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New Diocesan Book Club to Stream Every Wednesday

Posted on September 01, 2020 in: Events, FaithSparks

The Office of Faith Events has formed a new Diocesan Virtual Book Club, streaming every Wednesday night, 6:30 to 8 PM, from September 30th to December 2nd.

The club will discuss "The Father’s Son" by Jim Sano

"The Father's Son" is a novel released on August 15, 2019 by Full Quiver Publishing and was awarded the Catholic Writers Guild Seal of Approval Award for editorial integrity and faithfulness to Catholic teachings. For more information and where to get the book visit the author’s website at www.jimsano.com

The book club moderator will be Andrea Hoisl, Director of the Office of Faith Events.

Space is limited so register now! For details and to register: Please contact Marianne at manicholas@norwichdiocese.net or 860-848-2237 ext. 304

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