Return of the Prodigal Son

You're Invited!

Greetings!

As you may know, I am in the process of obtaining my doctorate in Theology. For my current studies, I am in need of 6 volunteers to join me for a mini-course on Henri Nouwen's book, The Return of the Prodigal Son. This 4-part series will be facilitated by me at our Main office in Rocky River. Details of the course are outlined below.

Your participation and reflection will be used to complete a class paper that I am writing to meet a July deadline. If you are interested, please send a reply to admin@grolistic.com and we will reserve your seat in the session. Please only respond if you can commit to completing the 4-part series.

Participants will be chosen on a first-come, first-serve basis. I appreciate your continued support of my spiritual journey, and am looking forward to your input and revelations.

Sincerely,

Vic Pergola
Founder and Managing Principal
PointeVierge

May 2013

We Need You!

"The Return of the Prodigal Son"

(Nouwen/Rembrandt/Luke)

Mini-course on Henri Nouwen's book,

The Return of the Prodigal Son,

a meditation on Rembrandt's painting

Need: 6 volunteers (first-come, first-serve)

Strong commitment to complete series

When: Four consecutive Thursdays

June 6, 13, 20 and 27

6-8 pm

Content: "The Return of the Prodigal Son"

Session One: A review of the Parable in (Luke 15: 11-32) and Introduction in the Nouwen book (pages 1-19)
Session Two: The Younger Son (pages 25-45)
Session Three: The Older Son (pages 59-77)
Session Four: The Father (pages 89-110)

Method:

We will read the parable in Luke aloud prior to each session
We will write quietly in a journaling exercise
We will discuss the assigned topic per class
We will generate summary conclusions on the material
We will generate a threefold comparison: The Painting by Rembrandt:The Book by Nouwen:The Parable by Luke

What to Bring:

A notebook (electronic or pen and pad)
A New Testament
Henri Nouwen's Book will be provided for each participant
A large poster of the painting will be available for review

Expectations:

Your reflections will be written up for a class paper due in July
We are interested in your understanding and critique of the methodology
We are looking for your thoughts on any positive growth you may have experienced
What is your thought on the subject matter?
What subject matter (spiritual) are you interested in for the future?

Who: Vic Pergola

Founder and Managing Principal

PointeVierge

Where & When:

North Ridge Annex, Suite A
Rocky River, Ohio 44116

Contact:admin@grolistic.com

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