C3 West Michigan’s Spiritual Community
We are a local West Michigan community formed of many perspectives, spiritual and secular, exploring what it means to be fully human, wrestling with meaning, and working together toward a better life.
C3 inspires spiritual, intellectual, and creative exploration and action, led by the questions, “what are the biggest challenges we face on our shared journey, and how do we respond to those challenges?”
Join the Conversation Each Sunday
We gather in person at Central Park Place and would love for you be with us.
10am Gathering – Welcome, readings, meditation from a community member, teaching, and music
Kids – Each week we provide a safe and welcoming environment for kids of all ages starting at 10am
11am Talk Back – A chance to share questions, comments and stories related to the morning gathering
Appearing Sunday, December 22nd at C3
Brad Ruggles
Lead Teacher
Brad Ruggles (he/him) joined C3 as Lead Teacher in May of this year. He is a former pastor that deconstructed and later left the faith he was raised in after 18 years in ministry. He and his wife Lisa enjoy adventuring and traveling with their two adult daughters. Brad ’s interests are diverse and include backpacking, meditation, breathwork, yoga, sport kiting, and photography.
Ruth and Max
Guest Musicians
Ruth and Max Bloomquist: One of our longest, most favorite musical connections. Ruth’s award winning abilities as a songwriter and singer are accented by Max’s harmony and touch on the upright bass. Ruth’s trademark rich alto is unmistakable, and her songs evoke images and emotions common to us all.
Catch Our Weekly Podcast
Listen to our current and previous speakers on The Stage at C3.
Last Time on the C3 Stage
Brad Ruggles
Lead Teacher Brad Ruggles introduces a new series the Wisdom of Winter: Finding Stillness, Strength, and Renewal in Life’s Dark Seasons with his teaching Hello Darkness, My Old Friend.
C3’s Latest Update
Update for December 22, 2024
This week at C3 From lead teacher Brad Ruggles: As we emerge from the Winter Solstice (December 21), the longest night of the year, we continue our series The Wisdom of Winter. This week’s theme is simple—Listen. Which sounds easy, right? Except most of us are far...