Disarming our Hearts
Disarming Our Hearts Night Examen & Perpetual Calendar
In a world filled with constant noise and heavy news, our hearts can quietly carry more than they were meant to hold. The Disarming Our Hearts Night Examen was created as a gentle way to end your day with intention, reflection, and peace. Paired with our Disarming Our Hearts Perpetual Calendar, these resources offer a […]
Disarming Our Hearts Circle
Peace is not just something we think about. It is something we practice together. The Disarming Our Hearts Circle is a monthly companion for those who want to intentionally practice becoming peace in daily life. Inspired by the ongoing Disarming Our Hearts: Becoming Peace series, this offering invites us to cultivate inner peace and bring […]
Restorative Justice for Everyday Life: Repairing Harm in Our Homes, Workplaces, and Communities
When we hear the term “Restorative Justice,” many people immediately think of prisons or the legal system. While restorative practices are used in those settings, they began long before courtrooms — and they belong just as much in our everyday relationships. This introductory session explores how restorative principles can transform the way we respond to […]
Want to Talk? Communication Tools for Divided Times
With Bryan Johns, CSJP-A and Nancy Schmitt, CSJP-A
Whether you find yourself navigating a heated disagreement with a spouse, interrupting racism in the office, facilitating political tension in your religious institution, or working for systemic change around any justice issue, Want to Talk? Communication Tools for Divided Times will guide you in deepening your relationships while staying true to your values. This 9-session […]
Healing Through Forgiveness: Accepting the Grace of Letting Go
With Ron Ryan, D.Min.
We all know Jesus’ command to forgive, but letting go of anger and resentment isn’t easy. Some of us carry around hurts for decades, weighing us down and keeping us from experiencing greater peace in our lives. This one-day retreat will show us that forgiving doesn’t mean absolving, and letting go doesn’t mean forgetting; but […]