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Saturday, February 2, 2002


Trappist monk will share views about spirituality

A Trappist monk who lives as a hermit in the Ozark Mountains will share his experiences and advice about spirituality in a Honolulu lecture series this month.

The Rev. W. Paul Jones, author of several books including "A Season in the Desert: Making Time Holy," will be featured in the annual Britt Lectures at First United Methodist Church Feb. 15-18.

Each event in the sanctuary at 1020 S. Beretania St. will begin at 7 p.m. The topics are:

>> "Life as a Pilgrimage: Anatomy of the Universal Search." Feb. 15.

>> "Life's Defining Rhythms: Unity in Diversity." Feb. 16.

>> "Life and Spiritual Resources: Toward a Personal Rule." Feb. 17.

The talks are free and open to the public. Each evening program will also include music by church musicians from several congregations and a question-and-answer forum with Jones. Refreshments will be served.

Reservations are required for a workshop from 9 a.m. to noon Monday, Feb. 18, on "Life and Spiritual Direction: Companions on the Journey." Call 522-9555 or write to firstunim001@hawaii.rr.com.

Jones was an ordained United Methodist minister for 40 years and taught at Yale, Princeton and the St. Paul School of Theology.

He was recently ordained a Roman Catholic priest and currently is a liaison for the United Methodist Church and Catholic Church in Missouri.

The Britt Lectures have been offered for 23 years through an endowment by the late Dr. Clarence Britt and his wife, Caroline Britt, of Tulsa, Okla.

Anglican priest to discuss Celtic model for Trinity

Celtic spirituality will be the theme of a retreat-workshop featuring the Rev. Philip Roderick of Oxford, England, March 2 at St. Andrew's Cathedral.

The session, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., will explore the Celtic model for the Trinity, ancient prayer postures and steps for integrating stillness and service, contemplation and action. Reservations at $75 may be made by calling Jenny Wallace, 524-2822, ext. 220.

The Anglican priest was born in Wales and has lectured at Oxford University and the University of Wales. He is a founder of the Quiet Garden Movement, an international retreat ministry.

He will also lead a retreat Feb. 22-24 at St. John's Episcopal Church in Kula, Maui. Reservations are $150 per person. Call the church office, 808-878-1485.

Choral and organ music offered at St. Andrew's

St. Andrew's Cathedral's continuing series of choral and organ presentations will be offered at 7:30 p.m. tomorrow.

The choir will perform works by Howells, Durufle and Mendelssohn. Organ compositions will include "Ave maris stella" by Langlais and music by Franck and Boellmann. Arlan Sunnarborg will conduct.

The Choral Evensong and Organ Recital at the downtown Honolulu Episcopal cathedral is presented on the first Sunday of each month during the months September through June.

The performance is free but calabash offerings are accepted.

Couples invited to renew vows on Valentine's Day

The Honolulu Church of Light is offering loving spouses an alternative to flowers or chocolates on Valentine's Day.

The church, at 1539 Kapiolani Blvd., will stage wedding vow renewal ceremonies throughout the day on Feb. 14 as a way for married couples to affirm their lasting commitment.

The $185 fee includes the minister, music, wedding decor and a certificate. For reservations, call 952-0880. Information is available at www.kirael.com.



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