Saturday, September 30, 2006

Retreat Brother Dan

NOVEMBER 17-19, 2006 - Living in the Desert- Moments of Solitude and Silence.

Using the Writings of Trappist Monk Thomas Merton, the retreat will be led by Rev. Dan Phillips at the Mount Saint Joseph Conference and Retreat Center in Maple Mount, Kentucky. Phillips, is editor of Thomas Merton, Monk and Poet.

For more information please contact: Kathy McCarty, 270-229-0200, ext.413 or kmccarty@maplemount.org, Retreat fees: Resident: $150 includes room for Friday and Saturday night and all meals. Commuters: $105 includes all meals. Deposit: A $25 nonrefundable deposit is due with registration. Go to

ABOUT THIS RETREAT

This retreat is for persons who have a passion for knowledge of the life and works of Thomas Merton. Using New Seeds of Contemplation, Thoughts in Solitude, and the Journals of Thomas Merton, we will study solitude and silence. With Thomas Merton as our guide, we will discover in our own lives God's ability to touch our lives in unique ways. We will study how to hear God's voice as he speaks to us. We will sense his presence in a variety of ways.

This retreat contains practical guidelines for developing an effective spiritual life. Through personal stories, practical tips on spirituality, and ways of making the most of a spiritual retreat, Rev. Dan Phillips (Brother Dan) takes you on a spiritual journey that will not only lead you by the still waters but give you strength to challenge the mountaintops of life.

Dan Kenneth Phillips has over 20 years of pastoral experience and is a frequent retreat leader on issues of Spiritual Development. For many years he taught a course on "How to Develop Your Spiritual Life" at religious conference centers around the country. As a writer, his publications have been printed in over two dozen periodicals, literary journals, and newspapers.

He has spent over 30 years studying the life of Thomas Merton, a catholic monk who lived at the Abbey of Gethsemani in Trappist, Kentucky. His website for Merton, Thomas Merton-Monk and Poet, is a primary target for persons interested in the spiritual life of Thomas Merton.

Another of his websites, How to Develop A Spiritual Journal is frequently used in universities and churches as an example of the importance of keeping track of God's movement in one's life. His daily web journal Monastic Skete is read by hundreds of persons each week.

Brother Alban Herberger Eulogy

I found an unusual website dedicated to Brother Alban. It is composed of two web stories. One is the eulogy of Brother Alban and the other is about his funeral. Both bring remarkable insights into his life. He will be missed!

Friday, September 29, 2006

Latest Thomas Merton Books

Fall Greetings and Blessings to all. I am listing four new books that have just come out.I would love to have orders from each of you and would be grateful if you could forward this email to your friends and others who you think may be interested. By James Martin, SJ.....paperback $10.00 (available now) By meditating on personal examples from the author's life, as well as reflecting on the inspirational life and writings of Thomas Merton, stories from the Gospels, as well as the lives of other holy men and women (among them, Henri Nouwen, Therese of Lisieux and Pope John XXIII) the reader will see how becoming who you are, and becoming the person that God created, is a simple path to happiness, peace of mind and even sanctity.

Edited by Christine M Bochen and William H. Shannon.....paperback $16.00
(Available by mid-October)
Published in book form for the first time, Thomas Merton’s Cold War Letters is a collection of 111 letters to friends, peace activists, artists, and intellectuals, written between October 1961 and October 1962 at the height of Cold War tensions.
Originally distributed in mimeographed form (after he was forbidden to publish his thoughts on peace), the letters reflect Merton’s prophetic insight into the
crisis of his time. As the world seemed to tumble toward Apocalypse, Merton sought in these letters—uncannily relevant for today—to create a community of concern that might raise a moral counterweight to the forces of fear and destruction.

By William Apel.....paperback $19.00 (Available now. Merton’s letters to interfaith friends illuminate the great challenge of dialogue and communion.
During the last decade of his life, Thomas Merton corresponded with numerous people around the globe about world religions and the need for interfaith understanding. Initiating contact with figures like Zen scholar D.T. Suzuki, Thich Nhat Hanh, and Rabbi Abraham Heschel, he sought not only to expand his understanding of other faiths, but to find like-minded friends who might share his dream of a global
community of the spirit. Such people, whom he called living “sacraments” or signs of peace, were those "able to unite in themselves and experience in their
own lives all that is best and most true in the numerous spiritual traditions

By James Harford.....HB $35.95 (Available late October)
A triple biography, told largely through their correspondence, of 3 college friends who ultimately went on to literary fame--religious writer Thomas Merton, minimalist poet Robert Lax, and author/photographer/magazine publisher Edward Rice.

Thomas Merton, Robert Lax, and Edward Rice were college buddies who became life-long friends, literary innovators, and spiritual iconoclasts. Their friendship and collaboration began at Columbia College in the 1930s and reached its climax in the widely acclaimed magazine, which ran from 1953 to 1967, a year before Merton's death.. Rice was founder, publisher, editor, and art director; Merton and Lax
two of his steadiest collaborators. Well-known on campus for their high spirits, avant-garde appreciation of jazz and Joyce, and indiscriminate love of movies, they also shared their Catholic faith. Rice, a cradle Catholic, was godfather to both Merton and Lax. Shipping: $2.50 for one book, $3.00 for two books,$4.00 for three books.

Order all four books and get free shipping.Visa, Mastercard, American Express, checks drawn on US banks,
or an International Money Order in US Funds accepted.(For credit card orders I will need the card numbers, the expiration date, and the last three numbers
printed on the back of the card. If you have orderedfrom me in the past six months, I will still have a record of your card numbers

Thanks so much
Jeannette Cantrell, Director
Thomas Merton Books at
Bardstown Art Gallery
214 W Stephen Foster Ave
Bardstown, KY 40004
502-348-6488
www.thomasmertonbooks.com
www.bardstownartgallery.com

Monday, September 25, 2006

Journeying

I am preparing for a journey again. I am re-reading portions of the Intimate Merton with the goal of using Merton's Journals in a preparation for the retreat I am leading in November.

For instance, "His literary gift is to inspire readers to identify with him," says Jonathan Montaldo and Patrick Hart. Or "He wrote journals as a spiritual discipline: he kept "vigil" through making a journal until a pattern of experience would unforld into a momentary epiphany, i.e. sparks of truth, recurring flashes of reality - led him further in the direction shown him and to which he was called."

Glenn Hinson, when asked what the secret of Merton's gift of communication was, said, "He speaks to my condition." Yes, what a gift - our condition.Through journals God was mastering him. Can he do likewise for us. Check out my Developing a Spiritual Journal. Have you started your journal yet?

Friday, September 22, 2006

Living In the Desert - Thomas Merton Retreat Nov.17-19, 2006

NOVEMBER 17-19, 2006 - Living in the Desert- Moments of Solitude and Silence Using the Writings of Trappist Monk Thomas Merton led by Reverend Dan Phillips Mount Saint Joseph Conference and Retreat Center, Maple Mount, Kentucky.

Retreat will be led by Rev. Dan Kenneth Phillips, editor of Thomas Merton, Monk and Poet, website. For more information please contact: Kathy McCarty, 270-229-0200, ext.413 or kmccarty@maplemount.org, Retreat fees: Resident: $150 includes room for Friday and Saturday night and all meals. Commuters: $105 includes all meals. Deposit: A $25 nonrefundable deposit is due with registration.

ABOUT THIS RETREAT

This retreat is for persons who have a passion for knowledge of the life and works of Thomas Merton. Using New Seeds of Contemplation, Thoughts in Solitude, and the Journals of Thomas Merton, we will study solitude and silence. With Thomas Merton as our guide, we will discover in our own lives God's ability to touch our lives. We will study how to hear God's voice as he speaks to us. We will sense his presence in a variety of ways.

This retreat contains practical guidelines for developing an effective spiritual life. Through personal stories, practical tips on spirituality, and ways of making the most of a spiritual retreat, Rev. Dan Phillips (Brother Dan) takes you on a spiritual journey that will not only lead you by the still waters but give you strength to challenge the mountaintops of life.

Dan Kenneth Phillips has over 20 years of pastoral experience and is a frequent retreat leader on issues of Spiritual Development. For many years he taught a course on "How to Develop Your Spiritual Life" at religious conference centers around the country. As a writer, his publications have been printed in over two dozen periodicals, literary journals, and newspapers.

He has spent over 30 years studying the life of Thomas Merton, a catholic monk who lived at the Abbey of Gethsemani in Trappist, Kentucky. His website for Merton, Thomas Merton-Monk and Poet, is a primary target for persons interested in the spiritual life of Thomas Merton.

Another of his websites, How to Develop A Spiritual Journal, is frequently used in universities and churches as an example of the importance of keeping track of God's movement in one's life. His daily web journal Monastic Skete is read by hundreds of persons each week. He is presently chaplain at a hospital in Nashville, Tennessee.

Death of a Trappist - Bro. Alban

Many of us loved Brother Alban. Many times he was at the main desk greeting us in his wheelchair as we began retreats at Gethsemani.

Steve T. gives these words related to Brother Alban's Death:

"Br. Alban died and his body rests in the church. Around the clock one of the monks will be with his body, reciting psalms, until the burial tomorrow. Fr. James told me Alban had MS for over thirty years. Thirty years is a long time to tolerate a wasting disease. Many people knew him, and the funeral will likely be packed.

It was beautiful to see the monks in choir, and Br. Alban's body, in his cowl, layed in the aisle. There is a great deal of dignity in that. In life, as in death, he was a trappist. At his head is the crucifix, at his feet the paschal candle. On the floor a tasteful arrangement of flowers. He is not forgotten amongst the monks, and his physical presence in the church drove that point home.

The whole thing speaks of loving care, and makes me feel the presence of those who suffer and die alone. They do not have loving care. It causes me to ask myself what can I do to help with the loneliness and suffering? People lay in hospitals, in nursing homes, in their own homes, and they are alone. It must feel like the whole world has forgotten you.

The problem is just too big. There are too many lonely people, forgotten people, discarded people. How do we respond to this?"

How did Brother Alban touch your life?

ITMS Fall 2006 Newsletter

This is the latest newsletter from the ITMS Newsletter.

Tuesday, September 19, 2006

Gratefulness

I have discovered David Steindl-Rast. What a treat, a blessing for the day !!

Brother David Steindl-Rast, O.S..B was born July 12, 1926, in Vienna, Austria, where he studied art, anthropology, and psychology. After receiving a Ph.D. from the University of Vienna in 1952, he followed his family to the U.S.

In 1953 he joined the newly founded Benedictine monastery in the Finger Lakes area of New York State, Mount Saviour, of which he is now a senior member. After 12 years of monastic training and studies in philosophy and theology, Brother David was sent by his abbot to participate in Buddhist-Christian dialogue. His Zen teachers were Hakkuun Yasutani Roshi, Soen Nakagawa Roshi, Shunryu Suzuki Roshi and Eido Shimano Roshi. Together with Thomas Merton, Brother David contributed to the renewal of religious life, especially through the House of Prayer movement.

For decades, Brother David divided his time between periods of a hermit's life and extensive lecture tours. His audiences have included starving students in Zaire and faculty at Harvard and Columbia, Buddhist monks and Sufi retreatants, New Age commune residents and naval cadets, Green Berets and participants at international peace conferences.

He has contributed to books and periodicals from the Encyclopedia Americana to the New Age Journal. He authored "Gratefulness, the Heart of Prayer" and "A Listening Heart," both of which have been reprinted and anthologized for well over a decade.
Brother David co-authored "Belonging to the Universe," with physicist, Fritjof Capra, and "The Ground We Share" on Buddhist and Christian practice with Robert Aitken Roshi. His most recent book is "The Music of Silence," co-written with Sharon Lebell, and his website is Gratefulness.org.

Thomas Merton and the Wisdom of Nonviolence

This is John Dear and his Hiroshima Speech, featuring an entire speech about non-violence using the works of Thomas Merton.

New Camaldoli Monastery


New Camaldoli Monastery
Originally uploaded by brotherdan44.

"Sit in your cell as in paradise. Put the world behind you and forget it. Watch your thoughts like a good fisherman watching for fish." (Rule for Camaldolese Monks)
I took this picture on the side of the mountain beside the monastery on my recent trip to Big Sur. I like the quote above. A good rule for life for all of us.

New Camaldoli Monastery - A Private Retreat


New camaldoli monastery
Originally uploaded by brotherdan44.


Recently, on our vacation trip through Big Sur, we went to the New Calmaldi Monastery in Big Sur. What beautiful scenery. I went to the chapel and said a prayer, ventured through the bookstore, seeing titles by Thomas Merton, Bebe Griffiths, and audio tapes by by Sister Jose Hobday. I never saw another person, although I heard faint murmurings in the background. I especially liked the chapel. Recently I found this article about a retreat that Augusto Andres took there. It is very good. Maybe someday I can make a retreat there.

For more information about New Calmaldoli go here. There are only THREE of these monasteries in the United States.

Monday, September 18, 2006

Purpose

"The monastic life by its nature should open out into a greater solitude with more attention given to prayer, meditation, study, and the real business of the monk which is to seek God alone." (Thomas Merton, Christmas Letter from Abbey of Gethsemani 1965)

Sunday, September 17, 2006

Recollection Day

Spent most of Saturday at Henry Horton State Park near home as a day of
recollection. Weather was nice, although by afternoon temperature was
high 80s. Read most from Andrew Bonar's book, especially recognizing the
importance of prayer in his life. Just the quiet, a soft breeze, my
journal, and being with another contemplative friend was nice. And yes,
the great buffet hurt the fasting. A good time with the Lord.

Friday, September 15, 2006

Contemplative Prayer

One of the most important things I have ever discovered is what I call the Process of Spiritual Growth. I have a copy in my Bible and often glance at it as I study my Bible. Why not try it!

Wednesday, September 13, 2006

What to say?

Do you ever feel like you don't know what to say? Maybe it is just as important to say nothing sometimes. But, BEING QUIET? Surely not, the world is waiting for my next words. Who are we kidding. Or maybe it is the other way around. We don't say something when we should say something. I remember a time I was part of a church that had just fired their pastor. The chairman of deacons suggested "lets all hold hands and thank the Lord for his leadership." I remember when that happened that I got up and walked out of the room. It did not set well with the brethren, but there are times we can say a lot by saying nothing. You think about that !

THOMAS MERTON - PROPHET OF RENEWAL

From: Patrick Collins
Date: Wed, 13 Sep 2006 05:52:04 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: Words of Merton

Today I read Lawrence Cunningham's review of John Eudes Bamberger's recently published memoir about Merton: "Thomas Merton: Prophet of Renewal." C. points out that Merton was largely responsible for shifting monastic formation from its emphasis on ascetics and penace toward contemplative practices which would open monks to "purity of heart." I gather that is what Merton is writing about in the
quotation circulated this morning by Wayne. Quite True and Beautiful - in my own experience here in my "wilderness" in my Hermitage Nova Vita along Lake Michigan in Douglas, Michigan.

Patrick

WAYNE BURNS QUOTE OF MERTON TODAY:

"The monastic life is neither worldly nor unworldly. It is not artificially 'otherworldly.' It is merely intended to be liberated and simple. The purpose of monastic detachment -- which demands genuine sacrifice -- is simply to leave the monk unencumbered, free to move, in possession of his spiritual senses and of his right mind, capable of living a charismatic life in freedom of spirit. To love, one must be free, and while the apostolic life implies one mode of freedom in the world, the monastic life has its own freedom which is that of the wilderness."

(CONTEMPLATION IN A WORLD OF ACTION, page 25)

Tuesday, September 12, 2006

Closure

I went to a funeral today for a friend of mine who died while riding his bicycle on Saturday. He was the perfect picture of health. He was about my age. Later I helped plan the funeral service for my friend which will be held on Friday. And I prayed for a special friend who is struggling with direction in her life. "Lord hear our prayer." Blessed be the name of the Lord.

Monday, September 11, 2006

ON BIRTH AND DEATH AND BLESSINGS !

While I was in seminary I had a professor, Dr. Wayne Oates -- who coined the word Workaholic and was an astute pastoral counselor -- who told us, "There will be days when you will go from the bedside of a new born baby to the bedside of someone dying."

This afternoon I rode on the elevator with an excited 2 year old boy who was going to see his newly born baby sister for the first time. I went to his mother Carmen's room. She was the mother of newly born Gracie. We said a prayer of thanksgiving and gave a prayer that the little one would grow up in the admonition of the Lord. It was only after I left Carmen's room that I remembered that 3-4 years ago Carmen was the one who told our daughter about Crosspoint Community Church. Melinda was having a difficult time finding the right church and went to Crosspoint and while she was there she met Mike and became, not a Phillips, but a McReynolds. Isn't it amazing how we touch others lives. What a blessing and a time of thanksgiving.

Tonight I got a call that my friend Howard had died. He was only 57 years old. He had been in and out of the hospital for a couple of months. The prognosis had not been good, but his spirits were always high. He studied faithfully The Purpose Driven Life during his last months. He was an excellent leader and lots of people really loved him and his wife. This morning as I prayed with the family I prayed for courage and strength and a sense of God's presence.

Yes, a day of birth, and dying, and blessings. Blessings for the little one Gracie and special blessings for being a part of Howard's life and his family during this time.

Monday Morning

Overwhelmed !! Came to work early to pray for a lady undergoing serious surgery today, found out one of my doctor friends whom I often ate with, died this weekend suddenly and sat by a dying man's wife whose husband is expected to die today. Also I have a wedding today at 2 p.m. I cry out in prayer for these families.

Prayer: "Lord, keep my lamp burning." ( Ps. 18:28)

Saturday, September 09, 2006

Saturday Thoughts

I did not sleep well last night and have been tired all day. It has been one of those days when I can't get things together. Yesterday I got Andrew Bonar's Diary and Life in the mail, a used copy with meaningful underling by someone. I highly recommend this book. I have been reading randomly in it. It has helped me realize the importance of concentrated praying.

Friday, September 08, 2006

Holy Instruments

"God works most by holy instruments."
(Andrew Bonar)

Wednesday, September 06, 2006

Jen Lemen

So have you been missing Jen Lemen? Try THIS ! Or what about the BLOGFAST BY ANDREW JONES?

And from Prodigal.typepad.com this beautiful prayer/poem.
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It is night

It is night.

The night is for stillness.

Let us be still in the presence of God.

It is night after a long day.

What has been done has been done;

what has not been done has not been done;

let it be.

The night is dark.

Let our fears of the darkness of the world and of our own lives

rest in you.

The night is quiet.

Let the quietness of your peace enfold us,

all who are dear to us,

and all who have no peace.

The night heralds the dawn.

Let us look expectantly to a new day,

new joys,

new possibilities.

In your name we pray

Amen.

(Source – New Zealand Anglican Prayer Book)

Tuesday, September 05, 2006

Busy Day

Going back to work after 3 days off was really busy. "Lord, help in our
busy-ness to see you."

Monday, September 04, 2006

Clinton 12

I received a beautiful email this morning from one of the Clinton 12, Jo Ann Allen Boyce who was in Clinton, Tennessee, last weekend and read my blog about it. What a beautiful read. She said:
Dear Chaplain Dan,

My name is Jo Ann C. Allen Boyce. You may or may not recognize it from hearing it during the recent celebrations in Clinton, TN. I am one of the Clinton 12. Since my return home to California, I have spent the better part of the past week surfing the Internet for any and all information, tidbits, etc that I could find on, what is for me, another life altering experience. I am once again preparing to put together a
scrapbook of these events such as I did in 1956. During my search, I almost passed up your site on the menu. Happily, I did not and was so gratified to read your remarks on the Sunday services held at the First Baptist. Church.

I had remarked to my daughter on Saturday evening, that I didn't think things could get any better. Since our arrival on early Thursday morning, every event held honoring me and my friends and former classmates was more special than the previous, although each event presented some spontaneous activity that will stand out in my heart forever. But then came Sunday! The presence of God could not have been more evident! From all of the choirs glorious renderings, to the congregations community singing, from the ministers prayers and remarks, to the sermon of the day, to Rev. Paul's unforgettable and loving message of hope and love which has always lifted my spirits, to the outpouring of love and appreciation for us, the Clinton 12 and the
feelings of us all, black and white, coming together and celebrating in unity the one and only Master of each and everyone, l it was a day I shall never forget. As Alfred Williams so aptly put it, Reverend Turner is a hero to us 12 students he so courageously walked with along with two other brave men. He was a hero to our
community during those horrific months when we, and all the people of Clinton, lived in fear of the uncertainty of each new day. I know he was a hero to my parents and
family because he dared to take a stand; he not only talked the talk but walked the walk. That this period in our history had such a tragic impact on his life will never be lost to me. I thank God for him always and thank God for his wife and family who had to endure as much hate as we (the Clinton 12 and the black community had to endure before August 27, 1956, during and in the months and years that followed.

That Clinton, which had been and is once again a small, beautiful and peaceful town, was awakened in such a manner was in my view a testimony to God's hand reaching out and giving us all opportunities to make our town, our state, the rest of America, a kinder, more loving, more God filled place to live. That Clinton has responded in such a kind and loving way is testimony that God has touched and reached its' people. My heart is full with the sounds, the sights, the smiles, the hugs, the faces of respect and of joy that we, the Clinton 12 did not experience 50 years ago. ALL PRAISES BE TO GOD AND TO THE SON! Thank you my fellow human beings and children of our Lord.

Since you stayed in the same motel as some of us "12" and other event guest, I found your writings on the early mornning fire that rousted me out of bed a little earlier than I had planned, both amusing and appropo. As some of us stood chatting in small circles, we spoke of what we chose to grab on the way out. For me, the answer to 'what would you choose to take out in a fire" is simple. Because of a stroke six ago, I can no longer skip, hop, jump or run. My daughter and I were on the second floor which meant getting down the stairs as quickly as I could. SO, after pulling on some pants over my pajama bottoms, putting on some socks to cover my feet, I reached for my cane. I never thought about my purse or any other belongings except I did have some concerns about losing all the wonderful gifts we had received during our stay, i.e, the key to the city, the proclamation, a special certificate for being a
student at Green McAdoo Elementary School, and other memotos that mean so much to me! Loss of those items would have been more painful than losing my clothes, shoes, or even my purse. But most importantly, my beauriful daughter was there with me and my friends of more than fifty years and my new friends whom I'd just met during all the celebrations. So instead of fretting about the fire, I had a chance to talk with a
young woman who was blind and had been in the last graduating class of Green McAdoo Elementary School in 1965. We held hands and talked and hearing her story reminded me of how incredible my life has been (and by the Grace of God) will continue to be. And so, the Sunday morning fire was just another wake up call to remind us of God's
goodness and mercy. All the glory goes to him for our incredible week-end. GOD IS GREAT! GOD IS GOOD!

Thank you for a most enjoyable read.

Sincerely,

Jo Ann Allen Boyce

Clinton Previously

Andrew A. Bonar

One of my Sunday School class members was excited Sunday morning by a book she had found of her mothers titled, "Dairy and Life of Andrew A. Bonar." Her Mother was Mary Phipps and I have written about her previously. She was a very religious person and Mimi discovered that she had 3 books by her bedside; the Andrew Bonar Diary, the Book of Common Prayer, and the Bible. Mimi had spent all of Friday reading the notes in the Bonar Diary written by her Mother. It had been a moving experience for her.

So, I ordered the book yesterday. Sounds interesting.

Killone Abbey


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Originally uploaded by adcreech.
Alan Creech is on a tour of Ireland for several days. Be sure to read his blog and keep up with his journey.

Saturday, September 02, 2006

Anonymous Users

I am removing the anonymous users for a while. I feel that the same person is doing all of the anonymous users quotes. I will be glad to use anonymous users but please leave a name or an email address. Until THEN, you will have to get a blogger account to leave a comment.

Merton Conference - Oct.13, 2006-Alberta


MERTON CONFERENCE SCHEDULED OCTOBER 13 & 14, 2006 IN EDMONTON, ALBERTA

CALL FOR PAPERS / PRESENTATIONS

DEADLINE FOR PROPOSALS IS SEPTEMBER 15TH, 2006.

The Thomas Merton Society of Canada and the Chester Ronning Centre for
the Study of Religion and Public Life invite proposals for papers,
workshops and creative presentations for a conference Saturday, October
14th, 2006, at the Augustana campus of the University of Alberta, 4901
- 46th Avenue, Camrose, Alberta, about one hour from Edmonton.

The conference will open the evening before, October 13th, with a
keynote address from Jim Forest. The theme of the conference—Climate
of Fear / Commitment to Peace—has been chosen in response to
recognition of the truth of Thomas Merton's statement that "the root of
war is fear."

We solicit proposals, either in 45-minute or 90-minute format, which
will provide conference participants with an opportunity to engage ways
of dealing in a spiritual way with the many fears which presently
afflict our society: fears of terrorism, nuclear weapons, global
warming, the depletion of natural resources, the rending of the social
fabric, and so on.

In the preparation of these proposals, we particularly encourage
potential presenters to explore and make creative use of the writings
and thought of Thomas Merton.

Proposals should be no more than 250 words, accompanied by a short
biographical profile, and may be submitted electronically to Judith
Hardcastle, Program Director of the Thomas Merton Society of Canada
or to David J. Goa, Director of the Chester Ronning Centre for the
Study of Religion and Public Life.

e-mail: judithhardcastle@telus.net
e-mail: david.goa@augustana.ca

For further information, please contact:

- David Goa at 780-679-1104
- Judith Hardcastle at 604-669-2546

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