Teacher Training: July 7th – July 12th, 1997 in Mahwah, NJ

Host: Sr. Antonia Cooper, O.S.F., North Plainfield, NJ

On July 12, the 14 individuals who attended the training became Accredited [TCC teachers at Carmel Retreat in Mahwah, NJ]. It was so good to have 12 area teachers come [audit] during the week, with three staying full time. There are now 44 [TCC] teachers between New York and New Jersey!

My gratitude is extended to Ed for his fine leadership in training these new teachers who will continue to spread the CHI in these states. The week was a tough one, requiring much work, but everyone rose to the occasion, taking their responsibilities very seriously, so that the retreat setting offered large and small group practice and refinement during the day hours.

As the form evolved, insights were noticed (the bowling ball I was carrying just became a balloon!), the essence felt, as the form deepened. Noel’s demonstrations, explanation and input was a nice balance to that which Ed imparted.

Many thanks to each of you!