Who are the SoulJourners?
Life is a journey to be lived with mind, heart and soul. As we mature in our journey we become storehouses of wisdom and truth, as well as a degree of wealth. The SoulJourners Retreat (formerly the Senior Adult Conference) gives folks who are 55 years plus time together to reflect, grow, befriend, renew and seek God.
2008 Retreat Theme:
“UNITY IN DIVERSITY”
Many forms of diversity exist in our world today. Differences of race, gender, age, religion, ethnicity, and culture can serve to divide peoples. Our challenge as Christians is to honor our diversity while maintaining “the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.” At the SoulJourners’ Conference, we will examine our unity in light of ethnic and religious diversity.
Theme Scripture:
"I therefore, the prisoner in the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, making every effort to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling, one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, who is above all and through all and in all."
-Eph. 4:1-6, NRSV
John Pipe will again bring his musical talents and enthusiasm to lead us in lifting our voices in song and our hearts in praise.
Speakers:
The Rev. Dr. James Peters is the retired senior pastor of New Hope Baptist Church
and serves on the Policy Board of ABCRM, the General Board of ABC-USA, and the Ministers and Missionaries Benefit Board.
While in college and seminary he was involved in the Civil Rights movement and worked with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We look forward to his time with us as he leads us in the biblical exploration of our theme.
Mr. Walt White has had a long involvement in the Muslim world, beginning with study in Beirut, Lebanon, in 1972-73. He is part of the team of Global Consultants of International Ministries. He and his wife, Jeanine, and family lived in Bangladesh from 1977 to 1989, and Thailand from 1989 to 1993. Walt has ongoing involvement in Bangladesh in village development projects.
Daryl J. Walker is Minister of Music at New Hope Baptist Church and a very creative musician who will lead the worship times at the conference.
Come and invite all your friends to be inspired, rejuvenated, supported in your faith journey and renewedfor your Christian walk.
Workshops:
The first Workshop will be a plenary session; participants may choose to attend either of the last two workshops.
Sign-up will take place at the retreat.
1. Dialog among Christians, Jews, and Muslims, moderated by Jim Ryan of Colorado Council of Churches
2. Multi-Cultural Diversity in Worship, led by Daryl J. Walker
3. International Mission/The Changing Face of Mission, led by Walt White
Based on attendees’ comments last year, we have included additional free time in this year’s program.
Last year’s SoulJourners Retreat
For a glimpse of the meaningful experiences of those who have attended past retreats, read their personal accounts in the June issues of the Region’s RMAB newsletter. Check out the Region web site www.abcrm.org.
Location:
The Franciscan Retreat Center at Mount St. Francis provides a quiet, reflective place of beauty for people of all
faiths. It received glowing reviews after last year’s retreat. The charism of the Center is the Franciscan tradition of sharing, hospitality and joyful service. Located in Colorado Springs (see map) the Center, at 6,200 feet elevation, offers 110 acres just 15 minutes from downtown, walking trails, animal life, private chapel, bookstore, an outdoor labyrinth, spiritual direction and massage. Sleeping rooms are located in Francis Place and Marian Hall. If you must avoid stairs, please request a first floor room. The short distance between buildings can be traversed by car or on foot. Come and soak up the Spirit and rest of this location and our challenging program.
Directions to Mt. St. Francis
RV Park: Colorado Heights Camping Resort, 19575 Monument Hill Rd., Monument, CO 719-481-2336
Meals:
Our nutritious meals will be served in the Guest Dining Room at 8 am, noon and 6 pm. Special diets may be
requested.
Registration:
Save $25 by registering before July 16th. Find the fees schedule and details on the attached Registration Form.
Complete the form today and send it with your check to Ken Pinkham, Registrar. AUGUST 15, 2008 IS THE
FINAL DAY REGISTRATIONS CAN BE ACCEPTED.
Click here for the registration form.
All prices include two nights lodging and six meals per person.
Early Registration After July 16
Single Occupancy: $176.00 per person $201.00 per person
Double Occupancy: $146.00 per person $171.00 per person
Triple Occupancy: $133.00 per person $158.00 per person
Day Fee $15.00 Breakfast $9.00 Lunch $11.00 Dinner $13.00
$25.00 registration per person is non-refundable.
Scholarship funds for help with costs of this event are available from the Region's camping scholarship fund.
Bring:
Comfortable clothing and walking shoes
Bible and writing materials
Snack items to share during snack time:
Cookies, fruit, veggies, cake, candy, nuts
Table games to share and play
Arrival and Departure:
Check in on Tuesday, September 16th will begin at 3 pm at Francis Place, the Center’s administration building. The program will begin at 5 pm. Be sure to arrive in time to move into your room, get the lay-of-the-land and greet friends, new and old.
The retreat will close after lunch on Thursday, September 18th.
THIS MATERIAL MAY BE COPIED AND SHARED WITH ANYONE 55 YEARS PLUS.
COME BY THE CAR LOAD, VAN LOAD, BUS LOAD, TRAIN LOAD, CARAVAN—ANY WAY, JUST COME!
QUESTIONS? Contact Registrar, Ken Pinkham at 303-470-1306 or kenpinkham@gmail.com.
Senior adults seeking information about American Baptist retirement communities
in the Rocky Mountain Region are encouraged to go to www.abhomes.net.
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