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, July 26th
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.
Annie Bacon
Musical Guest
Annie Bacon is a writer and songwriter living in Ann Arbor, Michigan (via Maine and San Francisco). With ANNIE BACON + HER OSHEN she merges a literary writing style and folk-rock Americana sound to create rich and emotionally complex music. Bacon emerges from a loss-filled five years with 2024’s Storm, praised as “a landmark release” (Glide). She also composed a folk opera, co-created a full-length musical, and is working on a novel on themes of motherhood & war.
Catch Our Weekly Podcast
Last time on the C3 stage
Michael DeWilde
Michael DeWilde shares a conversation about Marvin Gaye’s seminal 1971 album, “What’s Going On”.
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