Year One: The City of God
The Akademia begins with a close reading of St. Augustine’s "City of God," guided by a scholar. Together we seek not mastery, but formation. Not speed, but depth. You will read, discuss, write, and reflect alongside a small band of co-learners.
A Small Circle by Design
The cohort is 9 participants. Enough for diverse voices, few enough for deep trust. Members are invited, not recruited. Six members are confirmed, two more will be considered and approved by Matt and Bill.
Sherpa Guided
We value our approach to learning in the classical style. But we need a guide to help ensure we don't fall into crevasses along the way. Each year, an expert guide will be selected to help us summit well at our annual retreat.
Annual Summit Retreat
The Akademia will culminate each year with a retreat of four days, three nights. The retreat will balance learning, reflection, and guided discussion with time for relaxation and recreation. Costs for food, accommodation, and the guide will shared equally.
Monthly Optional Check-in
The Akademia, while focused on the ongoing learning for the year, also recognizes that great learning happens among people who are on some journey toward what Aristotle called friendship. A monthly check-in call will allow peripatetics to talk about life, work, reading progress, and build camaraderie.
