Spiritual Practice Resources
Spiritual Formation awakens disciples to the Divine Presence in the midst of everyday life. Through Spiritual Practice we learn to listen for God’s Spirit and discern invitations to share God’s love. We hope that these resources will help to guide you on your spiritual journey.
Community of Christ Spiritual Practice Resource Page
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Let the Spirit Breathe
Where is the Holy Spirit leading you? When we respond to God's nudging, amazing things can happen! "When your willingness to live in sacred community as Christ’s new creation exceeds your natural fear of spiritual and relational transformation, you will become who you are called to be." D&C 164:9b
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Are you Spiritual but not Religious?
Many profess to be Spiritual, but not Religious. There is a desire to be spiritual, but not to be part of organized religion. If you subscribe to this belief, we invite you to check out our Spiritual Practice Resources.
This trend of being spiritual but not religious has been on the rise in recent years, especially among younger generations.
Some people feel that organized religion is too rigid and does not align with their personal beliefs and values. Others may have had negative experiences with religion in the past. However, being spiritual does not necessarily mean that one has to completely reject organized religion.
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There are many ways to cultivate spirituality without belonging to a specific religious institution. Some people find solace in nature and spend time outdoors to connect with a higher power. Others may practice meditation or mindfulness to achieve a sense of inner peace and clarity. Still, others may explore various spiritual practices from different religions to create their own personalized spiritual path.
It's important to remember that spirituality is a personal journey, and what works for one person may not work for another. The key is to stay open-minded and continue exploring different avenues until one finds what resonates with them.
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Are you a Person of Faith but not Religious?
Many people profess to be a Person of Faith, but not Religious. There is a desire to be faithful, but not to be part of organized religion. Individuals who consider themselves to be a Person of Faith but not religious hold a unique perspective on faith.
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For many people, the decision to explore their faith independently is a way of distancing themselves from the negative aspects of organized religion. This could include the actions of religious leaders, the exclusion of certain groups, or the rigid rules and regulations that some organized religions impose.
Being a Person of Faith but not Religious can also mean that an individual is seeking a more personal connection with their spirituality.
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However, being a Person of Faith but not Religious doesn't necessarily mean that an individual is entirely disconnected from religious traditions. Many people who fall into this category still draw inspiration from religious texts or teachings and may incorporate aspects of organized religion into their personal beliefs and practices.
Community of Christ may resonate with those who consider themselves spiritual but not religious because of its emphasis on personal spiritual experiences and individual journeys. Rather than prescribing rigid dogmas or doctrines, this faith community encourages members to seek their own understanding of spirituality and to develop a personal relationship with the divine.
Community of Christ values community, social justice, and peacemaking, aligning with the principles and values that many spiritual but not religious individuals hold dear. By actively engaging in efforts to promote equality, compassion, and environmental stewardship, this faith community provides a platform for individuals to live out their values and make a positive impact in the world.
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Community of Christ offers a sense of belonging and connection without the pressure to conform to a specific set of beliefs or practices. Whether you are exploring your spirituality, seeking a supportive community, or looking for opportunities to make a difference, this faith community welcomes you with open arms and encourages you to be your authentic self.
For those who identify as persons of faith but not religious, Community of Christ offers a unique and inclusive spiritual home where individuality is celebrated, community is valued, and social justice is prioritized. If you are looking for a faith community that respects your personal journey and encourages you to live out your values in a supportive environment, the Community of Christ may just be the spiritual home you have been searching for.
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All Things Are Spiritual
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Exploring the daily implications of a spiritual life.
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We are spiritual and physical beings living in a complex web of life, interconnected with one another and all creation. The spiritual journey is deeply personal and at the same time takes us on life-changing journeys outside ourselves. It is about being and doing, contemplation and action, becoming and living.
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The Community of Christ All Things Are Spiritual web page explores how spirituality intersects every dimension of life.
YOU are welcome here. Let’s make the world a better place from the inside out together.
A Community of Christ Ministry.
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The Center for Living Water
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The Center for Living Water Facebook page.
Seeking spiritual transformation and peaceful living through practice and action The Center for Living Water is both a sacred place and a movement.
Offerings of the Center are sponsored by Community of Christ at its Worldwide Headquarters in Independence, MO, a space dedicated to peace, and intentionally designed to be welcoming to all people. The Community of Christ Temple campus is home to an inclusive sanctuary, rooms for meditation and practice, diverse international displays of art, and a rooftop community labyrinth.
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Through practice and action, our mission is to be a wellspring of life in the community. As diverse participants come together for personal spiritual practice, discernment, and community gatherings, a collective movement towards peace and justice emerges. As this movement takes shape, like living water, compassionate responses will flow and give life beyond the walls of offerings at the Center.
Our goal must not be to wait for the world to stabilize around us so we can have meaningful, spiritual experiences. Rather, we must seek to understand the deeper spiritual invitation that is present in the midst of challenges, uncertainty, and difficult questions, moving forward with hope for a peaceful world emerging.
Project Zion Podcast Episode 459: The Center for Living Water
The Center for Living Water is a ministry from Community of Christ’s Temple in Independence, Missouri. Learn more about the purpose of the Center and how you can get involved in this spiritual movement on this episode of What’s Brewing. Host: Carla Long Guest: Daniel Harmon
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Community Of Christ Spiritual Formation Ministries
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“Being spiritually formed is foundational to obtaining a clear and compelling vision of mission. A compelling sense of mission springs from the overflow of deep communion with the Spirit.” Steve Veazey
Spiritual Formation awakens disciples to the Divine Presence in the midst of everyday life.
Community of Christ Spiritual Formation Ministries offers a three-year program for spiritual seekers, companions, and leaders. This program is only offered in English.
Participants will gain knowledge and skills in the history, tradition, and practice of Christian spiritual formation through experiential and academic learning, worship, small group communities, Spiritual Direction, and spiritual practices.
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Want to learn more? Please visit the Community of Christ Spiritual Formation Ministries Web page.
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What is Spirituality?
Centre Place Lecture
Centre Place Lecture
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What is spirituality and how does it differ from religion and philosophy? John Hamer of Toronto Centre Place will attempt to unpack our many different uses of the word “spirituality.” The focus will be on: (1) concern with the interior life of individuals, (2) belief in the otherworldly, (3) mysticism and ecstatic connection with the divine, (4) Western elite esotericism and occultism, (5) Anti-clericalism, (6) Western folk magic, (7) 19th Century spiritualists, (8) Western appropriation of alien traditions, (9) New Age eclecticism, and (10) Neo-paganism.
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Project Zion Podcast
Would you like to pursue the topic of Spiritual Practices further?
Would you like to pursue the topic of Spiritual Practices further?
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The staff at Project Zion Podcast have interviewed multiple guests about various spiritual practices.
The podcast is sponsored by the Latter-day Seeker Ministries team of Community of Christ. You will find a complete listing of their podcasts on the Project Zion Podcast website, which can be downloaded for free.
Project Zion Podcast
Spirituality Episodes |
PZP SERIES: AWAKEN TO GOD'S PRESENCE Created in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, this series features guided spiritual practices to help you connect with the Divine no matter where you are or what’s going on around you. The original set is A1 thru A10. More guided practices are added periodically. Push pause on your life for fifteen minutes and receive a gift of peace…in the midst of the storm. PZP SERIES: HOLY GROUNDS For those who want to do a deep dive and explore the many dimensions and facets of spirituality. Learn about spiritual types (yes that’s a thing) and more as beautifully diverse people share a plethora of spiritual practices that bring rooted connection and meaning into their lives, and possibly ours. |
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