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, September 6th
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 spending 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.
Brandon Tinkler
Musical Guest
Brandon Tinkler is an independent recording artist based out of Indianapolis, IN. Brandon fell in love with rock ‘n roll music at the age of fifteen and began performing and writing songs shortly after. Listeners will enjoy a songwriting style that blends the simplicity of early rock ‘n roll music with unique sonic layers that encompass a range of different styles of American music..
Catch Our Weekly Podcast
Last time on the C3 stage
Brad Ruggles
Brad kicks up our new series, “Empire of Sound: II” with his talk, “Artificial Intelligence.”
