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Nourish Your Spirit - this Saturday


 

Christ Church's Center for Spiritual Nourishment will provide opportunities for spiritual growth for CEC members and the larger community by offering an array of experiences that engage the mind, body, and spirit.  We will be tending to our souls in community! 


This Saturday, July 20, 2024

8:30 a.m. – 12 noon


Join for any or all of the morning as we offer:

 Contemplative Christianity and Meditation

Spiritual Direction Group

Science Supporting Spiritual Reality

Trauma and Spirituality

Exploring Thin Spaces & Liminal Places

Healing Liturgy Worship Service

  

Sessions will be scheduled throughout the morning, so drop in for a bit, or come for the entire event.


Our Schedule:


 

Session Descriptions

Drop in on any session, or participate in the entire series

(generally 4-6 weeks, depending on the series)

 

Spiritual Direction Group

led by Carol Abbott

located in the New Brick, Sanctuary

  • Practice listening deeply to each other using prompts from scripture, poetry, nature and our bodies.

  • These practices are designed to help us notice and respond to the Holy moving in our lives.



Contemplative Christianity & Meditation

led by Leah Chrest

located in Old Brick

  Learn (briefly) about the history of contemplative Christianity.  Experience the power of breath work and meditation.

  Discover how to inwardly attune ourselves to the Spirit’s voice.  Two sessions offered today (both are the same).



Science Supporting Spiritual Reality

led by George Toth

located in New Brick, Piano Room

  • Explore Near-Death Experience (NDE) evidence through the film “After Death.”

  • Immerse yourself in the evidence that true life lies in the spiritual realm waiting for each of us to choose living with our Creator, the God of infinite love, and His complete involvement in each of our lives.

  • Heed the call “Come now, let us reason together.” (Isaiah 1:18)



Thin Spaces and Liminal Places

led by Lee Gaby

located in the New Brick, Great Hall

  •  Experience a safe space for dialogue.

  •  Explore the meaning of “thin space” and “liminal place.”  Gain an understanding of the term “lifeline.”

  •  Have an opportunity for inner work.



Trauma & Spirituality

led by Michael Looney

located in the New Brick, Great Hall

  • Learn about the theory of trauma and it’s effects on mind, body, and spirit. Discover the importance of trauma-informed care for ourselves, our loved ones, and our community.

  • Discuss the role of the church in causing trauma, and how it can lead to our healing.

 


 

 And Mark Your Calendars for Upcoming Sessions!

Saturday, August 17


For more info, email

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