|
|
Sarah Donnelly B.A., M.Div. Retreats - Workshops - Grief Support
Groups - Spiritual Direction - Funerals |
||
|
Contents |
On Retreat with The Rev. Ron Rolheiser, omi Over the past few years Oblate Media and Communications have
released several presentations - using a DVD format - given by Ron Rolheiser,
renowned author, teacher and theologian. The topics of these presentations
are engaging, and seem to “speak” to participants of any age. Due to the amount of information contained in each presentation, these DVD’s are frequently paused, to allow participants the opportunity to reflect on the material presented, respond to questions that invite them to reflect on how this material relates to their own lives, and engage in small group discussion. Each participant is given a detailed handout that summarizes the content of the presentation.
Ronald Rolheiser, a Roman
Catholic priest and member of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate
(OMI), is president of the Oblate School of Theology in San Antonio, Texas. He
is a community-builder, lecturer and writer. His books are popular throughout
the English-speaking world and his weekly column is carried by more than
sixty newspapers worldwide. The Passion of Christ Through Scripture and examples from ordinary life, Ron Rolheiser gives new understanding and encouragement in how we can give not only our life to the world but how we can also give our death to the world. Often when we think of “the passion” we think of Christ’s physical suffering and death but in the Agony of the Garden, the Gospels do not emphasize Jesus’ physical sufferings. Rather, the Gospel writers want us to understand (archetypally) “Jesus the lover,” who undergoes moral and emotional sufferings without resentment or bitterness. God’s strength comes to us when we are exhausted and open to being transformed. This retreat is offered in two parts, each session lasting 2
hours. In the past churches have offered this retreat as a one-day event,
10am – 3pm. The DVD is paused throughout the presentation to give
participants the opportunity to reflect on the presentation. Participants
have found both The Cross of Christ
and The Passion of Christ DVDs to
be extremely powerful, thought-provoking and for some, life-changing. I most appreciated the gathering, common prayer, the sense of
community, and the insights and wisdom of Fr. Ron. Thank you Sarah so much
for leading us today. You have a real gift of leadership and were able to
make us feel welcomed, engaged while providing guidance and keeping us on
track. Linda Furlot, St. Joseph’s
Catholic Church, Chemainus BC. March 2011 I most appreciated the video and the discussions that followed.
Well done. Lent is a good time for a retreat such as this. Goldie Gudal, St. Joseph’s
Catholic Church, Chemainus BC. March 2011 I most appreciated Fr. Rolheiser’s wisdom and humour – he’s a
great speaker. Rachel Muller, St. Joseph’s
Catholic Church, Chemainus BC. March 2011 I appreciated Fr. Rolheiser’s wisdom and the DVD content and Sarah’s
warmth and positive nature! Celia Norris, St. Joseph’s
Catholic Church, Chemainus BC. March 2011 I appreciated that this wonderful retreat was offered! I found
this very moving and helpful. Cath McGeragle, St. Joseph’s
Catholic Church, Chemainus BC. March 2011 I most appreciated learning the difference between the words “passivity”
and “passion”. Thank you – your retreats are always enjoyable. Marieta Struthers, Trinity
Church, Port Alberni BC. April 2011 I most appreciated the relaxed ambience. Excellent video with
just enough time for individual input. KL, Trinity Church,
Port Alberni BC. April 2011 I appreciated the calm leadership and DVD – easily understood. The Rev. George Pell, Trinity
Church, Port Alberni BC. April 2011 Direct and common sense theology! Tom Stoke, Trinity Church,
Port Alberni BC. April 2011 |
