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?”
Be a Part of the Conversation
Join Us Sundays at Grand Haven’s Central Park Place
9am Pre-Talk – Meet the day’s teacher in a small group setting for an open discussion of their topic
10am Main Gathering – Readings, meditations from community members, teachings, and music
C3 Kids – 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
Unable to Attend? – Catch the gathering Live on our Facebook beginning at 10am or view our speaker and meditation recordings later on our YouTube Channel
Appearing Sunday, October 25th
Brad Ruggles
Lead Teacher
Brad Ruggles (he/him) joined C3 as Lead Teacher in May 2024. A former pastor who spent 18 years in ministry before deconstructing and finding a broader spiritual path, Brad now helps others explore meaning and connection beyond traditional religion. He is currently finishing his second summer living in his RV as a camp host with Ottawa County Parks, embracing the slower rhythms of nature and the beauty of West Michigan’s parks. Brad’s interests include backpacking, kayaking, meditation, breathwork, yoga, sport kiting, bird-watching, photography, and cold plunging in Lake Michigan.
Dee Sutton
Musical Guest
Dee Sutton, an Americana singer songwriter from West Michigan, blends a rich tapestry of musical genres and cultural influences from the salty swing of Gypsy jazz to the old timey bounce of traditional American country swing music. Dee has been featured as singer of the month in UK’s Country Music Magazine and her most recent album, Alone Again, released in 2025, won The Jammies best Americana Album award. Rather than a fixed lineup, the Wild Honeys exists as a rotating cast of musicians from across the region. She collaborates with Bobcat Opossum from Indiana whenever possible, who is featured on her new single, “King of America.”
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Last time on the C3 stage
Brad Ruggles
What do you really, really want? For many of us, somewhere beneath the goals, plans, and ambitions is a simple hope: we all would like to be happier.
