Moving towards a new community, be it spiritual or not, is often marked by a sense of curiosity and anticipation.
Preface is a four-week experience designed to embrace the intrigue of someone interested in making Watershed their spiritual home. In Preface, with our staff and others, you’ll hear about and be given the opportunity to meet new people as well as discover and participate in several theological/ and philosophical conversations pivotal to Watershed’s transformation and self-actualization.
Preface Interest Form Below
“Sometimes we are closer to the truth in our vulnerability than in our safe certainties,”
― Rachel Held Evans
Topics Covered
Week One
Introduction to the
Theology of Trampolining
Week Two
Freezing the Frame + Spiritual Technologies
Week Three
The 5th Act Play
and the B-I-B-L-E!
Week Four
Hard to name obstacles.
*Dinner after, location TBD!
Others who have been through Preface…
The Preface experience was probably the least intimidating, most welcoming experience a person like me, new to church, could have asked for. I found connection beyond my expectations, and a group not just willing, but WANTING to connect in genuine, nonjudgmental ways. The structure of the conversation fed my curiosity and lead to a very surprising outcome for me- finding a passion for hearing about other people’s faith, journeys, and struggles.
— Megan Arel, Preface 2022
“This experience has really opened my mind to the possibility of having a church community again. It has brought me so much hope in knowing that there are people who love me and care about me even in the middle of my questioning."
— Ashley Frady, Preface 2022
Preface FAQs
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While Preface will never be a “requirement”, it has proven to be helpful in preparing a new person so that they can better navigate the culture, life, and beliefs of and within Watershed.
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Yes! We provide free childcare for ages birth-5th grade, but please let us know ahead of time so we can secure a sitter.
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Our next Preface will be announced soon. We will be meeting in person for 4 straight weeks. To be added to our waitlist, click the button below!
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You’re in good company then! A lot of the folks who participate Preface (and attend Watershed) don’t either. We are a community of a wide range of believers — non, quesitoning, spritual, etc. You’re welcome here with all that you bring to the table.