 September
11 Quiet Half -Day Remembrance
First Christian Church Atlanta
4532 LaVista Road, Tucker, Georgia 30084
Saturday, September 11, 2010
10AM to 1 PM
Join us in the sanctuary of First Christian Church
Atlanta (FCCA) as we remember September 11, 2001. You are invited to set
aside time for quiet retreat this day in order to reflect, pray, honor
those who died, and ponder in silent prayer. We welcome you to
contemplate the themes of loss, grief, anger, reconciliation,
forgiveness, and peace that this tragedy continues to evoke in us.
This quiet, half-day event will feature brief remembrances and
commentaries at the beginning of each hour.
10 AM: Welcome, Opening Prayer, and Poetry
Reading with Rev. Phil Foster, Associate Minister for Spiritual
Development, FCCA
11 AM: “Cows For America” storytelling with
Rev. Kris Branaman, Senior Co-Pastor, FCCA
12 PM: Reflections with author Carl McColman
1PM: Closing Prayer Circle with Rev. Foster
The hourly reflections will be followed by silent time
for meditation and prayer. Stations for reflection and prayer will be
located through out the sanctuary.
You may attend all or part of the half-day quiet
retreat. ALL faiths are welcome. For further information, please contact
Rev. Kris Branaman (770-939-4358) or Rev. Phil Foster (404-314-8325). We
look forward in creating and sharing this sacred space with you.
First Christian Church Atlanta
4532 LaVista Road, Tucker, Georgia 30084
Friday, October 1 through Sunday, October 3, 2010
Featured Presenter: Carl McColman, author
of The Big Book of Christian Mysticism: The Essential Guide to
Contemplative Spirituality. He is also a popular blogger who writes
about Christian spirituality and mysticism at
www.anamchara.com.
Friday, October 1, 7-9PM: “What Is Christian Mysticism and Why Should
I Care?” Throughout the Christian centuries people
have experienced transformation and meaning through a profound
relationship with God in Christ. Such persons have been called “mystics”
and their teaching, “mysticism.” Can ancient spirituality still be
relevant to Christians in the third millennium? Carl will trace the
underlying stream of mysticism in the Christian tradition, reflecting on
how this wisdom can strengthen our faith — and transform our lives —
today. (Reception follows).
Saturday, October 2: 9:30 AM-4:00 PM: “Introduction To Contemplative
Spirituality.” “Be still and know that I am God” (Ps.
46:10). The central gift of Christian spiritual practice is
contemplative prayer, characterized by silence. Unlike meditation forms
based on self-awareness, Christian contemplation emphasizes
relationship — fostering a more intimate relationship with God. A
morning talk on contemplation will include a response/dialogue with a
panel. Guest panelists include:
Rocky Thomas is a pediatric nurse
practitioner, a Roman Catholic laywoman, and a lay associate of the
Monastery of the Holy Spirit in Conyers, Georgia. Rev. Dr. Stan
Saunders is a Professor at Columbia Seminary in Decatur,
Georgia. He holds a PhD in New Testament from Princeton University.
Daphne Reiley is Director of Caregiver Spiritual Support at
First Christian Church Decatur. She is a candidate for lay ministry
ordination in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Georgia and
holds Certification in Spiritual Formation from Columbia Seminary.
Moderator: Rev. Phil Foster, LPC, Associate Minister for
Spiritual Development, First Christian Church Atlanta.
The afternoon session will have small group interaction
and shared contemplative practice. Participants are encouraged to wear
comfortable clothing. Bring a Bible and notebook or journal. (Lunch is
“on your own.” Book signing follows the afternoon workshop).
Sunday, October 3: 11 AM: World Communion Sunday Worship
with the combined Contemporary, Traditional, and Zo
Christian celebrants of FCCA. Special Guests: Rev. Dr. Ray Miles,
Regional Minister, Christian Church (DOC) in Georgia; TBA.
2PM: Special Dance Presentation by Zo First
Christian Church.
7PM: Evening Prayer Service Candle-lit communion
worship with chant, song, and prayer
Fees with Pre-Registration
(Registration closes Wednesday, September 29)
Fri/Sat: $50 (students $25); Fri PM ONLY: $10
(students – free)
Walk up Registration
Fri/Sat: $65 (students $35); Fri PM ONLY: $20
(students $10)
For registration call 770-939-4358.
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