presented by Sustained in collaboration with New Leaf
Integration: Christ in the Everyday is a workshop presenting a framework for bringing our multi-dimensional human experiences into formal theological reflection. What encounters might occur as we seek God’s presence in our internal worlds, our interpersonal relationships, our institutional affiliations, and our political, cultural, and ecological environments?
Do you/your community find yourselves unsure of the way forward? Do you find yourself struggling to connect abstract theological ideas to everyday life? Are your theological perspectives or spiritual practices breaking down?
Broadly speaking, integration is the practice of bringing different parts into a peaceful relationship with one another, allowing difference and distinction to co-exist and dialogue together within a greater whole. An integrative approach to theology navigates the conflict and uncertainty that arise between our pre-existing or inherited theological commitments and the new perspectives and experiences we encounter.
Drawing on insights from neuroscience, psychology, and other social sciences, Beth Anne will offer an approach to theological reflection that brings our full human experience into dialogue with God, Scripture, and our inherited traditions.
In this workshop we will discuss three core needs of each human, explore four realms of human experience, and utilize contemplative stillness with the goal of expanding our capacity to encounter God and navigate the inevitable tensions and challenges of leadership.
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Please note that the original dates offered in October have been moved to November
The same 2 hr workshop is offered two times (choose one):
Option 1: Monday, November 20, noon-2 pm (Eastern), 11 am -1 pm Central, 10 am-noon Mountain, 9 am - 11 am Pacific
Option 2: Thursday, November 23, 8 pm- 10 pm (Eastern), 7 - 9 pm Central, 6 - 8 pm Mountain, 5-7 pm Pacific
Cost: $45