In the contemplation of the earth, I know I am surrounded by the love of God.
— Howard Thurman
Shalem retreat day leader Lerita Coleman Brown has created this retreat day to further explore Howard Thurman’s life and contemplative witness and what it might mean for us in today’s challenging world. Centered on Thurman’s writing in Jesus and the Disinherited, this is a special opportunity to experience Thurman’s enduring and inspiring life and words.
Overview
Through audio teaching, guided meditation, reflection questions and invitations into silence, Lerita Coleman Brown invites you into intentional quiet space to reflect on Howard Thurman’s life and book, Jesus and the Disinherited.
Retreat Schedule
Below is an outline of the Morning and Afternoon sessions. Give yourself ample time for each session and spacious silence. In addition to the sessions, the retreat day includes a Bibliography and Resource section.
Morning Session
Retreat Intro and Teaching 1: Holy Coincidences in Howard Thurman’s Life with Lerita Coleman Brown (20 min)
Reflection Questions: Silent time for reflection, pondering questions and journaling.
Teaching 2: Jesus and the Disinherited with Lerita Coleman Brown (6 minutes)
Reflection Questions: Silent time for reflection, pondering questions and journaling.
Afternoon Session
Teaching 3: Fear, Deception and Jesus (chapters 2 and 3) with Lerita Coleman Brown (10 minutes)
Reflection Questions: Silent time for reflection, pondering questions and journaling.
Teaching 4: Hatred and Love (chapters 4 and 5) with Lerita Coleman Brown (20 minutes)
Reflection Questions: Silent time for reflection, pondering questions and journaling.
Technical requirements: The retreat website can be accessed on any computer or tablet. Resources and audio reflections are hosted by YouTube and SoundCloud. Access your retreat immediately upon purchase, via a link in your receipt email.