Richard Rohr to Lead 2010 Retreat

Father Richard Rohr is a Franciscan priest of the New Mexico Province and will serve as our retreat leader for our Adult Retreat, Feb. 5- 7, 2010. Rohr entered the Franciscans in 1961, and was ordained to the priesthood in 1970. He received his Master’s Degree in Theology from Dayton. He founded the Center for Action and Contemplation in Albuquerque, New Mexico, in 1986, where he presently serves as Founding Director.

Rohr considers the proclamation of the Gospel to be his primary call, and
uses many different platforms to communicate the message. In his exploration of central themes of scripture in Things Hidden: Scripture as Spirituality, Rohr transforms the written word, discovering in these ancient texts a new and vital meaning, relevant and essential for modern Christians. He uncovers what the Bible says about morality, power, wisdom and the generosity of God in a manner that demands a life-changing response from believers. Rohr offers his readers a Christian vision of abundance, grace and joy to counteract a world filled with scarcity, judgment and fear — a vision that can revolutionize how we relate to ourselves, others and the world.

Come to this retreat ready to learn a method for reading scripture that puts heart and head together. Discover how a theme unfolds inside the entire Bible, creating a spirituality that is grounded, traditional, and yet frequently" counter-intuitive" in its mature form. Don’t be surprised if you find fresh eyes for reading scripture that may change the way you read it from this point on. This year’s retreat will be held for the second year at Bishop’s Lodge in Santa Fe, NM, a beautiful resort snuggled down in a tree-lined valley just five miles north of the square. The weekend will include good food, wonderful fellowship, plenty of free time, and inspiring conversation. Plan now to attend and bring a friend!

Early registration has already begun for the retreat, and you can save $25 this year by signing up before Dec. 2nd as an Early Bird! Stop by the registration table in the hall for more information!

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