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Seeking God in the 21st Century Three Year Program in Christian Formation
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Seeking God in the 21st Century is a three-year program that explores:
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The Heart and Depths of the Christian Tradition
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Christianity's Importance in a Post-modern and Pluralistic World
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Spiritual Practice and Formation
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The Radical Call of Christian Discipleship
SG21 provides an in-depth encounter with the Christian tradition and its place in a post-modern and pluralistic world and is intended for all who seek a deeper understanding and awareness of what it means to be Christian in the 21st Century. Each year is a stand-alone offering. We encourage participants to take these courses sequentially |
In 2007-2008 The Center Offers the First & Third Year of SG21
Year One Description
Year Two Description
Year Three Description
Costs
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Year One – Shaking the Foundations: The Emergence of a New Christian Paradigm
A foundational course on the Christian tradition and theology.
Year One will provide an in-depth re-education for those seeking to explore the heart of the Christian tradition, its radical claims on our lives, and the challenging “good news” of the Christian message for the world. We will explore the historical setting of Jesus, the nature and study of the Bible, how concepts of God and Jesus shape our worldview and our understanding of discipleship. An introduction to spiritual practice is part of this program year. This course is a must for every Christian or seeker who wants to look afresh at the riches and depths of the Christian tradition. This class is taught by Dr. Marcus J. Borg and The Rev. Canon Marianne Wells Borg.
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Year One Class Meeting Schedule
Three terms of eight weeks
Tuesday Evenings, 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Trinity Cathedral, The Morrison Room
Co-leaders: Dr. Marcus Borg and Canon Marianne Borg |
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Fall Term 2007
Winter Term 2008
Spring Term 2008 |
October 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13, 20, 27, Dec. 4
January 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 4
March 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 |
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Additional session included in tuition:
- May 16-17, 2008, Lecture Workshop weekend with Jim Finley
Information about costs in Year One.
Download a pdf of the enrollment packet
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Year Three – Circle of Friends: Faces in the Well
This course will build upon experiences and curriculum of Year Two and focus on practice and community.
Year Three will build upon contemplative practices and “sacred conversation” introduced in Year Two. We will continue to explore and integrate our experiences of the presence of God in ourselves, in the everyday, and in community. In this year it is our hope we will come to know the significance and truth of St. Paul’s shimmering words: “And all of us, with unveiled faces, seeing the glory of the Lord as though reflected in a mirror, are being transformed from one degree of glory to another, for this comes the Lord, the Spirit.” Our emphasis this year will be to live our lives, our practice, and our vocation for the common good. Co-led by Canon Marianne Borg, Khadim Chishti, and Jack Kennedy. |
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Year Three Class Meeting Schedule
Three terms of three Saturday sessions
Saturdays, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm (lunch included in tuition)
Trinity Cathedral, The Morrison Room
Co-leaders: Canon Marianne Borg, Khadim Chishti, Jack Kennedy |
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Fall Term 2007
Winter Term 2008
Spring Term 2008
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October 13, November 10, December 8
January 12, February 9, March 8
April 12, May 10, June 7 |
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Additional sessions included in tuition:
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November 2-3, 2007-Enneagram Workshop
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May 16-17, 2008 Lecture Workshop weekend with Jim Finley
Completion of all three years does not qualify one to become a spiritual director but will provide the necessary experience to discern one’s gifts and needed additional steps for practicing spiritual companionship in a formal or informal setting.
Information about costs in Year Three..
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In 2008-2009 The Center Will Offer the First and Second Year of SG21 |
Year Two – Encountering Dangerous Beauty: Transformation for Life
This class will explore more deeply the importance of spiritual and contemplative practices, the art of listening and discernment, and further examine how our perceptions of the world are shaped by our understanding and relationship with God. We will also reflect on the profound relationship between practice and the imperatives of justice and peace. Co-led by The Rev. Canon Marianne Wells Borg, Khadim Chishti, and Jack Kennedy.
Class Meeting Schedule to be announced August 2008.
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Costs
Full Year Fee: $800 paid by October 9, 2007
Per Term: $300 each term. Due dates: Fall term - Oct. 9, 2007,
Winter term - Jan. 29, 2008, Spring term - March 25, 2008.
A limited number of scholarships are available for the program year. Please contact The Center for application process.
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