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Thomas Merton Society To Discuss Prayer, Social Justice

By Heather Cherone | November 11, 2014 5:13am
 Thomas Merton, an American Catholic writer, monk, poet and social activist, would have celebrated his 100th birthday in 2015.
Thomas Merton, an American Catholic writer, monk, poet and social activist, would have celebrated his 100th birthday in 2015.
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Thomas Merton Society

NORWOOD PARK — The Chicago chapter of the Thomas Merton Society will discuss prayer, contemplation and social justice at a Sunday event at Immaculate Conception Parish.

The society is is dedicated to promoting the work of Merton — an American Catholic writer, monk, poet and social activist — who would have celebrated his 100th birthday in 2015.

Thomas Merton: A Trustworthy Guide for Laypeople will be the topic at 2 p.m. Sunday at Immaculate Conception Parish Rectory Assembly, 7211 W. Talcott Ave.

Mike Brennan, coordinator of the Chicago chapter, will explore passages on prayer, contemplation and social justice. A discussion will follow.

Admission is free and refreshments will be served.

For more information, email Brennan at cc.itms@gmail.com or call 773-685-4736.

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