Being New Spirituality Center
About the Center
We believe that contemplative insight and practice are key to the transformation of our spirits, touching that deep place of heart and of being that lives in each of us. We are a resource for Central Iowa, creating events to which all are welcome, as well as opening space for offerings that others bring.
We are located in the lower level of Grace Lutheran Church, 5201 Urbandale Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310. Use the north door off the parking lot marked ‘Grace Hall’ and follow the signs.
There is no fee for the offerings that come from the center. Donations to cover our expenses are thus received with special gratitude! There is a basket in the center. Checks may be made out to Grace Lutheran Church with Being New in the memo line. You may also donate online through the church’s website. Follow this link and choose Being New from the drop-down menu: https://tithe.ly/give_new/www/#/tithely/give-one-time/2854737
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Current Offerings
SoulCollage®
SoulCollage® is offered on the first and third Mondays each month at 6:30 p.m. The fee is $15.00 to cover supplies and materials. Cindy Schloss-Calhoun is our new SoulCollage Facilitator at the Center. For more than 35 years, Cindy has worked as a therapist with children, families, and adults. Her gentle, welcoming presence is a beautiful addition to SoulCollage! Please contact Cindy Schloss-Calhoun for more information.
Recovery Cafe
Recovery Cafe: Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m. and Fridays at noon at Being New. Recovery Circle is for anyone navigating challenges like addiction, depressions, life transitions — or simply seeking a healthier lifestyle or deeper sense of purpose. The circle offers a safe space to share without judgment, set goals, celebrate steps of progress, and move forward. Questions? For more information, contact [email protected], 515-608-0913.
Spiritual Direction
Spiritual Direction is available through Deb Richards. You can reach her at [email protected].
Energy and Sound Healing Monthly Gatherings
Come bask in a loving space through crystal tuning bowls and Reiki healing energy, 6:30pm the second Monday of each month. Contact Julie Good at [email protected] or 515-306-4864 so she can plan for your presence. Instead of a fee, participants are invited to make a donation to Being New Center.
Yoga
Hatha Yoga instruction Tuesdays at Grace Lutheran from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Hatha Yoga followed by Yoga Nidra meditation with Linda Garcia. $15 per class, paid only when you attend. Linda’s advanced training includes assisting and modifying poses so that you can fully enjoy the benefits. Text Linda at 515-371-6296 if you are interested in attending.
Book Studies
New hybrid book group: April 23–May 28, 1:00-3:00 p.m..
The Wisdom Way of Knowing: Reclaiming an Ancient Tradition to Awaken the Heart by Cynthia Bourgeault provides an excellent foundation for further work with the many Wisdom resources that are available and that we are exploring at Being New. Interested? Contact Julie Honsey. [email protected]
Wisdom Practice Series
Wisdom Circles began early this year. These are in-depth groups for study, practice and sharing based on the streams of wisdom that have come to us through the ages, and especially as articulated in our own time by Episcopal priest and mystic, Cynthia Bourgeault. Contact Julie Honsey ([email protected]) or Joan Fumetti ([email protected]) if you are interested in learning more. The book circle and the Wisdom Practice Series offer excellent foundation for this work.