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.
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.
Repairers of the Breach: Reconciling Division, Healing Community
September 25, 2021
Like the early church in Corinth, we struggle with division and disunity, but St. Paul tells us that we have been given “the ministry of reconciliation” (2 Corinthians 5, 18). This day of reflection will explore what that means and what we need for that ministry.
Mystic Chocolate for Body and Soul
September 1, 2021 – September 29, 2021
God’s grace is rich, extravagant and luscious. What better metaphor for God’s grace than chocolate! This chocolate-themed study series will help us learn more about God’s abundant grace while building relationships with other women.
Book Discussion: Spiritual Gems of Islam (Tuesdays)
June 8, 2021 – June 29, 2021
Over four sessions, we will explore this practical guide for spiritual seekers of any faith, Spiritual Gems of Islam: Insights and Practices from the Qur’an, Hadith, Rumi and Muslim Teaching by Imam Jamal Rahman.
Grieving: Healing from Loss
January 23, 2021 – February 20, 2021
We’ve all experienced loss in many ways over the last year. This can create a heavy burden to carry. Learn how grieving can help heal. Fr. Garry Richmeier will be joined by Annette D'Angelo and Marge Lavenburg for this free video on-demand program.
Brothers and Sisters All: Studying Pope Francis’ Call to Hope (Tuesday)
March 2, 2021 – March 23, 2021
Four session Study Group. Pope Francis’ latest encyclical, Fratelli Tutti is “a powerful cry from the heart of a pastor” offering new paths to heal a broken world. Written while the pope was in lockdown, it is “a blueprint for a world after coronavirus.”