A Stillness So Sweet
2025 Mental Health Initiative
Canvas has been awarded a grant centered on the important and timely work of integrating Christian Spirituality and Mental Health. Below is a list of some of what will be offered in 2025 as a result of this remarkable opportunity. Registration for opportunities and events will be shared in our weekly email and at our Sunday gatherings.
2025 Mental Health Initiative Components:
Creation of Canvas Community Directory
Messages prepared by local therapists for Canvas
Mental Health Resource Library (books)
Allender Center Online Marriage Course, Capacity: 4-6 couples
Teaching / Practice on Somatic Breath Work with Nate Todd
Fund for subsidizing and/or matching money for therapy or spiritual direction
IFS Focus Groups + resources with Valerie Clark, Capacity: 24-38 people (2-3 groups)
18 Hour Silent / Centering Prayer Retreats @ Concordia Seminary, Capacity: 25 people (3-5 groups)
Digital Fast Curriculum, Capacity: 25 people
20 Hour Retreat / Workshops @ The Bradley with Ryan Kuja, Capacity: 30 people at each event
Zoom teaching and Q&A with Hillary McBride, Capacity: 30-50, 7p, 4/30/25
Story Workshop with Adam Young, Capacity: 100 people, 11/14-15/2025