Tag: Christian imagination

• Online Retreat: The Spiritual Imagination of J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis (October 22-23, 2021)

  J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings and C.S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia are masterpieces of fantasy literature. Since both authors were committed Christians, these writings also are filled with spiritual insights and mystical wisdom. On this retreat we will reflect together on how Tolkien, Lewis, and their 19th-century predecessor, George MacDonald, offer timeless guidance that remains relevant to followers of Christ today.

  This retreat is scheduled as an on-line event. Which means you don’t have to travel to South Carolina to participate!

  Date: October 22-23, 2021
  Time: Friday 7:30 PM – Saturday 3 PM Eastern Time (USA/Canada)
  To register for this online retreat, click here.

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  August 10, 2021

  Christian imagination, CS Lewis, Retreat, Tolkien

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• Two Online Retreat Options for October: Celtic Wisdom and the Spirituality of Tolkien and Lewis!

  Hi friends, just want to make sure everyone is aware of two upcoming retreats I am doing online. If one or both of these topics appeal to you, I hope you’ll join me!

  On October 22 and 23, the Rock Hill Oratory is sponsoring a retreat called “The Wisdom of the Christian Imagination” featuring insights from the writings of J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. I know fantasy isn’t everyone’s cuppa joe, but if you are like me and love to explore the dreamworlds of Narnia and Middle Earth, then please come to this retreat and let’s connect the dots between visionary fiction and contemplative prayer! For more information and to register, click here.

  

  Then on October 30, Contemplative Outreach Atlanta has invited me to lead a day retreat on Celtic spirituality: “At the Edge of Waiting.” Everyone loves the nature mysticism of Celtic Christianity, but did you know there is a deep contemplative wisdom embedded in the stories and prayers of ancient Ireland, Scotland and Wales? Come walk in the footsteps of Saint Brigid, Saint Columba, Saint Kevin, and other spiritual heroes of the past — and discover how their wisdom still speaks to us today. For more information and to register, click here.

  There you go. Hope to see you at one — or both! — of these online events.

  

  July 8, 2021

  Celtic Spirituality, Christian imagination, Online Retreats, Tolkien

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• Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, George MacDonald: Christian Imagination Retreat

  This event has been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It is possible that this event may be offered at a future date or in an online form. Please visit this website again for updated information as it becomes available.

  I’ll be returning to the Monastery of the Holy Spirit in Conyers, GA to lead this special retreat! Hope to see you there…, , ,

  J.R.R. Tolkien, C. S. Lewis, and George MacDonald: the Wisdom of the Christian Imagination
  J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings and C.S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia are masterpieces of fantasy literature. Since both authors were committed Christians, these writings also are filled with spiritual insights and mystical wisdom. On this retreat we will reflect together on how Tolkien, Lewis, and their 19th-century predecessor, George MacDonald, offer timeless guidance that remains relevant to followers of Christ today.

  December 9, 2019

  Christian imagination, Retreat

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