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The Christian story suggests that God made all things and holds all things together. RELATA is an opportunity to seek meaning around this divine connectivity. Each class features a simple meal, brief presentation, and small-group guided discussion.

Topics include emerging trends in our culture; conversations about love and what it means to be human; who is God; what is the value of church; and how spiritual exercises impact human connections to all things. The premise is that every person has something significant to say about God.

And so, a RELATA conversation is an exercise in discovering meaning in community.

WHAT IS RELATA?

RELATA is Epiphany’s response to the crisis of disconnection in the city of Seattle and across our nation.

RELATA is an 8-week opportunity to connect over a meal and in conversation around life’s important questions where everyone’s voice is valued, and we learn together through dialogue.

RELATA is designed for everyone, wherever they are on their spiritual journey, from any faith or none.

WHAT HAPPENS AT RELATA?

    • Community Meal: Enjoy a delicious meal together.
    • 10-Minute RELATA Talk: Gain clear and concise insights on the weekly theme.
    • Table Discussions: Engage in facilitated conversations at their assigned table with the same group throughout the 8 weeks.
    • Group Sharing:  Share key takeaways or points of reflection from table discussions. 
    • Insights: Capture personal takeaways from the session by writing down or recording a “RELATA Insight”.

 

Course Outline

RELATA is designed to inspire open dialogue within a meaningful flow. These are the questions we will consider over the course of 8 weeks:

  1. CONNECTION
    In a world that’s so connected, why do we experience so much disconnection? What does real connection look like?

  2. INTEGRATION
    Is it possible to live in a world where everyone belongs? What does integration in community look and feel like?

  3. EXPRESSION
    We yearn to express ourselves and have an impact in the world, yet satisfaction eludes us – why?

  4. COMPASSION
    What if the relationships we nurture are merely the starting point of our journey towards deeper connection?

  5. EXPANSION
    Does the world extend beyond what we can see, hear, touch, or even feel? How does embracing this “beyond” challenge or expand our understanding of the world?

  6. REALIZATION
    How do we reconcile our individuality with this expanded image of existence? Can we realize this deeper interconnection in our personal lives?

  7. ACTIVATION
    What decisions can we make to ensure we live the lives we desire? Are there practices that activate our interconnected selves?

  8. INSPIRATION
    How can communities support and inspire each other in making the changes necessary for living a deeply interconnected life?