$405 (Standard)
$480 (Premium)
Dr. Dale Bruner will provide an exposition of the event and the meaning of Jesus’ death, resurrection, and ongoing revelation as revealed in the gospel of John. His enduring passion for these verses endows him with a remarkable ability to illuminate our own journey of discipleship and self-examination. This topic is especially dear to Dale as he has a recently published commentary on the Gospel of John.
Dr. Laura Robinson Harbert will support the discussion by illuminating the human and psychological dimensions of the Gospel of John. She will focus on what it means to “practice resurrection.” Using popular works from authors including Eugene Peterson and Wendell Berry to magnify this good news from the New Testament, Laura will help us learn how to live in the way that Jesus calls us to live and assist us in finding practical applications for use in our daily life.
If the world is to know resurrection, Christians must carry out and become conduits of the love and energy of the Almighty God. Dale and Laura will refresh our spirit with their messages, assisting us in becoming everyday reminders to others and ourselves that death, in all its forms, is not the final word.
Speakers
Dale Bruner
Dale is Professor Emeritus of Theology at Whitworth University, Spokane, Washington. During his 22 years as a Professor of Religion at Whitworth, his teaching made him one of Whitworth’s most influential professors. During his tenure at the college, he spoke and taught at hundreds of churches all over the country.
He is the author of The Gospel of John: A Commentary as well as a two-volume commentary on the Gospel of Matthew: The Christbook and The Churchbook. Now residing in Pasadena, California, Dale is working on a new commentary on the fifth Gospel, Paul’s letter to the Romans. Click here to hear an audio recording from Dale Bruner’s Good News Class at First Presbyterian Church of Hollywood.
Laura Robinson Harbert
Laura is a clinical psychologist and an ordained Presbyterian minister. She is in private practice in Pacific Grove, California, but also enjoys the opportunity to preach, teach, and lead retreats on subjects that integrate psychology and faith. Laura has taught courses in pastoral care at Fuller Seminary and at North Park Seminary in Chicago.
Laura has a passion for integrating her work in clinical psychology with spiritual growth and discipleship. She received her B.A. from Wheaton College, M.Div. from Fuller Theological Seminary, and Ph.D. from Fuller’s Graduate School of Psychology.
Musician
David Tolley
Associate Professor of Music, Delaware State University; Dover, DE. For more information, click here.
Artists
Paul Soupiset
Paul will use the idea of “resurrection” and other metaphors from the weekend to inspire visual creations, making use of the ample materials on hand in the 2-D Studio. Click here for Paul’s blog and samples of his work.
Pilgrim
The Laity Lodge Pilgrim joins us to lead creative writing exercises.
Gwen Zapata
Precious Metal (silver clay jewelry making); Boerne, TX
Prepare For Your Retreat
Plan to arrive at Laity Lodge anytime after 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 19. The retreat will officially commence with a 6:30 reception at the Great Hall and will conclude Sunday, July 22, following an 11:00 a.m. brunch. Click here for directions and more info on how to prepare for your visit.
