Back Porch Worship
Hearty home cooked meals fuel small group Bible study around a PCUSA lectionary passage, inviting open, questioning conversation and shared reflections for people of all faiths or none. Meets every other Wednesday evening.
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Shared Jewish prayer and a warm communal dinner conclude the week in a diverse, peace oriented house community; biweekly evening gatherings welcome participants of all backgrounds for reflection, conversation, and fellowship.

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Quiet communal five-decade rosary prayer with tea and cookies during Lent, lasting about 30 minutes; limited rosaries available to borrow, so bring your own if you have one.
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Silent Sunday-morning gathering centered on contemplative practice, followed by gentle sharing and discussion of spiritual and religious philosophies. An interfaith, welcoming space for reflection, learning, and community connection.
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Darkened candlelight worship with sacred music and quiet prayers, blending varied liturgical traditions into a contemplative service that culminates in communion. A shuttle from Ransom House departs at 5:00 PM and returns at 6:45 PM.
Darkened candlelight worship with sacred music and quiet prayers, blending varied liturgical traditions into a contemplative service that culminates in communion. A shuttle from Ransom House departs at 5:00 PM and returns at 6:45 PM.

Monthly tarot study circle blending new reading methods with reflective journeywork and self exploration. Expect a supportive small group vibe centered on intuition, personal growth, and practical card practice.

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Peer led Recovery Dharma meetings use traditional Buddhist teachings and communal discussion to support people addressing addictive tendencies, emphasizing empowerment, mutual accountability, and meditation informed tools in a welcoming Urban Dharma evening gathering.

Peer led Recovery Dharma meetings use traditional Buddhist teachings and communal discussion to support people addressing addictive tendencies, emphasizing empowerment, mutual accountability, and meditation informed tools in a welcoming Urban Dharma evening gathering.
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An early-morning Alcoholics Anonymous meeting held in the church library, centered on peer support and 12-step recovery conversation. A quiet, community-focused gathering in a spiritual setting for anyone seeking sobriety support.

An early-morning Alcoholics Anonymous meeting held in the church library, centered on peer support and 12-step recovery conversation. A quiet, community-focused gathering in a spiritual setting for anyone seeking sobriety support.
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Gentle morning soul reset blending guided creative prompts, reflective sharing, and community connection at Story Parlor. Monthly drop-in circle encourages participants to reflect, share, and engage with living a whole creative life.
Gentle morning soul reset blending guided creative prompts, reflective sharing, and community connection at Story Parlor. Monthly drop-in circle encourages participants to reflect, share, and engage with living a whole creative life.

Peer led Dharma-based recovery circle drawing on traditional Buddhist teachings to support addiction healing and empowerment; participants engage in contemplative reflection, mutual sharing, and practical community-based recovery tools in a quiet setting.

Peer led Dharma-based recovery circle drawing on traditional Buddhist teachings to support addiction healing and empowerment; participants engage in contemplative reflection, mutual sharing, and practical community-based recovery tools in a quiet setting.
Peer led Dharma-based recovery circle drawing on traditional Buddhist teachings to support addiction healing and empowerment; participants engage in contemplative reflection, mutual sharing, and practical community-based recovery tools in a quiet setting.