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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/2024-08-04/
LOCATION:Family Missionary Baptist Church\, 996 Oakwood Ave\, Columbus\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Justice,In-Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T093000
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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-2/2024-07-31/
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:20240724T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T110000
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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-2/2024-07-24/
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:20240717T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153424
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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-2/2024-07-17/
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:20240713T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T123000
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SUMMARY:Finding Our Way Together: Connected Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 13\n9:30 am – 12:30 pm\nBurkhart Chapel\nFirst Community South\nLed by Barbara Allen\nRegister HERE\nJoin us for an engaging and inclusive workshop designed to enhance your resilience and deep listening skills in an ever-changing world filled with diverse voices and numerous pathways. Through hands-on activities and dynamic group discussions\, you’ll learn how to navigate the noise\, identify meaningful signals\, and find your way with kindness and confidence.\nWe will explore: \n– Techniques for nimble resilience to adapt and thrive amidst change \n– Strategies for deep listening that foster genuine connection and understanding \n– Practical tools for wayfinding in complex and uncertain environments \nExpect a welcoming and supportive environment where all voices are valued. Together\, we’ll create a fun\, safe\, and impactful experience. Join us in building a more inclusive and resilient community.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/finding-our-way-together-connected-conversations/
LOCATION:First Community South\, 1320 Cambridge Blvd\, Columbus\, OH 43212\, Columbus\, OH\, 43212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conversation,In-Person Event,Mindfulness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T093000
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UID:10001789-1720603800-1720609200@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-2/2024-07-10/
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:20240707T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240707T150000
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CREATED:20220921T152216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T165603Z
UID:10001163-1720364400-1720364400@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/2024-07-07/
LOCATION:Family Missionary Baptist Church\, 996 Oakwood Ave\, Columbus\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Justice,In-Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240703T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240703T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153424
CREATED:20230829T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184134Z
UID:10001788-1719999000-1720004400@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-2/2024-07-03/
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:20240626T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T110000
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CREATED:20230829T154459Z
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UID:10001787-1719394200-1719399600@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-2/2024-06-26/
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:20240621T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T223000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153424
CREATED:20240601T121017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T200747Z
UID:10001798-1719001800-1719009000@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Labyrinth Walk
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, June 21\n8:30-10:30 pm\nGuided by Nan Weir\nRegister HERE\nLabyrinths are used world-wide as a way to quiet the mind\, calm anxieties\, recover balance in life\, enhance creativity\, and encourage meditation\, insight\, self-reflection\, and stress reduction. The practice of labyrinth walking integrates the body with the mind and spirit.\nSeth Stearns and Nan Weir will provide an introduction on the significance of the summer solstice along with the importance of labyrinth walking at 8:30 pm and 9:30 pm. We encourage you to sign up for one of these two times to hear from our hosts\, otherwise arrive anytime to enjoy the beauty of the evening.\nThere is bench seating around the labyrinth to enjoy the ambiance\, or feel free to bring your own chair to relax in. \nIn the case of inclement weather\, we will practice meditative walking in the Narthex area during the same time frame.\nAny questions\, please reach out to Jen Bratka – JBratka@FCchurch.com
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/summer-solstice-labyrinth-walk/
LOCATION:First Community North\, 3777 Dublin Rd\, Columbus\, OH\, 43221\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153425
CREATED:20230829T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184134Z
UID:10001786-1718789400-1718794800@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-2/2024-06-19/
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:20240612T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153425
CREATED:20230829T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184134Z
UID:10001785-1718184600-1718190000@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-2/2024-06-12/
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:20240605T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153425
CREATED:20230829T154459Z
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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-2/2024-06-05/
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:20240602T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153425
CREATED:20220921T152216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T165603Z
UID:10001162-1717340400-1717340400@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/2024-06-02/
LOCATION:Family Missionary Baptist Church\, 996 Oakwood Ave\, Columbus\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Justice,In-Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153425
CREATED:20230829T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184134Z
UID:10001541-1716975000-1716980400@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-2/2024-05-29/
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:20240522T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153425
CREATED:20230829T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184134Z
UID:10001540-1716370200-1716375600@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-2/2024-05-22/
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:20240515T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153425
CREATED:20230829T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184134Z
UID:10001539-1715765400-1715770800@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-2/2024-05-15/
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:20240509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153425
CREATED:20240308T134645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T180353Z
UID:10001725-1715248800-1715254200@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Conversation with Paul Knitter
DESCRIPTION:Spiritual Life & Learning Center presents:\nPaul Knitter\, author of\nWithout Buddha\, I Could Not be a Christian\nA 4-week series\nOn Zoom\nThursdays\, April 18-May 9\n10-11:30 am EST\nRegister HERE to receive Zoom Link\n  \nBeginning Thursday\, April 18 and continuing until May 9\, we welcome Paul Knitter to our Thursday at 10 group to discuss his book Without Buddha\, I Could Not be a Christian. \nFrom the publisher\, “Without Buddha I could Not be a Christian narrates how esteemed theologian\, Paul F. Knitter overcame a crisis of faith by looking to Buddhism for inspiration. From prayer to how Christianity views life after death\, Knitter argues that a Buddhist standpoint can encourage a more person-centered conception of Christianity\, where individual religious experience comes first\, and liturgy and tradition second. Moving and revolutionary\, this book will inspire Christians everywhere.” \nPlease consider purchasing his book from our partner\, Serenity Book Shop. Doing so supports a local\, independent book store. \nSchedule of topics and discussions: \n\nApril 18-Nirvana and God (Chapters 1-3)\nApril 25-Jesus and Buddha (Chapter 5)\nMay 2-Prayer and Meditation (Chapter 6)\nMay 9-Making Peace and Being Peace (Chapter 7)
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/knitter/2024-05-09/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Conversation,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153425
CREATED:20240204T144128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T182804Z
UID:10001573-1715248800-1715254200@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Thursday at Ten: Spiritual Explorations
DESCRIPTION:Thursday at 10\n\nEvery Thursday \n10-11:30 am \non Zoom \nOn February 8 we will be watching a video on David Brooks\, and in the following weeks we will be reading his book\, How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Seen. \nREADING SCHEDULE: \nFebruary 15: Chapters 1-5 \nFebruary 22: Chapters 6-9 \nFebruary 29: Chapters 10-13 \nMarch 1: 7: Chapters 14-17 \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-3-2-2-3-2/2024-05-09/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Online Event,Small Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153425
CREATED:20240430T174800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T150317Z
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SUMMARY:Poetry Pop
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\, Once a Month\n6-7 pm\nFirst Community North\nWe will be poppin’ together again in the fall. Please check back for updates\, or watch the screens at Sunday services for updated graphice.\nAny questions\, please reach out to Jen Bratka at JBratka@FCchurch.com. \nRegistration is not necessary\, but if you’d like too\, please register HERE.
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/poetry-pop-2/2024-05-08/
LOCATION:First Community North\, 3777 Dublin Rd\, Columbus\, OH\, 43221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conversation,Poetry,Small Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153425
CREATED:20230829T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184134Z
UID:10001538-1715160600-1715166000@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-2/2024-05-08/
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:20240505T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153425
CREATED:20220921T152216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T165603Z
UID:10001161-1714921200-1714921200@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/2024-05-05/
LOCATION:Family Missionary Baptist Church\, 996 Oakwood Ave\, Columbus\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Justice,In-Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153425
CREATED:20240308T134645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T180353Z
UID:10001724-1714644000-1714649400@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Conversation with Paul Knitter
DESCRIPTION:Spiritual Life & Learning Center presents:\nPaul Knitter\, author of\nWithout Buddha\, I Could Not be a Christian\nA 4-week series\nOn Zoom\nThursdays\, April 18-May 9\n10-11:30 am EST\nRegister HERE to receive Zoom Link\n  \nBeginning Thursday\, April 18 and continuing until May 9\, we welcome Paul Knitter to our Thursday at 10 group to discuss his book Without Buddha\, I Could Not be a Christian. \nFrom the publisher\, “Without Buddha I could Not be a Christian narrates how esteemed theologian\, Paul F. Knitter overcame a crisis of faith by looking to Buddhism for inspiration. From prayer to how Christianity views life after death\, Knitter argues that a Buddhist standpoint can encourage a more person-centered conception of Christianity\, where individual religious experience comes first\, and liturgy and tradition second. Moving and revolutionary\, this book will inspire Christians everywhere.” \nPlease consider purchasing his book from our partner\, Serenity Book Shop. Doing so supports a local\, independent book store. \nSchedule of topics and discussions: \n\nApril 18-Nirvana and God (Chapters 1-3)\nApril 25-Jesus and Buddha (Chapter 5)\nMay 2-Prayer and Meditation (Chapter 6)\nMay 9-Making Peace and Being Peace (Chapter 7)
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/knitter/2024-05-02/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Conversation,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153425
CREATED:20240204T144128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T182804Z
UID:10001572-1714644000-1714649400@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Thursday at Ten: Spiritual Explorations
DESCRIPTION:Thursday at 10\n\nEvery Thursday \n10-11:30 am \non Zoom \nOn February 8 we will be watching a video on David Brooks\, and in the following weeks we will be reading his book\, How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Seen. \nREADING SCHEDULE: \nFebruary 15: Chapters 1-5 \nFebruary 22: Chapters 6-9 \nFebruary 29: Chapters 10-13 \nMarch 1: 7: Chapters 14-17 \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-3-2-2-3-2/2024-05-02/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Online Event,Small Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153425
CREATED:20230829T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184134Z
UID:10001537-1714555800-1714561200@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-2/2024-05-01/
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:20240425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153425
CREATED:20240308T134645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T180353Z
UID:10001723-1714039200-1714044600@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Conversation with Paul Knitter
DESCRIPTION:Spiritual Life & Learning Center presents:\nPaul Knitter\, author of\nWithout Buddha\, I Could Not be a Christian\nA 4-week series\nOn Zoom\nThursdays\, April 18-May 9\n10-11:30 am EST\nRegister HERE to receive Zoom Link\n  \nBeginning Thursday\, April 18 and continuing until May 9\, we welcome Paul Knitter to our Thursday at 10 group to discuss his book Without Buddha\, I Could Not be a Christian. \nFrom the publisher\, “Without Buddha I could Not be a Christian narrates how esteemed theologian\, Paul F. Knitter overcame a crisis of faith by looking to Buddhism for inspiration. From prayer to how Christianity views life after death\, Knitter argues that a Buddhist standpoint can encourage a more person-centered conception of Christianity\, where individual religious experience comes first\, and liturgy and tradition second. Moving and revolutionary\, this book will inspire Christians everywhere.” \nPlease consider purchasing his book from our partner\, Serenity Book Shop. Doing so supports a local\, independent book store. \nSchedule of topics and discussions: \n\nApril 18-Nirvana and God (Chapters 1-3)\nApril 25-Jesus and Buddha (Chapter 5)\nMay 2-Prayer and Meditation (Chapter 6)\nMay 9-Making Peace and Being Peace (Chapter 7)
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/knitter/2024-04-25/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Conversation,Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153425
CREATED:20240204T144128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T182804Z
UID:10001571-1714039200-1714044600@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Thursday at Ten: Spiritual Explorations
DESCRIPTION:Thursday at 10\n\nEvery Thursday \n10-11:30 am \non Zoom \nOn February 8 we will be watching a video on David Brooks\, and in the following weeks we will be reading his book\, How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Seen. \nREADING SCHEDULE: \nFebruary 15: Chapters 1-5 \nFebruary 22: Chapters 6-9 \nFebruary 29: Chapters 10-13 \nMarch 1: 7: Chapters 14-17 \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-3-2-2-3-2/2024-04-25/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Online Event,Small Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153425
CREATED:20230829T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184134Z
UID:10001536-1713951000-1713956400@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-2/2024-04-24/
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:20240421T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T134500
DTSTAMP:20260403T153425
CREATED:20230920T171520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T125938Z
UID:10001496-1713701700-1713707100@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Group Spiritual Direction
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Group Spiritual Direction\n\nThird Sundays\nbeginning November 19\, 2023\nJanuary 21\n*February 25*  *Please notice this change in date*\nMarch 17\nApril 21\n12:15-1:45 pm\nFirst Community North\nRoom 107 (Parlor)\nRegister HERE\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. \nWhen will Group Spiritual Direction meet?\nGroup spiritual direction will take place on the following third Sundays of each month at 12:15pm – 1:45pm at FC-North in room 107 (The Parlor). The specific dates are listed above. \n\nAbout the facilitator\, Jodi Patton\nSpiritual director\, Jodi Patton\, is a graduate of The Chaplaincy Institute Interfaith Seminary & Community based in Berkeley\, California. This interfaith spiritual direction certification program teaches a non-directive interfaith approach to help people discern their own deep inner wisdom and to live with a deeper sense of connection and alignment with spirit/what matters most. The primary faith traditions that are part of this training are Buddhism\, Christianity\, Hinduism\, Indigenous Religions\, Islam\, Shamanism\, Taoism and a few others. Since 1998\, Jodi has been leading classes in mindfulness\, meditation\, and yoga\, and is a Reiki master teacher/practitioner offering all degrees of Reiki training. Jodi currently serves on the First Community congregational care ministry and social justice teams. \nQuestions?\nPlease email Jodi Patton at jodilynne737@gmail.com
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/group-spiritual-direction-3/2024-04-21/
LOCATION:First Community North\, 3777 Dublin Rd\, Columbus\, OH\, 43221\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Event,Small Group,Spirituality
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153425
CREATED:20240308T134645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T180353Z
UID:10001722-1713434400-1713439800@www.spiritual-center.org
SUMMARY:Conversation with Paul Knitter
DESCRIPTION:Spiritual Life & Learning Center presents:\nPaul Knitter\, author of\nWithout Buddha\, I Could Not be a Christian\nA 4-week series\nOn Zoom\nThursdays\, April 18-May 9\n10-11:30 am EST\nRegister HERE to receive Zoom Link\n  \nBeginning Thursday\, April 18 and continuing until May 9\, we welcome Paul Knitter to our Thursday at 10 group to discuss his book Without Buddha\, I Could Not be a Christian. \nFrom the publisher\, “Without Buddha I could Not be a Christian narrates how esteemed theologian\, Paul F. Knitter overcame a crisis of faith by looking to Buddhism for inspiration. From prayer to how Christianity views life after death\, Knitter argues that a Buddhist standpoint can encourage a more person-centered conception of Christianity\, where individual religious experience comes first\, and liturgy and tradition second. Moving and revolutionary\, this book will inspire Christians everywhere.” \nPlease consider purchasing his book from our partner\, Serenity Book Shop. Doing so supports a local\, independent book store. \nSchedule of topics and discussions: \n\nApril 18-Nirvana and God (Chapters 1-3)\nApril 25-Jesus and Buddha (Chapter 5)\nMay 2-Prayer and Meditation (Chapter 6)\nMay 9-Making Peace and Being Peace (Chapter 7)
URL:https://www.spiritual-center.org/event/knitter/2024-04-18/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Conversation,Online Event
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