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In a two-part series, Rick Klein weaves together the lives and teachings of four modern mystics to create a fabric upon which we can trace our unique spiritual paths within the common spiritual journey of all humanity. This first talk presents the stories of Native American mystic Black Elk and Jewish mystic Etty Hillesum.

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To view the video of Part I (one of two)  -  please click here

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Handout about Black Elk              Handout about Etty Hillesum

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​In this second session, Rick focuses less on the lives and more on the teachings of Beatrice Bruteau and Thomas Berry which in both cases are especially relevant to today's world and our future. At the end, Rick draws together all the teachings into an integrated body of beliefs.

 

To view the video of Part II (two of two) - please click here

 

Handout about Beatrice Breteau            Handout about Thomas Berry

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WINTER 2017 - SPRING 2018 —A Tale of Two Kenyas
 

John Nystrom, Feb 25, 2018 - To view the video of this event click here

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March 4, 2018, THE PAPER BAG CREW—CSU Students.

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The paper bag crew is exploring “the world of homelessness through more than just statistics.”

Come hear how a group of university students are helping to feed the hungry by distributing sack lunches to the homeless and transient populations of Fort Collins. To view the video of this event  click here
 

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March 11, 2018, FAITH FAMILY HOSPITALITY

Tom Christen, board member, and coordinators from Mary of Magdala, Trinity, and St. Paul’s will discuss their interfaith effort to coordinate services to families experiencing homelessness. Fellowship, case management, safe overnight lodging, meals and a family day center, help families be-come self-sufficient.

To view the video of this event  click here

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ADULT EDUCATION & SOUP SUPPER

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Rick Klein will present "Beginnings (and endings) Invitations to the Mystical Journey."

Rick weaves together the teachings of Richard Rohr and Ken Wilber to create a map of the spiritual journey that provides unique insights into the state of our world, our communities and our individual lives.  We will also explore the lives of several mystics to discover how they answered the mystical invitation. 
 

Rick Klein facilitates and teaches spiritual direction in the Benedictine Spiritual Formation Program at the Benet Hill Monastery in Colorado Springs, CO.

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Sunday soup suppers
December 10:     Video                December 17:      Video

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NOVEMBER 2017 History and Heritage
 

History and Heritage of the Ecumenical Catholic Communion

A wonderful 10-min video by Presiding Bishop Francis Krebs is now available
to view on-line. Bishop Francis reviews our history and distinctives.
Recommended for all!  Click here

ECC  101
 

A 90 Minute recording of an interactive presentation-- prepared by our ECC-Rocky Mountain Regional Council -- is designed to help communities gain a common understanding about our foundation, our way of being church together and our legacy. It answers what it means to be a member of the ECC, and a ‘communion of communities.’  We will review the sacramental nature of the ECC, the history and leadership structure. Click here.

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OCTOBER 2017  Images of Mary in the Mysteries of the Rosary

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On Wednesday, October 18, from 7-8:30 pm, Adult Education will host an evening of prayer and meditation entitled "Images of Mary in the Mysteries of the Rosary."  Michael Trujillo's flute will call us into a meditative space where we can sit in silence surrounded by images of Mary. We will end the evening by praying the Rosary.  Please join us for this honoring of our Spiritual Mother.

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Through the OSHER program at CSU

 "The Gift of Your Story: Writing a Spiritual Autobiography" will be offered as a 6-week class beginning November 1st, 4-6p.m. by Laurie Gudim – retired psychotherapist with extensive experience in lay leadership in the Episcopal Church, and training in eliciting spiritual autobiographies from people of all faith traditions.

 

This is offered through Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at CSU.  Don't miss this incredible opportunity! For general information,  https://www.online.colostate.edu/osher/ .

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SEPTEMBER 2017  A Peace Corps Adventure
 

 "A Peace Corps Adventure:  The Hardest Job You’ll Ever Love." an evening with Chris and Francis Gaebler. 

Wednesday, September 20, at St Paul's Episcopal Church Fellowship Hall, 7-8:30 pm  

 

In this presentation, Chris and Francis hope to give us a brief glimpse into the life and work of a Peace Corps Volunteer and into the lives, geography, and culture of the beautiful country of Costa Rica.  

To view the video of this event, click here.

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2016 ADVENT SOUP SUPPERS/TALK (Handouts/ video links below)
 

Advent soup suppers and presentations will begin on Sunday, November 27, after Mass, and continues Dec. 4, 11, and 18th. The title of this series is: Into the Fire: An Evolutionary Journey through the Mystical Heart of Advent. Presenter Rick Klein will explore the basic teachings of Teilhard de Chardin with a special emphasis on how they can be applied to the season of Advent.

 

Please join us for four evenings of prayer, exploration and discovery
 

Rick Klein facilitates and teaches spiritual direction in the Benedictine Spiritual Formation Program at the Benet Hill Monastery in Colorado Springs, CO.

 

Session #1 - Nov 27th 2016 - Handout and video link

Session #2 - Dec 4th 2016 - Handout and video link

Session #3 - Dec 11th 2016 - Handout and video link

Session #4 - Dec 18th 2016 - Handout 1, Handout 2, Handout 3 and video link