The Universal Christ: A Book Conversation

Facilitated by Mike Reiling

This Zoom program will be a series of readings and conversations on chapters from Richard Rohr’s book The Universal Christ.
Participants will need a copy of the book.

$8 / Session

Richard Rohr in an accessible way brings together in this book a number of emerging developments in contemporary Christian spirituality.  First, is a recognition of the evolutionary nature of the universe as the way God acts, leading to a creation-centered view of life. Secondly, a renewed emphasis on the Christ present everywhere in the universe, from its scriptural roots in Wisdom literature, the letters of Paul,  and the Gospel of John. Finally, Rohr presents the Christ salvation event from the “alternative orthodoxy” of the Franciscan tradition.
Note, if you are a follower of Teilhard de Chardin SJ,  Richard Rohr brings his thought and spirituality “to your doorstep.”

Program Sessions:

Session 1: Introduction to the book, and Summary of Chapter 1
Session 2: Discussion of Chapters 2,3
Session 3: Discussion of Chapters 4,5
Session 4: Discussion of Chapters 6,7
Session 5: Discussion of Chapters 12,14,16

Anyone seeking to expand their Christian spiritual life and integrate it with scientific developments will benefit from reading and participating in group conversation about this book. “We live in a Christ-soaked world.”

Mike Reiling is an adult education program leader who facilitates programs in evolutionary spirituality, journal writing, and Tai Chi. Mike also coordinates a group regularly leading Taize Prayer.