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, May 3rd
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. His interests include backpacking, kayaking, meditation, breathwork, yoga, sport kiting, bird-watching, photography, and cold plunging in Lake Michigan.
Grace Theisen & Carolyn Koebel
Musical Guests
Grace Theisen (she/her) is a queer Americana artist originally from Kalamazoo. Grace won Cari Cole’s Best New Artist of 2021 and was named “Artist To Watch” by Michigan’s Local Spins media outlet in January of 2022. She is one-third of the band The Rebel Eves and will be accompanied by percussionist/music therapist Carolyn Koebel, known for her eclectic musical collaborations throughout the region.
Catch Our Weekly Podcast
Last time on the C3 stage
Brad Ruggles
Brad continues our new series Everyday Wonder with his talk, “Laughing Our Way Awake.”
