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Session 2, March 19, 2003

Opening Prayer

Introductions of the class members, Announcements, etc.

Scripture for Sunday             John 2:13-22 & I Corinthians 1:18-25

Discussion

Film Clip

Discussion material.  Pick the questions below that resonate with you and let’s talk about them!

1.  What do you see in the relationship between Luke and Carolina?

2.  What kind of oppression or possession does Josephine endure?

3.  Armande (Judy Dench), too, endures oppression.  What form does hers take?

4.  Where do the old man (Mr. Perot?) with the dog, and the widows fit into the life of this village?  Where do they fit in this story?

5.  What role does Pontouf play for Anouk?  What ways are you aware of that people use to cope with a bad situation?

6.  How would you describe the priest at this point in the story?

7.  How do we find the “village” of Jerusalem in today’s scripture?  What are the religious rules that are in effect with Jesus in the temple?

8.  All these characters suffer from or endure some form of oppression or powerlessness.  What oppression or powerlessness have you endured in your life or have you witnessed?

 9.  What do we find out about Vianne’s background

10.  What do the Mayans believe about chocolate?  How does this fit into the movie?

Closing prayer.