Praying in the Circle of St. John 2017

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Praying in the Circle of St. John 

Friday, May 5 - Sunday, May 7, 2017

Retreat Description: The literature bearing the name of John- a Gospel, three letters, and the Book of Revelation- comprises some of the latest New Testament documents to have been written. Disparate is literary style and quality, these texts nevertheless reflect to varying degrees an outlook on the Christian mystery associated with what might be called the "circle" of Christians influenced by St. John the Apostle. In the course of this retreat, you will be invited to allow themes characteristic of Johannine literature to draw you into prayer as it were in the company of John's circle.

Presenter: Father Isaac Kalina has been a monk of Valyermo since 1984. Having completed his theological degree in Rome at Collegio Sant' Anselmo, he was ordained a priest in 1989. He has served the Abbey as Prior, Sub-prior, Kitchenmaster, Youth Director, and Juniormaster. He is involved in retreats and workshops, bilingual ministry, 12-step recovery, addiction counseling, spiritual direction, and grief coaching.