A Weekend with Diana Butler Bass March 21-23, 2019| Lake Junaluska, NC More and more people are finding God beyond the walls of traditional religious institutions, but these seekers often miss the church community itself, including its shared spiritual practices such as gratitude. During this 2 night event in the mountains of western North Carolina, author and leading trend spotter in contemporary Christianity, Diana Butler Bass will explore why gratitude is missing as a modern spiritual practice, offer practical suggestions for reclaiming it, and illuminate how the shared practice of gratitude can lead to greater connection with God, our world, and our own souls. Diana Butler Bass is an award-winning author and internationally known public speaker and thought leader on issues of spirituality, religion, culture, and politics. She has appeared on CNN, MSNBC, PBS, CBS, and FOX, has been interviewed on numerous radio programs, including shows on NPR, CBC, and Sirius XM, and has work featured in numerous print and online newspapers and magazines including Time, USA Today, and the Los Angeles Times. She holds a PhD. From Duke University. Program Registration: ($225/person) includes 4 sessions with Diana Butler Bass, worship, optional workshops, and 1 CEU Credit. Lodging and Meal Packages: Include 2 nights lodging, breakfast on Friday through breakfast on Saturday. Packages may be purchased separately through Lake Junaluska Conference Center, 800.222.4930. (Package prices available through February 21, 2019.) www.lakejunaluska.com Lodging Options: The Terrace: Single Room $296/person; Double Room $171/person Lambuth Inn: Single Room $242/person; Double Room $144/person Additional Leadership: Jennifer McSwain Martin, Ken Morgan Learn more and register for the event at: www.firstlightproductions.org or contact Jennifer McSwain Martin, [email protected] .