June 20th, 2026; August 1st, 2026
Scripture Series with Mark Etling: Who Changed the New Testament? And Why?
The Bible is the Word of God – but it is written in the words of human beings. We don’t have the original manuscripts of any of the books of the New Testament. The earliest manuscripts we have are copies of copies of copies that don’t agree with each other. Who made the changes to the oldest manuscripts? What did they change? And why did they make those changes?
May 7, 2026
Day of Reflection with Chaz Franke
Come join in on an exploration into the inner mystic that drives all of our seeking towards authenticity.
Multiple Dates in June 2026
Journey from Eden to the Heavenly Jerusalem Summer retreat with Fr. Mark Dean
Over the past few years, I have been reading and working with the writings of such authors as René Girard, Fr. James Alison and S. Mark Heim and their work on Memetic Theory (Scapegoating) and Sacred Violence. Their writings have certainly influenced not only my thinking, but also my preaching and writing.
Multiple Dates in April-May 2026
Violence Divine: Overcoming the Bible’s Betrayal of its Non-Violent God
One of the world’s foremost historical Jesus scholars helps the church rise above the greatest of Christian treasons: that everlasting peace can only be achieved through the onslaught of divine violence.
November 20, 2026 – December 31, 2026
57th Annual Way of Lights 2026
Beginning November 20 through December 31, 2026, the beloved Way of Lights returns—inviting you to step into a tradition that has touched hearts for over half a century.
Experience the 57th year of sharing the journey of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph as they travel to Bethlehem, told through millions of brilliant, colorful lights.
As preparations begin for another unforgettable season, we invite you to join us!
May 11, 2026 – May 18, 2026
Summer Directed Retreat
“May is the new July… at least when it comes to our week of Directed Retreats traditionally held in the month of July.
This summer (2026) we will be making a transition in our schedule of Directed Retreats by moving the July week of Directed Retreats into the month of May.