Description

Witness Mary Magadelene’s walk with Jesus, her deep grief at beholding the crucifixion, and profound encounter with Christ who anointed her as Apostle. Includes an introduction, workshop, meditation and dance. Written and performed by Betsey Beckman. Music by Charlie Bommarito. With guest Christine Valters Paintner.

Contents

  • 1

    Mary Magdalene Trailer

    • Mary Magdalene Trailer
  • 2

    Introduction

  • 3

    Mary Magdalene Dance

    • Mary Magdalene Dance
  • 4

    Mary Magdalene Meditation

    • Meditation
  • 5

    Mary Magdalene Workshop

    • Mary Magdalene Workshop

Dancer, Choreographer, and Producer

Betsey Beckman

Betsey Beckman, MM is internationally renowned for her artistry in movement prayer. As dancer, choreographer, storyteller, author, wife, mother (of a grown son), teacher, spiritual director, pilgrimage leader, and video producer, she is passionate about living life fully and fostering creativity and sacred space. Betsey received a BA in Theology from Georgetown University, where she also helped to establish the Georgetown University Liturgical Arts Community, and directed the Liturgical Dance Ministry. She went on to earn a Masters in Ministry at Seattle University, with an emphasis in spirituality. She has a certificate in Movement Therapy and is a SpiritPlay facilitator. Betsey co-wrote "Awakening the Creative Spirit: Bringing the Arts to Spiritual Direction" with Christine Valters Paintner of Abbey of the Arts. She collaborates with Christine on numerous retreats and pilgrimages, CDs, and DVDs.