A Thriving Church

The vision of this project is to equip teams of compassionate listeners who are steeped in Benedictine spirituality.

Choose one or more of the upcoming events and coaching opportunities to discover and deeper your CliftonStrengths for ministry.

In April 2024, fourteen people completed the lay pastoral caregiver training program hosted by BBTM and the Diocese of St. Cloud.

Registration for the 2024 Lay Ecclesial Ministry Retreat at Saint John’s University is open! Befriending Our Belovedness Sometimes it is...

Anne Kertz Kernion shares how to build community through empathy, kindness and compassion.

The Rev. Angela Ford Nelson is an ordained elder in the UMC, a spiritual director, and a supervisor with the Graduate Certificate in...

Thank you!  A simple response to one’s generosity.  How many ordinary gifts do your receive in a day?  Somebody offers a “Have a great...

Karen Handeland ‘had to’ develop a small Christian community for her class in the Emmaus Institute, a lay formation program offered by...

Perhaps taking a breath doesn’t seem like it needs instruction because we do it everyday, all day. Pair it with the practice of...

Sr. Eunice Antony OSB offers a spirited sense of the relationship between prayer and work.

Sr. Mary Catherine Holicky is a Benedictine spiritual director and supervisor. She offers a joyful sense of how to steadily, patiently grow.

Learn about a training program that prepares compassionate listeners for many unique ministry settings.

Anne Kertz Kernion, author of Spiritual Practices for the Brain: Caring for Mind, Body, and Soul is hosting a series of events.

Ancient Christians practiced "manifesting thoughts" to a wise elder. The practice remains valuable today.

Bridge Builders for a Thriving Mission supporting the Diocese of St. Cloud. This video explores the six key aspects of the initiative.

Imagine trying one simple practice daily for 40 days. How might your mind, heart, and soul be different?

Benedict's notion of praying with Scripture leaned on the monastic language of "ruminating" with the Word of God.

Fr. Luke Dysinger OSB explores the ancient art of lectio divina and offers guidelines for various forms.

Join writers Kristi Anderson and Vic Klimoski for a 2024 New Year online writing consortium including group sessions and writing coaching.

Dr. Barbara Sutton reflects on the importance of pausing and reflecting to sustain well-being as a leader.