All Times are Eastern Standard Time – See links below to join us in the Sanctuary
Join us at 9:30 am ET/ 7:30 am MT for Shiny Things with Claire Bhavani
What is Truth? And how do we find it in a life that is pushed and pulled around by the cravings, aversions, and ignorance of the human mind and senses?
There can be no confusion about where to start, for it is all laid out within the eight limbs of Raja yoga, as described in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.
Shiny Things provides practical guidance to apply the path of Raja Yoga in daily life, relieving suffering and accessing an inner sparkle, within a supportive group environment. It includes consideration of how we conduct ourselves in the world, how we relate to our spiritual practices, appropriate care of the body and vitality, a gradual quieting of the mind and senses, throwing out what is false, and glimpsing what is True.
We will initially use the book by Bhava Ram: The Eight Limbs of Yoga, Pathway to Liberation, as an introductory guide. If you don’t have the book, you can still join us. Later in the year, we will commence a deeper immersion into a full commentary of The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.
Join us at 10:15 am ET/ 8:15 am MT
for Our Weekly Gathering with
Rev. Jacquelyn Eckert
Title: “Flowing with the Tao: Embracing Effortless Action”
Description: In her homily, Rev. Jacquelyn Eckert will explore the Taoist principle of Wu Wei, or Effortless Action. As she works on updating the Ministerial Preparation Program’s Tao Te Ching course with the new translation by Rev. Regina Dawn Akers, she has found that some tasks flow effortlessly while others require more effort. Through these experiences, she has begun to grasp the deeper meaning of this central teaching of the Tao. In her homily, Rev. Jacquelyn will share her emerging insights and how embracing Wu Wei can transform our approach to work and life.
Reading: Connie Poole will accompany with readings from Chapters 43, 63, and 64 of Tao Te Ching: An Interpretive Translation to Live By.
*Weekly gathering is held every Sunday morning at 10:15 am ET/8:15 am MT in the Awakening Together Sanctuary. Join us after the Gathering for our Fellowship Time, hosted by Rev. Tawonda Chase.
Join us at 12:00 pm ET/ 10:00 am MT for Just Being Here Now with Anja Janssen
Everything is already here now, so all we have to ‘do’ is be. In this program, Anja will look deeply into the now, the present moment, to explore how truth presents itself. She will be using everyday experiences and events to practice being present with what is. She will also share a variety of teachings about the now, the illusion of time, and resting in beingness. Some of the teachers and texts she will draw from are Eckhart Tolle, Lao Tzu, Angelo Dilullo, A Course in Miracles & NTI. Join Anja in using our everyday experiences to embrace the present moment and be.
Join us at 1:30 pm ET/ 11:30 am MT for Reflections from Eternity’s Embrace Retreat
The “Eternity’s Embrace” retreat, led by John Mark Stroud, was a transformative 5-day in-person experience held at our retreat house in LaVeta, CO. Participants were gently guided through a freestyle retreat, allowing Spirit to lead their unique journeys.
During this program, retreat participants will share how this retreat helped empowered them to embrace Presence and move beyond beliefs. They will also discuss how shedding concepts, identities, and structures allowed the vibrant Reality within us all to emerge.
All are welcomed to join us!
Join us at 5:00 pm ET/ 3:00 pm MT for The Mighty Companions Hour – The Voice That likes You with Rev. Yolanda Mapes
Join Rev. Yolanda as she continues to share her beautiful voice and heart during The Mighty Companions Hour. This is a program she and her late, beloved husband, Rev. Glen Ganaway began in 2020.
Rev. Yolanda Mapes, who is an interfaith minister, shares a delightful, funny, and inspiring hour of A Course in Miracles. Come join in on the fun, the laughs, and the music while unlearning the ego through the lessons and chapters of ACIM.
You can discover more about the Mighty Companions on this website: www.themightycompanions.com. Also, Rev. Yolanda has a site where you can purchase her beautiful, spiritually uplifting music: www.Yolanda.net/audio If you feel to contribute to her ministry, you can do so here: www.patreon.com/RevYolanda
Join us at 6:00 pm ET/ 4:00 pm MT for Enlightened Leadership: Building the Foundation with Revs. Rhoda Makled & David Hemphill
The Tao Te Ching (The Way), written by Lao-Tzu (Old Teacher), is a guide to enlightened leadership. While most people believe effective leadership lies in knowledge and power, the Tao teaches it lies in emptiness, stillness, and presence.
Awakening Together’s Vice President-Minister, Rev. Rhoda Makled, and Rev. David Hemphill share from the Tao as they contemplate its principles in order to fully embody them. In addition to the 2 versions already being read from the Tao, the pair will also read Regina Dawn Aker’s translation of the Tao Te Ching.
Join us at 7:00 pm ET/ 5:00 pm MT for Deepening Into Clarifying the Teachings Together with Rev. Jacquelyn Eckert
During this program, we will listen to a portion of each previously recorded “Clarifying the Teachings” program. Afterward, we will spend time contemplating and teaching ourselves what is most alive for us at the moment. We may also spend time practicing what Regina is teaching. And…we will start at the very beginning.
Bring your journals, openness, and curiosity as we explore what is most alive in us and ready to be seen. We hope you feel inspired to join.
Join us at 8:00 pm ET/ 6:00 pm MT for Movie Watchers Discussion Group with Laura Joy Bedford
Movies are modern day parables. Watching movies with your inner guide can inform rather than just entertain you. This Spirit Led Movie Watchers Discussion Group, facilitates the participants’ ability to identify spiritual themes in everyday movies and to use movies as a way of uncovering unconscious beliefs about ourselves and the world we live in.
“Chasing Mavericks” is a 2012 film inspired by the true story of 15-year-old surfing prodigy Jay Moriarty, portrayed by Jonny Weston, and his developing friendship with seasoned surfer Frosty Hesson, played by Gerard Butler. Jay learns that the legendary Mavericks surf break, known for producing some of the largest waves on Earth, is located near his home in California. Determined to conquer it, Jay seeks Frosty’s guidance in mastering the Mavericks. Initially hesitant, Frosty eventually agrees, becoming not only Jay’s coach but also a mentor and father figure, leading to a transformative journey for both of them.
This film was selected for its diverse themes that encourage awakening to our True Self. These themes encompass both the avoidance of facing fear and fearlessly facing the fear that keeps us from awakening to our Self. Additionally, the film highlights our increasing awareness and sensitivity to the field of Divine Love that we inherently are and are always surrounded by. Water and waves are used as powerful symbols representing the inner waves of light and energy that we all navigate.
Trailer for Chasing Mavericks
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