BELOVED Way Sunday Retreat

Sundays online at 10 AM PT

Connect with God and others in a progressive, contemplative and inclusive Christian community!

Join in via Zoom videoconferencing.

Or, join via Phone Call (audio only):
Dial (669) 900-6833
and enter ID 858 223 6418
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What's Happening This Month

Discover the power of stories — both the telling and the listening — in this seasonal series!

Diving deeply into scripture stories, we will learn the background of the story, practice holy listening, savor our connection with God, and ponder the intersection of God’s story and each of our own stories. 

Inspired by Between the Listening and the Telling: How Stories Can Save Us by Mark Yaconelli. Grab a copy of the book and check out his talk on the healing power of storytelling.

Gathering Schedule

October 5 | Self-Compassion & the Election Cycle Online Workshop

October 13 | Online via Zoom

October 18-19 | PSWR Regional Assembly

October 19 | Out of Darkness Walk

October 27 | Sabbath (no gathering)

November 2nd | Hybrid Mini Retreat

November 10th | Online via Zoom

November 17th | Online via Zoom

November 23-24 – Sabbath (no gathering)

November 30th | Advent Hybrid Mini-Retreat

December 8th | Online via Zoom

December 15th | Online via Zoom

December 22-23 | Hybrid Christmas Eve Eve Gathering

December 29th | Sabbath (no gathering)

What to Expect at BELOVED Way Sunday Retreat

You’re welcome to pour yourself a hot drink as we begin with conversation, learning new names and catching up on life. 

We engage in a variety of spiritual practices to re-center and find grounding each week. We incorporate modern practices of mindfulness and the ancient practices of the Christian mystics. We always spend quality time sharing personal prayers for healing of ourselves, our families, and our world.

We dive deep into scripture through contemplative reading and open-minded discussion facilitated by our experienced and talented pastors. Everyone is invited to share questions and bring personal experience to the conversation. Many of us are un-learning old, harmful teachings and finding new ways to relate to our faith. Whether listening or speaking, all are free to participate in whatever way feels right.​​

We celebrate the Lord’s Supper at an open table where all are welcome to participate fully. Virtually, you’re invited to use whatever elements you have on hand at home, such as juice and crackers or wine and bread. Families choose how their children will experience this ancient Christian spiritual practice.

Kids are invited to participate in Worship and Wonder time in a Zoom “breakout” room separate from the rest of the service. Worship and Wonder invites children (age 3 to grade 3) to experience Bible stories in mindful, hands-on ways. Following the model of Sonja Stewart’s “Young Children in Worship,” the stories of the sacred texts are brought to life with neutral visuals, and trained storytellers gently offer the words of the stories, inviting questions and curiosity to grow.

We gratefully welcome free will gifts in any amount by way of check, cash or online.

We are gathering online via Zoom.
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