Lay Pastoral Caregivers Training
The vision of this project is to equip teams of compassionate listeners who are steeped in Benedictine spirituality.
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Bridge Building with CliftonStrengths
Choose one or more of the upcoming events and coaching opportunities to discover and deeper your CliftonStrengths for ministry.
Congrats, Lay Pastoral Caregivers!
In April 2024, fourteen people completed the lay pastoral caregiver training program hosted by BBTM and the Diocese of St. Cloud.
Lay Ecclesial Ministry Retreat
Registration for the 2024 Lay Ecclesial Ministry Retreat at Saint John’s University is open! Befriending Our Belovedness Sometimes it is...
March 14: Building Community through Empathy, Kindness and Compassion
Anne Kertz Kernion shares how to build community through empathy, kindness and compassion.
Listening TO God's Beloveds, AS God's Beloveds
The Rev. Angela Ford Nelson is an ordained elder in the UMC, a spiritual director, and a supervisor with the Graduate Certificate in...
March 7: Living with Gratitude
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...
Paint the Word with Karen Handeland
Karen Handeland ‘had to’ develop a small Christian community for her class in the Emmaus Institute, a lay formation program offered by...
February 29: Taking A Breath, Paying Attention
Perhaps taking a breath doesn’t seem like it needs instruction because we do it everyday, all day. Pair it with the practice of...
Contemplation in Action
Sr. Eunice Antony OSB offers a spirited sense of the relationship between prayer and work.
Gently Welcoming Spiritual Growth
Sr. Mary Catherine Holicky is a Benedictine spiritual director and supervisor. She offers a joyful sense of how to steadily, patiently grow.
Introductory Video | Lay Pastoral Caregivers Training
Learn about a training program that prepares compassionate listeners for many unique ministry settings.
Spiritual Practices for the Brain: Caring for Mind, Body, and Soul
Anne Kertz Kernion, author of Spiritual Practices for the Brain: Caring for Mind, Body, and Soul is hosting a series of events.
Sharing Our Thoughts with a Spiritual Guide
Ancient Christians practiced "manifesting thoughts" to a wise elder. The practice remains valuable today.
Bridge Builders for a Thriving Mission Video
Bridge Builders for a Thriving Mission supporting the Diocese of St. Cloud. This video explores the six key aspects of the initiative.
40 Days of Spiritual Practice
Imagine trying one simple practice daily for 40 days. How might your mind, heart, and soul be different?
Benedict on Lectio Divina
Benedict's notion of praying with Scripture leaned on the monastic language of "ruminating" with the Word of God.
Accepting the Embrace of God: The Ancient Art of Lectio Divina
Fr. Luke Dysinger OSB explores the ancient art of lectio divina and offers guidelines for various forms.
In Our Thoughts and In My Words: a personal writing consortium
Join writers Kristi Anderson and Vic Klimoski for a 2024 New Year online writing consortium including group sessions and writing coaching.
Healthy Leaders Pause and Reflect
Dr. Barbara Sutton reflects on the importance of pausing and reflecting to sustain well-being as a leader.
Connect to Help Your Mission Thrive
Our team would be glad to to learn about your community's unique needs and explore ideas for resources and support.
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