Can a church as we have come to imagine it really be contemplative? Laurence Freeman will share his vision of what the Spirit is already doing to reshape the church. He believes we have to look back to the origins and forwards into the unknown. We are not archivists, nor caretakers of a buildings, but followers of the Way.
The retreat will begin Friday evening, October 18, and end Sunday at Noon, October 20. There will be a National Conference for WCCM-USA the afternoon of October 20.
The retreat and conference will take place at:
Shepherd of the Hills United Church of Christ
5524 East Lafayette Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85018
The registration fee is $110 if by Sept. 3, and $125 for registrations after September 3.
National Conference and Retreat Saturday Only: $70
The registration fee includes lunch on Saturday and Sunday. There will be beverages at the venue during the events. Breakfast is on your own, but included in the hotel special rate as described below:
Lodging is available at:
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Old Town Scottsdale
3131 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
T: 480-675-7665 | F: 480-675-8666
www.hiexpress.com/scottsdaleaz
To receive the special rate of $139/ night, breakfast included, indicate you are with WCCM. There will be a free shuttle bus from the hotel to the retreat and conference venue. The hotel is located in an area with numerous restaurants within walking distance to get dinner when the day's events are over.
Travel info: It is a short ride from the Phoenix airport to the venue or the recommended hotel. An Uber or Lift should be less than $20. Taxis are also available, but may cost more.