Schedule 2011-12 |
This engaging and readable book offers a reflection on the “forgotten” Jesus, Christ of the ancient Celtic Christianity tradition. The author draws upon the gospels of Thomas, the Acts of John, writings of Ireneaeus , Eriugena and Teilhard de Chardin. He ignites us with the possibilities of transformation that can come from understanding this ancient spiritual tradition. He asks us to remember the goodness within each of us, our community and our Earth. Christ of the Celts shows us a new picture of who Christ is today combined with the ancient reverence for harmony with God and nature. “This graceful, wise and important book is a superb introduction to the treasures of Celtic Christianity for our time.” - MARCUS BORG |
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All sessions will be on Thursdays from 10 AM to 12 noon at the Holy Cross Church Parish Hall, 1740 Cliff Drive, Santa Barbara, CA. The series fee, $50, includes all handouts and study material. Save $5 and pre-register by contacting BobDoering@wordandlife.us before the first meeting. Financial aid is available to encourage those on restricted budgets to attend; contact a member of the Steering Committee,
DATE | TOPIC | PRESENTER |
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Sep. 8, prelude |
An overview of Celtic spirituality Series intro by Bob Doering Introduction of speaker Listen to Ann Jaqua's remarks Further remarks and discussion |
Rev. Ann Jaqua, retreat leader and spiritual director |
Sep. 15, Chap. 1 | Discussion of important theological concepts presented in the Newell book Introduction of speaker Listen to Ann Howard's remarks Group discussion with Ann Howard |
Rev. Ann Howard, the Beatitudes Society |
Sep. 22, Chap. 2 | “Music and Celtic Spirituality: The Harp as a Link to the Celtic otherworld” Introduction of speaker Listen to Jeanne Martin's remarks Music, and discussion with Jeanne Martin |
Dr. Jeanne Martin, professional harpist and mythologist |
Sept 29, Chap. 3 | Personal reflections on Celtic spirituality Introduction of speaker Listen to Juliet Twomey's remarks Group discussion with Juliet Twomey |
Juliet Spohn Twomey, IHM, la Casa de Maria retreat center staff |
Oct. 6, Chap. 4 | The Celts and their reverence for the earth Introduction of speaker Listen to Katherine Collis's remarks Further reflections by Ms. Collis |
Katherine Collis, retreat leader in the US and in Iona, UK |
Oct. 13, Chap. 5 | "Eden, the One, and ... Living in Harmony With the Earth" Introduction of speaker Listen to Anne Hillman's remarks Discussion with Ms. Hillman |
Anne Hillman, author & retreat leader |
Oct. 20, Chap. 6 | Reflections from an associate member of the Iona community
Introduction of speaker Listen to Susan Copeland's remarks Conclusion + Iona recalled by Judith McDermott |
Rev. Susan Copeland, United Church of Christ |
Oct. 27, Chap 7 | Selected views and video clips of Ireland's "thin places" and sacred spaces Introduction of speaker Listen to Martha Siegel's remarks Collective sharing of "pilgrimages" |
Rev. Martha Siegel*, Trinity Episcopal Church, moderator |
Nov. 3, Chap. 8 | Thoughts on Celtic Ireland and Teilhard de Chardin
Introduction of speaker Listen to Enda Duffy's remarks Discussion with Prof. Duffy |
Prof. Enda Duffy, English Dept., UCSB |
Nov. 10, postlude | Concluding thoughts on Celtic spirituality by one who was mentored by the great Thomas Merton |
James Finley, former Trappist monk |
*Member, Word and Life Steering Committee.
AUDIO RECORDINGS
When arrangements can be made, we provide digital audio recordings of these presentations for the convenience of those who missed them. Click the blue links above as they become available, to review the presentations. Be patient while the MP3 files download, as they can be large (5 to 10 MB each in size). You may listen through your computer using headphones or speakers, or download the files for later listening on a device like an iPod.
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