Christian in the World

Christian in the World: Spirituality and Theology for the Laity is an integrated program of study, prayer and discussion for Catholics who want to live their faith more deeply. The program seeks to help participants gain a more profound understanding of the Scriptures and the Church, and to support lay people in exploring how to live their baptismal vocation in everyday life.

Topics for the Fall 2010 Presentations "A Look at Priesthood"

9/11/10	The Priesthood in Scripture (OT & NT) Father Rory Pitstick
10/9/10	What is a Priest? Brother Jonah Wright, O.S.B.
11/13//10	The Order and Service of Deacon in the Church Owen F. Cummings, D.D.
12/11//10	Priestly Formation Introduction, followed by Seminarians

 

The schedule allows flexibility for those who want to hear the lectures but are unable to spend the entire day at the Abbey.

Sample schedule:

8-8:45	Mass (Optional
8:45-9	Registration
9-9:15	Opening prayers/Introduction
9:15-10:15	First presentation
10:15-10:30	Break
10:30-11:30	Second presentation
11:30-12	Private meditation
12-12:15	Noon prayer
12:15-1:15	Dialogue with speaker
1:15-2:00	Lunch

People are welcome to stay through Vespers (beginning at 5:15 p.m.)

Cost is $50 for the series (four Saturdays) or $15 a session. Student cost is $20 for the series or $5 a session. Books and other optional reading materials are not included in the cost. Presentations take place in the Mount Angel Abbey Library Auditorium. Bring a brown bag lunch or order a box lunch at check in. Beverages and morning snacks are provided.

 

For further information and to preregister, please call Cecile Beckerman, Salem, OR (503) 393-5041.