Can there ever be such a thing as benevolent colonialism, as Duke Leto attempts in Frank Herbert's Dune? How does the novel dissect the concept of a messiah and its effects on and interactions with characters like Paul, the Bene Gesserit, and the Fremen? Join me and my friend, former colleague from my pastoral days, Chris McArdle, as we delve into these topics and more.

Chris McArdle is an ordained minister of the United Church of Christ, serving the First Congregational Church of Anoka, Minnesota. A self-proclaimed lifelong geek, Chris was introduced to Star Wars at the tender age of three and has since explored numerous other sci-fi universes. His interest in genre literature—especially works that incorporate religious imagery and themes—complements his quest for the perfect mac & cheese, an earthly delight he has cherished for years.

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