Introducing The Spirituality Network Of Columbus Ohio

By Helen Walker


Spiritual and religious beings often share a number of differences. While this is the case, there are some religious organizations which use the term spiritual such as The Spirituality Network, a group based out of Columbus, Ohio. Whereas, most individuals declaring to be spiritual though not religious rarely subscribe to a particular faith.

The organization recently celebrated the 25th anniversary of the network. In doing so, the group reconfirmed the commitment to awaken lives whom can transform the world, ground in the source of all creation and promote the contemplative life through community action and activities. As such, the message of acceptance and inclusion is not taken lightly by the organization or those involved in these and other ministries.

The group focuses on belief in a Creator whose love is unconditional and never compromising. In addition, the organization promotes living a healthy and well balanced lifestyle including an ongoing relationship with God, all creation and oneself. Whereas, those involved in the organization often have a life rooted in a radical passion to change the world, prayer and non-violence.

Some of the resources the network provides are education, formation through the Wellstreams Program, spiritual direction referrals for individuals and groups, facilitating and planning spiritual retreats while offering programs which foster a spiritual life, include professional enrichment and care for others.

While most religions cater to people whom adhere to the dogma and beliefs of the faith, the organization provides these services to people regardless of a belief in God, faith or lifestyle. Being a nonprofit based 501 (c)3 organization, all donations made to the organization are tax deductible on an annual basis.

The Spiritual Network also provides annual awards related to Living Faith which recognize individuals whom exemplify faith through action and service. Recipients are often individuals whom live in ways that inspire and challenge others in need. Information on these awards and other activities can be found in a monthly newsletter and calendar produced by the organization.

Other awards are also distributed at the Living Faith Awards ceremony which is held once a year. These include the Alvin R. Haley Social Justice Award, the Interfaith/Multicultural Award and the Hope For Tomorrow Award. Each of these awards are presented to individuals in each category and community. Most often, those receiving these awards have been involved with the Spiritual Network in one context or another.

Each year, a call for nominations is listed in the monthly newsletter produced by the network. For individuals to be selected for nomination, the person must promote peacekeeping and peacemaking on an ongoing basis at home and in the world at large. Whereas, most often those nominated are very active in associated activities and community service projects sponsored by the organization.




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