THE LECTIONARY AT LUNCH
Preachers and perspective preachers gather to reflect on the Common Lectionary Scriptures for the coming week. Folks may bring their lunch to the gatherings. Certificates are available for those who attend a certain number of meetings a semester.
Free. Wednesdays beginning 2/3/10 NOON-1:15 PM Stewart Lounge
Stories of Creation (Hybrid)
Presenter:
Mark Brummit, Ph.D.
Credit: 4 CEU’s; Students must attend class on Feb. 10, Feb. 24, Mar. 10, Mar. 31, Apr. 14 and Apr. 28.
Date: Wednesdays, Jan. 27–May 14 Time: 6–8:45 p.m. Location: CRCDS, Rm. 210 Cost: $450
The Gene E. Bartlett Preaching Conference Unless otherwise noted, programs are held at Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School, 1100 South Goodman, Rochester NY 14620.
General Theme: The Jazz of Preaching
Lecture I: Tuesday, March 9, 2 -3:30 p.m. Getting a Jazz Attitude about Sermon Preparation
Lecture II: Tuesday, March 9, 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Bringing the Word in a Jazzy Kind of Way
Community Worship: Wednesday, March 10, 11:20 a.m.
Location: The Samuel Colgate Memorial Chapel
Presenter:
Kirk Byron Jones, PH.D., D.MIN., M.PHIL., M.DIV., is a graduate of Loyola University, Andover NewtonTheological School, and holds a Doctor of Ministry degree from Emory University and a Doctor of Philosophy degree from Drew University. Currently a professor of ethics and preaching at Andover Newton Theological School, Dr. Jones serves as guest preacher and teacher at churches, schools and conferences throughout the United States. Dr. Jones is the author of several best-selling books including Rest in the Storm: Self-Care Strategies for Clergy and Other Caregivers, Addicted to Hurry: Spiritual Strategies for Slowing Down, The Jazz of Preaching: How to Preach With Great Freedom and Joy (Abingdon Press),Morning B.R.E.W.: A Divine Power Drink For Your Soul and The Morning B.R.E.W. Journal (Augsburg Books), and Holy Play: The Joyful Adventure of Unleashing Your Divine Purpose (Jossey-Bass).
Archbishop Oscar Romero: A Man Who Revealed the Glory of God Date: Wednesday, March 17 Time: 12:30 p.m. Location: CRCDS, Remington Lounge, Rm. 112 Cost: FREE
March 24, 2010 will mark the thirtieth anniversary of the assassination of the Archbishop of El Salvador who lived and died for his people. As an icon Christian discipleship, Archbishop Romero has much to teach contemporary disciples of Jesus Christ. We will celebrate this anniversary of his martyrdom exploring the path Romero took to become an authentic human being and an intimate friend of God.
Presenter: Damian Zynda, PH.D.
Eastertime Lessons & Carols
Date: Thursday, April 8 Time: 7 p.m. Location: CRCDS, The Samuel Colgate Memorial Chapel Cost: $20Most people connect Lessons and Carols with the Advent/ Christmas season. Those who have experienced it know that it’s a prayerful reflection of the season, with Scripture, hymns, and prayers. That format has been adapted by “Women of the Well” to tell the stories of some women leaders of the early Church, at the very dawn of Christianity. Each section consists of a Scripture passage focusing on a woman leader, the woman telling her story, a hymn and a prayer to the risen Christ. Liturgical dance is also featured, where appropriate.
Come and encounter Joanna, Mary of Magdala, Dorcas (or Tabitha), Lydia, and Mary the mother of Jesus at Pentecost. Also, overhear a conversation between Prisca and Phoebe, two outstanding leaders of early Christian communities and two of Paul’s closest friends. Be inspired by the courage and wisdom of each woman. Let them speak to your hearts and experience today. Enter into the music, Scripture, and prayers. Who knows what wisdom will be gained?
The Stanley I. Stuber Lectureship
Wednesday, April 28, 1:30p.m.—“The Common Word: Imagining A New Way Forward in Times of Crisis”
Thursday , April 29, 9:45a.m.—“The Changing Role of Muslim Women in Religious Leadership”
Presenter:
INGRID MATTSON, PH.D.
Dr. Ingrid Mattson is Director of the Macdonald Center for the Study of Islam and Christian-Muslim Relations, Director of Islamic Chaplaincy and Professor at the Macdonald Center for the Study of Islam and Christian-Muslim Relations at Hartford Seminary in Hartford, CT. Dr. Mattson earned her Ph.D. in Islamic Studies from the University of Chicago in 1999. Her research is focused on Islamic law and society; among her articles are studies on slavery, poverty and Islamic legal theory. Dr. Mattson was born in Canada, where she studied Philosophy at the University of Waterloo, Ontario (B.A.’87). From 1987-1988 she lived in Pakistan where she worked with Afghan refugee women. She was elected vice president in 2001 and president in 2006 of the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA). Dr. Mattson is the first convert to Islam and the first female to lead ISNA.
Ride The Current: Learning to Hear God's Call
Presenter: Sr. Helen Prejean, C.S.J.
Monday May 3, 2010
Two presentations:
1:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Peace of Christ Parish at
St. John the Evangelist Church
553 Humboldt St., Rochester, NY
Join us as Sr. Helen shares her journey beginning with being called to walk with prisoners on Death Row and moving into ministering to the families who have experienced tragic loss because of the actions of these inmates. She will help us reflect on our call and challenge us to be the face of God for each other.
“Now set your sails for a riveting ride. Who knows to what shore God will take you?
If it is not scary and surprising and an adventure all at the same time,
it is not the call of the Gospel of Jesus.”
Sr. Helen Prejean, AMERICA, April 13, 2009
Helen Prejean is a Roman Catholic sister who has become a leading American advocate for the abolition of the death penalty. She now bases her work at the Death Penalty Discourse Network in New Orleans and spends her time giving talks across the United States and around the world.
There will also be a showing of the movie Dead Man Walking based on Prejean’s work on Friday April 30, 2010 from 7-9 PM at St. John the Evangelist Church Hall.
Co-sponsored by Peace of Christ Parish and
The Gene Bennett Program for Life Long Learning
For further information and to sign up, please call
Patty Jachim-Moore at 585 340-9540 585 340-9540 or e-mail lllevents@crcds.edu.
There is no cost for either event, but we recommend that you sign up early.
Contact Information:
Gene Bennett Program for Life Long Learning
CRCDS
1100 South Goodman St
Rochester NY 14620
Patty Jachim-Moore
585-340-9540 585-340-9540
E-mail: lll@crcds.edu
Website address: www.crcds.edu
