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Living with Real Presence: Eucharist as an Approach to Life - Virtual Study Group
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11 - 12:30
About this Retreat
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Joe's spiritual journey unfolds as a rich tapestry, interwoven with threads of faith, love, and a deep connection to all of creation. As a self-described ragamuffin, Secular Franciscan, and beloved child of God, he embraces life's mysteries with an open heart and a contemplative spirit. His path has led him to experience the Divine as an infinite wellspring of love, shaped by personal encounters, the teachings of Jesus, and the wisdom of cherished mentors and companions.
Central to Joe's philosophy is the recognition of the profound interconnectedness of all beings and the natural world. This eco-spiritual perspective informs his approach to life, fostering a deep reverence for the Earth and all its inhabitants. Through contemplative practices, he cultivates a heightened awareness of this universal bond, finding the sacred in the ordinary and the extraordinary alike.
With a deep-seated passion for accompanying others on their spiritual quests, Joe believes in the power of shared experiences and mutual learning. He finds profound beauty in creation and human connection, emphasizing the transformative potential of being fully present in each moment. This mindful approach allows him to discover joy and freedom even amidst life's challenges, embodying the spirit of companionship Living the Way.
Joe's journey towards spiritual wholeness is an ongoing process of integration, bringing together mind, body, and spirit in harmony with the natural world. He invites others to join him in this exploration, recognizing that each person's path to wholeness is unique yet interconnected with all others. Through this lens, he sees every encounter as an opportunity for growth, healing, and the expansion of love in the world.
Details of this retreat
“If we do not become the real presence of Christ… if, when we leave the church, we don’t see Christ in others and seek to be Christ for others… then we do not truly understand the real presence of Christ.” With these challenging and inspiring words at heart, this 5-week study invites us to reflect on what it means to live our faith not just in worship, but in every encounter of daily life.
Using Living with Real Presence: Eucharist as an Approach to Life by S. James Meyer as our guide, this program will explore how the Eucharist is more than a ritual moment—it is a call to transformation, discipleship, and presence in the world. Together, we will consider the profound questions of how we understand Christ’s presence among us, how we live into that presence in practical and spiritual ways, and how we are called to embody that presence for others.
The format of our time together will be participatory and conversational. Each week (except for the first session), participants will have a short reading assignment to complete prior to gathering. Our sessions will then build on this foundation through dialogue, reflection, and shared insights, with particular attention to how these themes intersect with our own personal experiences of faith and community.
This study is not about learning about the Eucharist alone—it is about allowing the mystery of the Real Presence to shape us, challenge us, and send us forth to be the living presence of Christ wherever we go.
Session 1: Eucharist (introductory session)
Session 2: As Real As It Gets (pages 1-29)
Session 3: Substance (pages 33-56)
Session 4: Essence (pages 57-85)
Session 5 Real Presence, Real Relationship (pages 87-121)
Using Living with Real Presence: Eucharist as an Approach to Life by S. James Meyer as our guide, this program will explore how the Eucharist is more than a ritual moment—it is a call to transformation, discipleship, and presence in the world. Together, we will consider the profound questions of how we understand Christ’s presence among us, how we live into that presence in practical and spiritual ways, and how we are called to embody that presence for others.
The format of our time together will be participatory and conversational. Each week (except for the first session), participants will have a short reading assignment to complete prior to gathering. Our sessions will then build on this foundation through dialogue, reflection, and shared insights, with particular attention to how these themes intersect with our own personal experiences of faith and community.
This study is not about learning about the Eucharist alone—it is about allowing the mystery of the Real Presence to shape us, challenge us, and send us forth to be the living presence of Christ wherever we go.
Session 1: Eucharist (introductory session)
Session 2: As Real As It Gets (pages 1-29)
Session 3: Substance (pages 33-56)
Session 4: Essence (pages 57-85)
Session 5 Real Presence, Real Relationship (pages 87-121)
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Christianity in Crisis
Excellent program. Brother Dom’s presentation was timely, clearly articulated, and inspiring. I have attended previous programs by him, and he never disappoints.
I have one suggestion for Genesis. There was some confusion about the agenda, in terms of times of the sessions as well as when the actual sessions began and ended. It would be helpful if an agenda could be sent out the day before the program begins. As commuters, it was a bit challenging to make sure we knew exactly when we needed to be there and for how long.
That said, as always, the staff was welcoming, helpful and friendly.
I have one suggestion for Genesis. There was some confusion about the agenda, in terms of times of the sessions as well as when the actual sessions began and ended. It would be helpful if an agenda could be sent out the day before the program begins. As commuters, it was a bit challenging to make sure we knew exactly when we needed to be there and for how long.
That said, as always, the staff was welcoming, helpful and friendly.
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Toxic christianity
This workshop had outstanding researched material. The presenter was very knowlegable.
I was overwhelmed by so much input with no processing time permitted. I wished the presenter could present his points in everyday language.
I was overwhelmed by so much input with no processing time permitted. I wished the presenter could present his points in everyday language.
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Christianity in Crisis
Retreat center was quiet and accommodations were very comfortable. Bro Don Bisson is an excellent presenter
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Christianity in Crisis
The topic was very relevant and well presented. There were opportunities for questions and comments. It provided thoughtful information to bring home to continue to digest, absorb and live from.
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