TO HEAL A DIOCESE
Reconciliation Seminar to be held
June 11-14, 2008
A multi-diocesan team lead by the Rev. Canon Brian Cox of Reconcilers.Net under the auspices of Bishop Jerry A. Lamb, the provisional bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of San Joaquin, will conduct a three day faith-based reconciliation seminar for clergy and lay leaders of the Episcopal Diocese of San Joaquin June 11 – 14, 2008 at St. Anthony’s Retreat Center in Three Rivers, California. This three day seminar will be followed by a series of regional one day Reconciliation Learning Conversations. The purpose of these two initiatives is to introduce a process of healing and reconciliation so that the newly reconstituted diocese will emerge as a healthy, vibrant diocese of the Episcopal Church united around the person of Jesus Christ, committed to a pluralistic vision of community and engaged in Christ’s mission to advance the Kingdom of God in the Central Valley and beyond.
The seminar will include a combination of presentations, small group discussions, conversations and worship. A Service of Reconciliation is scheduled for the second day. The presentations include the following topics:
- Introduction: The Journey of Reconciliation
- Reconciliation As A Moral Vision
- Building Bridges: The Principle of Pluralism
- Demolishing Walls of Hostility: The Principle of Inclusion
- Conflict Resolution: The Principle of Peacemaking
- Seeking The Common Good: The Principle of Social Justice
- Healing Relationships: The Principle of Forgiveness
- Facing the Truth About History: The Principle of Healing Collective Wounds
- Submission to God: The Principle of Sovereignty
- Finding Peace with God: The Principle of Atonement
All members of the Episcopal Diocese of San Joaquin are invited to the reconciliation seminar. The cost of the three-day seminar is $50.00 for a shared room or $100.00 for a private room. Please complete the registration form and return it with your payment via US mail.
