Spiritual Formation
Unless otherwise noted,
registration for the following classes, when necessary, can be
made online
or by calling DeAnna Moran at 846-3404 x367 or email morand@stlukesumc.com.
Using Spiritual Resources to Solve Perplexing Problems
Leader: Mary Jo Matheny
Meets: 5 Tuesdays, April 1-29, 7-8:30PM, E212
Registration required, no fee.
This class is based on the findings of quantum mechanics and quantum physics combined with universal/spiritual truths such as love, compassion and egalitarianism. Expect short assignments each week.
Are You a “Speaking of Faith” Fan?
Leaders: Linda Martin and Betty Brandt
Meets: Sundays, 9:30-10:30AM, Spiritual Life Center
No registration or fee; listen to FM 90.1 broadcast
All are welcome on Sunday mornings to discuss Krista Tippet's Sunday 7AM NPR (90.1FM) radio show. If you don't want to get up to listen at 7AM, download Sundays' shows onto your iPod or computer or print transcript beginning on the Thursday prior to the airing of the show (www.speakingoffaith.org).
Three-Year Covenant Community for Spiritual Formation
A Program of the South Indiana UMC Conference
Program Coordinator: Kathy White, 812-446-9733
Meets: 12 weekends beginning Aug. 22, 2008 and ending April 30, 2011
Waycross Conference Center, Morgantown, IN
Registration Required–Deadline: June 1, 2008
Application Fee: $50, Tuition: $150 per year, plus room and board
Contact: Betty Brandt, 846-3404 x339, brandtb@stlukesumc.com
This Covenant Community draws from all over Indiana plus surrounding states. It is a rich blend of clergy and laity, men and women,old and young,persons of color and Caucasians. The goal is to form a community of 48 persons who meet over time to learn about and practice spiritual disciplines and be held accountable by a small group functioning within the larger group. Several people from St. Luke’s have participated in previous Three-Year Covenant groups and would be happy to talk with you.
Five Day Academy for Spiritual Formation
A Program of the South Indiana UMC Conference
Program Coordinator: Barb Hale, 317-879-9972, bhale1020@msn.com
Meets: June 15-20, Waycross Conference Center,Morgantown, IN
Registration required–Deadline: May 15, registration forms in the Spiritual Life Center
Cost: $450 per person/double occupancy includes room and board
The theme for this Five Day Academy is “God of Grace…God of Glory.” Sister Kathleen Flood, OP, and Clandion Carney, two nationally known speakers, will present morning and afternoon sessions. Each day is designed with plenty of time for morning prayers, night prayers, Eucharist, silence and small covenant groups. This is a wonderful time to experience physical, emotional and spiritual healing/renewal in a beautiful setting among loving, caring people. All are welcome!
Spiritual Companioning/Direction
Call for information: Sue Main, 842-0026
For centuries people who wanted to deepen their walk with God sought out a Director or Companion to help them explore and clarify where God was in their lives. Sue Main can provide you with general information and help you find a trained Director.
Tuesday Afternoon Women's Spiritual Book Study
Leader: Jane Sweet, 846-3770
Meets: Every Tuesday, 1-2:30PM, Spiritual Life Center
No fee or reg. Watch Communion Weekly for book titles.
Come for lively discussion with other women who are interested in developing spiritually.
Interfaith Women’s Group
Leaders: Merri Leffel, 873-0288 & Sharon Jackson
Meets: 2nd Tuesday of each Month, 9:30-11:00AM, Spiritual Life Center
Registration required, call Merri. No fee.
Women of many faiths from all over the city meet to seek understanding of each other and their faith traditions.
Spiritual Intuitive Awareness Group
Leader: Maria Celeste
Meets: 1st Tuesday of each month, 6:30-8PM, Spiritual Life Center
No registration; fee: $10.
Explore your intuitive skills and deepen your ability to use intuition for discernment and to live in a God-centered state, find a safe place for discovery in this forum for learning and sharing. Come every month or when you are able.
Buddhist Study Group
Leader: Walt Bush, waltbush@gmail.com
Meets: 1st and 3rd Fridays, 7-8:30PM in E107/109
No registration, donations appreciated
If you have always wanted to better understand Buddhism, you might like to attend this group which focuses on reading Buddhist teachings followed by discussion.
