The Humanity of Thomas Merton
Contemplative Enrichment Day
Saturday, October 23, 2021
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (ET)
Sophfronia Scott, M.F.A.
Though Thomas Merton lived as a contemplative monk studying, writing, and praying, he remained vulnerable in his humanity, making him most accessible to us. Seen through the lens of grace, Merton’s teaching can help us learn to reach for God through our imperfections. During our time together, we will focus on developing a relationship with Merton’s spirituality that might deepen our own.
This program will be offered both in-person and online via Zoom. Information on how to access the program on Zoom will be sent to participants in advance.
This program will include a morning and an afternoon session of Centering Prayer.
Offering: $65 (includes lunch)
Presenter Profiles
Sophfronia Scott, M.F.A.
Sophfronia Scott, M.F.A., is director of Alma College’s Master’s program in Creative Writing and holds degrees from Harvard and the Vermont College of Fine Arts. A novelist, essayist, and contemplative thinker, her books include the newly-released The Seeker and the Monk: Everyday Conversations with Thomas Merton, as well as All I Need to Get By, Unforgivable Love, Love's Long Line, and This Child of Faith. Her work has appeared in Time, People and O, The Oprah Magazine. Learn more about Sophfronia at https://sophfronia.com/