Below is a list of spiritual and faith events for small groups to participate in now
(or soon). All of these are intended to enhance your spiritual reflection and journey.
This page is updated periodically for you. Please feel free to let us know your comments.
Special Events - Mini Retreats - Prayer - Spiritual Stretch - Topics In Faith
Grief And Forgiveness - Discussion Groups - Book Ventures
All are welcome to attend this celebration and fundraiser on Sunday, September 21 (6-9 PM), at Farnan Spirituality Center (301 East Santa Fe Trail, Kansas City, Missouri 64145). Join us for Mass at 6 p.m. in the FSC backyard area. Then come inside and enjoy the social gathering, which includes game day food (hamburgers, hot dogs, and sides), cocktails, and the Chiefs vs. New York Giants Game shown live. Additional parking will be available across the street at Avila University, and a golf cart shuttle service will be offered. In case of rain, the event will take place at Avila.
Together, we can make a difference! All proceeds benefit Father Don Farnan's Angel Fund, which brings hope to our needy neighbors and critical assistance to the urban ministries under his care: Saint Francis Xavier, Saint Therese Little Flower, and Saint James on Troost. Your support will bless many and strengthen the future of these ministries.
Admission is free, but registration is required to help us prepare. Click here to register and/or donate. Even if you can't attend, please consider donating. Thank you in advance for your generosity!
Questions? Contact Barbie Farnan at barbiefarnan@gmail.com. Please share the link to this event with your community: https://givebutter.com/c/FSCFallCelebration.
Father Don invites you to begin or restart your spiritual journey by signing up for a General Interest Mini Retreat. Father Don will lead all sessions. This two-three-hour small group gathering will be an introduction to retreats that dips our toe into the ocean of retreats. Registration is free. A donation is appreciated but not required.
Specific Topic Mini Retreats
We also offer mini-retreats on specific topics or areas of interest, e.g., prayer, grief, forgiveness, gratitude, yoga and stretch, apparitions and locutions, as well as retreats that are seasonal or relevant to a particular time or group, e.g., Advent, Lent, Mary and the Saints, Synodality, prayer group, work staff, business team, family… Registration is free. A donation is appreciated but not required.
If you have further questions on any mini retreats, please feel free to contact us.
Attend a scheduled Discussion to explore topics of concern and interest in the Catholic faith that affect our society, religion, and relationships. Yes, I'm interested.
Participate in an experience exploring various prayer styles and the spiritual lives of saints and holy people.
Join us in a special Discussion Group where we reflect on such things as literature, art, music, and poetry. Yes, I'm interested.
Join us for a Retreat that stretches the mind, body, and spirit through Christian yoga techniques or being "yoked with Christ." The physical part of our prayer can relieve pain or tension, increase blood flow, and relax muscles and joints while improving posture and mobility. Yes, I'm interested.
Reflect upon loss in our lives, how we handle the loss, how we honor loved ones, and in some cases, how we forgive hurt and grievances against us.
Yes, I'm interested.
Learn about classic writings and faith themes woven into great literature. Yes, I'm interested.
The Farnan Spirituality Center provides spiritual direction,
spiritual counseling, and spiritual guidance to everyone.
Farnan Spirituality Center
Kansas City, Missouri
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