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In the Shelter, Sept. 15

Irish poet and theologian Pádraig Ó Tuama teaches and speaks internationally about conflict transformation, religion, and the power of storytelling. He travels widely, lecturing and leading retreats, and he publishes both poetry and prose. Come hear him preach and lead an evening of story and song with singer/songwriter Bobby Jo Valentine on Sunday, September 15.

Stay With Me: The Power of Sustained Connection

8:30 and 10:00am, Sanctuary

Pádraig Ó Tuama will preach and Bobby Jo Valentine will offer special music.

In the Shelter

5:00–7:00pm, Creekside

Poems, stories, and songs about losing shelter, finding shelter, and being shelter to one another, by Pádraig Ó Tuama and Bobby Jo Valentine. Light dinner and conversation to follow. Dinner is $10/adult, $5/child, or $25/family. Please register by September 12 so that sufficient food quantities can be prepared.

“It is in the shelter of each other that the people live.”

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