Rock and Roll Testimony
| Date/Time: | Thursday, 14 Apr 2011 at 7:00 pm |
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| Location: | Sun Room, Memorial Union |
| Cost: | Free |
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| Phone: | 515-294-9934 |
| Channel: | Lecture Series |
| Categories: | Lectures |
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Rock music and organized religion have suffered a tense relationship for over sixty years. Rockers accuse religious people of being too rigid and irrelevant. People of faith have labeled rock "the devil's music" and say that nothing good can come of it. But what if both of these groups are wrong? What if rock music can actually aid one's religious faith and spiritual life?
Few styles of music engage the human body as much as rock and roll. From toe tapping to air guitar, listening to rock music, like religious ritual, requires attention to the present moment and can help the listener (or believer) reclaim a sense of identity as a creature of God. In addition, several social causes include both rockers and religious advocates. During some of the most tumultuous times the world has experienced, both groups have given succor and hope to millions. No matter what side of the religion-rock debate you are on, this presentation will invite you to bury the hatchet (or pick up your axe!) and start rocking your religion!
David Nantais
Nantas earned an MS In biochemistry from Iowa State followed by an MA in philosophy from Loyola University and a Master's in Theological Studies from Weston Jesuit School of Theology.