Events Calendar 2010
Last Updated (Thursday, 05 August 2010 22:21)
Coming Events of InterestEdmund Rice Network 2010 - 2011
ZAMBIA
A 2-month Final Profession Preparation Discernment, Jan-Mar and Oct-Nov 2011
Offered by the ISC (International Spirituality Centre) in Lusaka, Zambia. The ISC is run by the Christian Brothers in collaboration with the Presentation Sisters.
The Final Profession Preparation Discernment is designed to meet the needs of religious women and men who are approaching the time for making a lifelong commitment within their Congregations, both those who are in discernment and those who have already been accepted for Final Profession.
The programme offers an opportunity to re-explore key aspects of Consecrated Life in depth, to encounter alternative creative approaches tuned towards the future in which they will live, and to test and/or deepen their readiness for lifelong commitment by developing their critical self-awareness, overhauling their attitudes, enhancing their personal skills, reviewing & renewing their practice – and to do all this in mutual support with others, both men and women, mainly African, in the same situation.
Participants are encouraged, and given the opportunity and necessary discretion-time, to lead a balanced and integrated lifestyle, giving due attention to exercise & rest, work & play, reflective solitude & social interaction, prayer & activity, contemplation & celebration, applying the mind & relaxing, routine & surprise, seriousness & fun, being & doing.
The programme is led by members of the ISC Team, currently: Sue McGregor pbvm, Ignatius Chincotta cfc, and Milton Lawrence cfc. Other resource people are selected from committed & experienced Religious, Priests, & Laity having an understanding of Religious Life.
The 2010 programme was fully booked long before it began, so interested applicants are advised to book early. In response to the need, the ISC Team will be running the programme twice in 2011: from late January to mid-March, and for the months of October/November.
For a detailed e-brochure, contact:
Nano Nagle House, ISC, PO Box 310300, Chelston, Lusaka, Zambia
tel: +260 1 283 292, or else: +260 1 283 501 – fax: +260 1 283 503
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ZAMBIA
SEARCHINGS, a 10-week regenerating experience (15 May – 23 July 2011)
offered to Sisters and Brothers who have been finally professed from 5 to 10 years
A TIME FOR INVESTING IN A NEW AND DEEPER SPIRITUAL NATURE.
With the help of the resident staff and external facilitators we will be engaged in exploring the great questions: ‘Who are You?’ and ‘Who am I?’ Our prayer will be that of St Augustine: “Lord, grant that I may know You and that I may know myself”.
In our search we will be accompanied by fellow explorers of different nationalities and ethnicities. We will be searching for God and our real selves in the Scriptures, within ourselves, in our environment, in our fellow human beings, in nature, in art, in wonder and bewilderment, in the story of the Cosmos.
We will seek unity in diversity, striving to overcome the obstacles which separate us whether they be national, racial, social, religious or cultural prejudices. We will try to respond to the call to become leaders as true disciples of Jesus.
In the process we will attempt to grow as a community of hope characterized by a love that struggles to cast out fear and all things that prevent us from becoming what we are created to be, namely, beloved daughters and sons of God.
Highly recommended for anyone preparing for leadership.
Venue: ISC (International Spirituality Centre), Lusaka
Further details on request, preferably by e-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
SOUTH AFRICA
Creation and Reconciliation, 23 September – 5 October 2010
Creation and Reconciliation, South Africa’s gift to a divided world.
A 2-week intensive programme for educators and administrators in Catholic education, at the Catholic Bible College in Johannesburg, South Africa.
A unique opportunity…
+ to meet people who have made history - and who continue to do so
+ to study creation, evolution, and eco-justice in the Cradle of Humankind
+ to have first hand experience of the profound transforming effect of reconciliation
+ to discover the possibilities of reconciliation with Planet Earth
+ to explore what this could mean for your home situation.
Five two-day segments, each including
+ input by people who were there, and people who are at the forefront of research
+ excursions to places of significance in and around Johannesburg and Soweto
+ Biblical and theological reflection
+ a range of individual and group processes.
Presenters include people who were involved in the Struggle and in the social transformation of South Africa, together with scientists, theologians, and educators with expertise in geology, human origins, biblical studies, and science and religious education.
For detailed e-brochure and application-form, contact:
either the Programme Co-ordinator in Australia, Miss Beth McDonnell, at
51 Carrara Street, Mt Gravatt Q 4122, Australia
tel: 07 3343 6565
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or Brother Kevin McDonnell, at
Catholic Bible College, PO Box 1954, Rosettenville 2130, South Africa
tel: +27 11 435 7997 – fax: +27 11 – 436 1317
e-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
website: www.catholicbiblecollege.co.za
AUSTRALIA
For other retreats, workshops and events at Glenburn please contact us or go to website address below.
People are also welcome to come and stay for some days to relax in the beautiful natural surroundings, enjoy the excellent library etc.
See website: www.edmundrice.org/glenburn
IRELAND
Wicklow
The Dominican Ecology Centre in Wicklow was completed in the summer of 2005 and is based in Wicklow Town, beside our Organic Farm. We aim to promote a holistic and sustainable way of life.
We offer a variety of courses including the New Cosmology and its effect on our understanding of ourselves as participants in the community of life on Planet Earth. We also provide extensive 10 Week Residential Programmes which include becoming familiar with our evolution over 14 billion years as discovered by contemporary science. We explore its implications for understanding our place in the universe and look at the theological implications of this new cosmology.
To book or receive further information on our 10 Week Courses simply e-mail us at
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
or Tel: 00 353 404 61833 and we would be happy to send you further information.
UNITED STATES of AMERICA
Genesis Farm, New Jersey
Immersion in the New Cosmology
Register for Genesis Farm Programs
Mail to Genesis Farm, 41-A Silver Lake Road, Blairstown, NJ 07825.
41A Silver Lake Road
Blairstown, NJ 07825
www.genesisfarm.org
AN INTERNATIONAL MOVEMENT PROMOTING CARE FOR THE EARTH
The 'Be The Change' symposium
[A number of Brothers in Ireland and England have taken part in the Symposium and then attended Training Days in order to gain the skills and resources to run the Symposiums]
"The most critical issue, and the greatest opportunity, of our time......and what you can do about it.
The Symposium takes a fresh look at our most critical current concerns - environmental sustainability, social justice and spiritual fulfilment - and explores and exposes what connects them. A unique, one-day workshop experience, it offers insight into the nature of our world, with leading-edge information, dynamic group interaction and inspiring video clips from some of the world's most respected thinkers and doers, including Paul Hawken, Desmond Tutu, Julia Butterfly Hill, Brian Swimme and Thomas Berry.
The aim of the Symposium is to explore how, by pulling together on an unprecedented scale, we can move in a new direction, towards an era of interconnected action and collective wellbeing. If you are ready to be disturbed, inspired and moved to action - if you are ready to be introduced to a thriving community of like-hearted, deeply committed people - we invite you to come to this Symposium.
The Symposium was created in the United States by The Pachamama Alliance, who generously gifted it to Be The Change. Events continue to take place across USA and Britain, as well as in Holland, Belgium, Ireland, Sweden and Australia!
Contacts: Ph: [0]86 1995837 Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
GENERAL CONTACT: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
INTERNATIONAL ON-LINE COURSES
INTERNATIONAL DISTANCE-LEARNING
Biblical Studies by distance-learning
A flexible 15-module programme leading to a Higher Certificate in Biblical Studies.
Offered by the Catholic Bible College based in Johannesburg, South Africa.
The programme aims to:
+ foster a love and enthusiasm for scripture
+ develop the ability to use various methods in the interpretation of biblical writings
+ develop skills in interpreting scripture within the Catholic tradition
+ help learners to appreciate the power of the Bible in bringing about transformation
+ lead to an understanding of the relationship between scripture and theology.
The programme can be followed in your own home, at your own pace. It is the equivalent of a one year full-time course. You are free to spread your learning over whatever time you decide but we strongly recommend that you complete it in two years.
The programme is offered at present in the form of print materials, supplemented as appropriate by e-mail. No text books or reference books are essential, but you will need your own Bible. Your achievement is assessed by means of one short Assignment and a Portfolio of four short statements of personal reflection for each Module, and a final open-book Examination.
For detailed e-brochure, contact:
Catholic Bible College, PO Box 1954, Rosettenville 2130, South Africa
tel: +27 11 435 7997 – fax: +27 11 436 1317
e-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
website: www.catholicbiblecollege.co.za
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INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS E-COURSE
Acting Justly
An on-line course offered by Edmund Rice International to raise awareness about more effective global action for justice.
Within the broader purpose of contributing to the building of a more just and sustainable world where all enjoy dignity, equality, and freedom, the general aim of the course is to:
+ assist in developing an “advocacy” mindset to complement the “service” or “charity” mindset within the Edmund Rice Network
+ promote a greater understanding of the work of Edmund Rice International
+ promote a deeper understanding and appreciation of the Catholic Social Justice tradition and understanding of the ideals and work of the United Nations and of the contribution both can make to the building of a more just world.
No prior knowledge is assumed, and whilst it is meant to be informative and interesting it is not an academic course. Best of all it is free and you can work through the material at your own pace.
It is designed for busy people who would like a basic understanding of how organisations such as ERI can work within the UN system to bring about improved outcomes for the most vulnerable people on our planet and for our earth itself.
The course is divided into eight topics containing material for reading and reflection, some questions for discussion and an opportunity for chat with like-minded people around the world (an optional feature), some suggestions and guidelines for engaging in a simple exercise in advocacy of your own choosing, and some quizzes to test your own understanding. There are no marks or grades associated with the course.
You are welcome to sign up and work through the course individually (each topic takes about two hours to work through). or better still to form a group and work through it together.
The course is open to anyone and there is no charge for participating but to access it you will need to register. E-mail Christian Brother Brian Bond at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it indicating your preferred username (all lowercase with no spaces), and the name of the town or city and the country where you live. You will then be issued with a password which will enable you full access to the course materials.
Website: www.edmundriceinternational.org
