As they leave the lecture hall or gather during a refreshment break or meal, conference participants are greeted with a ceaselessly changing vista.

At an altitude of nearly 7000 feet, the Deer Hill location feels closer to the interplay of light and darkness in the sky

Our feeling for space is enhanced as we survey the surrounding fields and mountains.

Even a nearby forest fire -- quickly quenched by heavy rainfall -- conveys a feeling of austere beauty.

Mesa Verde, a National Monument famous for the mystery of its ancient settlements, is less than two hours away from our conference site.

As our experience of space expands . . . .

. . . .our experience of time slows down . . . .

. . . . and even the intense pace of the conference is brought into balance.

The natural simplicity of the setting helps to foster the sense of renewal felt by many participants.

This is a conference experience in which we can be refreshed and breathe.