Listening Groups
As we grow and change on our spiritual journey, we often long for like-minded companions to join us as we process the reality of God always at work in our lives. Discerning this movement of the Spirit within our ordinary days is a practice of deep listening to the Spirit of God in our longings, in the challenges we face, and in the questions that stay with us.
We're excited to offer four opportunities to participate in a Listening Group starting in September, followed by groups in November, January, and March. Listening Groups are comprised of 4-6 individuals committed to a short-term supportive community in four weekly sessions where we explore specific topics that help us show up to the soul-work of listening and responding to these Divine invitations. The four sessions will focus on the following topics:
topics, SCHEDULES & REGISTRATION LINKS
September 2026 - Practicing the Presence of God (Meditations from Brother Lawrence)
Tuesdays 09/08, 15, 22, 29 (1:00 - 3:00 PM, PT)
Wednesdays 09/09, 16, 23, 30 (9:00 - 11:00 AM, PT)
Recognizing being Loved First
The Reality of Unceasing Prayer
Holy Indifference to What is
Living an Integrated Life
November 2026 - Embracing The Spiritual Life (Meditations from Evelyn Underhill)
Tuesdays 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/17 (1:00 - 3:00 PM, PT)
Wednesdays 10/28, 11/4, /11/11, 11/18 (9:00 - 11:00 AM, PT)
Doing vs. Being
Communion with God
Cooperation with God
Testing the Spiritual Life
January 2027 - All Shall be Well (Meditations from Julian of Norwich)
Tuesdays 01/05, 01/12, 01/19, 01/26 (1:00 - 3:00 PM, PT)
Wednesdays 01/06, 01/13, 01/20, 01/27 (9:00 - 11:00AM, PT)
The Devoted Life
Who is God for Me?
Why do I Pray?
How do I Grow in Contentment?
March 2027 - The Spiritual Art of Attentiveness (Meditations from Esther de Wall)
Tuesdays 03/02, 03/09, 03/16, 03/23 (1:00 - 3:00 PM, PT)
Wednesdays 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24 (9:00 - 11:00 AM, PT)
Living with Open Eyes and Ears
The Wonder of Silence
Attentive to Change
Attentive to Mystery
FAQ:
Q: Can I sign up for just one group, or do I need to sign up for all four listening groups? A: You can sign up for one or more.
Q: Do I attend on Tuesday AND Wednesday? A: No. You register for Tuesday OR Wednesday.
Q: How much does it cost? A: $100 for each four-week group (scholarships are available).
Q: What if more than 6 people sign up for the group I register for? A: The first six people to register are in the group, the others will be put on a wait list. You pay your program fee only after you’ve been notified via email, that you are in the group. At that time, you’ll be asked to pay a $50 non-refundable deposit to secure your place, and the balance is due two weeks before the group starts.
Q: Do I need to buy and read the book before the group starts? A: Participants are not required to read the books. A general focus topic email will be sent to attendees each week with questions to ponder, quotes to meditate on and use for journaling their journey.
Q: Who is facilitating the groups? A: Marsha Crockett
Listening Group facilitator
Marsha Crockett is a certified Spiritual Director from CFDM -AZ, and an award-winning author of seven books focused on prayer, spiritual formation, and God-given identity. She resides in Port Orchard, Washington, and is actively involved in her local faith community. You can learn more about her books here, and at www.marshacrockett.org
Q: What if I still have questions?
A: Email CFDMnorthwest@gmail.com with your questions.