This document provides an overview of the history and development of youth ministry. It discusses how youth ministry emerged in response to social issues before the Great Awakening like child mortality and alcoholism. Key figures who helped develop youth ministry included John Wesley through his preaching and social reform work in the 18th century. Later, the Sunday school movement and youth clubs in the 19th century aimed to address needs of young people. Over time, youth ministry became more organized and professionalized with the rise of youth workers and degrees in Christian youth work. Currently, youth ministry must adapt to changes in family structures, technology, schools and the economy.
This document discusses reasons for declining religiosity among younger people, including that mainstream religions are seen as unattractive and out of touch; an expanding marketplace has opened up diverse spiritual options; and younger people tend to keep beliefs private rather than belonging to religious institutions. It also cites declining religious education, more competitive time demands, and socialization effects as generations become progressively less religious over time.
This document discusses reasons for declining religious attraction among young people. It suggests that religious organizations are seen as boring, outdated, and out of touch with modern values. Additionally, young people treat religion as a private matter and are exposed to a wide variety of spiritual beliefs and identities. Each new generation is becoming more secular as religious socialization and education declines.
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This document provides an overview of the history and development of youth ministry. It discusses how youth ministry emerged in response to social issues before the Great Awakening like child mortality and alcoholism. Key figures who helped develop youth ministry included John Wesley through his preaching and social reform work in the 18th century. Later, the Sunday school movement and youth clubs in the 19th century aimed to address needs of young people. Over time, youth ministry became more organized and professionalized with the rise of youth workers and degrees in Christian youth work. Currently, youth ministry must adapt to changes in family structures, technology, schools and the economy.
This document discusses reasons for declining religiosity among younger people, including that mainstream religions are seen as unattractive and out of touch; an expanding marketplace has opened up diverse spiritual options; and younger people tend to keep beliefs private rather than belonging to religious institutions. It also cites declining religious education, more competitive time demands, and socialization effects as generations become progressively less religious over time.
This document discusses reasons for declining religious attraction among young people. It suggests that religious organizations are seen as boring, outdated, and out of touch with modern values. Additionally, young people treat religion as a private matter and are exposed to a wide variety of spiritual beliefs and identities. Each new generation is becoming more secular as religious socialization and education declines.
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Petr Petrov is scheduled to box Gamaliel HD in an upcoming match. Details on how to stream the boxing match live are provided on the website www.boxingonline.tv. Fans can watch the Petrov vs Gamaliel HD fight by visiting the boxingonline.tv website to access the live stream.
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The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
ISO 9001-2015 QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS AUDITING Based on ISO 19011 and ISO ...Nkonzo Zukisa
Z NKONZO has successfully completed an ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems Auditing course based on ISO 19011 and ISO 17021 standards at the SABS TRAINING CENTRE. The certificate confirms Z NKONZO passed the SAATCA Approved QMA LEAD Auditors Examination with over 70% and was assessed as knowledgeable in conducting audits of quality management systems according to Unit Standard 263400 at NQF Level 5.
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This document provides summaries for 20 sustainable products, services, and organizations that were nominated for the 2010 Sustainable Design and Innovation Award in New Zealand. The summaries describe initiatives such as a recycling program for agricultural plastics, a certified organic crop management product, a solar powered hat, green roofs, eco-friendly caskets, and community programs focused on food gardens, bike repair, and stream enhancement.
This document discusses various methods, approaches, and techniques for teaching English. It describes the Grammar Translation Method, Direct Method, and Bilingual Method. It also outlines the Structural Approach, Communicative Approach, and Eclectic Approach. Finally, it lists techniques for teaching English such as listen and act, listen and say, find differences, watch and say, and say and act.
What is Cafechurch For? Part 1: Modernity and The End of ChristendomAlister Pate
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Sister Edith Bogue gave a presentation on whether there is still a place for oblates in the 21st century. She discussed how Benedictine values of order, authority, and responsibility contrast with aspects of modern society like inequality, consumerism, and lack of respect for religion. However, Benedictine principles of structured work and prayer, community, and service to others can still provide meaning for oblates in today's world.
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Catholic social teaching aims to build a civilization of love by serving the poor, aiding the sick, and confronting social injustices, as the early disciples did. Over two thousand years, practical action and theological reflection have formed the basis of Catholic social teaching. It provides wisdom for creating a just society and living holy lives amid modern challenges. Catholic social teaching also protects human dignity, which is inherent in all people regardless of characteristics or contributions, and is the foundation for a just social order.
This document provides background on Dr. Jacqueline Comito, an anthropologist at Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. It discusses her work in conservation outreach programs over the past 14 years, including establishing conservation learning groups, producing educational videos and podcasts, and leading youth water education programs. The document also analyzes conversations with various agricultural stakeholders to understand motivations and barriers to conservation practices. Key topics covered include nature and culture, place and space, encouraging moments of awe, and the importance of local grassroots communication in creating a culture of conservation.
AHS13 Hamilton Stapell — The End of Paleo: Is the Ancestral Health Movement G...Ancestral Health Society
Hamilton's talk may be viewed at http://youtu.be/ArcSIg3cYcw
Complete abstracts along with presenter bios and photos, are available on our website:
http://www.ancestralhealth.org/post/2013-ancestral-health-symposium-ahs13
Abstract:
The current Ancestral Health movement is often thought to be on the verge of going mainstream. Many within the movement believe this would lead to positive health (and financial) outcomes for both individuals and society as a whole. However, the transition from a small, highly-devoted group of adherents to a mass following will be far more difficult than commonly assumed. In addition, this presentation will gauge the current size of the Ancestral Health movement by examining empirical data. It also identifies the two types of individuals that typically go paleo. The key commonality between both groups is a very high level of motivation, which also suggests limited penetration of the Ancestral Health movement in the future.
First of two presentations given at the Benedictine Renewal Program at Mount St. Benedict, Crookston Minnesota. Focus on the social and cultural context of modern monastic life.
This document summarizes a conference presentation on the changing demographics affecting Benedictine sponsorship of colleges and universities. It notes that Benedictine communities are shrinking while student populations are growing and becoming more diverse. It discusses two perspectives on sponsorship - a formal relationship versus a ministry. It also addresses partnering to achieve common goals like recruitment and retention through cultural competence and mission-centered coordination. Sustaining the sponsorship ministry requires commitment to goals, developing the ministry through formation, and monasteries collaborating to carry it out.
This document provides instructions for using a PowerPoint presentation on immigration. It explains that the presentation can be edited as needed and should be shown in slide show view. It also notes that learning activities are linked at the end to be used along with the presentation.
Presentation at the Benedictine Pedagogy Conference 2013 at Benedictine University in Lisle, IL. Focus on challenges and opportunities for Benedictine institutions to work with their sponsoring monastic communities to enable continued sponsorship as numbers of monastic women and men decrease.
The document discusses some of the challenges faced by Catholicism in the modern world. It notes issues like millions of preventable child deaths, women dying during pregnancy or childbirth, the spread of HIV/AIDS, lack of education and access to clean water for many. It calls on Catholics to work for justice and resist a "culture of death" by promoting a "culture of life" that respects the inherent value and dignity of all human life from conception to natural death. The document examines Catholic teachings and ethical principles in addressing contemporary issues like stem cell research.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
ISO 9001-2015 QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS AUDITING Based on ISO 19011 and ISO ...Nkonzo Zukisa
Z NKONZO has successfully completed an ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems Auditing course based on ISO 19011 and ISO 17021 standards at the SABS TRAINING CENTRE. The certificate confirms Z NKONZO passed the SAATCA Approved QMA LEAD Auditors Examination with over 70% and was assessed as knowledgeable in conducting audits of quality management systems according to Unit Standard 263400 at NQF Level 5.
How to de-risk your outsourcing projectAmit Ashwini
The document provides 6 ways to de-risk outsourcing a project, including defining product requirements through sketches and lists, leading with high-fidelity design specifications, following an agile development process with bi-weekly builds, assigning ownership of code to the outsourcing partner, maintaining open communication throughout the project, and avoiding selecting partners based solely on the lowest bid.
This document provides summaries for 20 sustainable products, services, and organizations that were nominated for the 2010 Sustainable Design and Innovation Award in New Zealand. The summaries describe initiatives such as a recycling program for agricultural plastics, a certified organic crop management product, a solar powered hat, green roofs, eco-friendly caskets, and community programs focused on food gardens, bike repair, and stream enhancement.
This document discusses various methods, approaches, and techniques for teaching English. It describes the Grammar Translation Method, Direct Method, and Bilingual Method. It also outlines the Structural Approach, Communicative Approach, and Eclectic Approach. Finally, it lists techniques for teaching English such as listen and act, listen and say, find differences, watch and say, and say and act.
What is Cafechurch For? Part 1: Modernity and The End of ChristendomAlister Pate
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Catholic social teaching aims to build a civilization of love by serving the poor, aiding the sick, and confronting social injustices, as the early disciples did. Over two thousand years, practical action and theological reflection have formed the basis of Catholic social teaching. It provides wisdom for creating a just society and living holy lives amid modern challenges. Catholic social teaching also protects human dignity, which is inherent in all people regardless of characteristics or contributions, and is the foundation for a just social order.
This document provides background on Dr. Jacqueline Comito, an anthropologist at Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. It discusses her work in conservation outreach programs over the past 14 years, including establishing conservation learning groups, producing educational videos and podcasts, and leading youth water education programs. The document also analyzes conversations with various agricultural stakeholders to understand motivations and barriers to conservation practices. Key topics covered include nature and culture, place and space, encouraging moments of awe, and the importance of local grassroots communication in creating a culture of conservation.
AHS13 Hamilton Stapell — The End of Paleo: Is the Ancestral Health Movement G...Ancestral Health Society
Hamilton's talk may be viewed at http://youtu.be/ArcSIg3cYcw
Complete abstracts along with presenter bios and photos, are available on our website:
http://www.ancestralhealth.org/post/2013-ancestral-health-symposium-ahs13
Abstract:
The current Ancestral Health movement is often thought to be on the verge of going mainstream. Many within the movement believe this would lead to positive health (and financial) outcomes for both individuals and society as a whole. However, the transition from a small, highly-devoted group of adherents to a mass following will be far more difficult than commonly assumed. In addition, this presentation will gauge the current size of the Ancestral Health movement by examining empirical data. It also identifies the two types of individuals that typically go paleo. The key commonality between both groups is a very high level of motivation, which also suggests limited penetration of the Ancestral Health movement in the future.
First of two presentations given at the Benedictine Renewal Program at Mount St. Benedict, Crookston Minnesota. Focus on the social and cultural context of modern monastic life.
This document summarizes a conference presentation on the changing demographics affecting Benedictine sponsorship of colleges and universities. It notes that Benedictine communities are shrinking while student populations are growing and becoming more diverse. It discusses two perspectives on sponsorship - a formal relationship versus a ministry. It also addresses partnering to achieve common goals like recruitment and retention through cultural competence and mission-centered coordination. Sustaining the sponsorship ministry requires commitment to goals, developing the ministry through formation, and monasteries collaborating to carry it out.
This document provides instructions for using a PowerPoint presentation on immigration. It explains that the presentation can be edited as needed and should be shown in slide show view. It also notes that learning activities are linked at the end to be used along with the presentation.
Presentation at the Benedictine Pedagogy Conference 2013 at Benedictine University in Lisle, IL. Focus on challenges and opportunities for Benedictine institutions to work with their sponsoring monastic communities to enable continued sponsorship as numbers of monastic women and men decrease.
The document discusses some of the challenges faced by Catholicism in the modern world. It notes issues like millions of preventable child deaths, women dying during pregnancy or childbirth, the spread of HIV/AIDS, lack of education and access to clean water for many. It calls on Catholics to work for justice and resist a "culture of death" by promoting a "culture of life" that respects the inherent value and dignity of all human life from conception to natural death. The document examines Catholic teachings and ethical principles in addressing contemporary issues like stem cell research.
Globalization has led to the spread of Western culture and ideas around the world through various means. Transnational corporations, global media, tourism, and migration have all contributed to the diffusion of Western culture, influencing diets, clothing, and attitudes. While this has provided some opportunities, it has also resulted in the loss of local languages, traditions, and environmental degradation in some places. There is debate around the costs and benefits of the emergence of a more globalized culture.
Bringing Forth New Things & Old - Treasures for a Post-Pandemic WorldSister Edith Bogue
A retreat grounded in the image of a householder who knows how to bring forth both old and new to meet the needs of the time. What is in our spiritual storehouse? How is it filled and replenished? How can we live in the world after pandemic?
Ephebiphobia is the fear of adolescents. For churches seeking to invite and involve youth in their communities, the church hast to be willing to understand the generation gap and some of the issues with contemporary youth ministry.
The document discusses forming digital disciples in the digital age. It outlines that a digital age catechetical leader is someone who is not afraid to use modern technology like social media to spread the gospel message. It provides 10 points for digital leadership, including observing technology trends, collaborating with others, identifying best practices, and advocating for resources to integrate technology. The document emphasizes adapting technology to religious education creatively, such as using videos and apps to teach biblical stories. Overall it encourages catechetical leaders to embrace technology while maintaining boundaries to protect those in their care.
CCCOER Presents: Inclusive Course Design and MaterialsUna Daly
This document provides an agenda for an event on inclusive open course design and materials. It introduces three speakers who will discuss their experiences with digital storytelling, making open educational resources (OER) content inclusive, and decolonizing the humanities curriculum. The speakers are faculty from Montgomery College, Butte College, and Central Lakes College. The event is hosted by California Community Colleges Open Educational Resources (CCCOER).
The document proposes forking Wikipedia to create a food culture wiki. It discusses several stories including anti-cancer foods, traditional diets from different cultures like the Mediterranean and Asian diets, and innovation in food discovery. It argues that a dedicated food culture wiki could help re-discover hidden wisdom in food and provide new ways for people to remember, remix and recreate food culture traditions. Mobile technologies and the cloud could help emerge a global ubiquitous food culture.
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Week-long retreat for the Benedictine Sisters of St. Placid Priory in Lacey, WA. Focus on the dynamics of transformation, the forces that support it and those that hold us back.
This document discusses what community means for the Duluth Benedictine Oblates. It describes community as a group of people joined by a single hope and method of seeking God under a rule and leader, accepting differences. Key practices that unite the community are common prayer, eating together at a shared table with suitable but not lavish provisions, and common ownership of property to use but not own. The document emphasizes developing relationships based on love, respect, bearing with one another's frailties, and choosing the unity of the community over individual wants by giving recalcitrant members chances to return and prioritizing the good of all.
Slides from an all-day retreat for the Benedictine Oblates of St. Scholastica Monastery in Duluth, Minnesota. Using the tools of Ignatian discernment, but adapting them to Benedictine spirituality. http://duluthoblates.org
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This document reflects on the passage from John 12:24 "Unless a grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains just wheat." It uses images from Vincent Van Gogh's paintings of wheat fields to illustrate the concept of a grain of wheat dying in order to produce more wheat. The document reflects on Jesus' words that a grain must fall and die to bear much fruit, and how Van Gogh's paintings depict the growth of wheat from seed to harvest.
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Heartfulness Magazine - June 2024 (Volume 9, Issue 6)heartfulness
Dear readers,
This month we continue with more inspiring talks from the Global Spirituality Mahotsav that was held from March 14 to 17, 2024, at Kanha Shanti Vanam.
We hear from Daaji on lifestyle and yoga in honor of International Day of Yoga, June 21, 2024. We also hear from Professor Bhavani Rao, Dean at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University, on spirituality in action, the Venerable BhikkuSanghasena on how to be an ambassador for compassion, Dr. Tony Nader on the Maharishi Effect, Swami Mukundananda on the crossroads of modernization, Tejinder Kaur Basra on the purpose of work, the Venerable GesheDorjiDamdul on the psychology of peace, the Rt. Hon. Patricia Scotland, KC, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, on how we are all related, and world-renowned violinist KumareshRajagopalan on the uplifting mysteries of music.
Dr. Prasad Veluthanar shares an Ayurvedic perspective on treating autism, Dr. IchakAdizes helps us navigate disagreements at work, Sravan Banda celebrates World Environment Day by sharing some tips on land restoration, and Sara Bubber tells our children another inspiring story and challenges them with some fun facts and riddles.
Happy reading,
The editors
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The Book of Samuel is a book in the Hebrew Bible, found as two books in the Old Testament. The book is part of the Deuteronomistic history, a series of books that constitute a theological history of the Israelites and that aim to explain God's law for Israel under the guidance of the prophets.
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-God keep His promises.
-God’s general providence is toward all creation
- All things were made through Him
God’s special providence is toward His children.
We may suffer now, but joy can and will come
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Culture Shifts: Sustaining Monastic Life in Challenging Conditions
1. Culture Shifts:
Sustaining Monastic Life
in Challenging Conditions
Sister Edith Bogue, O.S.B.
Monastery Immaculate Conception
Ongoing Formation
July 24, 2014
2. 2
Prayer by Michael Leunig
PrayerfromACommonPrayerbyLeunig.ISBN0-85924-933-6
Image:TheWorldthatNobodyOwnsbyMichaelLeunigfromTheAge
http://www.theageshop.com.au/the-world-that-nobody-owns-by-michael-leunig
3. 3
a little about me
SisterEdithBogue,O.S.B.MemberofSt.ScholasticaMonasteryandAssociate
ProfessorofSociologyattheCollegeofSt.ScholasticainDuluthMinnesota.
Online:@edithosbhttp://edithosb.wordpress.com
4. 4
Plan for the Day
• Culture
– Culture, Stereotypes, Ethnocentrism
– Current monastic cultures
• Contemporary Cultures
– Demographics of religious life, Catholicism
– Challenges
• Sustaining Monastic Life
– What we have that the world needs
– What we can do to carry it forward
7. 77
“Culture is the
shared knowledge and
schemas created by a set
of people for perceiving,
interpreting, expressing
and responding to the
social realities around
them.”
Culture
Lederach,J.P.(1995).PreparingforPeace:ConflictTransformationAcrossCultures.Syracuse,NY:Syracuse
UniversityPress(p.9)
Image:DiegoRivera,FlowerVendorfromhttp://galeriadarte.wordpress.com/category/diego-rivera/
9. 9
“Shaped by social realities”
We might see things one way
from a monastery descended
from Mother Benedicta Riepp’s lineage
or the other sisters who came from
Europe to teach or nurse in the late 1800s…
10. 10
“Shaped by social realities”
PhotobyS.MaryAgnesPattersonofMountSt.Scholastica,Atchison,KS
… but quite
differently from a
monastery
founded by the
Missionary
Benedictines
in rural Africa …
Sisters Susana, Imane, and Presentasia are thrilled with
the new dam that brings electricity to their monastery in
Chipole, Tanzania
11. 11
“Shaped by social realities”
PhotobySisterEdithBogueattheAbbeyofSt.Walburgain
VirginiaDale,Colorado.
… and still differently
from the viewpoint of
other monasteries in
America founded from
European abbeys in
the 20th century.
Sisters measuring rain water near the garden at
the Abbey of St. Walburga, Virginia Dale, CO.
12. 12
We cannot see our own cultures without
contrasts or input from outsiders
15. 15
Stereotypes and Ethnocentrism
• Stereotypes
– Mental shortcuts
– We need them
– Not always right
• Ethnocentrism
– Evaluation of the
“other” way
– Judgment
– Rejection
PhotobySisterEdithBogue,OSB
15
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What is ethnocentrism?
• “Making false
assumptions about
others’ ways based
on our own limited
experience.”
• False assumptions
may be either
positive or negative
• EVERYONE IS
ETHNOCENTRIC
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Barger,,K.(2008)Ethnocentrism.
http://www.iupui.edu/~anthkb/ethnocen.htm
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Cultures in the Monastery
• Each generation’s vision is
shaped by
– Dominant culture of the era
– Church & Catholic dynamics
and issues in early years
– Formation / tradition received
– Lived experience in early years
• Cultures are also related to
social class, ethnicity,
education, urban or rural
family, different ministries
and professions.
ChapelWindow,SacredHeartMonastery,Yankton,SD.
PhotobySisterEdithBogue,OSB
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WHAT STEREOTYPES CAN YOU
REMEMBER HAVING RECEIVED?
WHAT STEREOTYPES ARE YOU
AWARE OF HOLDING?
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ThewholeworldinacrystalballphotobyNeilGallopat
https://www.flickr.com/photos/28289142@N00/474392091/
20. 20
Culture surrounds us like a bubble…
ImagefromLivinginabubble:Photographerwhoseestheworldthroughsoapy
shotsathttp://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2311000/Photographer-Richard-
Heeks-captures-incredible-images-world-reflected-bubble.html
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The bubble of the familiar
• Religious women
• Benedictines
• Our monastery
• Our group
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This pattern is common in US
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• Data and
analysis are
plentiful and
sophisticated
• BUT change can
be sudden and
extreme
When to believe predictions
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Children per woman (2013)
Singapore 0.79
Japan 1.20
South Korea 1.24
Russia 1.30
Poland 1.32
China (Mainland) 1.55
European Union 1.58
Canada 1.59
Thailand 1.66
Australia 1.77
Brazil 1.81
Iran 1.86
United States 2.06
Mexico 2.25
Bangladesh 2.50
India 2.55
Becoming a Child-Free SocietyLast(2013)WhattoExpectWhenNoOne’sExpecting.
Film:DemographicWinter
43
Replacement fertility:
2.1 children per woman
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Young & Old in America
Fromthefilm"DemographicWinter"
4
4
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1 in 3 Young Adults is a “None”
Percent by Age Group
AggregatedfromPewResearchCenterSurveysJanuary–July2012
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Face of Catholicism is changing
• Generational
change in cultures.
• More than half of
all Catholics under
40 are Hispanic or
of other non-
European groups
• How ready are our
communities to
welcome them?
47. 47
Shifting Demographics of
American Catholics
U.S.Catholics:KeyDatafromPewResearch
http://www.pewresearch.org/2013/02/25/u-s-catholics-key-data-from-pew-
research/#popchange
78
70
60
47
44
61
66
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24
32
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White Hispanic Other
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WHAT SURPRISES YOU ABOUT THIS
PICTURE OF YOUNG ADULTS?
TAKE A MOMENT TO SAY A FEW
WORDS AT YOUR TABLES.
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ThewholeworldinacrystalballphotobyNeilGallopat
https://www.flickr.com/photos/28289142@N00/474392091/
50. 50
Modern Western Culture
• Few social theorists or commentators have
positive views of modern culture.
• Even the most successful people speak of
feeling empty or shallow
• We have more than any group in history.
(Nero couldn’t blow-dry his hair, and
St. Thomas Aquinas wrote the Summa
without a computer…)
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Knowledge of
environmental
damage has not
slowed its
progress.
Owen,D.(2012).TheConundrum:HowScientificInnovation,IncreasedEfficiency,andGood
IntentionsCanMakeOurEnergyandClimateProblemsWorse.RiverheadTrade.
54. 54
Inequality: Greater in 2013 than any
time since 1929.
TheStandardofUr.FromUr,southernIraq,about2600-2400.BC.BritishMuseum.
http://www.britishmuseum.org/explore/highlights/highlight_objects/me/t/the_standard_of_ur.aspx
An ancient Sumerian art piece shows awareness of social classes …
The nobles, priests, and warriors at the top…
Below them, merchants and artisans …
The serfs and slaves who performed manual labor on the bottom.
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Koyaanisqatsi
• Koyaanisqatsi: Hopi term for
“chaotic life” or “life that calls
for another
way of living” or “unbalanced”
• “The economy” has
become a force on its own.
• Family relationships and
life are complex and
increasingly uncertain.
• Life is fast, pressured,
scheduled, controlled.
• Human dimension is lacking.
KoyaanisqatsiandPowaqatsi
http://www.koyaanisqatsi.org/films/powaqqatsi.php
56. 56
New Economics
• Modern economies
founded on growth.
• Growth often founded
on borrowing and debt.
• Can this persist in an
aging world?
• Steady State Economics
SacredEconomics:Money,Gift,andSocietyintheAgeofTransition2011byCharles
Eisensteinhttp://sacred-economics.com/
Daly,Herman.1991.Steady-StateEconomics,2ndedition.IslandPress,Washington,
DC
68. 68
What does monastic culture to modern
society? How to we nurture it?
CindyCornettSeigle.FromtheBottomoftheHill.OnFlickr:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/cindy47452/2876659809/
69. 69
Mission
"Our mission is to use ambitious wilderness expeditions to
inspire people to approach the challenges of life with
optimism, humility and responsibility."
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What do we have as our unique
gifts to carry into the future?
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"Your way of acting should be
different from the world's way."
76. 76
A focus on praxis, on living the monastic
way of life, on practices that can be
learned, taught, and passed on.
77. 77
Enclosure:
A form of simplicity
— guard of the heart
— limits the
accumulation of stuff
and frenetic
activity and
connection
78. 78
"Try to be the first
to show respect to
the other…
…as if they were
Christ in person"
79. 79
Bear with one another’s
weaknesses of mind, body,
and spirit
Joseph,K.(2013).Re-focusingtheBenedictineTradition.
BenedictinesLXVI:1Spring/Summer2013
79
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Monastic Life will certainly be
different and diverse in the future
• Life-long monastics will be fewer in number,
but important for the mentoring of others.
• New forms of monastic life may flourish.
There will be “virtual monasteries” online
• The focus will not be on the work that we do
(teaching, healing) but on the practices
and experiences we can bring to the world.
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Choosing not what
she judges best for
herself but what is
best for the other.
Can monasteries
revitalize a sense of
the common good?
84. 84
What in our current way
of life is most important
to carry into the future?
What identities or
emphases might we be
willing to leave behind?
What are we able to leave
even if we aren’t willing?
St.KateriTekakwitha.DoorsofSt.Patrick’sCathedral,NewYork.
88. 88
Prayer by Michael Leunig
PrayerfromACommonPrayerbyLeunig.ISBN0-85924-933-6
Image:TheWorldthatNobodyOwnsbyMichaelLeunigfromTheAge
http://www.theageshop.com.au/the-world-that-nobody-owns-by-michael-leunig
89. Culture Shifts:
Sustaining Monastic Life
in Challenging Conditions
Sister Edith Bogue, O.S.B.
Monastery Immaculate Conception
Ongoing Formation
July 24, 2014
Editor's Notes
Transition slide – sliding over facts so as not to have back-to-back charts
What is the common good?
There are many theological definitions, but for a start, the common good is any good that is bigger than my personal good. The question always is: what will I give up for the common good?
Re-emergence of the idea of "the common good" through mutual obedience and love.Ways of life that decrease inequality nationally and globally.
How can we cultivate discernment, to be aware of plural identities, divisions and to build bridges across them?
How can we share with others?