Circles of Understanding
May 18, 2023
People from all faiths, races, cultures, orientations, ways of life and backgrounds are invited to share their stories with a diverse group of people as we come to a greater understanding of one another through prayerful listening. Begins with a simple meal.
6th Annual Iftar Dinner with the Dialogue Institute of Kansas City
April 19, 2023
Iftar is the meal that breaks the daylong fasts Muslims practice during their holy month of Ramadan. Join us this night for a meal hosted by our Muslim friends, sharing traditional Iftar foods.
The Eucharistic Spirituality of Teilhard de Chardin
February 23, 2023 – March 23, 2023
We will examine Eucharistic theology and practice prayer forms in light of the spirituality of the French Jesuit Teilhard de Chardin, who saw the Eucharist as a living symbol of the ongoing incarnation of the cosmos.
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2023
January 24, 2023
The Renewal Center and the Liberty-Area Ministerial Alliance will host prayer and study events during the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, an international observance jointly organized by the Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity and the World Council of Churches.
Book Study: The Universal Christ by Richard Rohr
October 18, 2022 – May 16, 2023
Facilitated by Fr. Garry Richmeier CPPS Drawing on scripture, history, and spiritual practice, Richard Rohr articulates a transformative view of Jesus Christ as a portrait of God’s constant, unfolding work in the world.
Bridges to Contemplative Living with Thomas Merton
September 15, 2022 – November 10, 2022
Take a journey with Merton toward spiritual transformation and a more contemplative, peace-filled life. Over five sessions you will learn from Merton about contemplative living through prayers, readings from Merton and other spiritual masters, along with questions for small group dialogue.
Letting Go of Nothing
July 14, 2022 – August 4, 2022
Learn how to let go of the thoughts and feelings that block happiness, impede change, and hinder self-acceptance. Based on Peter Russell’s book Letting Go of Nothing: Relax Your Mind and Discover the Wonder of Your True Nature.
The Inclusive Community: Jesus in Luke’s Gospel
February 12, 2022 – February 15, 2022
Who was the evangelist we call Luke? Why did he write his gospel? We will study these questions and explore the personal meaning of the scriptures by focusing on the lectionary readings from the Gospel of Luke that we will hear during Sunday liturgies in 2022.
Sacred Church – Sinful Church: Creating a community of lamentation and hope
November 20, 2021 – November 21, 2021
A weekend retreat for folks who have been hurt by the church they love. Using shared storytelling and prayer, Fr. Bill Nordenbrock will lead participants through lamentation to renewed hope.
Respect Life Challenge: A Call to Action
October 30, 2021
Join the Renewal Center on Saturday mornings in October for a series of discussions marking Respect Life Month. Meet people active in ministries that defend the “incomparable and inviolable worth of every human life.” Topics include: elder abuse, gun violence, mothers of homicide victims, the death penalty and more. An in-person and Zoom event.