Liturgy and Music Summer School 23-27 July 2012 Sneaton Castle, Whitby  ‘Behold, I stand at the door’ (Revelation 3.20)

Standing with Christ, looking out through the open door of faith (Acts 14.27), are we ready to invite those outside to come and meet Him, and join us in the journey that lasts a lifetime?

Our Theme:

As disciples, we recognise our relationship with Christ, who not only stands at the door, but describes Himself as ‘the door’ or ‘gate’ (John 10.9). We have been invited to ‘come in and go out and find pasture’, and in our turn, to make this invitation to all those who stand outside the gate. How can our rituals and liturgy become precious thresholds of identity and relationship for people coming from a whole complexity of situations? Can the liturgy propose faith, and help people find pathways to a home in the ‘holy, catholic and apostolic church’ that still bears the wounds of Christ? How can the Church share with them the graced life and freedom offered in Christ?

Through our liturgies and keynote talks, we will reflect together where we ourselves stand in relation to the 'threshold'. We will look at how we belong, who we meet at the 'door of faith', what they are seeking, and what might be our responses for people on the margins of our communities. Come and be challenged!

Our Venue:

This year we return, once again, to North Yorkshire and the popular venue of Sneaton Castle for our Summer School. Situated in beautiful and extensive grounds adjacent to St Hilda’s Priory, Sneaton is near the heart of the historic and picturesque seaside town of Whitby, affording easy access to the North Yorkshire Moors and coastline. Full board accommodation is in standard rooms.

Our Leaders:

Our Director of Liturgy is Caroline Dollard. Caroline has worked in the field of Adult Christian Formation since 1987, in catechesis and liturgy. Based at Ampleforth Abbey as a member of the Pastoral Team for the last 11 years, Caroline has a Masters Degree in Liturgy and, since September 2007, she has been a member of the Bishops’ Conference Department for Christian Life and Worship Formation Sub-Committee, involved in a number of liturgical projects.

The music will be led by Martin Barry. Martin has been Director of Music at St John's Cathedral, Salford, since 1995. He tries to bring diversity and inclusiveness to the cathedral's musical life, with roles both for an active singing assembly and an ambitious choir. He composes for the liturgy, and his music is published both in the UK and the US.

Our Workshops:

There are lots of workshops to choose from:

• Chant - Connecting with Early Christianity - Martin Baker (Master of Music, Westminster Cathedral) will explore this connection and suggest ways of adding this beautiful and effective musical style to your parish repertoire.

• Rite and Proper - A chance to explore, with Martin Foster, what we have learnt from celebrating with the new translation in the last year and what more the Missal may have to offer our understanding of the liturgy and preparation for its celebration.

• Composing and the Liturgy - Straitjacket or springboard? Serviceable or Inspirational? Bill Tamblyn will look at how composers can break the mould.

• Something for Organists - You’re always asking for it, so here it is! Catherine Christmas will inspire you to great things, or share some top tips and advice to help you play more effectively.

• Preparing for Eucharist - Supporting families as they prepare for children’s First Communions. Fr Allen Morris will share ways to help promote their deeper participation in the Mass.

• World Music - The world church sings better than we do! What have they got that we haven’t? Try out their songs in YOUR church. Come and sing ‘con belto’ with Bill Tamblyn and the best from the rest (of the world)!

• The Word of the Lord - 'The word is proclaimed in order that the Lord might speak to his people and that, pondering on his word, his people might be drawn into dialogue with him.' (Lectionary for Mass) Mary Rouse invites readers to refresh their skills and understanding of this important ministry.

• Pray Your Way - With the help of Myers Briggs, Kit Dollard will show why we prefer some types of spirituality - and prayer - over others.

• Who’s in Charge? - It’s not always the Music Directors! Catherine Christmas will explore ways of getting the most from your choir, whatever your resources.

Plus...

Talks and discussion, Liturgies, ‘Big Sings’, Bookshop, Bar and traditional social events.

Booking forms and our online booking facility will be available shortly. Be sure to put the date in your diary!

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