ICS: Classes and Events
The Spiritual Formation of the Artist
Transformational Practices for the Creative Soul
Led by Dan Wilt, D.Min.
Online half-day retreat: Saturday, April 26
9:00 AM - 12 PM Central, Zoom
The neuroscience is in—creative leaders have a unique approach to life, imaginative work, and their ways of interacting with God. Join Dr. Dan Wilt as we explore his research into ancient and current spiritual practices that uniquely resonate with the artistic personality. We’ll draw on familiar and unfamiliar practices in this practice-based workshop, including those from Celtic, Orthodox, and other streams of the Church. If you are an artistic professional, or a creative person, you won’t want to miss this one-time online experience! Bring your journal, a pen, and create a quiet space to join the live online session.
Integrating Spiritual Practices Into Our Personal Daily Liturgies
Led by Trishia Warrick
Online course: Three Tuesday’s - April 29th, May 13th, and June 3rd
6:30-8:00 PM Central, Zoom
In this three-part online course, you'll discover how to cultivate a rich, intentional spiritual rhythm that deepens your connection with God. Through engaging practices, reflective discussions, and guided exercises, you’ll explore classic and contemporary spiritual disciplines, learn how to craft a meaningful morning and evening liturgy, and develop a personalized Rhythm of Life that aligns with your unique journey. Together, we will experiment with spiritual practices, share insights, and refine our approaches in a supportive community. You’ll receive practical resources and encouragement to integrate these sacred rhythms into your daily life. Whether you're seeking structure, renewal, or a deeper sense of presence, this course will help you shape a sustainable, life-giving spiritual rhythm.
Lectio Divina: Encountering God Through Scripture
Led by Michael Palandro, D.Min.
In-Person Retreat: May 30th-31st
Friday, 7:00-9:00pm and Saturday, 9:00am-3:00pm
Many Christians dream of a time when they will wake each day delighted in anticipation of reading Scripture. The expectation of wisdom acquired, intimate encounters with God, fuller formation in Christlikeness, and hopeful expectation of more faithful partnership with God. For many, it is still a dream. But this is the power and promise of lectio divina. Drawing from ancient tradition and contemporary adaptation, we will learn and practice a conversational framework that is accessible, practical, and sustainable. It has revolutionized my reading and my life. I believe it can do the same for you.