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 our Conversational Series at Grand Haven’s Central Park Place
9am Pre-Talk – Meet the morning’s teacher in a small group setting for an open discussion of the day’s topic
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
Unable to Attend? – You can catch the gathering Live on our Facebook beginnning at 10am and view our speaker and meditation recordings later on our Youtube Page
Appearing Sunday, June 14th
Jay Kaplan
Guest Teacher
Jay Kaplan has been staff attorney for the ACLU of Michigan’s LGBTQ+ Project since it began operations in 2001. Among the issues he has worked on include: challenging undercover sting operations targeting gay men, protecting the right of same-sex couples to jointly adopt their children, marriage equality and the benefits associated with marriage, and access to state identity documents for transgender residents. Jay’s work has been recognized by the Michigan State Bar (Unsung Hero), the National Education Association (Virginia Uribe Civil Rights), and Michigan Lawyers’ Weekly (Lawyers Hall of Fame).
Grace Theisen Trio
Musical Guests
Grace Theisen Trio: Known individually as Grace Theisen, Cori Beth Somers and Carolyn Koebel, the accomplished artists are hitting the road this summer for their Androgynous Midwest Summer Tour! Together, they celebrate women’s empowerment and queer artistry, creating performances that are intimate, moving, and deeply resonant—moments where community, storytelling, and music come together in harmony.
Catch Our Weekly Podcast
Last time on the C3 stage
Brad Ruggles
Brad Ruggles kicks off our new Series, “Summer of Sound” How Music Shapes and Connects Us.
