Summer listings

National Catholic Reporter, April 19, 1996

Conferences/Conventions

CALIFORNIA

PLACE: St. Albert's Priory, Oakland, CA TIME: Friday, June 21-Sunday, June 23, 1996 DESCRIPTION: "Violence Unveiled, The Gospel at Work in Our World." Conference led by Gil Bailie and Richard Rohr, OFM. We will explore and analyze the way violence creates and maintains cultures. We will identify the sacred and profane aspects of violence, the underlying dynamics of collective violence in maintaining world order. Then by means of a Scripturally based critique, we will propose that the Gospel has worked to undermine the role of violence in human culture and, indeed, brought us to the point where violence is no longer a viable option. Lodging (two nights, five meals) and conference fee: $150. Conference fee only $90. Make check out to: "Nevada Desert Experience." Write to: NDE, 1500 34th Ave., Oakland, CA 94601.

ILLINOIS

PLACE: Call to Action

DESCRIPTION: "We Are the Church" national conference re-creating, transforming and encouraging tomorrow's church today. Over 4,000 people representing and participating in small faith communities, regional networking, national organizations, the performing arts, young adults programming, children's activities, exhibits, regional caucuses. Workshops and major sessions conducted by Theresa Kane, Miriam Therese Winter, Edwina Gateley, Michael Crosby, Hans Kung, Charles Curran, Diana Hayes, Anthony Padovano and many more. Scholarships, group discounts available. For more information contact: Call to Action, 4419 N. Kedzie Ave., Chicago, IL 60625. (312) 604-0400.

PLACE: Center for Development in Ministry, Mundelein, IL TIME: May 3-5, 1996 DESCRIPTION: "Sports, Spirituality and Character Formation" conference addresses how sport participation affects the person at the depth dimension of her/his life. Though a major element of U.S. culture, little reflection on the nature, psychology or ethical parameters of sport occurs; furthermore, the spiritual side of sport is generally neglected. Speakers: Fr. Jack Shea, Coach Dave Wannstedt (Chicago Bears) and Dr. Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi. Workshops: "Spirituality and Sport," "Women and Sport," "African-Americans in Sport," and "Promoting Achievement in School Through Sport." Contact: Hillenbrand Institute, 1000 E. Maple Ave., Mundelein, IL 60060. (847) 566-8290.

PLACE: Loyola University, Lakeshore Campus, Chicago, IL TIME: July 18-23, 1996 DESCRIPTION: Ninth National Catholic HIV/AIDS Ministry Conference: "A New Pentecost: Soaring with the Spirit" is the theme of this conference which is designed to provide technical assistance, initial training and ongoing support to those in the Catholic community providing HIV/AIDS education and outreach. Plenary speakers include Michael Farrell, senior editor, National Catholic Reporter; Bishop Priamo Tejeda of the Diocese of Bani, Dominican Republic; Bishop William Skylstad, Chairman of the Committee of Domestic Policy, USCC; Rev. Dr. Jon Fuller, SJ, MD, Boston City Hospital; Richard Woods, OP, Loyola University, Chicago; and Sandra Singleton McDonald. There will be preconference intensive sessions on International Issues, Development Strategies, Sexuality Issues and Entitlements. Persons living with HIV disease are encouraged to attend. Financial aid for registration, housing and travel is available. Early registration fee is $300. Housing/meal packages available at $245/$320. Visa or Mastercard payment welcome. For registration information please write or call: National Catholic AIDS Network, PO Box 422984, San Francisco, CA 94142-2984. Phone: (707) 874-3031. Fax: (707) 874-1433.

INDIANA

PLACE: Westin Hotel, Indianapolis, IN TIME: Aug. 17-20, 1996 DESCRIPTION: FORM/REFORM: The National Conference on Environment and Art for Catholic Worship. The conference for artists, architects, liturgical designers, building and renovation teams and commissions, and all other interested persons. Sponsored by the Georgetown Center for Liturgy, Spirituality and the Arts. Hosted by the Office of Worship, Diocese of Indianapolis. Presentations by nationally and locally known speakers. Tours of historic and architectural interest. Artist portfolio showings. Exhibit hall with over 50 artisans, tradespeople and companies participating. Colloquia, discussion groups and other interesting special sessions. Contact: Conference Services by Loretta Reif, PO Box 5226, Rockford, IL 61125. (815) 399-2150. Fax: (815) 332-3476.

PLACE: Center for Spirituality, Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, IN TIME: July 7-12, 1996 DESCRIPTION: The Cross. The Center for Spirituality at Saint Mary's College will present a three-year series of seminars on the Cross beginning on July 7-12 with "The Cross: A Biblical Tradition." The seminars will explore this central Christian symbol that expresses the redemptive mission of Jesus. Presenters for the 1996 inaugural seminar are Lorraine Caza, CND; Jerome Murphy-O'Connor, OP; and Donald Senior, CP. For information contact: Center for Spirituality, Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, IN 46556-5027. Telephone: (219) 284-4636.