where creativity, spirituality, and justice meet
We are a place for people seeking a spiritual connection with God and with each other, primarily online. We value exploring, questioning and growing in the intersections of creativity, spirituality and justice.
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Faith, Art, and Justice | Katrina Zezza | Everyday Spirituality
Katrina joined us to discuss her creative journey, her artwork, and her work at the Kairos Center and for the Poor People’s Campaign.
JUST ANNOUNCED
Call For Art!
Theme: Childlike Wonder
Deadline: Oct 1, 2021
We welcome artists of any experience level!
Kids, too!
community events
Between our monthly(ish) Study Groups, bi-weekly Creativity Lab, upcoming Mission event, there are lots of ways to be involved in the community!
Summer from the Shed | Misty Ann Sturm | Concert
Join us this week, on Friday, August 27 at 8PM for one last concert with Misty Ann Sturm and her friends; Michael Webster on saxophone, Andrew Hartman on guitar, and of course Ike Sturm on bass.
“The Creativity Lab” | July 21 at 7:30pm
Have you been looking to bring more creativity in your life? Join us on July 21 for a conversation with Misty Ann Sturm
Summer from the Shed | Tabreeca Woodside | Concert
This was an amazing set with Tabreeca Woodside, Jesse Lewis, and Ike Sturm! Tabreeca shared four pieces, including an original "Prophecy" she wrote with Ike.
Summer from the Shed | Tabreeca Woodside | July 16 @ 8PM
Ike Sturm is joined by Tabreeca Woodside for the third concert in this Summer from the Shed concert series on July 16 at 8pm.
“The Creativity Lab” | July 7 at 7:30pm
Have you been looking to bring more creativity in your life? Join us for another Creativity Lab on Wednesday, July 7th! Pastor Debbie will be interviewing Misty Ann Sturm on her creative practices.
Summer from the Shed | Ike Sturm + Heart | connect.faith
Ike Sturm is joined by his Heart Band for the second concert in this Summer from the Shed concert series.
Summer from the Shed | Ike Sturm + Heart | June 25 at 8pm
Join us for Summer from the Shed concerts live in Croton on Hudson, NY or on Facebook and YouTube! June 25, with Ike Sturm + Heart
“The Creativity Lab” | June 2 at 7:30pm
Have you been looking to bring more creativity in your life? Join us for another Creativity Lab on Wednesday, May 5th! Pastor Debbie will be interviewing our very own Ike Sturm on his creative practices and he'll share a new piece of music, "Aphelion."
Announcing “The Four Winds” | Book Club | May 24th at 7:30pm
We’re excited to announce our next book club book, "The Four Winds", by Kristin Hannah. "The Four Winds seems eerily prescient in 2021 . . . Its message is galvanizing and hopeful: We are a nation of scrappy survivors. We’ve been in dire straits before; we will be again. Hold your people close.”―The New York Times
“The Creativity Lab” | May 5 at 7:30pm
Have you been looking to bring more creativity in your life? Join us for another Creativity Lab on Wednesday, May 5th! Pastor Debbie will be interviewing our very own Ike Sturm on his creative practices and he'll share a new piece of music, "Aphelion."
“The Creativity Lab” | April 21 at 7:30pm
Join us for another Creativity Lab on Wednesday, April 21st! Our next guest, Kat Nemec, will be discussing her creative journey and how she took up creating beautiful art and writing a blog during the pandemic.
Announcing “The Invention of Wings” | Book Club | March 31st at 7:30pm
We’re excited to announce our next book club book, "The Invention of Wings", by Sue Monk Kidd. Writing at the height of her narrative and imaginative gifts, Sue Monk Kidd presents a masterpiece of hope, daring, the quest for freedom, and the desire to have a voice in the world. Join our discussion on March 31st.
Zora Holness, part 2 | Generation Hope | Season 2 Episode 4
In party two of their conversation, Zora talks about lack of access and representation in media and the commodification of Black culture.
Creativity and Ritual | Casey Carbone | Everyday Spirituality
Debbie talked with Casey Carbone about music, creativity, and a non-traditional daily meditative practice. We hope you enjoy!
Summer from the Shed | Tabreeca Woodside | Concert
This was an amazing set with Tabreeca Woodside, Jesse Lewis, and Ike Sturm! Tabreeca shared four pieces, including an original “Prophecy” she wrote with Ike.
Zora Holness, part 1 | Generation Hope | Season 2 Episode 3
In this new episode of Generation Hope, Cali talks with Zora Holness about assumptions people make and the challenges they create.
Paige Bach | Generation Hope | Season 2 Episode 2
In this new episode of Generation Hope, Cali talks with Paige Bach about her ministry, her relationship with grief, and being a “forever fiancé.”
Summer from the Shed | Ike Sturm + Heart | connect.faith
Ike Sturm is joined by his Heart Band for the second concert in this Summer from the Shed concert series.
Environmental Activism | Kitty Ufford-Chase | Everyday Spirituality
Debbie talked with Kitty Ufford-Chase about Quaker roots, how they helped her transition, and her excitement about being an Environmental Advocate.
Colin Crosby | Generation Hope | Season 2 Episode 1
Colin discusses his journey in finding his true, authentic self, and advice he gives to others who are searching for their identity.
Music and Spirituality | Tabreeca Woodside | Everyday Spirituality
Debbie and Tabreeca sit down to discuss Tabreeca’s musical journey, her inspiration, and how she tapped into her creative side.
“Renew” | Ike Sturm | connect.faith
Ike Sturm is premiering a new video for “Renew” from Ike Sturm + Evergreen’s 2015 album, “Shelter of Trees.”
Empathy | Cali Bronkema | Everyday Spirituality
Cali Bronkema, speaks with Bryan about her work First Presbyterian Church Arlington and how a world filled with more empathy gives her hope .
“Aphelion” | Ike Sturm | connect.faith
Ike Sturm, shares a solo he created called, “Aphelion” meaning is the point in orbit when a planet or object is farthest away from the sun.
join the community
We love our community and we’ve been finding new and exciting ways to be together, wherever we are! We have hosted bible studies, book clubs and even a game night!
If you want to be involved in upcoming community events, send us an email!
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