The Annual Friends' Reception--An Enriching Evening

Friends:

The Annual Friends Reception--Sponsored by the Public Members of the Consortium Board of Trustees--took place this past Thursday Evening in the Atrium of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.

Fifty friends gathered this year to renew acquaintances--and to hear our Presenter, Rev. Dr. David Gortner of VTS speak of "Young Adults and the Church." I think that Dr. Gortner offered us many insights--drawn from his 'field research' and study. A point that sticks with me is that we complain about the absence of young adults--but often don't expend much personal energy or resources in engaging them.

It always is good to see Consortium friends that I don't see often enough--and learn from them. It is enriching.

I was happy that a dozen past and present trustees were in attendance. Two of our Honorary Sponsors were also able to make it--Major Steve Morris of the Salvation Army and Bishop John Byron Chane, Episcopal Bishop of Washington.

Thanks to all who made this event the Ninth Annual a success.

Peace,
John