Celtic spirituality, rooted in the peoples who inhabited Ireland, Scotland and Wales during the 5th to 7th centuries, offers an approach to the life and journey of faith that blends with themes that many present day seekers find relevant. These include respect for the earth and the sacredness of all things, the beauty inherent in each person and how the Christian message enables its release, and a comfortable dynamic of reverence and familiarity in relating to God.
The stories of saints such as St. Brigit and St. Columba and the simple, poetic prayers of the people offer inspiration and models for our own walk.
This seminar will introduce you to the history, people and themes of Celtic spirituality and give you opportunity to experience some of the practices that nave nurtured the faith of many from their day to ours.
The seminar is presented by Dave Olson. There is no cost. All are welcome, no matter what stage you are on in your spiritual journey.
Dave Olson is a pilgrim who calls Holy Innocents home when he is in San Francisco. Dave has been traveling and making pilgrimages in Europe for the past 10 years, gaining an understanding of and deep appreciation for historic places, people and forms of the Christian faith. He is a pilgrimage guide in places like Italy, Germany and Ireland. Dave is an ordained minister (retired) with a doctorate in Christian spirituality. In addition to making and leading pilgrimages Dave teaches and writes on Christian spirituality, and occasionally pens a poem from his own journey.
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