BEGINNINGS...A REFRESHER

Every month we draw a circle of community around babies for a ritual of dedication. We dedicate them to Christ, and in that moment we also collectively dedicate ourselves to nurturing them into awareness of who God has called them to be. Babies are not the only ones who need to be reminded and nurtured into purpose. We all need it, and not just at the beginning. Through out our lives we need to draw inward and encircle one another to affirm that we live for a reason...no matter our age or situation. In this season of care, you are invited to reflect individually and collectively on the principle that each of the 8 bowls represents. Click to read about the African origins of the 8 Bowl (baby dedication) Ritual

Upcoming Gatherings (2025 session is full)

• July 30th, 1:30 - 3:00 pm

  • Bowl 3 - Bitterness

• August 27th, 1:30 - 3:00 pm

  • Bowl 4 - Wisdom

• September 24th, 1:30 - 3:00 pm

  • Bowl 5 - Crisis

• October 29th, 1:30 - 3:00 pm

  • Bowl 6 - Balance

• November 26th, 1:30 - 3:00 pm 

  • Bowl 7 & 8 - Identity and Faith

• January 26th, 2026 10am - 1:30pm

      (Offsite Retreat - Full 8 Bowl Ritual on January 26th)

During our first session, I asked you, :"What do you want to live into for yourself this year?" Your answers are gathered here. Keep coming back to these hopes, desires and commitments as you move through this season of engaging the principles found in the 8 Bowl Ritual. Don't forget to check out the video below for a bit of inspiration by a Chicago hometown favorite!