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All events are open to the public. Please note that events are subject to change. Email or call to reserve for all events.
Opening a Space Within: Hospitality in the Benedictine Tradition, The Rev’d. Dr. Jane A. Tomaine, Episcopal priest, nationally known retreat leader and author of St. Benedict’s Toolbox: The Nuts and Bolts of Everyday Benedictine Living , will lead this evening program focusing on the practice of hospitality found in the sixth-century monastic Rule of St. Benedict. When we want to trade our family members in for “shiny new ones” or close the door on a community, the wisdom of St. Benedict can help us to reclaim connection and purpose in these relationships. Ideas and useful tools for the practice of hospitality will be introduced.Suggested donation: $15. Thursday, February 25, 6:00 pm.
Annual Lenten Retreat, This year’s Lenten retreat will be led by Sister Faith Margaret, CHS. Sister Margaret is one of three sisters serving on the Community of the Holy Spirit Council that oversees the running of the entire Community, as well as performing the role of Treasurer to the Episcopal Diocese of New York. Topic of the retreat will be Fasting & Different Approaches to Fasting. Lunch will be provided. Fee $25. Please call to reserve space. Saturday, March 6, 8:45 am-3:00 pm.
The 16th Century Origins of Anglicanism, March Priest-in-Residence, the Rev’d. Roger Smith, will explore the origins of Anglicanism. His discussion will include a review of the role played by the Tudor monarchy and the theology of Thomas Cranmer and Richard Hooker. Father Smith is a faculty member at the University of South Carolina and has spent many years researching English Church History at the University of Oxford, England. He received his Masters Degree in History from Trinity College, Hartford, CT. Free of Charge. Tuesday, March 9, 6:00 pm.
Fabbri Chamber Concert, This year’s series continues with New York Philharmonic musicians, Sheryl Stapels, violin, Eileen Moon, cello, and the Fabbri Chamber Series Artistic Director Kazuko Hayami. The concert will feature works by Amy Beach, Shostakovich and Dvorak. A reception will follow. Please call for reservations and season subscriptions. Tickets are $35 at the door; $30 for advance ticket sales ($15 for students). Friday, March 12, 8:00 pm.
Hagar, Sarah, Abraham: The Founding Family, Phyllis Trible, internationally known biblical scholar and rhetorical critic, will explore the biblical stories of Hagar, Sarah and Abraham. These stories wrestle with domestic violence, generational conflict, national identities and land struggle-all in the search for blessings. This lecture will explore the ancient stories as they relate to contemporary concerns throughout the world. Suggested donation: $15. Tuesday, March 16, 6:00 pm.
Annual Winter Benefit, Our Annual Winter Benefit raises much-needed funds for the restoration of this important historic property. This year we are proud to honor two outstanding volunteers and long-time supporters, Sarah Gallatin and Bonnie Lee Bond, at the Benefit. Invitations will be mailed in February. Thursday, March 18, 6:30 pm-10:00 pm.
Images to Delight: Crafting Works of Spiritual Art, For Nancy Whittington, RISD-educated textile artist and winner of a 2007 AIA/Interfaith Religious Art and Architecture Award, devotion to the Divine centers on the beautiful and the exuberant. Her secular and religious art commissions seek to transform simple everyday images into glowing colors, vibrant compositions and symbols of spiritual growth. The program will feature an interactive slide lecture on the imagery and processes that go into creating large-scale tapestries for sacred worship. Come, sit back and take delight in the enchantment of color and decorative pattern in this season of new growth. For a sneak preview, visit the artist’s website: www.nancywhittington.com Suggested donation: $15. Thursday, April 29, 6:00 pm.
Christianity Goes to the Movies-CANCELLED-May 6, 2010
The Resurrection of Christ and Why it Matters, Many people admire Jesus for his inspired teaching and his inclusive care for other people but they find the stories about miracles hard to believe. Explore what scripture and the Church really say about the resurrection and why it matters. The Rev'd. Michael Rowe has studied with some of the leading scholars of our generation at McGill, Oxford and the University of the South. As a parish priest for 30 years, he has applied this learning to the questions and challenges that people face every day. Free of Charge. Thursday, May 6, 6:00 pm.
Fabbri Chamber Concert, This year’s series concludes with the American String Quartet (back by popular demand). Program to be announced. A reception will follow. This final concert of the season will also feature 17-year-old pianist, Natsumi Kuboyama, who will perform solo as well as Schumann’s Piano Quintet with the Quartet. Miss Kuboyama has previously won competitions in Japan and will present a half-hour solo pre-concert, starting tentatively at 7:15 pm at no additional charge. Please call for reservations and season subscriptions.Tickets are $35 at the door; $30 for advance ticket sales ($15 for students). Wednesday, May 12, 8:00 pm (7:15 pre-concert).
Annual Garden Party, Please join us for our annual festive garden party celebrating Spring and the House of the Redeemer. We welcome our friends and neighbors to enjoy the beauty of the House, its furnishings and its courtyard. There will be a reception with entertainment plus live and silent auctions. Invitations will be mailed in the Spring. Please contact the House for more details. Wednesday, June 2, 6:00 pm.
Catherine of Siena: A Passionate Life, Author Don Brophy will discuss his soon-to-be-published book (presently available June 2010) Catherine of Siena: A Passionate Life. Catherine of Siena is one of the most beloved and celebrated spiritual figures of all time. Like Francis of Assisi and Teresa of Avila, Catherine is known around the world as a great mystic and saint, reformer and teacher. Copies of the book will be available for signature.Free of charge. Thursday, June 10, 6:00 pm.
Join us for Monday thru Friday 8:00 am and 5:30 pm for Morning and Evening Prayer. Eucharist is Tuesday evening and Thursday morning, September through June. To reserve space for any of these events, contact the House Office. THE HOUSE OF THE REDEEMER
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