The "Wisdom and Eloquence" conference offered last week by Father Petersen was wonderful. It is a cross between a Higher Things conference and a weekend Bible retreat. For three days we worshiped, studied and played. It was wonderful to see so many children as I am certain they out numbered the adults 4-1. Worship three times each day with the Sacrament every day was very refreshing and healing. The plenary with Father Bender was not only enlightening but it enhanced ones own ability to teach the Catechism. The sectionals provided a wide variety of topics that brought forth lively discussion and learning. The evening "fun" brought home simple yet fun ways to enjoy the family and family time.
All the way around it was done well and I highly recommended it for those who can get to Ft. Wayne for three days in August as I hope and presume it will be again next year. Check out Father Petersen's blog at http://redeemer-fortwayne.org/blog.php and you can see what went on.
Thanks again Dave, it was a pleasure and a privilege.
Here is a little more about what went on that I posted at my blog, including links to Pr. Stuckwisch's fine presentation with his wife and his beautiful sermon for the concluding divine service.
ReplyDeleteBy the way, Pr. Foy, your sectional on courtship and marriage was my favorite of the whole retreat. We should have an entire retreat devoted to that subject.