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 27th
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.
Eli Kahn
Musical Guest
Eli Kahn is a guitarist, producer, & improviser from South Bend, IN, now living in Asheville, NC. After graduating from Indiana University of South Bend in 2010 with degrees in both classical guitar performance & music theory, he transitioned into jazz/fusion & improvisatory music & discovered his love for production.
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AI discourse these days has gone from rapidly evolving to outright chaotic. Depending on who is speaking and when, AI may soon create so much abundance that jobs become optional and money loses relevance, or pose existential risks we barely know how to comprehend.
