This Sunday in the Sanctuary ~ September 15, 2024

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. Rhoda Makled

Title: “Misery & Comfort: Ego’s Security Blanket”

Description: What blocks knowing of the presence of Love? Often, it’s the belief that “I” could possibly be unworthy. This is the place where the identity as the “believer” gets either reinforced or a new choice gets made. Together we will explore a loop of experience. Looking at how there are always decision points where the slit in the script may be accessed. How the choice for comfort in the world keeps us stuck in the identity of the “believer.”

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*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 1:00 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 5:00 pm ET/ 3:00 pm MT for Sounds of Awakening with Rev. Yolanda Mapes

Join us for the next installment of Awakening Together’s musical program, Sounds of Awakening hosted by Rev. Yolanda Mapes. Today’s program will be the debut of Rev. Yolanda & The Circle of Love Band. 

Rev. Yolanda is creating a new, live musical spiritual celebration in her new location in Brattleboro VT. This live event is called The Circle of Love. Along with Rev. Yolanda, long time musical companion Freddy Freeman, and new musical companion Tyler Wansly, will play and sing. This newly formed group will make their debut on Sounds of Awakening. We will be singing originals by Rev. Yolanda and Freddy Freeman, as well as cover tunes that illustrate our collective and individual spiritual path.

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 Contemplations With David with Rev. David Hemphill

Join Rev. David Hemphill in contemplating lessons on non-duality, inquiry, no-self, fetters, Buddhism, Taoism, etc. This is an open contemplation where anyone who feels called to join can do so! If you’d like to read along with the material, we are currently reading from Byron Katie’s  “A Mind at Home With Itself“.  See you there!

Join us at 7:30 pm ET/ 5:30 pm MT for our Live Satsang with Josh Putnam

Please join Josh Putnam who will be joining us for our September Satsang. This special event will take place on Sunday, September 15th, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. ET / 5:30 p.m. MT in our Zoom sanctuary. Josh will be interviewed by Joe Schmitz.

Here is some information about Josh Putnam:
Josh is a highly experienced professional with over 25 years of teaching experience in the fields of acting and spirituality. Initially trained as a teacher, actor, and director. He spent over two decades as an esteemed acting coach, running a successful theatre company. Along the way, Josh embarked on a personal spiritual journey, exploring the universe and eventually finding a path within the non-dual context. After a transformative encounter, Josh dedicated himself to guiding individuals along their spiritual path. In concert with his wealth of experience and intuition Josh is able to meet people exactly where they are on their journey, offering direct and personalized support and clarity. His clients describe him as authentic, exceptionally skillful, warm, indispensable, compassionate, and enlightening, authentic and direct. With Josh’s guidance, you’ll learn to be present and embrace every moment of life.

The Sanctuary will close at 9:00 pm ET
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