Contemplative Retreat for Men: Finding Our Way to the Palace of Nowhere
Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery at our annual fall retreat, "Finding our Way to the Palace of Nowhere." Guided by experienced retreat leaders and long-time soul friends, Joel Blunk and Glenn Mitchell and inspired by Chaung Tzu's wisdom, delve into contemplative living amidst nature, community, and solitude. Engage in teachings, practices, and immersive activities to reconnect with your inner self. Reflect on the teachings of spiritual figures like Thomas Merton and Howard Thurman during meditative wanders. Share stories and laughter around the campfire, forging bonds of brotherhood. Leave revitalized, equipped with insights to navigate life's journey with clarity.
Scripture/Sermon Discussion Group
Join us for a deeper dive into the Sunday sermon and scriptures on Sundays at 9:30 am (online or in the conference room). A spirited and prayerful discussion is pretty much guaranteed! Feel free to drop in anytime.
Tuesdays With Marc - AM
Join Pastor Marc's group of early risers on Tuesdays at 7:30 am (in person or online) for an exploration of The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu and Douglas Abrams. In April 2015, Archbishop Tutu traveled to the Dalai Lama's home in Dharamsala, India, to celebrate His Holiness's 80th birthday and to create what they hoped would be a gift for others. They looked back on their long lives to answer a single burning question: How do we find joy in the face of life's inevitable suffering? This book captures their astonishing and unprecedented week together, from the first embrace to the final good-bye. The book study runs through December 19. Feel free to dip in and out as your schedule allows.
Tuesdays With Marc - PM
Join Pastor Marc on Tuesdays at 7:30 pm for an online exploration of Brian McLaren's Faith After Doubt: Why Your Beliefs Stopped Working and What to Do About It. Learn about a model of faith development (for yourself and your family) in which questions and doubts aren't the enemy of faith, but rather a portal to a more mature and fruitful type of faith. The book study runs through December 19. Feel free to dip in and out as your schedule allows.
English as a Second Language
Need help navigating the English language? Come to our ESL class, which focuses on language, literature, and culture. The leader of the class is Kathy Koop, who has a graduate degree in teaching English. The 90-minute class, which meets on Tuesdays at 10:30 am, is open to the public, and there is no charge.
ESL Bible Study
Once a week, adults who are learning English get together to study the Bible. The 90-minute class, which meets on Fridays at 1:00 pm, is open to the public and there is no charge. It is led by Kathy Koop, who has a graduate degree in teaching English.
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