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SUMMARY:Spiritual Searcher: NakedPastor\, David Hayward
DESCRIPTION:A Weekend with David Hayward\, NakedPastor\n\nFriday\, November 1\nReception and Art Exhibit\n6:30-8:30 pm\nSaturday\, November 2\nPresentation and Q & A\n9:30 am-12:30 pm\nFirst Community North\nAbout NakedPastor\nRegister HERE\n  \nFriday’s event is a ticketed reception and art exhibit that will be catered by Steven’s Catering. David will have several of his prints available and additional books for purchase. It will be an intimate event with a sneak peek of the extended presentation he will provide on Saturday. \nPre-registering guarantees a copy of David’s latest book that he is happy to autograph at the reception or after the presentation on Saturday. \nOn Saturday\, David will return for a presentation and question and answer session entitled “Creative Deconstruction”. This is a free event\, and while registration is not required\, it is appreciated\, and registrants are offered an opportunity to submit a question to David that he may get to answer on Saturday. \nListen to The Spirituality Podcast here. It is a conversation between Rev. Seth Stearns and David Hayward and they are joined by Alejandro Rodriguez\, Executive Director of the Spirituality Network. \nAny questions\, please email JBratka@FCchurch.com\, Program Administrator
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/spiritual-searcher-nakedpastor-david-hayward/2024-11-02/
LOCATION:First Community North\, 3777 Dublin Rd\, Columbus\, OH\, 43221\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Event,Progressive Christianity,Spiritual Searcher
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T183000
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SUMMARY:Spiritual Searcher: NakedPastor\, David Hayward
DESCRIPTION:A Weekend with David Hayward\, NakedPastor\n\nFriday\, November 1\nReception and Art Exhibit\n6:30-8:30 pm\nSaturday\, November 2\nPresentation and Q & A\n9:30 am-12:30 pm\nFirst Community North\nAbout NakedPastor\nRegister HERE\n  \nFriday’s event is a ticketed reception and art exhibit that will be catered by Steven’s Catering. David will have several of his prints available and additional books for purchase. It will be an intimate event with a sneak peek of the extended presentation he will provide on Saturday. \nPre-registering guarantees a copy of David’s latest book that he is happy to autograph at the reception or after the presentation on Saturday. \nOn Saturday\, David will return for a presentation and question and answer session entitled “Creative Deconstruction”. This is a free event\, and while registration is not required\, it is appreciated\, and registrants are offered an opportunity to submit a question to David that he may get to answer on Saturday. \nListen to The Spirituality Podcast here. It is a conversation between Rev. Seth Stearns and David Hayward and they are joined by Alejandro Rodriguez\, Executive Director of the Spirituality Network. \nAny questions\, please email JBratka@FCchurch.com\, Program Administrator
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/spiritual-searcher-nakedpastor-david-hayward/2024-11-01/
LOCATION:First Community North\, 3777 Dublin Rd\, Columbus\, OH\, 43221\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Event,Progressive Christianity,Spiritual Searcher
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20240521T203026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T135843Z
UID:10001833-1730368800-1730374200@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Thursday at Ten: Spiritual Explorations
DESCRIPTION:Thursday at 10\n\nEvery Thursday \n10-11:30 am \non Zoom \nThursday’s at Ten will once again be meeting beginning Thursday\, September 12 on Zoom. Over many years this group has read\, viewed\, studied\, and met with a number of inspiring authors and speakers on a variety of topics. As we explore  areas of  spirituality and religion as well as current topics such as relating to others\, being your authentic self\, and being in this world in a kind and understanding way\, we hope to inspire each participant through open discussion and dialogue. \nWith the divisive nature of our country and the upcoming elections\, our first book will be I Never Thought of it That Way by Monica Guzman. This book may remind many of us of our session in Faith and America Politics prior to the 2008 Presidential Election\, when living our faith while staying true to our values often collided with our understanding of other perspectives. \nOur first session will be an intro to the year and setting the stage for our reading of Guzman’s book. We hope you can join us! \nFacilitated by Connie Johnston. \nAny Question\, please email Jen Bratka\, Spiritual Life & Learning Center\, Program Administrator \n\nPlease register HERE to receive the Zoom Link.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/event-title-3-2-2-3-2-2/2024-10-31/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Online Event,Small Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20230829T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184134Z
UID:10002059-1730280600-1730286000@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Women Living the Questions
DESCRIPTION:“Perhaps the secret of living well is not in having all the answers\, but in pursuing unanswerable questions in good company.” ~Rachel Naomi Remen \nWomen Living the Questions welcomes any woman who wishes to pursue difficult questions about what really matters in life in a safe and supportive environment. Books\, videos\, and the occasional guest speaker support discussions. \nMeetings are Wednesdays at 9:30 – 11 am. We meet in person\, at First Community North\, Room 101\, and also on Zoom if you’d prefer. \nEmail Linda Baldeck for more information\, or click HERE to register.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/event-1-recurring-2/2024-10-30/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Hybrid Event,Small Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Linda Baldeck":MAILTO:lbaldeck927@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20240904T140928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T164214Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Intersections
DESCRIPTION:Sundays\n12:30-1:30 pm\nFirst Community North\nRoom 101\nAdult Sunday school returns to First Community during Sunday Intersections-Where Spirituality\, Life\, & Learning converge.\nOur gatherings will explore a variety of issues through presentations\, reflection\, and discussion. \nThis spring\, will watch the Prophetic Voices Film Series and discuss. \nFeb 9\,16\, 23: Bonhoeffer\nMarch 2\, 9: Reinhold Niebuhr\nMarch 16\, 23: Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel\nMarch 30\, April 6: Dorothy Day\nApril 13\, 20: Not Meeting (Holy Week)\nApril 27\, May 4: Howard Thurman \nRegistration is not required\, but appreciated. Let us know you’ll join us by clicking HERE. \nAny questions\, please email Jen Bratka\, Program Administrator.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/sunday-intersections/2024-10-27/
LOCATION:First Community North\, 3777 Dublin Rd\, Columbus\, OH\, 43221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conversation,In-Person Event,Small Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.spiritual-center.org/wp-content/uploads/Intersections-Mar-email-social-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20240829T182035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T182219Z
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SUMMARY:Group Spiritual Direction
DESCRIPTION:Fourth* Sundays\n12:15-1:30 pm\nFirst Community North\nRoom 107 (Parlor)\nOctober 27\, November 24\, December 15*\nJanuary 26\, February 23\, March 23\, April 27\nRegister HERE\n\n\nMonthly Group Spiritual Direction Gatherings\nInterested in exploring your spiritual growth and development? \nIf so\, perhaps group spiritual direction is a journey you might consider. \nWhat is Group Spiritual Direction?\nThis ministry offers the opportunity for greater awareness of divine presence or what matters most. \nWho may participate in Group Spiritual Direction?\nThese gatherings are open to everyone. All are welcome. \nWhat does Group Spiritual Direction Offer?\n– A space for spiritual exploration and spiritual growth. \n– Spiritual practices such as loving-kindness contemplation\, Tonglen\, Lectio Divina\, meditation\, breath practices and more will be offered as pathways to recognizing the divine or what matters most. \n– An opportunity to share our spiritual stories. \n– A place to use our “holy listening” skills as others share their stories. \n– Support in learning how to recognize the divine presence or what matters most. \n– An opportunity for deepening our relationship with God or what matters most. \n– Confidence in following our nudges from the divine or what matters most. \nQuestions?\nPlease email Jodi Patton\, facilitator\, at Jodilynne737@gmail.com or Jen Bratka\, Program Administrator at JBratka@FCchurch.com. \n*Please note that December’s date is the THIRD Sunday of the month.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/group-spiritual-direction-4/2024-10-27/
LOCATION:First Community North\, 3777 Dublin Rd\, Columbus\, OH\, 43221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conversation,In-Person Event,Spiritual Direction
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20240830T191857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T134653Z
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SUMMARY:Bible 101
DESCRIPTION:Sundays\nOctober 13-November 17\, 2024\n9-10 am\nFirst Community South\nLibrary\nRegister HERE\nJoin the Spiritual Life & Learning Center and facilitators Judy and David Westman as we explore a foundational knowledge of the Bible through the lens of the theology of First Community. \nTopics include: \n\nWhat is the Bible?\nCovenants\nLiterature\nStudying\nGospels\nPaul’s Letters\n\nQuestions?\nPlease email Jen Bratka\, Program Administrator\, at JBratka@FCchurch.com.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/bible-101/2024-10-27/
LOCATION:First Community South\, 1320 Cambridge Blvd\, Columbus\, OH 43212\, Columbus\, OH\, 43212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bible Study,In-Person Event,Small Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20240521T203026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T135843Z
UID:10001832-1729764000-1729769400@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Thursday at Ten: Spiritual Explorations
DESCRIPTION:Thursday at 10\n\nEvery Thursday \n10-11:30 am \non Zoom \nThursday’s at Ten will once again be meeting beginning Thursday\, September 12 on Zoom. Over many years this group has read\, viewed\, studied\, and met with a number of inspiring authors and speakers on a variety of topics. As we explore  areas of  spirituality and religion as well as current topics such as relating to others\, being your authentic self\, and being in this world in a kind and understanding way\, we hope to inspire each participant through open discussion and dialogue. \nWith the divisive nature of our country and the upcoming elections\, our first book will be I Never Thought of it That Way by Monica Guzman. This book may remind many of us of our session in Faith and America Politics prior to the 2008 Presidential Election\, when living our faith while staying true to our values often collided with our understanding of other perspectives. \nOur first session will be an intro to the year and setting the stage for our reading of Guzman’s book. We hope you can join us! \nFacilitated by Connie Johnston. \nAny Question\, please email Jen Bratka\, Spiritual Life & Learning Center\, Program Administrator \n\nPlease register HERE to receive the Zoom Link.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/event-title-3-2-2-3-2-2/2024-10-24/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Online Event,Small Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.spiritual-center.org/wp-content/uploads/Thursday-at-10-email-social.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20230829T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184134Z
UID:10002058-1729675800-1729681200@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Women Living the Questions
DESCRIPTION:“Perhaps the secret of living well is not in having all the answers\, but in pursuing unanswerable questions in good company.” ~Rachel Naomi Remen \nWomen Living the Questions welcomes any woman who wishes to pursue difficult questions about what really matters in life in a safe and supportive environment. Books\, videos\, and the occasional guest speaker support discussions. \nMeetings are Wednesdays at 9:30 – 11 am. We meet in person\, at First Community North\, Room 101\, and also on Zoom if you’d prefer. \nEmail Linda Baldeck for more information\, or click HERE to register.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/event-1-recurring-2/2024-10-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Hybrid Event,Small Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.spiritual-center.org/wp-content/uploads/WLTQ-email-social-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Linda Baldeck":MAILTO:lbaldeck927@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20240904T140928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T164214Z
UID:10001863-1729427400-1729431000@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Intersections
DESCRIPTION:Sundays\n12:30-1:30 pm\nFirst Community North\nRoom 101\nAdult Sunday school returns to First Community during Sunday Intersections-Where Spirituality\, Life\, & Learning converge.\nOur gatherings will explore a variety of issues through presentations\, reflection\, and discussion. \nThis spring\, will watch the Prophetic Voices Film Series and discuss. \nFeb 9\,16\, 23: Bonhoeffer\nMarch 2\, 9: Reinhold Niebuhr\nMarch 16\, 23: Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel\nMarch 30\, April 6: Dorothy Day\nApril 13\, 20: Not Meeting (Holy Week)\nApril 27\, May 4: Howard Thurman \nRegistration is not required\, but appreciated. Let us know you’ll join us by clicking HERE. \nAny questions\, please email Jen Bratka\, Program Administrator.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/sunday-intersections/2024-10-20/
LOCATION:First Community North\, 3777 Dublin Rd\, Columbus\, OH\, 43221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conversation,In-Person Event,Small Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.spiritual-center.org/wp-content/uploads/Intersections-Mar-email-social-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20240830T191857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T134653Z
UID:10001818-1729414800-1729418400@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Bible 101
DESCRIPTION:Sundays\nOctober 13-November 17\, 2024\n9-10 am\nFirst Community South\nLibrary\nRegister HERE\nJoin the Spiritual Life & Learning Center and facilitators Judy and David Westman as we explore a foundational knowledge of the Bible through the lens of the theology of First Community. \nTopics include: \n\nWhat is the Bible?\nCovenants\nLiterature\nStudying\nGospels\nPaul’s Letters\n\nQuestions?\nPlease email Jen Bratka\, Program Administrator\, at JBratka@FCchurch.com.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/bible-101/2024-10-20/
LOCATION:First Community South\, 1320 Cambridge Blvd\, Columbus\, OH 43212\, Columbus\, OH\, 43212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bible Study,In-Person Event,Small Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.spiritual-center.org/wp-content/uploads/Bible-101-10.13-email-social.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20240521T203026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T135843Z
UID:10001831-1729159200-1729164600@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Thursday at Ten: Spiritual Explorations
DESCRIPTION:Thursday at 10\n\nEvery Thursday \n10-11:30 am \non Zoom \nThursday’s at Ten will once again be meeting beginning Thursday\, September 12 on Zoom. Over many years this group has read\, viewed\, studied\, and met with a number of inspiring authors and speakers on a variety of topics. As we explore  areas of  spirituality and religion as well as current topics such as relating to others\, being your authentic self\, and being in this world in a kind and understanding way\, we hope to inspire each participant through open discussion and dialogue. \nWith the divisive nature of our country and the upcoming elections\, our first book will be I Never Thought of it That Way by Monica Guzman. This book may remind many of us of our session in Faith and America Politics prior to the 2008 Presidential Election\, when living our faith while staying true to our values often collided with our understanding of other perspectives. \nOur first session will be an intro to the year and setting the stage for our reading of Guzman’s book. We hope you can join us! \nFacilitated by Connie Johnston. \nAny Question\, please email Jen Bratka\, Spiritual Life & Learning Center\, Program Administrator \n\nPlease register HERE to receive the Zoom Link.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/event-title-3-2-2-3-2-2/2024-10-17/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Online Event,Small Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.spiritual-center.org/wp-content/uploads/Thursday-at-10-email-social.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20230829T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184134Z
UID:10002057-1729071000-1729076400@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Women Living the Questions
DESCRIPTION:“Perhaps the secret of living well is not in having all the answers\, but in pursuing unanswerable questions in good company.” ~Rachel Naomi Remen \nWomen Living the Questions welcomes any woman who wishes to pursue difficult questions about what really matters in life in a safe and supportive environment. Books\, videos\, and the occasional guest speaker support discussions. \nMeetings are Wednesdays at 9:30 – 11 am. We meet in person\, at First Community North\, Room 101\, and also on Zoom if you’d prefer. \nEmail Linda Baldeck for more information\, or click HERE to register.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/event-1-recurring-2/2024-10-16/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Hybrid Event,Small Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.spiritual-center.org/wp-content/uploads/WLTQ-email-social-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Linda Baldeck":MAILTO:lbaldeck927@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241013T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241013T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20240904T140928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T164214Z
UID:10001862-1728822600-1728826200@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Intersections
DESCRIPTION:Sundays\n12:30-1:30 pm\nFirst Community North\nRoom 101\nAdult Sunday school returns to First Community during Sunday Intersections-Where Spirituality\, Life\, & Learning converge.\nOur gatherings will explore a variety of issues through presentations\, reflection\, and discussion. \nThis spring\, will watch the Prophetic Voices Film Series and discuss. \nFeb 9\,16\, 23: Bonhoeffer\nMarch 2\, 9: Reinhold Niebuhr\nMarch 16\, 23: Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel\nMarch 30\, April 6: Dorothy Day\nApril 13\, 20: Not Meeting (Holy Week)\nApril 27\, May 4: Howard Thurman \nRegistration is not required\, but appreciated. Let us know you’ll join us by clicking HERE. \nAny questions\, please email Jen Bratka\, Program Administrator.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/sunday-intersections/2024-10-13/
LOCATION:First Community North\, 3777 Dublin Rd\, Columbus\, OH\, 43221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conversation,In-Person Event,Small Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.spiritual-center.org/wp-content/uploads/Intersections-Mar-email-social-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241013T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20240830T191857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T134653Z
UID:10001817-1728810000-1728813600@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Bible 101
DESCRIPTION:Sundays\nOctober 13-November 17\, 2024\n9-10 am\nFirst Community South\nLibrary\nRegister HERE\nJoin the Spiritual Life & Learning Center and facilitators Judy and David Westman as we explore a foundational knowledge of the Bible through the lens of the theology of First Community. \nTopics include: \n\nWhat is the Bible?\nCovenants\nLiterature\nStudying\nGospels\nPaul’s Letters\n\nQuestions?\nPlease email Jen Bratka\, Program Administrator\, at JBratka@FCchurch.com.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/bible-101/2024-10-13/
LOCATION:First Community South\, 1320 Cambridge Blvd\, Columbus\, OH 43212\, Columbus\, OH\, 43212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bible Study,In-Person Event,Small Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.spiritual-center.org/wp-content/uploads/Bible-101-10.13-email-social.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20240918T165742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T174241Z
UID:10002119-1728725400-1728725400@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Contemplative Series
DESCRIPTION:Second Saturdays*\nbeginning October 12\, 2024\n9:30 am\nFirst Community South\n\nDeveloped around The Tree of Contemplative Practices\, each month on the second Saturday\, we will meet at First Community South to discuss and ponder each branch.\nEach month will be a different experience as we explore different ways of developing our individual spirituality more deeply.\nOctober 12: Introduction to the contemplative practices that we will utilize this program year. Events\, dates\, times\, and presenters will be outlined as we begin this journey together. \nMore experiences coming soon!\n*November’s experience will take place on the third Saturday\, November 16\, 2024. \nRegister HERE to join us.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/contemplative-series/2024-10-12/
LOCATION:First Community South\, 1320 Cambridge Blvd\, Columbus\, OH 43212\, Columbus\, OH\, 43212\, United States
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20240903T164011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T165139Z
UID:10001823-1728583200-1728590400@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Leaning In: November Issues Forum
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 10\n6-8 PM\nVia Zoom\nRegister to receive the Zoom link HERE\n  \n\n\n\nA facilitated\, balanced\, faith perspective on the issues on the Ohio ballot. We’ll also cover voting basics so that your vote counts. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese are divisive times. But do they need to be? As people of faith\, we can take the lead in engaging with others when we don’t see eye to eye… and doing so with respect and civility. \nWhile we believe in the separation of church and state\, we also believe that elections are matters of faith. We can hold both of these truths. \nThe Interfaith Association of Central Ohio\, The Spiritual Life and learning Center and The Spirituality Network are working together to help us prepare for the upcoming November election and learning how to live with the results.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/leaning-in-november-issues-forum/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Election,Informational,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20240521T203026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T135843Z
UID:10001830-1728554400-1728559800@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Thursday at Ten: Spiritual Explorations
DESCRIPTION:Thursday at 10\n\nEvery Thursday \n10-11:30 am \non Zoom \nThursday’s at Ten will once again be meeting beginning Thursday\, September 12 on Zoom. Over many years this group has read\, viewed\, studied\, and met with a number of inspiring authors and speakers on a variety of topics. As we explore  areas of  spirituality and religion as well as current topics such as relating to others\, being your authentic self\, and being in this world in a kind and understanding way\, we hope to inspire each participant through open discussion and dialogue. \nWith the divisive nature of our country and the upcoming elections\, our first book will be I Never Thought of it That Way by Monica Guzman. This book may remind many of us of our session in Faith and America Politics prior to the 2008 Presidential Election\, when living our faith while staying true to our values often collided with our understanding of other perspectives. \nOur first session will be an intro to the year and setting the stage for our reading of Guzman’s book. We hope you can join us! \nFacilitated by Connie Johnston. \nAny Question\, please email Jen Bratka\, Spiritual Life & Learning Center\, Program Administrator \n\nPlease register HERE to receive the Zoom Link.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/event-title-3-2-2-3-2-2/2024-10-10/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Online Event,Small Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20230829T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184134Z
UID:10002056-1728466200-1728471600@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Women Living the Questions
DESCRIPTION:“Perhaps the secret of living well is not in having all the answers\, but in pursuing unanswerable questions in good company.” ~Rachel Naomi Remen \nWomen Living the Questions welcomes any woman who wishes to pursue difficult questions about what really matters in life in a safe and supportive environment. Books\, videos\, and the occasional guest speaker support discussions. \nMeetings are Wednesdays at 9:30 – 11 am. We meet in person\, at First Community North\, Room 101\, and also on Zoom if you’d prefer. \nEmail Linda Baldeck for more information\, or click HERE to register.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/event-1-recurring-2/2024-10-09/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Hybrid Event,Small Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Linda Baldeck":MAILTO:lbaldeck927@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241006T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241006T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20220921T152216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T165603Z
UID:10001166-1728226800-1728226800@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Ministries 4 Movement Marches
DESCRIPTION:Several members of the Racial Equity and Gun Violence Prevention (GVPMT) Ministry Teams participate monthly in a march and worship/information session with members of the Family Missionary Baptist Church and Ministries 4 Movement partners in the South End of Columbus the first Sunday of each month.  First Community is recognized as an official partner of Ministries 4 Movement.  We continue to work with this community and other partners for sustainment and new opportunities to contribute to justice causes.  These marches occur the first Sunday of each month (rain or shine) at 3pm. \nIf interest in attending these events\, please contact: John Girardor for more information\, click HERE.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/monthly-ministries-4-movement-marches/2024-10-06/
LOCATION:Family Missionary Baptist Church\, 996 Oakwood Ave\, Columbus\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Justice,In-Person Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.spiritual-center.org/wp-content/uploads/m4m-1-e1663773987818.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20240521T203026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T135843Z
UID:10001829-1727949600-1727955000@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Thursday at Ten: Spiritual Explorations
DESCRIPTION:Thursday at 10\n\nEvery Thursday \n10-11:30 am \non Zoom \nThursday’s at Ten will once again be meeting beginning Thursday\, September 12 on Zoom. Over many years this group has read\, viewed\, studied\, and met with a number of inspiring authors and speakers on a variety of topics. As we explore  areas of  spirituality and religion as well as current topics such as relating to others\, being your authentic self\, and being in this world in a kind and understanding way\, we hope to inspire each participant through open discussion and dialogue. \nWith the divisive nature of our country and the upcoming elections\, our first book will be I Never Thought of it That Way by Monica Guzman. This book may remind many of us of our session in Faith and America Politics prior to the 2008 Presidential Election\, when living our faith while staying true to our values often collided with our understanding of other perspectives. \nOur first session will be an intro to the year and setting the stage for our reading of Guzman’s book. We hope you can join us! \nFacilitated by Connie Johnston. \nAny Question\, please email Jen Bratka\, Spiritual Life & Learning Center\, Program Administrator \n\nPlease register HERE to receive the Zoom Link.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/event-title-3-2-2-3-2-2/2024-10-03/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Online Event,Small Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.spiritual-center.org/wp-content/uploads/Thursday-at-10-email-social.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20230829T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184134Z
UID:10002055-1727861400-1727866800@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Women Living the Questions
DESCRIPTION:“Perhaps the secret of living well is not in having all the answers\, but in pursuing unanswerable questions in good company.” ~Rachel Naomi Remen \nWomen Living the Questions welcomes any woman who wishes to pursue difficult questions about what really matters in life in a safe and supportive environment. Books\, videos\, and the occasional guest speaker support discussions. \nMeetings are Wednesdays at 9:30 – 11 am. We meet in person\, at First Community North\, Room 101\, and also on Zoom if you’d prefer. \nEmail Linda Baldeck for more information\, or click HERE to register.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/event-1-recurring-2/2024-10-02/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Hybrid Event,Small Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.spiritual-center.org/wp-content/uploads/WLTQ-email-social-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Linda Baldeck":MAILTO:lbaldeck927@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20240521T203026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T135843Z
UID:10001828-1727344800-1727350200@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Thursday at Ten: Spiritual Explorations
DESCRIPTION:Thursday at 10\n\nEvery Thursday \n10-11:30 am \non Zoom \nThursday’s at Ten will once again be meeting beginning Thursday\, September 12 on Zoom. Over many years this group has read\, viewed\, studied\, and met with a number of inspiring authors and speakers on a variety of topics. As we explore  areas of  spirituality and religion as well as current topics such as relating to others\, being your authentic self\, and being in this world in a kind and understanding way\, we hope to inspire each participant through open discussion and dialogue. \nWith the divisive nature of our country and the upcoming elections\, our first book will be I Never Thought of it That Way by Monica Guzman. This book may remind many of us of our session in Faith and America Politics prior to the 2008 Presidential Election\, when living our faith while staying true to our values often collided with our understanding of other perspectives. \nOur first session will be an intro to the year and setting the stage for our reading of Guzman’s book. We hope you can join us! \nFacilitated by Connie Johnston. \nAny Question\, please email Jen Bratka\, Spiritual Life & Learning Center\, Program Administrator \n\nPlease register HERE to receive the Zoom Link.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/event-title-3-2-2-3-2-2/2024-09-26/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Online Event,Small Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.spiritual-center.org/wp-content/uploads/Thursday-at-10-email-social.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160540
CREATED:20230829T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184134Z
UID:10002054-1727256600-1727262000@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Women Living the Questions
DESCRIPTION:“Perhaps the secret of living well is not in having all the answers\, but in pursuing unanswerable questions in good company.” ~Rachel Naomi Remen \nWomen Living the Questions welcomes any woman who wishes to pursue difficult questions about what really matters in life in a safe and supportive environment. Books\, videos\, and the occasional guest speaker support discussions. \nMeetings are Wednesdays at 9:30 – 11 am. We meet in person\, at First Community North\, Room 101\, and also on Zoom if you’d prefer. \nEmail Linda Baldeck for more information\, or click HERE to register.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/event-1-recurring-2/2024-09-25/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Hybrid Event,Small Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.spiritual-center.org/wp-content/uploads/WLTQ-email-social-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Linda Baldeck":MAILTO:lbaldeck927@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160541
CREATED:20240521T203026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T135843Z
UID:10001827-1726740000-1726745400@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Thursday at Ten: Spiritual Explorations
DESCRIPTION:Thursday at 10\n\nEvery Thursday \n10-11:30 am \non Zoom \nThursday’s at Ten will once again be meeting beginning Thursday\, September 12 on Zoom. Over many years this group has read\, viewed\, studied\, and met with a number of inspiring authors and speakers on a variety of topics. As we explore  areas of  spirituality and religion as well as current topics such as relating to others\, being your authentic self\, and being in this world in a kind and understanding way\, we hope to inspire each participant through open discussion and dialogue. \nWith the divisive nature of our country and the upcoming elections\, our first book will be I Never Thought of it That Way by Monica Guzman. This book may remind many of us of our session in Faith and America Politics prior to the 2008 Presidential Election\, when living our faith while staying true to our values often collided with our understanding of other perspectives. \nOur first session will be an intro to the year and setting the stage for our reading of Guzman’s book. We hope you can join us! \nFacilitated by Connie Johnston. \nAny Question\, please email Jen Bratka\, Spiritual Life & Learning Center\, Program Administrator \n\nPlease register HERE to receive the Zoom Link.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/event-title-3-2-2-3-2-2/2024-09-19/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Online Event,Small Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.spiritual-center.org/wp-content/uploads/Thursday-at-10-email-social.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160541
CREATED:20230829T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184134Z
UID:10002053-1726651800-1726657200@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Women Living the Questions
DESCRIPTION:“Perhaps the secret of living well is not in having all the answers\, but in pursuing unanswerable questions in good company.” ~Rachel Naomi Remen \nWomen Living the Questions welcomes any woman who wishes to pursue difficult questions about what really matters in life in a safe and supportive environment. Books\, videos\, and the occasional guest speaker support discussions. \nMeetings are Wednesdays at 9:30 – 11 am. We meet in person\, at First Community North\, Room 101\, and also on Zoom if you’d prefer. \nEmail Linda Baldeck for more information\, or click HERE to register.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/event-1-recurring-2/2024-09-18/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Hybrid Event,Small Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.spiritual-center.org/wp-content/uploads/WLTQ-email-social-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Linda Baldeck":MAILTO:lbaldeck927@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160541
CREATED:20240821T151336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T170136Z
UID:10001804-1726304400-1726315200@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Leaning In: A faith response to the 2024 election
DESCRIPTION:September 14\n9 am-noon\nFirst Congregational Church\nParish Hall\n444 E. Broad St.\nMore Information and Registration\nCan Be Found HERE\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn partnership with the Spiritual Life and Learning Center (SL&LC) and the Interfaith Association of Central Ohio (IACO): Join us for this interactive workshop where we learn how to listen to each other\, even when we hold strongly differing opinions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese are divisive times. But do they need to be? As people of faith\, we can take the lead in engaging with others when we don’t see eye to eye… and doing so with respect and civility. \nWhile we believe in the separation of church and state\, we also believe that elections are matters of faith. We can hold both of these truths. \nThe Interfaith Association of Central Ohio\, The Spiritual Life and learning Center and The Spirituality Network are working together to help us prepare for the upcoming November election and learning how to live with the results.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/leaning-in-a-faith-response-to-the-2024-election/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 444 E. Broad St.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Election,In-Person Event,Informational
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160541
CREATED:20240521T203026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T135843Z
UID:10001826-1726135200-1726140600@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Thursday at Ten: Spiritual Explorations
DESCRIPTION:Thursday at 10\n\nEvery Thursday \n10-11:30 am \non Zoom \nThursday’s at Ten will once again be meeting beginning Thursday\, September 12 on Zoom. Over many years this group has read\, viewed\, studied\, and met with a number of inspiring authors and speakers on a variety of topics. As we explore  areas of  spirituality and religion as well as current topics such as relating to others\, being your authentic self\, and being in this world in a kind and understanding way\, we hope to inspire each participant through open discussion and dialogue. \nWith the divisive nature of our country and the upcoming elections\, our first book will be I Never Thought of it That Way by Monica Guzman. This book may remind many of us of our session in Faith and America Politics prior to the 2008 Presidential Election\, when living our faith while staying true to our values often collided with our understanding of other perspectives. \nOur first session will be an intro to the year and setting the stage for our reading of Guzman’s book. We hope you can join us! \nFacilitated by Connie Johnston. \nAny Question\, please email Jen Bratka\, Spiritual Life & Learning Center\, Program Administrator \n\nPlease register HERE to receive the Zoom Link.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/event-title-3-2-2-3-2-2/2024-09-12/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Online Event,Small Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.spiritual-center.org/wp-content/uploads/Thursday-at-10-email-social.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160541
CREATED:20230829T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184134Z
UID:10002052-1726047000-1726052400@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Women Living the Questions
DESCRIPTION:“Perhaps the secret of living well is not in having all the answers\, but in pursuing unanswerable questions in good company.” ~Rachel Naomi Remen \nWomen Living the Questions welcomes any woman who wishes to pursue difficult questions about what really matters in life in a safe and supportive environment. Books\, videos\, and the occasional guest speaker support discussions. \nMeetings are Wednesdays at 9:30 – 11 am. We meet in person\, at First Community North\, Room 101\, and also on Zoom if you’d prefer. \nEmail Linda Baldeck for more information\, or click HERE to register.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/event-1-recurring-2/2024-09-11/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Hybrid Event,Small Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.spiritual-center.org/wp-content/uploads/WLTQ-email-social-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Linda Baldeck":MAILTO:lbaldeck927@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160541
CREATED:20230829T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184134Z
UID:10001797-1725442200-1725447600@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Women Living the Questions
DESCRIPTION:“Perhaps the secret of living well is not in having all the answers\, but in pursuing unanswerable questions in good company.” ~Rachel Naomi Remen \nWomen Living the Questions welcomes any woman who wishes to pursue difficult questions about what really matters in life in a safe and supportive environment. Books\, videos\, and the occasional guest speaker support discussions. \nMeetings are Wednesdays at 9:30 – 11 am. We meet in person\, at First Community North\, Room 101\, and also on Zoom if you’d prefer. \nEmail Linda Baldeck for more information\, or click HERE to register.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/event-1-recurring-2/2024-09-04/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Hybrid Event,Small Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.spiritual-center.org/wp-content/uploads/WLTQ-email-social-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Linda Baldeck":MAILTO:lbaldeck927@gmail.com
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