The New Spirituality (sometimes called “Do-It-Yourself Spiritualities”), and Paganism represents some of the fastest growing and largest expressions of “alternative” or emerging spiritualities in the Western world. There are a number of books and presentations available from Christian ministries that compare and contrast the beliefs of these spiritualities with traditional Christianity, and while many of these materials promote an “expose and oppose” doctrinal perspective, they do not provide suggestions on missional engagement.

The staff of Neighboring Faiths Project can present practical seminars for your church group that not only help you understand the beliefs and practices of these emerging spiritualities, but also provide suggestions regarding creative missions approaches that can be implemented by individuals, as well as the local church in missions ministry.

This presentation can be presented in a variety of formats to meet the needs of your church group.

Hosting a Seminar on New Spirituality or Paganism

Our seminars can be presented in a variety of formats to meet the needs of your church.

Saturday options

• 3-hour program. This option involves a seminar on a Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to noon. A seminar donation given by participants of $29 for individuals and $55 for a couple includes a continental breakfast, and a seminar handout.

Wednesday evenings option

• Some churches have chosen to have us speak at Wednesday evening services. This option might be considered by churches near our offices in Virginia City, NV, or Salt Lake City, Utah, but travel costs would prohibit such a format for churches outside of these areas.

Sunday morning options

Our missionary staff can speak on the topic of the New Spirituality or Paganism within a sermon on Sunday morning, or to small groups in Bible study during Sunday school.

Other scheduling considerations

Churches can also choose to make a donation to this ministry in lieu of donations offered by seminar attendees. Churches will also be asked to assist Neighboring Faiths Project with travel expenses associated with presentations.

Contact our ministry for scheduling information.

In addition to our seminars, visit our Resource pages for recommended materials on the New Spirituality and Paganism.