September 3 – 6, 2019 at Chapel Rock Conference Center in Prescott
This year’s retreat will focus on:
- God’s creation, the evolving universe, and how our traditions instruct us to interact with it.
- Mysticism, angels, spirits, and their relevance in our individual lives and the lives of our traditions.
- Interreligious dialogue, understanding, tolerance, and acceptance (brotherhood and sisterhood).
The Retreat includes 3 nights lodging, 3 dinners, 3 breakfasts, and 2 lunches in the cool pines of Prescott. The surroundings are beautiful, and the food is fantastic! Our featured presenters (see below) are well respected members of their temple, churches and mosque communities.
In times of extreme stress and polarization in our society it becomes increasingly important to come together as people from different faith traditions to develop a deeper understanding of others and inoculate ourselves against the fear and prejudice that is gripping so many people. Our presenters are well-known and respected in their respective faith traditions for seeking this end. This retreat is a great way to seek brother- and sisterhood and spend the hot late summer days in the beautiful cool pines of Prescott.
Rabbi Nina Perlmutter
Rabbi Emerita, Congregation Lev Shalom Faculty Emeritus, Yavapai College Adjunct Instructor, Prescott College
Rev. Michael G. Hegeman
PH.D, Princeton Theological Seminary Director, Fran Park Center for Faith Life at Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, Lecturer in Religion, Spirituality & Humanities
Imam Anas Hlayhel
Serving the southeast valley teaching and coaching Islamic self-help, Quran exegesis, and youth coaching. Contributing author to Muslim Matters, a popular Muslim blog in English.
Rev. Jim Alexander
Associate Pastor and Music Director, Church of the Palms UCC, Graduate of Grand Canyon University, Founding Artistic Director Valley Women’s Ensemble
Cost of the retreat this year is $295 per person (double occupancy). Extra charge of $65 for single occupancy rooms (limited available).
Complete the registration form for the retreat and return it promptly to Church of the Palms to guarantee your spot.
For more information contact Rev. Jim Alexander jim.alexander@thepalms.org.