A universal assembly for true discernment
In this program, Rev. Cyndi will explore how we can use the Conditioning Loop (What I think, I see, what I see, I experience, what I experience I think) to shine a light on how the little self works to keep us in the dark. She will be using personal stories, contemplations, and wisdom teachings. Join Cyndi in using the world that we see and the thoughts that we think to Awaken Together.
Wednesdays 12:00-12:30 p.m. ET
Join us for the brand new program, “Willingness” with Sami Ross debuting Wednesday, July 31st, 2024, from 11:30am-12:00 pm ET/9:30-10:00 am MT. This program will be weekly on Wednesdays, 11:30am-12:00 pm ET/9:30-10:00 am MT.
During this half hour we will listen together, either in meditation or contemplation, with eyes opened or closed, as a beautiful prayer of willingness is spoken. We will notice without judgment what is present, the “yesses” and the “noes”, with open curiosity.
The prayer below first came to the sangha in Mexico in the form of a video and, with Guidance, was transformed into a prayer of willingness. I use it often to begin my day, reminding me of my commitment to awakening and Who walks with me. It’s my joy to share it with this sangha as we walk each other Home.
Invocation
This is my purpose today:
to awaken to my true Identity.
For that I, give my mind and heart to my inner Guide, the Holy Spirit,
the Voice of reason inside of me,
the source of Universal Inspiration
the love and the peace that dwells in me.
I am willing to choose the peace of God as the only purpose in my life,
forgiveness as my only function here.
I am willing to accept the perfect happiness that God has given me
by uniting my will with God’s and so witnessing of my choice for love.
I am willing to stay vigilant and to observe my thoughts without
judgment.
I am willing to see the circumstances of my life as a classroom
where I learn what has yet to be healed in my mind,
instead of seeing them as punishments or the rewards of fate.
I am willing to take full responsibility for where I choose to focus
in what I think, perceive and feel.
I am willing to see innocence shining beyond circumstances and
appearances.
I am willing to question and release beliefs and limiting thoughts
that reflect separation and specialness.
I am willing to quiet my mind and to admit that I know nothing,
giving up of my own plan for salvation
and asking the Holy Spirit to be my guide.
I am willing to let go of fear, recognizing it as my own devising
and a strategy to shield me from love.
Now I surrender to happiness.
I relinquish control and place my life in the hands of my true Self.
And in total confidence I let the Spirit of God guide the way Home
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Rev. Jacquelyn Eckert and Connie Poole play Regina Dawn Akers’ Early Teaching videos and invite those in attendance to contemplate those teachings along with them.
Because these teachings are so helpful, Jacquelyn and Connie plan to slowly review them by playing one or two of them each week and contemplating them in a group format.
Live in the Sanctuary Weekly on Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 pm ET
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Here’s a link to RDA Early Teaching that will be played next week: “The Reality of Relationships, Part 1“
Rev. Dianne Scott guides a group of committed students through year 1 of Gentle Healing who want to make consistent, gentle progress toward genuine peace, joy, and love. This group meets weekly on Tuesdays at 3-5 pm ET/1-3 pm MT. All members are committed to specific assignments and practices between group meetings.
During our time together, we will explore what it takes to live from an open, undefended heart. Naturally, any true exploration of living from the heart necessarily entails taking a deep and sustained look at what prevents us from keeping our hearts open. Grounded in the knowledge that the essence of us, our true nature, is the very lovingness within us all, we will explore how to recognize and release egoic energies by cultivating open-hearted awareness practices which support us in directly experiencing our true Self. By leaning into willingness, steeped in self-honesty, and with a consistent dash of courage, we endeavor to open to whatever life brings, as it brings it, that is, on life’s terms. In so doing, we trust that everything – absolutely everything – is here for us to use for healing, for purification, and for learning to live from the heart. We look forward to supporting each other in our individual explorations of how we truly embrace the entirety of this show we call life.
To deepen further into the teachings from Heart Exploration here’s a link to the Being Aware of Awareness meditation podcast. In these meditations, the reading from Heart Explorations is contemplated.
Live in the Sanctuary Weekly on Tuesdays, 9-11 am ET
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John Mark Stroud was our July Satsang guest. He was interviewed by Joe Schmitz.
Here is some information about John Mark Stroud:
A single unexpected moment in John Mark’s mid 20’s left him with a vast sense of emptiness.
He would spend the next 15 years immersed in worldly activity, trying in vain to fill this emptiness. His “normal” life of businessman, husband, and father had all the hallmarks of great success. But that vast emptiness keep haunting him.
Finally, in 2007, he was compelled by some greater force to sell his business and begin the inward search for the true peace and happiness that had always eluded him. Almost immediately he was swept up in a tidal wave of Grace. For a man used to control and responsibility, it was particularly unsettling that these miracles began to move and direct his life into uncharted waters.
In 2009, he was guided to “A Course in Miracles.” Instinctively, he knew this was what he had been searching for. It was as though it had been written just for him. The Course in Miracles led him to the direct experience of God’s limitless Love and Perfect Peace.
We look forward to being with all who are able to join us!
Rev. Michele Hojnacki guides a group of committed students through year 2 of Gentle Healing who want to make consistent, gentle progress toward genuine peace, joy, and love. This group meets weekly on Mondays at 5-7 pm ET/3-5 pm MT and all members are committed to specific assignments and practices between group meetings.
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Please 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 find out more about the Mighty Companions on the website: themightycompanions.
Live in the Sanctuary on Sundays at 5 pm ET/3 pm MT.
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*We ask anyone who feels called to please help support our beloved Rev. Yolanda as she walks through this difficult time. Donations are now being accepted. Please clink on this link https://gofund.me/545d958a
Title: “The Rhythm of Grace”
Description: Sometimes we find ourselves in a dark place and we can fear we have fallen from grace. Melody recently had this experience and found that grace itself was here in this place, too. Melody will share practices that were helpful, and how she was led by grace through a process that deepened her insight and devotion.
Reading: John Wetzel read from NTI, 1 John, ch. 4.
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Rev. Susan Telford guides us in learning the contemplative practice of Lectio Divina using poetry.
In each session, Rev. Susan reads 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 guides 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.
*This was a special edition program in honor of our dear Rev. Glenn Ganaway. Glen was a regular attendee for the Lectio sessions and his spouse, Rev. Yolanda Mapes shared three of Glen’s favorite Rumi poems which were contemplated during this program.
Susan’s Teaching Schedule:
Bi-weekly on Sundays, 9:30-10 am ET
