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Social Justice Events Non-Violence Training Pace e Bene Nonviolence Training Service has provided excellent programs at Montclair Presbyterian Church for the last three years. In the Fall of 2007 and 2008 we were privileged to have the twelve week course called “Engage”, Exploring Non-violent Living”, and in 2009, an All-day Workshop called, “Soulforce”. This year we will be offering an ALL-DAY WORKSHOP ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16, 9-4, in the Thornhill Room called “ENGAGING CONFLICTS CREATIVELY”. This is an area of interest in which people from the former courses wanted more depth. The Peacemakers Committee is delighted to offer this opportunity for enrichment. If you are new to Pace e Bene training this would be a great introduction to the work we are doing. This Pace e Bene workshop will provide tools, lenses and concrete practices for transforming conflicts in our lives, our communities and our world. It will integrate: *Practical steps for understanding conflict.
This workshop will be grounded in the vision and practice of Soulforce,
which Gandhi called “the force which is born of truth and love, or
nonviolence” Together we will explore conflict transformation
through a selection of stories, videos, role-plays, small and large
group discussions, ritual and processes that activate and integrate
heart, body , mind and spirit. *Investigating the terrain that underlies conflict, including emotions and power. *The possibility of creating rich relationships in the midst of conflict, and *Constructive responses and options for transforming conflict. We are pleased to have Ken Preston and Patty Robertson, whom we’ve grown to love, as our leaders for the day. Final sign-ups for this workshop on October 16 will be held in September through our Adult Education Program. The cost will be $30, with lunch provided for an additional $5. For more information or clarification, or to register your interest, contact Mary Smith at smithmcam@yahoo.com 10 Questions for the Dalai Lama On Friday, Feb 26, all are invited to a delicious supper followed by a free showing and discussion of the award-winning documentary, "10 QUESTIONS FOR THE DALAI LAMA." This engaging film with its magnificent photography of Tibet and the Himalayas, touches on Tibet's history and its struggle for independence. The Dalai Lama’s life and philosophy model spirituality as the grounding for social justice work. You will be charmed by this spiritual leader’s impish, self-deprecating personality. This "Family Friday" event is our first Social Justice Forum
and an outgrowth of our "Global Vision Statement."
The evening begins with supper at 6:00 p.m. in the Family Room followed
by the film at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary and concluding with dessert
and discussion in the Thornhill Room. Reservations were requested by
Monday Feb. 22, but there may still be room. To see a trailer of the film, click HERE This is the last social justice event we had; more events to be added.
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