About A Place to Be Spirituality Center

An authentic community.
​Through community, contemplation, and education, we strive to dismantle barriers, cultivate diversity and encouraging reflective dialogue.

Our Mission

A Place to Be accompanies those who seek meaning and purpose and something beyond themselves.

Leadership Team

Phil Block

"Being a board member allows me to contribute my knowledge, experience, and talents for the benefit of the larger A Place To Be community.  As a team, Board members conbine their unique backgrounds, motivations, beliefs, and skills to plan and present programs, events, and activities of value which help to meet the diverse needs of the spirituality center community.  As volunteers, we donate our time in an effort to benefit those who come to find spiritual nourishment, fellowship, education, and fun at A Place To Be.
  Barbara Bode
  
"I chose to be involved long ago because this is a special opportunity to bring together God's people; people who have spiritual needs, are fed by enriching and contemplative readings, retreats, days of reflection, and more.  It is a chance to participate with people who are hurting, lonely, creative and searching. I love our "place to be," our leadership and what we offer. Because we connect at a deeper level we unite as a friendly strong parish community. We really care about eachother."
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  Jenny Mitchell
  
​"I started my journey at APTB as a participant in book groups and retreats, where I learned to explore my faith on a deeper level than ever before with a supportive, caring community. Then I became the 'resident artist,' helping to find and implement creative ways to get in touch with one's spirituality... and 'Euchre queen,' teaching people to play a fun card game with other community members each month. Eventually I joined the staff as 'marketing guru.' I have gained so much from my experiences at APTB and continue to grow deeper in faith with this community. I'm so grateful for the opportunity to help others on their own journeys!"
Gary Weber

Being a board member for A Place To Be has been a very rewarding experience for me. I have been participating with the Bible Studies, Religious and Spiritual Book studies and numerous other events over the last several years which I have enjoyed so much and has changed me as a more spiritual and caring person. I am blessed with being able to assist in shaping the future of this ministry, to ensure that it grows, and continues to thrive in our community. I am very excited about the present and future of APTB and look forward to help with this journey
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Ciara Hassinger

​I am thrilled to join the Board of Directors at A Place To Be! I am excited to contribute my passion and skills to foster a welcoming space for diverse community exploration and spiritual growth. Together, we can support individuals on their spiritual journeys and create meaningful connections to uplift all those involved.
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Olivia Hickman

​I could not be more excited to the supportive community of A Place To Be! I am eager to join and learn from its members and contribute my skills and passions to further enhance the organization. I am excited to explore my spirituality further and learn from the community around me at APTB as I embark on this new chapter!

Our Staff

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   Becca Surges
   Executive Director
   Email: [email protected]
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Kelly Lemens
​Programming Manager
​Email: [email protected]

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