Could planning be used as a spiritual discipline? We have all engaged in strategic planning, futuring, visioning and discernment. How do we look at these exercises from a spiritual perspective? What kind of discipline do we need? Is there a point where we are trying to control the Spirit? This session will draw on resources from our tradition which might inspire Spirit-filled planning to address the eldercare needs and offer quality of life opportunities to our aging women and men religious.
Charlie Bouchard, OP, STD
Fr. Charles Bouchard, OP, S.T.D., is senior director, theology and sponsorship at the Catholic Health Association of the United States (CHA). He counsels and assists sponsors and members of Catholic healthcare organizations in carrying out their canonical responsibilities for the health ministry of the Catholic Church and provides guidance for CEOs and boards regarding the distinctive roles of sponsorship and governance. He also works with Church leaders and bishops at the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and at the Holy See on a range of issues involving health care, social justice, public policy and the Church.