What is Many Meetings?
Every year for the past four years, I’ve hosted a public read-through of The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien. Personally, I’ve re-read them (nearly) each year since I was twelve but in the fall of 2021—in the midst of a very dark time in my life—I decided to invite others to join me.
The response shocked me. So many messaged me to say how comforting it was to carry this story with them throughout their days, how it gave them new ways of interacting with the world, how it brought them peace.
Turns out, so many of you needed wholesome escapism too.
In the midst of life’s brutality, God gave us the gift of Story--not just for escapism but also as a song from a Far Green Country calling us to look higher than the dust we're shuffling through here.
Many Meetings isn’t a book club with deadlines and schedules it’s more of a book…hike?
Think of this substack as your field guide to Tolkien’s works; like going on a trail with someone who’s done it many times versus venturing out on it by yourself. Sure, you’d probably be fine, but you’re going to have a much more enriching time with other people who know the path, know how to get to the best views and what to pack to get the most out the adventure (that’s me!).
How it works:
Once we start on September 22nd, I will give some gentle accountability to keep you on the track in the form of what I call Middle-earth Mondays. Once a week, I’ll post on social media to share my progress and invite you to share yours. And—if you’re a paid subscriber to Many Meetings—you’ll get weekly posts from this publication tucked into your inbox full of bonus resources/videos, recipes, topics of discussion and a private community space to hash over all things Tolkien.
You’re Invited
Many Meetings is where you can join in and share where you’re at in the books—ask questions, share perspectives give insights! Much like a mug of ale at the Green Dragon, this story is richer when enjoyed with others.
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