Older adults dread the day when they have to turn in the car keys, acknowledge their infirmity, or leave a family home behind. They don’t want to become a burden on their children or others. All of these transitions may be happening to your parents. Right now.   No one can hide from aging—not your parents […]

Are you grieving the death of someone who was an important part of your life? Perhaps your spouse, child, parent, or close family member? Could it be a good friend, co-worker or neighbor? The loss that death brings is painful beyond words. No one can anticipate the emotional and spiritual agony that accompanies it. Life […]

A 7-week online course on Franciscan thought and practice with Franciscan Richard Rohr. Learn more about concepts like the Alternative Orthodoxy and how to cultivate Franciscan wisdom through reflection and engagement with the teaching. The Franciscan Way offers a unique window into Franciscan thought and practice. St. Francis of Assisi, an icon of gentleness and compassion, […]

The Church is God's method for spreading the good news of Jesus, connecting people in community and helping the hurting in our community. Today's congregations struggle to involve their members and engage their neighborhoods. How do you inspire your congregation to try new things and reach new people? Normal churches, led by regular pastors are […]

Some of the most difficult questions a person will ever face may be centered around the end of life. Discussions of preferences and possibilities may seem to be filled with emotional landmines and possible hurt feelings. “Closing Conversations: An End-of-Life Care Guide” can help with answers to those thorny questions and smooth the process for […]

In a world full of personality assessments, the Enneagram stands apart for the ways that it not only describes our behavior (and the basis of that behavior) but for the ways it prescribes practices which can help us live more resourcefully. Join Kathy and Jim Reiter in this self-paced course (an adaptation of the 7-hour […]

Vivid in imagery, story, and emotion, the world of country music is a space where many turn to grieve, celebrate, endure, and even pray. “Country Music and the Christian Faith” is for learners who want to connect their love of music and their spiritual lives. This three-week course explores the connections between music, faith, and community without leaving behind the edgier […]