Post on 01-Jul-2018
The Dr. Marie Noël Keller,RSM Institute on SacredScripture relates to those of all educationalbackgrounds with thesimplicity and elegance ofthe Scriptures themselves.
Misericordia UniversityCenter for Adult andContinuing Education
Founded by the Sisters of Mercy
The Joy of Scripture!A week of inspiring and
thought-provoking scripture
study at a location of quiet
beauty and seclusion for
meditation and respite, with
many recreational activities
on campus or nearby.
Institute
ScriptureJuly 29 – August 3, 2018
50th Anniversary
on Sacred
“Every year when I return to this
Institute on Sacred Scripture I
experience the Sacred in the
lectures, the hearts of the attendees
and in the campus personnel with
their sense of hospitality and mercy.
I am always filled and refreshed by
its grace.”—Kathleen Kaskel, RN, BCC
Mountain Top, PAAll arewelcome
Dr. Marie Noël Keller, RSM
Institute on Sacred ScriptureDr. Marie Noël Keller, RSM
Dr. Mary L. Coloe, pbvm Mary teaches in the field of New Testament studies, with a particular focus on
the Gospel of John. She has been teaching at the Australian Catholic
University, and has also taught at Boston College, the Jesuit School of
Theology Berkeley, and at the Ecce Homo Biblical Institute Jerusalem. She is a
member of the Studiorum Novi Testamenti Societas and other national and
international biblical associations. She was recently appointed by the
Pontifical Council for Christian Unity to participate in a 5 year Dialogue
between the Catholic Church and the Disciples of Christ. Publications: Go to Home Page
https://web.archive.org/web/20140821122150/http://marycoloe.org.au/homepage/
Dr. Barbara Green, O.P. Sr. Barbara is a member of the Sisters of St. Dominic, Congregation of the
Most Holy Name, from 1964 to the present. She has been teaching at the
Dominican School of Philosophy and Theology for over 25 years. Before that,
she taught religious studies at Dominican College in San Rafael and was
responsible for their Humanities Program. As a teacher, Barbara is best
captured in her own words: “I hope to inspire in my students a deep love of
the intellectual and spiritual tradition we have inherited in the study of the Bible.”
Through her scholarship, her entertaining personality and her deep love of the Word, she does just that!
At every level! Indeed, she was the recipient of the Graduate Theological Union’s 2016 Sarlo Excellence
in teaching Award. In addition to her scholarly writing, Dr. Green has also written several works of
imaginative fiction, each of which re-envisions a key bible story in the form of a contemporary mystery.
Rev. Bonnie Thurston, Ph.D. After years as an academic, Bonnie Thurston resigned as Chair and
Professorship in New Testament to live quietly in her home state of West
Virginia. She is author or editor of 21 theological works and six collections of
poetry and contributes to scholarly and popular periodicals. An
internationally known Thomas Merton Scholar, her doctoral dissertation was
one of the first on Thomas Merton. Her most recent books are Hidden in God:
Discovering the Desert Wisdom of Charles de Foucauld (Ave Maria Press, 2016),
All the Fullness of God: The Christ of Colossians (Wifp and Stock, 2017) and From Darkness to
Eastering (Wild Goose Press, 2017). Bonnie is an avid reader, gardener, cook, and classical music lover.
Presenters Dr. Marie Noël Keller, RSM, Th.D. Executive Director
“A week to reflect on Scripture…a real treasure! We are given so much to think about and
pray over. Plus the setting is friendly and accommodating.”—Carol Mello, OP
Fall River, MA
Sunday, July 29, 20182:30 pm – 4:00 pm Registration Gildea Hall, 1st Floor
5:00 pm – 6:15 pm Dinner Banks Dining Room
6:30 pm – 7:00 pm Opening Prayer and Announcements Sandy and Marlene Insalaco Hall
Conference Area
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Opening Session Sandy and Marlene Insalaco Hall
Conference Area
Engaging Job: Questions, Assumptions, Assertions, InsightsIssues Posed by the Book’s Frame and Its Questions
Dr. Barbara Green, O.P.
Afterwards Welcoming Reception Insalaco Café Area
Monday, July 30, 20187:00 am – 8:30 am Breakfast Banks Dining Room
8:30 am – 8:45 am Prayer and Announcements Conference Area
8:45 am – 10:15 am Morning Session 1 Conference Area
Gospel Beginnings: Unlocking the Synoptic Evangelists’ Concerns Every Gospel Has a Prologue: Synoptic Theories and Opening Gambits
Rev. Bonnie Thurston, Ph.D.
10:15 am – 10:45 am Coffee Break Insalaco Café Area
10:45 am – 12:15 pm Morning Session 2 Conference Area
Characters of Doubt and FaithThe Mother of Jesus: Simply Being There
Dr. Mary L. Coloe, pbvm
12:15 pm – 1:00 pm Lunch Banks Dining Room
4:15 pm – 5:00 pm Eucharist Conference Area
5:00 pm – 6:15 pm Dinner Banks Dining Room
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Evening Session Conference Area
Assumptions and Claims Exchanged Among Job and His Three Friends
Dr. Barbara Green, O.P.
Afterwards Social & Cinema Divina Conference Area
Schedule
“I have been attending this Institute since 2005 and I have always found it an enriching
experience. Beyond deepening my appreciation for and understanding of the Word,
I have benefitted from the fine and abundant food and drink and the socializing and
excellent hospitality.”
—Steven Casale, FSC
Philadelphia, PA
Tuesday, July 31, 20187:00 am – 8:30 am Breakfast Banks Dining Room
8:30 am – 8:45 am Prayer and Announcements Conference Area
8:45 am – 10:15 am Morning Session 1 Conference Area
Nicodemus: Wandering in the Dark
Dr. Mary L. Coloe, pbvm
10:15 am – 10:45 am Coffee Break Insalaco Café Area
10:45 am – 12:15 pm Morning Session 2 Conference Area
What Comes to be Central
Between Job and God
Dr. Barbara Green, O.P.
12:15 pm – 1:00 pm Lunch Banks Dining Room
4:15 pm – 5:00 pm Eucharist Conference Area
5:00 pm – 6:15 pm Dinner Banks Dining Room
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Evening Session Conference Area
Mark 1:1-8 (Or 11? Or 15?):
Letting Us in on the Secret
Rev. Bonnie Thurston, Ph.D.
Afterwards Social & Cinema Divina Conference Area
Wednesday, August 1, 20187:00 am – 8:30 am Breakfast Banks Dining Room
8:30 am – 8:45 am Prayer and Announcements Conference Area
8:45 am – 10:15 am Morning Session 1 Conference Area
Matthew 1-2: Heredity and
Environment, Fathers and Magi
Rev. Bonnie Thurston, Ph.D.
10:15 am – 10:45 am Coffee Break Insalaco Café Area
10:45 am – 12:15 pm Morning Session 2 Conference Area
The Samaritan Woman: Thirsting
Dr. Mary L. Coloe, pbvm
12:15 pm Group Photo Conference Area
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Lunch Banks Dining Room
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Mass of Thanksgiving Conference Area
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm Celebratory Dinner Banks Dining Room
6:45 pm – 8:15 pm Evening Session Conference Area
Pausing to Name and Sort Our Issues
Dr. Barbara Green, O.P.
Afterwards Social & Cinema Divina Conference Area
Schedule
Schedule Thursday, August 2, 20187:00 am – 8:30 am Breakfast Banks Dining Room
8:30 am – 8:45 am Prayer and Announcements Conference Area
8:45 am – 10:15 am Morning Session 1 Conference Area
What God Asserts and What Insights
Emerge for Job and for “Us”
Dr. Barbara Green, O.P.
10:15 am – 10:45 am Coffee Break Insalaco Café Area
10:45 am – 12:15 pm Morning Session 2 Conference Area
Martha, Mary and Lazarus: Dead Sure
Dr. Mary L. Coloe, pbvm
12:15 pm – 1:00 pm Lunch Banks Dining Room
4:15 pm – 5:00 pm Eucharist Conference Area
5:00 pm – 6:15 pm Dinner Banks Dining Room
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Evening Session Conference Area
Luke 1-2: Chiaisms and Annunciations,
Mothers and Shepherds
Rev. Bonnie Thurston, Ph.D.
8:00 pm Farewell Reception Insalaco Café Area
Friday, August 3, 20187:00 am – 8:00 am Breakfast Banks Dining Room
8:00 am – 8:30 am Mass Conference Area
8:45 am – 10:15 am Morning Session 1 Conference Area
Thomas: I Can’t Believe
Dr. Mary L. Coloe, pbvm
10:15 am – 10:30 am Coffee Break Insalaco Café Area
10:30 am – 12:00 pm Morning Session 2 Conference Area
Luke 1-2 Continued, and
Closing Reflections on Prologues
Rev. Bonnie Thurston, Ph.D.
12:00 pm Closing Prayer Conference Area
Lunch and Departure Banks Dining Room
“This Institute is my annual shot of adrenaline. It brings the Scriptures and Christian
Community to the next level! Such a gift!”
—Carol Perry, OSU
Kingston, NY
Registration Dr. Marie Noël Keller, RSM Institute on Sacred Scripture
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COST $100 deposit required with remainder due before the workshop begins. Comprehensive residential fee
includes single or double room, all materials, breaks, socials, meals, and campus recreational facilities.
INSTITUTE COST:
Single air-conditioned bedroom (shared bathroom) $750.00 Two or more from the same group $690.00
(single bedroom/shared bathroom)
Commuter rate $515.00
Includes meals, breaks, socials, workshop, and materials, and shuttle service
One-day and individual session rates also available. Call 570-674-6161 or email muconf@misericordia.edu for
more information.
The other members in my group are:____________________________________________________________
NOTE: EXTRA NIGHT STAY LIMITED TO ONE DAY BEFORE INSTITUTE DUE TO OTHER UNIVERSITY
ACTIVITIES.
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2018
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RECREATIONDuring the week, there will be
ample opportunity for formal
and informal social activities and
the utilization of campus leisure
facilities, including a swimming
pool and fitness center. Enjoy the
indoor or outdoor walking tracks
or a leisurely stroll around scenic
campus grounds.
LOCATIONMisericordia University is located
on a spacious 124-acre campus
nine miles north of Wilkes-Barre,
Pennsylvania, and only 2 1/2
hours from both New York and
Philadelphia. The Wilkes-Barre
area is conveniently served by
several major airlines through
the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton
International Airport, as well as a
number of commuter services,
interstate bus companies,
Interstates 80, 81, 84, and 476.
LODGING/MEALSEnjoy room accommodations in
modern air-conditioned residence
facilities. Linens and bedding
provided. The fee for residents
includes housing, all meals,
breaks, socials and conference
materials. Commuter fee includes
meals, breaks, socials and
conference materials.
TRANSPORTATIONMisericordia University offers free
shuttle service to and from the
Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton
International Airport and
Wilkes-Barre bus terminals if
arrangements are made in advance.
APPLICABLE DISCOUNTSPhotocopy registration form as
needed. One registration form per
person, please. Group
registrations must include the
names of others in your group on
your registration form at the time
of registration.
EXTENDED STAYIf you need to arrive a day early to
accommodate your travel plans,
housing arrangements may be
arranged. Note: Extra stay limited
to one day before Institute due
to other University activities.
There is no charge for extra
night’s housing; meals are not
included, but off campus choices
are available.
CONFIRMATIONRegistrations are confirmed by
mail. Travel and other information
will be included with your
registration confirmation which
will be mailed to you no later than
2 weeks before the conference.
CANCELLATIONFor cancellations, a substitute may
be sent in your place, but you must
notify the Center for Adult and
Continuing Education. If
cancellation is made up to 5
working days before the Institute
begins, a full refund less a $50
processing fee will be refunded.
REGISTER EARLY—PROGRAMS FILL QUICKLY.
Register Early — Program Fills Quickly
Mail Misericordia University Dr. Marie Noël Keller, RSM Institute on Sacred Scripture 301 Lake Street Dallas, PA 18612-1090
Phone (570) 674-6161 Office hours Mon.-Thurs. 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Fri. 8:30 am-4:00 pm; Hours vary around holidays. Messages can be left at this number.
FAX (570) 674-6232 24 hours a day!
E-mail muconf@misericordia.edu for general inquiries
Web www.misericordia.edu/conferences
Helpful Information
Institute on Sacred ScriptureDr. Marie Noël Keller, RSM
301 Lake Street
Dallas, PA 18612-1090
Center for Adult and Continuing Education
“This Institute is a spiritual charging
station, crackling with joy and energy!
What a privilege it was to plug in and
absorb this unique source of power.”
—Donna Brumbaugh
Union, NJ
“This Institute is always the first thing
on my summer calendar. It has
everything, spiritual and intellectual
growth, good company that soon
become friends, lots of food,
revelation, and a special kind of peace
that helps you forget all the bothers
you the rest of the year.”
—Msgr. Thomas Candreva
Long Beach, NY