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2012 A Day with Phyllis Tickle
July 6, 2012
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We 21st century Christians are living in a strange time, one that Bishop Mark Dyer has long since labeled as “A Giant Rummage Sale.” To understand what the good Bishop is saying and, more importantly, what it means for us here and now, acclaimed author and lecturer Phyllis Tickle will lead us in looking first at where we are and, secondly, at how we got here. The greater part of our emphasis, however, will be upon what it all means for the institutional Church and for us as Christians to be passing through such tumultuous times. We may even discover that some very invigorating, energetic, and God-drenched possibilities are awaiting us in the near future.
Phyllis Tickle, founding editor of the Religion Department of Publishers Weekly, the international journal of the book industry, is frequently quoted in print sources like USA TODAY, Christian Science Monitor, NY Times as well as in electronic media like PBS, NPR, The Hallmark Channel, and innumerable blogs and web sites. Tickle is an authority on religion in America and a much sought after lecturer on the subject.
In addition to lectures and numerous essays, articles, and interviews, Tickle is the author of over two dozen books in religion and spirituality, most recently The Great Emergence: How Christianity is Changing and Why and The Words of Jesus: A Gospel of the Sayings of Our Lord. She is also the author of the notable and popular The Divine Hours series.
Schedule for the Day
- 8:30-9:30 am – Registration
- 9:30-10:30 am – Plenary with Phyllis Tickle
- 10:30-11:00 am – Break
- 11:00-12:00 – Plenary with Phyllis Tickle
- 12:00-1:30 pm – Lunch in Galax Dining Room in Assembly Inn
- 1:30-2:30 pm – Plenary with Phyllis Tickle
- 2:30-2:45 pm – Break
- 2:45-3:15 pm – Closing Worship with Phyllis Tickle
Registration & Accommodations
Comprehensive Rates
Comprehensive rates below are per person and include conference fee, room in Assembly Inn for Thursday night, Friday breakfast and lunch, and a community services fee of $1 per adult for public services provided by the Town and the fire district.
Assembly Inn
- Single, Private Bath: $136.75
- Double, Private Bath: $97.75 per person
- Children 12 and older: $16.75
- Children ages 5-11: $8.50
- Children under 5: no charge
We have reserved a special room block for this conference. When you make your reservation online, you will be asked to enter the group ID “tickle” and password “montreat” to access these rooms. If you have any questions about the registration process, please email the registrar at SusanA[at]montreat.org or call 800.572.2257 ext. 339.
Register for comprehensive rate (program, housing, and meals)
Commuter Rate
Commuter rate below includes conference fee and lunch.
- $39.00 per person
Refund Policy
Cancellations must be received by May 25 to receive full refund less $10 service charge. Cancellations received after May 25, but on or before June 29, will receive a 50% refund of the conference fee and payments made toward room and meal charges (if applicable), less $40. No refunds will be issued after June 29. All requests must be made in writing and received via email, fax, or U.S. mail.
More Information
- Questions about registration? Email the registrar at SusanA[at]montreat.org.
- If you would like conference information mailed to you via U.S. mail, please email carolo[at]montreat.org.
- Daytime child care is available for this event. Additional charge applies. Pre-registration is required. Enrollment is limited. Download the Clubs Registration Form now! If you have children who have not completed 5-year old Kindergarten, please download a Clubs Medical Form for each child. Questions? Email the Clubs Registrar at clubsreg[at]montreat.org.
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