Seekers of God However Known is a UCG program focused on fostering spiritual growth by exploring a variety of spiritual topics, concepts, practices, and perspectives. Sessions may consist of a one-time session or a series of two or more sessions on a particular topic or spiritual practice. At least 20 minutes of the 45-minute session will be devoted to presenting a topic, and the remainder of the time will involve participant discussions to reflect on how the topic applies to, and/or might be integrated into, their own lives.

Sessions will take place on Sundays from 9 – 9:45 a.m. in Reimer Hall unless otherwise noted. Everyone is welcome. Participants do not have to register, attend regularly (even if a series is offered), or read in advance for any session.

February Sessions

 

February 1: “How the Wilderness Focused Jesus and How We Got Lent” with Rev. Larry Reimer.

We will reflect on Jesus’ baptism, how it was shaped by his 40 days in the wilderness, and a fictional return of Jesus during the Spanish Inquisition. This will be done in quiet reflection, small group sharing, and prayer. And it will make sense!

 

February 8: “Awe 2.0. – The Awe Continues” with Rev. Andy Bachmann

Continuing to capitalize on the work of Dacher Keltner and his book, “Awe” (presented by John Harvey in November), Andy will bring us his take on the experience of awe and how it is instrumental in maintaining hope and roundedness in these crazy times.

 

February 15: “Hand-held Labyrinth Meditation” with Rev. Dr. Talia Raymond

We are entering Lent, a period of reflection and meditation. How better to do so than by walking a labyrinth? Join Talia for a brief conversation and learning about the ancient practice of labyrinth walking and join in a guided hand-held labyrinth walk.

 

February 22: “Worship Globally and Locally” with Rev. Dr. Donna Schaper

Donna will give a presentation that provides context for conversation about our worship here at UCG and where it coheres and differs from other worship in the world, in the United Church of Christ, and even here in Gainesville.