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 This
15 hour course will explore various dimensions of spiritual nurture, Holy
Listening, discipleship, and faith development, as well as the biblical,
theological and developmental foundations out of which Blessing Based
Spiritual Nurture has arisen. Hands-on opportunities will be provided for
exploring and making tangible nurture items for children through adults.
In
addition, attention will be given to working with adolescents and adults
(through older adults), in ways which encourage their continuing spiritual
development. The course begins with a focus on children and teens, then
moves to include all ages and stages of life, with particular
concentration upon the needs of the oldest among us.
Each session will include prayer and worship and the class itself will be
structured to honor the experiences and understandings that the students
bring with them.
Christian educators, chaplains, and others who live, work and play with
children, daily and in times of stress, will deepen their understanding
and awareness of the innate holiness and spirituality of children and
examines ways of nurturing children’s natural connection to God, as they
grow.
Students who have previously taken the certification course may attend for
a nominal fee, plus room and board.
The class is taught by Blessing Center Director, Dr. Jacqueline Nowak and
United Theological Seminary Professor Emeritus, Donald Rogers, PhD.
Cost: $250, class only; $325, class,
lodging (2 nights), 7 meals; discount offered to students
For more information
contact the Director at
jnowak@blessingcenter.org
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