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LARCUM 2027 will explore theological anthropology under the title "Fearfully & Wonderfully Made: Can We Be Human?" 10- 12 May 2027 at at Saint John XXIII Pastoral Center, Charleston, WV.To learn more about LARCUM visit http://wv-wmd.org/LARCUM/.
Details about LARCUM 2027 will be posted in the new year. Until then, let's tell you about LARCUM in general...
What Is LARCUM WV?
LARCUM WV is a four-partner conference held annually in WV (except when there is a pandemic):
▫ Lutheran — The West Virginia-Western Maryland Synod, ELCA;
▫ Anglican — The Episcopal Diocese of West Virginia;
▫ Roman Catholic — The Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston; and
▫ United Methodist — The West Virginia Conference.
LARCUM WV began as ARC (Anglican-Roman Catholic Dialogue) more than forty years ago. After several years, the Lutherans were invited to join, and the dialogue was renamed LARC. LARC WV. meeting for three decades, was the longest running LARC in the USA. A little over ten years ago, the United Methodist were invited to join, and we changed our name to LARCUM.
LARCUM planning is a joint activity of the four traditions. Each tradition has a member on the planning team, the planning team member being appointed by the tradition's judicatory head. The planning team members meet periodically throughout the year to plan the event around the selected theme This planning includes the securing of presenters, setting of the agenda, planning meals, setting fees, organizing the venue, arranging for lodging, organizing worship, and more.
The topic for each LARCUM Conference is selected by the participants of the preceding LARCUM Conference.
Method?
Most of the time—well, almost always—each tradition brings its own presenter, and each presenter is then given two-three hours in formal session. Outside of formal sessions, there are meals, social hours, and free time, providing plenty of opportunity for informal conversation among participants. One can also use free time for private prayer, refreshment, study, etc.). There is also worship, with each tradition taking its turn leading services, allowing participants to enjoy what each tradition has to offer.
Who Can Attend LARCUM?
One does not need to be a member of the participating judicatories to attend. If you are interested in the topic or want to enjoy conversation with folk from different traditions, you are most welcome. LARCUM is open to laity and clergy. LARCUM is also open to folks from beyond the borders of WV.
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Event venue
St. John XXIII Pastoral Center, 100 Hodges Road,Charleston,WV,United States
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