Connect
Connect - Spirituality
Connect with others in ways that will enrich your spiritual life as we listen & learn from each other and aspire to become more like Jesus. Whether it’s a book club, bible study, prayer group, or just a chat over coffee, there is a safe place for you to learn & grow with others on your journey.
Current Groups
Book Group
Common reading of a selected book exploring diverse voices on topics about The Way of Jesus. Online discussion after each book. No long-term commitment; opt in or out according to your interest in each book.
We are on a "seasonal" schedule, i.e., 4 books a year: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall. See below for the current selection.
Contact: connect@westsprings.church
WSC’s Book Group’s 2025 Winter (Jan/Feb) selection:
Should Christians be involved in politics? In an age of ascending autocracies, in a time of fear and fragmentation, amid carnage and crises, Jesus is king, and Jesus’s kingdom remains the object of the Church’s witness and work. The critical key is to discern the true nature of Christian witness in fractured political environments. Wright & Bird’s recent book is receiving a lot of attention among thoughtful Christians. Wherever you place yourself on the religious and political spectrums, there’s much to grapple with in this timely book.
Online Discussion: Wednesday, February 26, 7:00-8:30 pm
Facilitator: Merlette Schnell
Spiritual Formation Group
Spiritual Formation Groups are designed to create a sacred space through shared reflection on the action of God in the life experience of group members and to ultimately consider how a group member's experience with God might contribute to the flourishing of their local communities.
What should I expect?
A regular opportunity to notice your inner life, with a special focus on your relationship with God.
A growing understanding of what God is doing in your ordinary daily life and through you in the world.
A regular opportunity to give and receive the hospitality of listening.
A confidential, caring environment in which to experience personal and spiritual growth.
When/How Often Does It Meet?
Starts in February, 2025. The group will meet biweekly for about 1.5 hours each time.
The group will be facilitated by Ken Dryden who is a retired Pastor and trained Spiritual Director.
Contact: connect@westsprings.church
Engaging Reconciliation
Engaging Reconciliation: A monthly hybrid Online and In Person Group considering the work of Richard Twiss in his book, “Rescuing the Gospel from the Cowboys” as we consider the role of the Church in the important work of Reconciliation.
When: 8 monthly sessions, on Tuesdays, starting October 8th, 2024. First session will be in-person at the church, 7:00pm-8:30pm.
Leader: Lincoln Alexander
Contact: connect@westsprings.church
Men’s Discussion Groups
Every other week, 7:30 pm. Discussion on a variety of topics to spark and fuel spiritual growth. Often kicked-off by a short YouTube video. Easy-going environment and no homework. Commitment to show up regularly.
Group 1:
Every other Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Leader: Ken Imlach
Contact: connect@westsprings.church
Group 2:
Every other Monday - 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Leader: Trevor Culmer
Contact: connect@westsprings.church
Women’s Discussion Groups
Zoë:
Every other Monday, 7-9 pm.
Conversations in a relaxed atmosphere about the With-God Life. No homework required. Commitment to participate on a regular basis.
Leader: Merlette Schnell
Contact: connect@westsprings.church
The Chosen:
Every Wednesday, 10:00 am-Noon.
Viewing and discussing together an episode each week of The Chosen, a film version about the life of Jesus.
Leader: Heather Van Norman
Contact: connect@westsprings.church
Men’s Prayer Breakfast
Wednesdays, 6:30 am at Phil’s Restaurant (907 Glenmore Trail SW).
A weekly connection with other guys over breakfast. Conversation, friendship, prayer.
Leader: Dale Schnell
Contact: connect@westsprings.church
Contemplative Prayer Group
Every Other Thursday, 7-8 pm online.
Gathering to encourage each other to grow and deepen in the practice of “Centering Prayer,” a form of contemplative prayer that opens us up to the Holy Spirit and presence of God in the moment.
Leaders: Gary Teare, Bill Hawley
Contact: connect@westsprings.church
Interested in starting a group?
Let us know! We’ll help you get started. Contact us at connect@westsprings.church