Contemplative Spaces

About Contemplative Spaces

Contemplative Spaces is a program that explores contemplative spirituality in the Christian mystical tradition. This group is currently held on Fridays at noon, every other week from January 10 through March 21.

For each meeting, we use a format when we meet called the Circle Group Process, which is a very gentle, contemplative way to encounter one another in a group setting. This format allows everyone the chance to be heard and respected without judgment. You are welcome and invited to show up as who you truly are.

Friday Gathering Schedule

  • 12:00PM every other Friday, from January 10 through March 21.

    RCHP Sanctuary

  • We are reading together Cynthia Bourgeault's book, The Meaning of Mary Magdalene: Discovering the Woman at the Heart of Christianity. This book takes a deep dive into the biblical, historic, and mystic Mary Magdalene, particularly around Jesus' teachings and the events of Holy Week for which she was integrally present.

    Cynthia is a pastor, scholar, and mystic, and this book both illuminates and challenges the way we look at Mary, women, and ourselves. Looking with each other and with Cynthia at Mary Magdalene will give us fresh eyes for Lent and Holy Week and allow for perhaps a deeper encounter with this holy season this year.