[amc] Re: Fwd: Seminar on mysticism, empowerment and resistance
- From: "Helen Hopson" <hmhopson@xxxxxxxxx>
- To: "Austin Church" <amc@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Tue, 25 Apr 2006 17:59:59 -0500
I am registered for the entire seminar --and looking forward to seeing
others there. --Helen
On 4/24/06, Nevitt D. Reesor <reesor@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
> Wilson,
> I'm not sure of my schedule at this point, but I would like to attend as
> many sessions as possible. So, no commitments yet, but "let's keep in
> touch."
>
> Nevitt
>
>
> On Apr 24, 2006, at 6:35 PM, Wilson Tan wrote:
>
> Hi all,
>
> To those who plan on attending, do drop me a line. I'm eyeing the Friday
> evening and Sat sessions. Thanks.
>
> Best,
> Wilson
>
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> *From: *Helen Hopson <hmhopson@xxxxxxxxx>
> *Date: *Mon, 24 Apr 2006 17:47:23 -0500
> *To: *Austin Mennonite Church <amc@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> *Subject: *[amc] Fwd: Seminar on mysticism, empowerment and resistance
>
> I don't know if this has already been posted to AMC -- but this looks like
> a thought provoking seminar and very low price. Even so, they have
> scholarships available, too.
> --Helen
>
> Subject: Mysticism, Empowerment & Resistance
>
> " . .three eminent scholars explore the unavoidable link between a
> deep awareness of the holy and an acute sensitivity to human
> injustice."
> This sounds like an interesting seminar, bringing together three
> incredible author/speakers. Registration is $30.
>
> Mysticism, Empowerment & Resistance
> May 18 - 20 in Austin, Texas
> Marcus Borg, Sister Joan Chittister and John Dominic Crossan will come
> together for a three day FAITHandReason(r) seminar at the First Baptist
> Church of Austin, Texas, titled, MYSTICISM, EMPOWERMENT and
> RESISTANCE.The three eminent scholars explore the unavoidable link
> between a deep awareness of the holy and an acute sensitivity to human
> injustice.
> Dr. Borg is Hundere Distinguished Professor of Religion and Culture at
> Oregon State University. The New York Times has described him as "a
> leading historical Jesus scholar of this generation." He is the author
> of nine books, two of which have become best-sellers, Jesus: A New
> Vision and Meeting Jesus Again for the First Time. Dr. Borg is a
> frequent guest on ABC, NBC and PBS.
> Sister Joan Chittister, Benedictine Sister of Erie, Pennsylvania, is a
> best-selling author and a well-known national and international
> lecturer. She is founder and executive director of Benetvision: A
> Resource and Research Center for Contemporary Spirituality, and past
> presideant of the Conference of American Benedictine Prioresses and the
> Leadership Conference of Women Religious. Sister Joan has been
> recognized by universities and national organizations for her work for
> justice, peace, and equality for women in Church and society.
> Dr. Crossan is Emeritus Professor of Religious Studies at DePaul
> University, and has written 20 books on the historical Jesus in the
> last 30 years, four of which have become national religious best
> sellers. He is a frequent guest on national television, most notably
> ABC, PBS, MSNBC, A&E and currently, The National Geographic Channel.
>
> The seminar schedule is:
> Thursday, May 18, 2006
> 9:15 - 10:15am
> Session One
> Marcus Borg
> "Foundations, Key Terms & Notions"
>
> 10:30 - 11:30am
> Session Two
> Joan Chittister
> "Empowerment & Sprituality"
>
> 11:45 - 12:45pm
> Session Three
> John Dominic Crossan
> "Mysticism: The Violent & Non-Violent"
>
> 2:00 - 3:30pm
> Three Way Conversation with Q&A
>
> Friday, May 19, 2006
> 9:15 - 10:15am
> Session One
> Marcus Borg
> "Mysticism: Empowerment & Resistance in the Bible"
>
> 10:30 - 11:30am
> Session Two
> Joan Chittister
> "Catherine of Siena"
>
> 11:45 - 12:45pm
> Session Three
> John Dominic Crossan
> "Empowerment: The Individual and Community"
>
> 2:00 - 3:30pm
> Three Way Conversations with Q&A
>
> 7:00 - 9:00pm
> Three Way Dialogue:
> "HOW DOES MYSTICISM, EMPOWERMENT & RESISTANCE FIT INTO YOUR VISION OF
> THE FUTURE OF THE CHURCH?"
>
> Saturday, May 20, 2006
> 9:15 - 10:15am
> Session One
> Marcus Borg
> "Mysticism, Empowerment & Resistance Today"
>
> 10:30 - 11:30am
> Session Two
> Joan Chittister
> "Franz Jaegenstter"
>
> 11:45 - 12:45pm
> Session Three
> John Dominic Crossan
> "Resistance: The Negative & the Positive"
>
> 2:00 - 3:30pm
> Three Way Conversation with Q&A, then adjourn.
> --------
> All lectures and sessions will be held at First Baptist Church, 9th
> and Trinity Streets, Austin, Texas. A resource and book store will be
> available as well as book signing opportunities by the authors.
> Cost for the entire three day seminar is $30.00 (Includes all sessions,
> lunch each day and Friday night session). For those unable to attend
> week day sessions, you may also attend the Friday night session and the
> Saturday sessions for $20.00. Donations are accepted for seminar
> scholarships.
>
> To register please call, 800-882-7424, email
> dykesfoundation@xxxxxxxxxxxxx, or Register Online.
>
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