Holy Listening, Holy Wonder

Holy Listening, Holy Wonder is an invitation to slow down, listen deeply, and attend to the movement of the Holy Spirit in our lives, congregations, and communities. Through prayer, conversation, reflection, and shared worship, participants are encouraged to cultivate a spirit of curiosity and openness as we discern where God is calling us next. This gathering creates space for both personal renewal and communal discovery, reminding us that faithful listening is at the heart of Christian discipleship.

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Event Date

June 21, 2025

Event Location

Episcopal Retreat and Conference Center
Salt Lake City, Utah

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Holy Listening, Holy Wonder invites the Diocese of Utah into a sacred space of prayer, reflection, and discernment. In the midst of busy lives and busy ministries, this gathering creates an opportunity to slow down, listen deeply, and make room for the movement of the Holy Spirit.

Through quiet worship, contemplative practices, shared conversation, and moments of wonder, participants are invited to explore where God is present and how we are being called to respond. Together, we will practice listening—not only with our ears, but with open hearts—to God, to one another, and to the needs of our communities.

This gathering is an invitation to step away from the noise and enter into a deeper awareness of God’s presence. Through prayer and reflection, we seek to discover new possibilities for faith, ministry, and shared mission across the Diocese of Utah.

May 29, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm ERCC + Google Map

Listening for the Spirit

In a world filled with noise and distraction, Holy Listening, Holy Wonder offers a sacred opportunity to pause and listen. Together, we will explore spiritual practices that help us become more attentive to God's presence, more aware of one another, and more open to the possibilities unfolding before us.

Through guided reflection, prayer, worship, and conversation, participants will engage in practices of deep listening and holy curiosity. Rather than seeking quick answers, we gather to embrace wonder, trusting that God continues to speak through Scripture, community, creation, and the quiet movements of the Spirit.

Whether you are discerning a new ministry, seeking personal renewal, or simply longing for space to listen more deeply, this event offers a welcoming environment for spiritual growth and shared discernment.

Who Should Attend

Anyone discerning lay or ordained ministry, or those supporting someone in discernment.

The Episcopal Diocese of Utah invites all who are prayerfully discerning how the Holy Spirit may be calling them to serve to join us for a day of reflection and exploration: Holy Listening, Holy Wonder.

This gathering is designed for those considering both lay and ordained ministry—individuals sensing a nudge, a question, or a deepening desire to offer their gifts more intentionally within the Church. Whether you are just beginning to wonder or are already in conversation about discernment, this day is for you.

Together, we will:• Reflect on the nature of vocation and call• Engage in guided prayer and intentional listening• Learn about pathways for lay leadership and ordained ministry in this Diocese• Participate in small-group conversation and shared discernment• Ask questions in a supportive, confidential setting

Discerning a call is rarely dramatic. More often, it unfolds through careful listening—attending to the movements of the Spirit in community, in Scripture, and in the quiet convictions of the heart. This day offers space to do precisely that.

Come with your questions. Come with your excitement. Come with your uncertainty. Come prepared to listen—and to wonder. 

Upcoming Events

Join us for Holy Listening, Holy Wonder as we gather in prayer and community for a time of spiritual renewal and shared discernment. Additional details, including accessibility information and event updates, will be shared as they become available.

Come listen. Come wonder. Come experience the Spirit’s presence among us.

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