode enjoyable, feel free to share it with someone who'd appreciate it! Show notes: Interview with Peter Frey, Associate Pastor at Waypoint Church. Read George MacDonald's poem, The Disciple.

    The Golden Key - Chip Denton and Nathan Clendenin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2023 29:48


    Join us on a magical journey to the enchanting realm of George MacDonald's timeless tale, The Golden Key. As Trinity's school community embarks on its annual summer reading tradition, this episode sets the stage for a season filled with wonder, exploration, and the power of imagination. Discover why The Golden Key has been chosen as the centerpiece of Trinity Reads, as we delve into the themes and ideas that resonate deeply with Trinity's mission of providing a Christian, classical, rich, and unhurried education for their students.  In this season, we'll explore the transformative power of fantasy as a genre, one that awakens imaginations and sparks meaningful connections for readers of all ages. We'll learn about the profound impact that George MacDonald's stories had on the influential writer C. S. Lewis, as we uncover how reading MacDonald's tales served as a catalyst for Lewis' own spiritual journey.  If you found this episode enjoyable, feel free to share it with someone who'd appreciate it!

    Proverbs - The Voldness Family and Brent Strawn

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 23:49


    Trinity School has a long-standing tradition of reading and growing together as a community each summer. Join us this summer as we take a deeper dive into wisdom found in the Book of Proverbs. We encourage you read through proverbs two times this summer, taking a chapter for each day of the month. In this weekly podcast, we will hear from members of our community about what proverbs are personally meaningful. We'll also learn from Old Testament professor Brent Strawn how to read ancient wisdom literature in today's modern context. Our aim is that Trinity will become wiser and grow closer to God and each other as we meditate on God's timeless wisdom.

    Proverbs - Theodore Lucas and Brent Strawn

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 17:55


    Trinity School has a long-standing tradition of reading and growing together as a community each summer. Join us this summer as we take a deeper dive into wisdom found in the Book of Proverbs. We encourage you read through proverbs two times this summer, taking a chapter for each day of the month. In this weekly podcast, we will hear from members of our community about what proverbs are personally meaningful. We'll also learn from Old Testament professor Brent Strawn how to read ancient wisdom literature in today's modern context. Our aim is that Trinity will become wiser and grow closer to God and each other as we meditate on God's timeless wisdom.

    Proverbs - The Underwood Family and Brent Strawn

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 19:32


    Trinity School has a long-standing tradition of reading and growing together as a community each summer. Join us this summer as we take a deeper dive into wisdom found in the Book of Proverbs. We encourage you read through proverbs two times this summer, taking a chapter for each day of the month. In this weekly podcast, we will hear from members of our community about what proverbs are personally meaningful. We'll also learn from Old Testament professor Brent Strawn how to read ancient wisdom literature in today's modern context. Our aim is that Trinity will become wiser and grow closer to God and each other as we meditate on God's timeless wisdom.

    Proverbs - Elijah Wong and Brent Strawn

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2022 16:23


    Trinity School has a long-standing tradition of reading and growing together as a community each summer. Join us this summer as we take a deeper dive into wisdom found in the Book of Proverbs. We encourage you read through proverbs two times this summer, taking a chapter for each day of the month. In this weekly podcast, we will hear from members of our community about what proverbs are personally meaningful. We'll also learn from Old Testament professor Brent Strawn how to read ancient wisdom literature in today's modern context. Our aim is that Trinity will become wiser and grow closer to God and each other as we meditate on God's timeless wisdom.

    Proverbs - Lynn Hand and Brent Strawn

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 19:36


    Trinity School has a long-standing tradition of reading and growing together as a community each summer. Join us this summer as we take a deeper dive into wisdom found in the Book of Proverbs. We encourage you read through proverbs two times this summer, taking a chapter for each day of the month. In this weekly podcast, we will hear from members of our community about what proverbs are personally meaningful. We'll also learn from Old Testament professor Brent Strawn how to read ancient wisdom literature in today's modern context. Our aim is that Trinity will become wiser and grow closer to God and each other as we meditate on God's timeless wisdom.

    Proverbs - The Harrison Family and Brent Strawn

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2022 18:26


    Trinity School has a long-standing tradition of reading and growing together as a community each summer. Join us this summer as we take a deeper dive into wisdom found in the Book of Proverbs. We encourage you read through proverbs two times this summer, taking a chapter for each day of the month. In this weekly podcast, we will hear from members of our community about what proverbs are personally meaningful. We'll also learn from Old Testament professor Brent Strawn how to read ancient wisdom literature in today's modern context. Our aim is that Trinity will become wiser and grow closer to God and each other as we meditate on God's timeless wisdom.

    For The Children's Sake - Guest Megan Wright

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2021 31:11


    Join our conversation with Megan Wright, a First Grade Teacher at Trinity. She talks with Dr. Denton about forming habits in education that help students thrive. Trinity School of Durham and Chapel Hill has a long-standing tradition of reading and growing together as a community. Over the past two decades, we've explored a range of works from the Bible to Tolstoy to Hans Christian Anderson and Andy Crouch. Join us as we take a deeper dive into the distinctive mission of Trinity School through reading For the Children's Sake, by Susan Schaeffer Macaulay.⁠

    For The Children's Sake - Guest Lindsay Rogers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2021 30:04


    If you've been around the Trinity community for any amount of time, you've heard about "rich and unhurried." This week, Lindsay Rogers, a Kindergarten teacher at Trinity, talks about why good education is about creating an atmosphere. Trinity School of Durham and Chapel Hill has a long-standing tradition of reading and growing together as a community. Over the past two decades, we've explored a range of works from the Bible to Tolstoy to Hans Christian Anderson and Andy Crouch. Join us as we take a deeper dive into the distinctive mission of Trinity School through reading For the Children's Sake, by Susan Schaeffer Macaulay.⁠

    For The Children's Sake - Guest Lori Stepp

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2021 29:29


    Join our conversation with Lori Stepp, a Middle School science teacher at Trinity. She talks with Dr. Denton about moral formation in education. Trinity School of Durham and Chapel Hill has a long-standing tradition of reading and growing together as a community. Over the past two decades, we've explored a range of works from the Bible to Tolstoy to Hans Christian Anderson and Andy Crouch. Join us as we take a deeper dive into the distinctive mission of Trinity School through reading For the Children's Sake, by Susan Schaeffer Macaulay.⁠

    For The Children's Sake - Guests Meg Lybrand and Emily Merryweather

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2021 35:25


    Join our conversation with two Trinity moms, Meg Lybrand and Emily Merryweather. They discuss how the educational philosophy of Charlotte Mason fosters a rich and unhurried learning environment. Trinity School has a long-standing tradition of reading and growing together as a community. Over the past two decades, we've explored a range of works from the Bible to Tolstoy to Hans Christian Anderson and Andy Crouch. Join us as we take a deeper dive into the distinctive mission of Trinity School through reading For the Children's Sake, by Susan Schaeffer Macaulay.

    For The Children's Sake - Guest Sophie Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2021 31:16


    Join our conversation with Sophie Smith, Trinity's Athletic Director. She's a Trinity Parent Alum who attributes much of her success to her Charlotte Mason education in England. Trinity School of Durham and Chapel Hill has a long-standing tradition of reading and growing together as a community. Over the past two decades, we've explored a range of works from the Bible to Tolstoy to Hans Christian Anderson and Andy Crouch. Join us as we take a deeper dive into the distinctive mission of Trinity School through reading For the Children's Sake, by Susan Schaeffer Macaulay.

    For the Children's Sake - Guest Jack E. Beckman, PhD, MPhil, MEd

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2021 27:14


    Join our conversation with professor Jack Beckman of Covenant College. His career studies have been focused on the educational philosophy of Charlotte Mason. In his own words, "If Charlotte Mason (1842-1923) was right, then education is indeed a life as I have spent over 40 years under the regulus and patterns of teaching and learning - initially as an Early Childhood educator in the classroom, then as an educational leader, and finally as Professor of Elementary Education at Covenant College. Each of these contexts has allowed me the privilege of working with students, teachers, and parents on a variety of levels involving instructional pedagogy, curriculum development, and teacher professional learning." Trinity School of Durham and Chapel Hill has a long-standing tradition of reading and growing together as a community. Over the past two decades, we've explored a range of works from the Bible to Tolstoy to Hans Christian Anderson and Andy Crouch. Join us as we take a deeper dive into the distinctive mission of Trinity School through reading For the Children's Sake, by Susan Schaeffer Macaulay.

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