Contemplative Resilience: The Rural Church Cohort Journey

The Thriving Leadership Formation project invites you to explore a journey of spiritual rejuvenation and contemplative action with the Rural Church Cohort, a haven for church leaders amidst institutional transition and cultural turbulence. This group, meeting every Thursday via Zoom starting October 19, 2023, provides a creative and compassionate space for exploring Christian life and spiritual practices, especially focusing on leaders from rural communities. Discover more about this endeavor of spirituality, care, and friendship, by clicking here.

In a world engulfed in transitions and unanticipated turbulence, the essence of spiritual resiliency and a contemplative approach to actions has become paramount. The Rural Church Cohort, initiated for lay or rostered leaders, serves as a beacon of solace, guidance, and spiritual rejuvenation amidst these chaotic times. Meeting every Thursday from 11:30-12:30 (PT) via Zoom, starting October 19, this group offers an oasis of serenity and contemplation.

Contemplative Action Groups emerge as a refuge for church leaders in these trying times, providing a creative, empathetic, and stimulating environment, enabling leaders to navigate and embrace their Christian callings uniquely and holistically. Spanning over twelve, sixty-minute sessions, each group convenes within a facilitated covenant group to offer a blend of spiritual nourishment, rest, prayer, friendship, and avenues for personal growth and healing.

This cohort extends its arms to leaders, whether lay or ordained, serving particularly in rural communities, including church staff, vestry or council members, clergy, worship leaders, and other congregational volunteers. The platform welcomes anyone yearning to rekindle their dedication to service, both in the church and the wider world.

Registration: To register, please visit this link. If this time and day align with your schedule and you wish to be a part of this spiritual journey, do not hesitate to submit the interest form.

For further inquiries, you may contact Amy Cavalleri at amyfindsthejoy@gmail.com.

For additional information about the Thriving Leadership Formation project, please visit their website.