Sacred Circle: Small Group Faith-Sharing - September 12, 2026
With Barbara Howing and Karen Brugge
September 12, 2026
Are you looking for a place to connect in community? Seeking a place where you can talk about your faith in an open and non-judgmental environment? Join us for Sacred Circle, a small-group faith sharing experience. It is your chance to carve out a special time each month to draw on God’s comfort and strength through the sharing of your joys and challenges of life.
Sacred Circle is a contemplative listening experience, which means it is about holy listening. Trained facilitators will guide you through a structured sharing format that creates the opportunity for deep listening and a respect for each person’s sacred story. Each Sacred Circle is a stand-alone session and new participants are always welcome.
Cost: Free (voluntary contribution upon arrival)
Where: In-person at Mercy Center Burlingame
Facilitated by: Barbara Howing and Karen Brugge
**Registration for Sacred Circles closes a week prior to the meeting date
Sacred Circle is sponsored by Mercy Center Burlingame and Retreat, Reflect, Renew, an online retreat ministry.
This event is made possible through your voluntary contribution. To donate, please click here.
About the Leaders
Barbara Howing
Barbara Howing, as a fellow pilgrim on the contemplative path, enjoys accompanying individuals and groups on their spiritual journey. Prior to becoming a Retreat, Reflect, Renew facilitator, she spent 2 years on the leadership team for the Mercy Center Sacred Journey program. She received her spiritual direction certification from Mercy Center, Burlingame in 2018.
Learn more about Barbara HowingKaren Brugge
Karen Brugge values listening deeply to ourselves and to each other, as we seek to hear the voice of the Holy One in our daily living. Karen serves as Retreat, Reflect, Renew’s Sacred Circle Coordinator and facilitator. She is currently completing a formation program in spiritual direction.
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