EVENT CALENDAR
To view our upcoming events,
check out our CALENDAR.
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
In
the midst of an active life, many
young adults find it difficult to
notice God’s action in their day to
day activities. Some find something
missing or want something more in
their relationship with God while
others are looking for a meaningful
way to reflect on their experiences
in a faith context. Do you think
that you might benefit from the
opportunity to periodically talk
about aspects of your life as a
Christian in a relaxed and
confidential setting? We offer
two types of spiritual direction:
● Individual
● Group
INDIVIDUAL SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
Over time, meeting regularly with a spiritual director can help you grow in your faith and realize your potential in God. Here are just a few among many reasons why a young adult may want to seek our a spiritual director:
● You are in a life transition and want to
understand where God is in the challenges and
confusion...
● You want to be more aware of how God is
alive and active in your every day life...
● You want to be able to pray your
experiences...
● You would like to see how God is calling you in
the relationships and events of your life...
● You are making a life-changing decision and
need someone to be with you in the process of
deciding...
● You have some issues with your Church or
with God that you want to discuss in an
honest, non-judgmental setting...
Whether your faith life is confused, conflicted, committed or anywhere else in between, you may want to talk it through with someone who can listen well and give you feedback. This may be the chance you're looking for to sort out what you believe in at this time in your life. If you are interested why not look for our program, Exploring Spiritual Direction, which we offer several times year or simply contact us at CBSC.
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GROUP SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
This is a process in which a small group (3-5 persons) come together regularly to accompany one another in finding God in their daily life. Group spiritual direction includes periods of silent reflection, personal sharing, and responding. Everyone has time to speak about their faith journey and time to listen contemplatively to the others. Groups typically gather together once a month for about two hours. Some people prefer to be part of a community of like-minded persons rather than individual spiritual direction.
An online version of the Shalem pamphlet on Group Spiritual Direction, which gives a good explanation of the process, can be found at the following link: Shalem Group Spiritual Direction
If you are interested in individual spiritual direction or the formation of a small group, please email us at cbsctr@gmail.com or call (215) 508-0861. We'll get back to you and keep you updated on the progress of starting a group.
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To view our upcoming events,
check out our CALENDAR.
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
In
the midst of an active life, many
young adults find it difficult to
notice God’s action in their day to
day activities. Some find something
missing or want something more in
their relationship with God while
others are looking for a meaningful
way to reflect on their experiences
in a faith context. Do you think
that you might benefit from the
opportunity to periodically talk
about aspects of your life as a
Christian in a relaxed and
confidential setting? We offer
two types of spiritual direction:● Individual
● Group
INDIVIDUAL SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
Over time, meeting regularly with a spiritual director can help you grow in your faith and realize your potential in God. Here are just a few among many reasons why a young adult may want to seek our a spiritual director:
● You are in a life transition and want to
understand where God is in the challenges and
confusion...
● You want to be more aware of how God is
alive and active in your every day life...
● You want to be able to pray your
experiences...
● You would like to see how God is calling you in
the relationships and events of your life...
● You are making a life-changing decision and
need someone to be with you in the process of
deciding...
● You have some issues with your Church or
with God that you want to discuss in an
honest, non-judgmental setting...
Whether your faith life is confused, conflicted, committed or anywhere else in between, you may want to talk it through with someone who can listen well and give you feedback. This may be the chance you're looking for to sort out what you believe in at this time in your life. If you are interested why not look for our program, Exploring Spiritual Direction, which we offer several times year or simply contact us at CBSC.
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GROUP SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
This is a process in which a small group (3-5 persons) come together regularly to accompany one another in finding God in their daily life. Group spiritual direction includes periods of silent reflection, personal sharing, and responding. Everyone has time to speak about their faith journey and time to listen contemplatively to the others. Groups typically gather together once a month for about two hours. Some people prefer to be part of a community of like-minded persons rather than individual spiritual direction.
An online version of the Shalem pamphlet on Group Spiritual Direction, which gives a good explanation of the process, can be found at the following link: Shalem Group Spiritual Direction
If you are interested in individual spiritual direction or the formation of a small group, please email us at cbsctr@gmail.com or call (215) 508-0861. We'll get back to you and keep you updated on the progress of starting a group.
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WHAT WE DO
The Center upholds the Lasallian traditions of the Christian Brothers by offering programs for the human and spiritual development of young adults. Women and men in their 20’s and 30’s have rather age-specific needs that are not always adequately met by the local Church and so we meet them where they are at through spiritual, educational, social and service programs. We believe that our style of hospitality, mentoring and programming are unique to the Philadelphia area and that young adults find the experience of CBSC interesting, engaging and formative. Refreshments and socializing follow each of our programs.
The Center upholds the Lasallian traditions of the Christian Brothers by offering programs for the human and spiritual development of young adults. Women and men in their 20’s and 30’s have rather age-specific needs that are not always adequately met by the local Church and so we meet them where they are at through spiritual, educational, social and service programs. We believe that our style of hospitality, mentoring and programming are unique to the Philadelphia area and that young adults find the experience of CBSC interesting, engaging and formative. Refreshments and socializing follow each of our programs.
SPIRITUAL PROGRAMS
● Advent and Lenten Series: A weekly session on traditional themes and
spiritual practices for the season.
● Scripture Reflection: An alternative to Bible Study, this way of praying
the Scriptures is based on a traditional method of prayer and faith sharing.
● Exploring Spiritual Direction: An informal information session to answer
questions about Spiritual Direction.
● Pause: A monthly gathering of former volunteers/missioners for an
experience of solidarity, camaraderie, and reflection.
● Taize Prayer: An hour of song, scripture reading and quiet reflection
based on the model of the Taize community.
● Peace Hoop: A time to pray together with like-minded people who long for
peace in the world and believe in the power of contemplative prayer.
● Green Prayer: An evening's break to contemplate and savor God's creation
and to strategize ways to act green at home.
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EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
● Justice Social: First a social hour, then a presentation on a timely social
justice issue impacting our local area of the world community.
● Displaced People's Wait: A small effort to be mindful of and in
solidarity with persons forced to abandon their home or homeland
because of politics, war or natural disaster.
● Cinema Connection: Join the staff of the Spiritual Center on the 2nd
Friday of each month to view a film that raises issues, concerns and
questions that may confront and/or challenge both personal and
contemporary social values. Some selections may have had major market
distribution, while others will be less well known films that possess a quality
and depth that warrant serious attention. Films will be shown on a large
screen to enhance both viewing pleasure and their impact. Following the film
there will be time to share personal reflections, opinions and reactions to the
film in an informal way in the relaxed atmosphere of the Spiritual Center.
● 6 Degrees: A time to reflect on the global reality of human suffering and
recognize our relatedness to all peoples who endure indignities.
● Living Foods: A taste and see experience of what "living foods" can do for
health, healing and well-being.
● Art Reflects Reality: A guided reflection that uses both the senses and
the imagination to behold a piece of contemporary art.
● Theology on Tap Manayunk: A weekly series in October and March at
Kildares - with their complimentary buffet and drink specials - focusing
on contemporary faith issues or featuring speakers who are faith models
(Co-Sponsored with St. Mary of the Assumption Parish. Visit the ToT
Website for more information.
● MySpace: A more personal rather than virtual meeting of others to address
young adult topics such as relationships, life goals, work, and current
events.
● God Grill: A popular summer series focusing on current social justice
realities, beginning with a bar-b-cue followed by a presentation and
discussion.
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SOCIAL PROGRAMS
● Occasional excuses for a potluck party to take a break, such as Winter
Solstice, St. Paddy's Day, Rite of Spring.
● Sports fanatics cheer on their favorite team via large screen viewing, with
snacks to top it off.
● Fourth Friday Flicks:: A fun dinner and movie to chill out.
● Game Night: A gathering for fun, snacks and some friendly competition.
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SERVICE OPPRUTUNITIES
● Monthly service projects, including time for sharing, prayer, fellowship or a
meal together.
● Occasional extended service trips, including preparation and processing.
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RETREATS/GETAWAYS
● We offer both day and overnight retreat experiences for individuals and
small groups.
● The overworked or weary can also join our community for a needed get-
away experience of one or several days with the level of attention ranging
from "benign neglect" to special treatment.
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SPECIAL OCCASIONS
From time to time we have programs that highlight holiday and seasonal celebrations, for example:
● Martin Luther King, Jr. Tribute: A gathering for a simple meal followed
by sharing around values that embody his legacy to us.
● Valentine Stories: A time to reminisce about the people - living and dead -
who have modeled love for us at a time when tough love and commitment
are undervalued.
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LENDING LIBRARY
We are starting a spiritual reading library at our Center for the use of young adults. To view our resources click on the following link. Lending Library
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CENTER OUTREACH
We offer ourselves as a unique resource to Young Adult Ministry groups in the Catholic Archdiocese of Philadelphia. We also respond to the spiritual needs of young adults of other faiths, of various community and ethnic groups and of the immigrant population. In addition to ministering to young adults in Manayunk and surrounding neighborhoods, we offer our Center and Staff to groups in the greater metropolitan area. We are also available to take our programs to other locations on invitation and assist groups in designing programs to suit their particular needs.
Programs can also be developed in response to requests from young adults or leaders of young adult ministries. We are eager to prepare programs of interest to young adults such as:
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FEE STRUCTURE
Through the generosity of the Brothers of the Baltimore District, we are able to subsidize much of what we offer here at CBSC. On occasion we may ask for suggested contributions for programs and donations are always accepted. We also have a fee scale for persons or groups using our facilities for the day or overnight. Please see below for details:
Hosting Outside Groups
Overnight Accommodations:
Facility & Services (no meals) $25.00/person
Facility & Services (meals) $40.00/person
Day programs:
Facility & Services (includes beverages & snack) $10/person
Facility & Services (includes beverages, snack & lunch) $15/person
CBSC Prograrms:
Evening (includes beverages & meal or snack) Donations Accepted
Guest Speakers (includes beverages, meal or snack) Suggested Contribution
Retreats (includes beverages, snack, meal) Suggested Contribution
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● Advent and Lenten Series: A weekly session on traditional themes and
spiritual practices for the season.
● Scripture Reflection: An alternative to Bible Study, this way of praying
the Scriptures is based on a traditional method of prayer and faith sharing.
● Exploring Spiritual Direction: An informal information session to answer
questions about Spiritual Direction.
● Pause: A monthly gathering of former volunteers/missioners for an
experience of solidarity, camaraderie, and reflection.
● Taize Prayer: An hour of song, scripture reading and quiet reflection
based on the model of the Taize community.
● Peace Hoop: A time to pray together with like-minded people who long for
peace in the world and believe in the power of contemplative prayer.
● Green Prayer: An evening's break to contemplate and savor God's creation
and to strategize ways to act green at home.
Back to top
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
● Justice Social: First a social hour, then a presentation on a timely social
justice issue impacting our local area of the world community.
● Displaced People's Wait: A small effort to be mindful of and in
solidarity with persons forced to abandon their home or homeland
because of politics, war or natural disaster.
● Cinema Connection: Join the staff of the Spiritual Center on the 2nd
Friday of each month to view a film that raises issues, concerns and
questions that may confront and/or challenge both personal and
contemporary social values. Some selections may have had major market
distribution, while others will be less well known films that possess a quality
and depth that warrant serious attention. Films will be shown on a large
screen to enhance both viewing pleasure and their impact. Following the film
there will be time to share personal reflections, opinions and reactions to the
film in an informal way in the relaxed atmosphere of the Spiritual Center.
● 6 Degrees: A time to reflect on the global reality of human suffering and
recognize our relatedness to all peoples who endure indignities.
● Living Foods: A taste and see experience of what "living foods" can do for
health, healing and well-being.
● Art Reflects Reality: A guided reflection that uses both the senses and
the imagination to behold a piece of contemporary art.
● Theology on Tap Manayunk: A weekly series in October and March at
Kildares - with their complimentary buffet and drink specials - focusing
on contemporary faith issues or featuring speakers who are faith models
(Co-Sponsored with St. Mary of the Assumption Parish. Visit the ToT
Website for more information.
● MySpace: A more personal rather than virtual meeting of others to address
young adult topics such as relationships, life goals, work, and current
events.
● God Grill: A popular summer series focusing on current social justice
realities, beginning with a bar-b-cue followed by a presentation and
discussion.
Back to top
SOCIAL PROGRAMS
● Occasional excuses for a potluck party to take a break, such as Winter
Solstice, St. Paddy's Day, Rite of Spring.
● Sports fanatics cheer on their favorite team via large screen viewing, with
snacks to top it off.
● Fourth Friday Flicks:: A fun dinner and movie to chill out.
● Game Night: A gathering for fun, snacks and some friendly competition.
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SERVICE OPPRUTUNITIES
● Monthly service projects, including time for sharing, prayer, fellowship or a
meal together.
● Occasional extended service trips, including preparation and processing.
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RETREATS/GETAWAYS
● We offer both day and overnight retreat experiences for individuals and
small groups.
● The overworked or weary can also join our community for a needed get-
away experience of one or several days with the level of attention ranging
from "benign neglect" to special treatment.
Back to top
SPECIAL OCCASIONS
From time to time we have programs that highlight holiday and seasonal celebrations, for example:
● Martin Luther King, Jr. Tribute: A gathering for a simple meal followed
by sharing around values that embody his legacy to us.
● Valentine Stories: A time to reminisce about the people - living and dead -
who have modeled love for us at a time when tough love and commitment
are undervalued.
Back to top
LENDING LIBRARY
We are starting a spiritual reading library at our Center for the use of young adults. To view our resources click on the following link. Lending Library
Back to top
CENTER OUTREACH
We offer ourselves as a unique resource to Young Adult Ministry groups in the Catholic Archdiocese of Philadelphia. We also respond to the spiritual needs of young adults of other faiths, of various community and ethnic groups and of the immigrant population. In addition to ministering to young adults in Manayunk and surrounding neighborhoods, we offer our Center and Staff to groups in the greater metropolitan area. We are also available to take our programs to other locations on invitation and assist groups in designing programs to suit their particular needs.
Programs can also be developed in response to requests from young adults or leaders of young adult ministries. We are eager to prepare programs of interest to young adults such as:
●
Workshops
●
Men’s and Women’s Health
Issues
●
Grieving
●
Journaling
●
Faith in Everyday Life
●
Trying New Prayer Forms
●
Book Club
●
Evenings, Days and
Weekends of Reflection
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FEE STRUCTURE
Through the generosity of the Brothers of the Baltimore District, we are able to subsidize much of what we offer here at CBSC. On occasion we may ask for suggested contributions for programs and donations are always accepted. We also have a fee scale for persons or groups using our facilities for the day or overnight. Please see below for details:
Hosting Outside Groups
Overnight Accommodations:
Facility & Services (no meals) $25.00/person
Facility & Services (meals) $40.00/person
Day programs:
Facility & Services (includes beverages & snack) $10/person
Facility & Services (includes beverages, snack & lunch) $15/person
CBSC Prograrms:
Evening (includes beverages & meal or snack) Donations Accepted
Guest Speakers (includes beverages, meal or snack) Suggested Contribution
Retreats (includes beverages, snack, meal) Suggested Contribution
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