Following Jesus Beyond Church Walls

Dear Friends

You still have time to register for an upcoming book group hosted by Holden Village.

Rev. Chantal McKinney's new book Following Jesus Beyond Church Walls: A Catalyst for Your Spiritual Growth takes readers on a grounded journey of lament, healing, and spiritual discovery. Rev. McKinney explores aspects of following Jesus that have been suppressed in patriarchal Christian culture, leading to an inspiring and empowering vision of what the future church can become.

The first virtual book group session takes place June 4. Additional meetings are scheduled for June 11 and 18

It's not too late to purchase your copy and join us for conversation. You can find links to order physical or digital copies below.

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Watch a special message recorded by Rev. Chantal McKinney for Holden Village.

Listen to a new podcast episode

Rev. McKinney sits down with Carl Norquist for the Holden Village podcast to discuss faith, church harm, and what endures beyond it.

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Coming this Summer

Two in-person retreats at Midwest locations

Step into Loving Kindness: Finding Treasures through Shared Practice, an in-person weekend retreat at the Christine Center in Willard, Wisconsin.

Throughout the retreat, the teaching method emphasizes shared practice rather than expert instruction, inviting mutual discovery of gentleness, patience, and joy through compassionate awareness, meditation practice, and community support. Come join us for a weekend full of spiritual traditions and sessions led by Amber Mattingly, Pema Lisa Antoniotti, and Holden staff!

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Join Holden Village for an in-person retreat at Shalom Hill Farm in Windom, Minnesota August 2-7, 2026.

This five-day retreat will offer a wealth of opportunities to gather for communal worship, creative expression, and faith exploration. Following the program tradition of Holden Village, there will be five nights of Evening Vespers including the beloved Holden Evening Prayer and other music created at Holden Village. Newer liturgical compositions, written specifically for Shalom Hill Farm, will also be featured.

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Newsletter edited by Carl Norquist