Current Conferences
“Looking for the Light While Sitting in the Dark: Film as Visual Parable”
Comparing several theological themes with those found in Scriptures, participants will develop a “theology of seeing,” focusing upon the divine amidst the secular. The group will watch and discuss several films, as well as film clips from such films as American Beauty; Babe; Crash; Erin Brocovich; and On the Waterfront, and come to see that these are similar to the parables Jesus told to challenge the people of his day. Although the emphasis will be upon the personal faith development of participants, various ways of using film in church will be touched upon. Participants will leave with a new or deepened vision of God and film, plus a list of over 600 films arranged according to theological categories.
Key Leader
- Edward McNulty, Walton, KY; retired Presbyterian pastor; publisher and editor of the quarterly film journal Visual Parables and writer of film reviews for Presbyterians Today; author of 11 books.
Program Fee
- On or before September 12: $96
- After September 12: $121
Scholarships are available for this conference.
Cost for Housing and Meals
(total due on or before September 12)
Rates are per person and include all room and meal charges for the entire conference (Friday supper-Sunday lunch). No adjustments to package will be made except for extended stay. Meals for children ages 5-11: $29; under 5: no charge. No room charge for children under 12 in the same room with parent(s).
Assembly Inn
- Single, Private Bath: $235
- Single, Connecting Bath: $197
- Double, Private Bath: $157 per person
- Double, Connecting Bath: $147 per person
Registration Information
Conference begins Friday, October 24, with registration 3:30-5 PM, Assembly Inn Lobby. Conference ends Sunday, October 26, with morning activities.
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.
Child care is not available for this program.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be received by September 12 in order to receive a full refund less a $25 service charge. Cancellations received after September 12, but on or before October 17, will receive a 50% refund of the conference fee and payments made toward room and meals charges (if applicable), less $40. No refunds will be issued after October 17. All requests must be in writing and received via email, fax, or U.S. mail.