Learning directly from a contemporary leading thinker can be exciting and inspiring. At Five Oaks we are thrilled to be able to offer this caliber of programming at least once a year that features a distinguished speaker who will offer lectures on contemporary theology, biblical studies or the practice of ministry in changing times. The …
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MICHAEL MORWOOD Oct 16-18, 2012 Tues 6:30 dinner thru Thurs lunch Cost $345 Our starting point will be contemporary data about our universe and the observable patterns of operation throughout the universe. We will use this starting point to consider, in a new light, who or what we mean by “God”, our relationship with this …
View course details “A Christian Spirituality for the 21st Century”

Tuesday, October 9 (6 pm supper) to Thursday, October 11 (1 pm) We live in the 21st century, a time when scientific discoveries have given us a “new story” of the Universe. In this retreat, Michael Morwood will lead us in an exploration of the implications of this “new story” on our understanding of God, …
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$350.00 Brian McLaren is the elder statesman in a movement called the “emerging church.” He is a bridge builder and gifted teacher connecting what separates us from God and one another, while introducing us to the hope that something is trying to be born both in and among us. Suzanne Stabile is a retreat director, …
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Peace and Friendship Gathering 2012 Aug 13 – Aug 17, 2012 Mon 1:00 PM – Fri 1:30 PM $0.00 This cross cultural Gathering invites you into an experiencee of living out our Peace and Friendship Treaties together. More information to come closer to the date. Please stay tuned for updates. Program Cost: TBA Leadership gkisedtanamoogk …
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Still Honest to God? Monday 16th – Thursday 19th July Ian Bradley and Peter Francis consider the influence and themes of John Robinson’s Honest to God. Written 50 years ago, it still challenges the Christian world. They outline their ideas for a revived liberal Christian agenda – Ian from a Presbyterian perspective and Peter from …
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Celtic Christianity Friday 20th – Sunday 22nd July Author and broadcaster, Ian Bradley explores the myths and realities of Celtic Christianity and ponders its relevance for contemporary Christians. Cost £195 – £225 residential, £175 non-residential For more information please visit the website.

Three Sacred Mothers of Wales Monday 23rd – Friday 27th July A five day exploration of Christian life in early medieval Wales through the lives of three women. The week will include visits to both Pennant Melangell and Winefride’s Well. Saints Melangell, Nonn and Winefride demonstrated unique faith, courage, and prayerful witness to the presence …
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Faith & Doubt Friday 28th – Sunday 30th September Writer and broadcaster Richard Holloway is well known as an outspoken and respected figure of the modern church in Britain. He frequently reminds people that the church should stand for inclusiveness and plurality, not singularity and exclusiveness. Cost £245 – £275 residential, £225 non-residential For more …
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Faith Matters in Urban Places Monday 3rd – Friday 7th December An opportunity for urban practitioners to discuss the importance of faith in dealing with issues in highly populated areas. Cost £185 – £215 residential, £165 non-residential For more information please visit the website.