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 Contemplating Poetry Using Lectio Divina with Rev. Susan Telford
Rev. Susan Telford will be guiding us in learning the contemplative practice of Lectio Divina using poetry.
In each session, Susan will read a poem, drawing from a wide range of poets, including Rumi, Hafiz, David Whyte, Mary Oliver, John O’Donohue, and many others (including her own work), then guide participants through the four steps of Lectio Divina. Susan shares that this direct practice is a beautiful way to connect with Inner Wisdom and obtain clarity.
Join us at 10:15 am ET/ 8:15 am MT
for Our Weekly Gathering with
Rev. Saina Fernandez
Topic: “Thoughts are Tools, Not Truths”
Description: Rev. Saina will be sharing deeply from her heart on some recent insights and realizations that are helping her to further let go of the ego. She invites you to join her this Sunday and perhaps some of these unveilings will inspire you to further let go of the ego.
Reading: Judy Lekisch will read NTI Colossians Ch. 4 & NTI 2 Thessalonians, Ch. 3.
*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 Joy Bedford.
Join us at 12:00 pm ET/ 10:00 am MT for the Debut of Just Being Here Now with Anja Janssen Debuts
Join us at 12:00 pm ET/ 10:00 am MT for the Debut of Just Being Here Now with Anja Janssen DebutsJoin us for the brand new program, “Just Being Here Now” with Anja Janssen debuting today from 12-12:30 pm ET/10-10:30 pm MT. This program will be weekly on Sundays, 12-12:30 pm ET/10-10:30 pm MT.
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 1:00 pm ET/ 11:00 am MT for Sacred Inquiry with Rev. Shawna Summers
Rev. Shawna demonstrates the art of Sacred Inquiry in real time. Join her as she follows the guidance, questioning each layer that the thinking mind throws at her in an attempt to hide the wisdom that is inherent in us all. She is learning to go deeper into beginners’ mind with humble and honest curiosity. This is an evolving process, as she learns to feel for the vibrational level of each thought, exposing the source. She invites all listening to join her in their own Inquiry to experience the strength of this powerful spiritual practice. The original inspiration for this half-hour came from Adyashanti’s book ‘Sacred Inquiry’.
Join us at 1:30 pm ET/ 11:30 am MT for Freedom Practice Sangha with Guest Facilitator Joe Schmitz
This will be a time of sharing our inquiries, insights, and challenges, listening to others, or just knowing that we are in community as we find that undefended place within ourselves that longs to be free.
Join us at 2:30 pm ET/ 12:30 pm MT for Qigong with Ian McArthur
In this program, we practice Qigong (Chi Kung). Qi means life energy, referring to the energy circulating through the body, and Gong means cultivation or work. The two words are combined to describe the practice to cultivate and balance life energy. By following movements (forms) and a simple breathing technique, we encourage more Qi to flow which in turn allows us to feel more peaceful and at One with ourselves.
This practice has been followed for thousands of years in order to promote balance and well-being as well as a means to encourage Spiritual Awakening. Ian’s Meditative approach to Qigong allows us to experience the many benefits of Qigong. One of the beauties of Qigong is its simplicity which makes it easier for the forms to be learned. You can start your practice at any age and begin a journey of discovery in Qigong.
Join us at 5:00 pm ET/ 3:00 pm MT for Sounds of Awakening with Rev. Yolanda Mapes & Guest Rev. Pamela Mann
Join us at 5:00 pm ET/ 3:00 pm MT for Sounds of Awakening with Rev. Yolanda Mapes & Guest Rev. Pamela MannJoin us for the next installment of Awakening Together’s musical program, Sounds of Awakening hosted by Rev. Yolanda Mapes where she will interview Rev. Pamela Mann.
Reverend Pamela was ordained at One Spirit Interfaith Learning Alliance and Seminary in NYC, NY, Class of 2011 along with Rev. Yolanda who was in her class. Her first year of study had an emphasis on the world’s religions and their cultures and ceremonies. Rev. Pamela is a Wedding officiant as well as a self-taught, intuitive artist in addition to being a Ritualist and Ceremonialist, and Sound Healer.
Rev. Pamela last joined us in August of 2023 on Sounds of Awakening where she shared her joy of Sound Healing and took us on a meditative, healing Journey of Sound. We are truly looking forward to having her again to experience this beautiful practice.
If you would like to contact Rev. Pamela and find out more about her wedding ceremonies, please click here: heartstarceremonies.com
Rev. Yolanda is a trans femme gender queer singer/songwriter/performance artist & interfaith minister, originally from Muscle Shoals, Alabama- The Hit Recording Capital of the World. Rev. Yolanda has been making music/theater/TV/film/performance art for well over 40 years, winning the NYC MAC Award twice and inducted into both the NY Blues Hall of Fame and The GLBT Hall of Fame. Rev. Yolanda is so very happy to be a part of and be of service to the Awakening-Together Community on The Member Board of Trustees, as well as with her weekly program The Mighty Companions-The Voice that Likes You.
You can find Rev. Yolanda’s music here: www.Yolanda.net/audio
Join us at 6:00 pm ET/ 4:00 pm MT for Enlightened Leadership: Building the Foundation with Revs. Rhoda Makled & David Hemphill
Join us at 6:00 pm ET/ 4:00 pm MT for Enlightened Leadership: Building the Foundation with Revs. Rhoda Makled & David HemphillThe 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 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.
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