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Baccalaureate – June 8

Please join us on the Saturday of commencement weekend for Baccalaureate: the multifaith expression of the spiritual journey of the class of 2019. As the seniors have made their journey through Lawrence, the education of the mind has been just one of the goals. Along the way, a spiritual journey has also occurred. Baccalaureate will have student designed expressions, call to prayer and tributes through song, written word, and movement. Their chosen words, movement and music are sourced from the sacred and the secular, the ancient as well as the contemporary. Those on campus and their families are welcomed to the chapel to take part in this service. Join us in sharing this spiritual telling of the Lawrence journey. Saturday, June 8 11am Lawrence Memorial Chapel

Fourth Friday Lunch


Celebrating Others:  For us as staff and faculty, graduation is often a time to celebrate others, whether it is family members or our students.  Please join us for a conversation about how we do this well while leaving space for others.
Come as you are. No RSVP required.

Faculty and staff are invited for soup and salad at Sabin House
Friday, May 24
Noon

Ramadan beginning May 6

Join the Office of Spiritual and Religious Life as we move forward in support of the activities and traditions of Ramadan.

Look for campus posters to educate yourself on the significance and meaning of this holiday, read the Leading with Diversity blog for perspectives on working with and teaching to Muslims during Ramadan, and visit the Spiritual and Religious Life webpage to understand how Lawrence is supporting the Muslim community.

Ramadan is approaching and a host of services will be available during this time of fasting, prayer and reflection for the Muslim community. 

In 2019, Ramadan will run approximately May 6 through June 5, according to the Muslim lunar calendar. 

Fourth Friday Soup and Salad

In our moments of despair we feel abandoned, alone, and hopeless. Yet, looking back, these desert times can also be the most powerful impetus for growth and change. Bring a story about resurrection in your life to share.

Employees of Lawrence are welcome to join in the discussion and enjoy a light lunch as provided by the Office of Spiritual and religious Life. Or, bring your own lunch and connect with your fellow faculty and staff.

Friday, April 26
Noon
Center for Spiritual and Religious Life / Sabin House


Let’s Talk About Time – Community Conversations

In the busy culture that surrounds us, this is a time for students, staff and faculty to come together and talk about time, what it means to us as how we use it. Please select the time or location that works best and join us for this Community Conversation.

Monday, April 15th 4pm-5pm
Sabin House Living Room

Tuesday, April 16th   7pm-8pm
Meade Witter Room

Thursday, April 18, 2019  4pm-5pm
Sabin House Living Room 

Friday, April 19, 2019   12pm-1pm
Harper Hall

Atheist Dialogue – April 7th

The Center for Spiritual and Religious Life is a welcoming space for those of many faiths and beliefs around spirituality and religion. It is the campus space where all perspectives of spiritual thought can be considered and explored.

This weekend we will be welcoming conversation and reflection for those who identify as atheist, agnostic, non-believers, secular humanists, or questioning.

Open to Lawrence students, faculty, staff and alumni, the discussion will be led by senior Lawrentian and Interfaith Activator Emily Midyette.

1-2:30pm
Sabin House Living Room