33rd Congress of the IARF

poster_preview_360w.jpgPlease join us for the 33rd Congress of the IARF to be held September 4-7th, 2010 in Kochi, Kerala India. The Congress which will bring together members from Chapters around the world will be held at the Catholic Renewal Center at Ernakulam, near Kochi. A pre- or post-tour of the sacred sites of India is planned as well. More information will be forthcoming. Please visit: http://iarf2010.blog126.fc2.com/

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