Cultivating Hope: Food, Farming and the Life of Faith

Cultivating Hope: Food Farming and the Life of Faith

Join us for an inspiring and transformative weekend with Dr. Norman Wirzba (Duke Divinity School) whose Alberta roots run deep. Raised on a farm just outside Lethbridge AB Dr. Wirzba brings a personal and profound perspective to the connections between faith food and hope. Through a thought-provoking public lecture hands-on workshop and engaging panel discussion you’ll gain fresh insights and practical ways to integrate faith and food into daily life. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of Alberta’s own as he shares his wisdom and experience!

🎟️ Details:

📅 Date: April 25–27 2025

📍Location: Grace Presbyterian Church Calgary AB

🚗 Parking: FREE - in our Indigo parking lots on 9 St SW and 15 Ave SW or on the street.

🚪 Entry: Use the West Chapel Doors (accessible) or Bell Tower Doors - (see map).

🍴Lunch: a hot meal sourced from local suppliers with gluten-free and vegan options

Weekend Highlights:

📖 Public Lecture: Forget Optimism – Choose Hope (Friday April 25 7:30 pm) - FREE

🍞 Food & Faith Workshop (Saturday April 26 9:30 am )

🌍 Panel Discussion on Food Security & Justice (Saturday April 26 1:00 pm)

🙏 Church Service with Dr. Wirzba (Sunday April 27 10:30 am) - FREE

🎟️ Limited Tickets Available – Secure Yours Today!

This is a ticketed event and spots are limited. Don't miss your chance to participate in this important and inspiring conversation.

Host or Publisher Jean Morris