Events

No Guilty Bystander: The Extraordinary Life of Bishop Thomas Gumbleton

July 27, 2023

Watch Party! Orbis Books is releasing a new, major biography of Bishop Tom Gumbleton this summer. They are hosting a launch party for the book in Detroit with the authors and Bishop Gumbleton as guests of honor. We’ll be watching the livestream of that event. Join Us!

Holocaust Day of Remembrance & Resistance

May 1, 2023

Join the Renewal Center for a service to memorialize those who were killed during the Holocaust and to resist hatred in all forms, prevent genocide, and promote human dignity.

Savor the Moments: Patience

March 1, 2023 – March 29, 2023

Savor the Moments is your totally relevant five-week scripture series for women that helps you develop relationships with other women as you grow in your relationship with God.

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.

Winter Solstice Celebration: A Winter’s Dream

December 21, 2022

Fr. Joe Nassal will lead us on our annual Winter Solstice celebration, the theme is “A Winter’s Dream: Waking up to the Promise of Peace.” We will take a contemplative walk to the Reconciliation Labyrinth with luminaries to light the way and conclude with a simple supper.

A Taste of Freedom: Self-control

September 28, 2022 – October 26, 2022

A Taste of Freedom is your totally relevant five-week scripture series for women that helps you develop relationships with other women as you grow in your relationship with God.

Creating a Connected World: Social Justice Camp for Youth

June 7, 2022 – June 8, 2022

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. Youth (grades 7 and up) from the Kansas City Metro Area will gather for empowering talks, fun crafts and socializing. The aim is to know yourself better and meet new friends.

A Spa for the Heart and Soul

April 20, 2022 – May 18, 2022

The Heart Spa is your totally relevant six-week scripture series for women that helps you develop relationships with other women as you grow in your relationship with God.

Haunted by God: The Life of Dorothy Day

December 6, 2021

An acclaimed one-woman show about an American Catholic hero produced by Still Point Theatre Collective. It’s been called "a compelling warts-and-all portrait" and "a wonderfully uplifting theater experience.”

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.