Support Christos through Give to the Max Day!

For Give to the Max Day 2024, we are pleased to announce a $15,000 match from a group of Christos friends and supporters. This means for every dollar you give Nov. 1 - 21, 2024, we are able to access the same amount from the match! Early donations (Nov. 1-20) allow us to be eligible for extra funds from GiveMN.org.

In the next year, your gifts will enable us to:

• Increase program scholarships:  We want to remove the financial barriers for people in ministry and others on fixed incomes to take part in our spiritual director training, Ignatian Retreat program and ministry soul care workshops so that they can nurture the souls of others.  Scholarships provided by Christos continue to be in demand, and we turn no one away. 

• Support our 2024-26 Tending the Holy Spiritual Direction cohorts in the Twin Cities, Chicago and online -- together the largest in our history! -- Ignatian Retreat learners plus other students and participants with technology tools and staff support. 

• Expand our marketing efforts and technology to reach more spiritual seekers, as the scope of our work has increased geographically.  This includes enhancing communications to those in faith communities;  continued funding for social media promotion and search engine optimization, plus updated equipment and software to record and broadcast programs, workshops, prayer experiences and retreats. 

• Expand a building repair fund for our 1990s-era main business center in Lino Lakes, Minn., which requires maintenance and improvements to the building and grounds. The building serves as our organization's headquarters, and also serves as a retreat center and meeting place for those looking for contemplative stillness as well as programming. 

• Support our most important asset: our staff and those in daily contact with our seekers and learners. Funding will sustain our talented staff by providing more employee development opportunities and help retain the people who embody the heart and soul of Christos. 

Every gift, of any size, is meaningful. Thank you for supporting Christos! 

NOTE: If you’d rather not make a donation online, please contact us at 1212 Holly Drive, Lino Lakes, MN 55038; by email at info@christoscenter.org or 651.653.8207 to donate by check or credit card.