The Humanist Association of Connecticut

Our book for April is Heretic: Jesus Christ and the Other Sons of God – An Eye-Opening Account of Early Christian Divergence by journalist, historian, and classicist Catherine Nixey.

From Amazon:
Contrary to the teachings of the church today, in the first several centuries of Christianity’s existence, there was no consensus as to who Jesus was or why he had mattered. Instead, there were many different Christs. One had a twin brother and traveled to India; another consorted with dragons. One particularly terrifying Christ scorned his parents and killed those who opposed him.

Heretic unearths the different versions of Christ who existed in the minds of early Christians, and the process of evolution – and elimination – by which Jesus became the singular figure we know today.

“Heretic has the mother lode of tales too hot for Christendom. Nixey has carefully wrung out a number of apocryphal texts for scandal.” – Harper's Magazine

Unlock the joy of fresh flavors right at your fingertips with our exciting workshop on growing herbs in small spaces! Whether you have a cozy kitchen window, a balcony, or a shaded corner of your home, this experience is designed for tentative urban gardeners and suburban herb enthusiasts alike.

Advanced Master Gardener, Giulia Gambale, will provide practical tips and techniques to cultivate a variety of herbs, even in low-light conditions. Discover the best pots, soil, and watering methods to ensure your herbs thrive, enhancing your culinary creations and home atmosphere. Join us to transform your space into a lush herb haven, and enjoy the satisfaction of growing your own fresh ingredients, no matter how limited your sunlight!

Giulia Gambale is UConn Extension Master Gardener Coordinator for New Haven County, working with over 100 Master Gardeners and Interns to facilitate support in community, education, and healthy and healing garden projects.

All members of the Humanist Association of Connecticut are welcome to attend. If you have something to bring to the board or wish to attend, please contact our president. The link to attend will be sent out prior to the meeting.