Dear Friends,
August is one of those months where the beginning and end have such a noticeable difference. At the beginning we are faced with the "lazy days of summer", followed by the cooler evenings and then the cycle of the school year. Even for those of us, not in school or tied to a "first day of school" event, it seems the cycle still exists. Pondering today, what the end of August will look like, I will enjoy the rest of these days, and see what August brings later in the month. Hope you all enjoy the rest of this month
It is exciting to think about the upcoming 40th Anniversary Celebration. Photos are being scanned, talks are being developed and friends are gathering together. Please see the details included below and plan to join us on September 11, 2022. We are planning lots of ways to remember and celebrate. You won't want to miss it.
Time is running out to apply for the internship in Spiritual Direction / Companioning. This two year program is offered in the even years. The 2022 class is forming now. If you applied already, the team is reviewing your applications. If you are thinking about applying, there is still time left to submit your application. Classes start in the Fall. Read more about the opportunity HERE and contact lhudkins@spiritlifectr.org for more information.
If you are not meeting with a Spiritual Companion or if you paused your practice when we shifted to mostly on-line sessions, consider if this is a good time to engage. There are options for in-person as well as virtual sessions. Please see below for details.
"The reality is that this is how you know if you're getting closer to God: more kindness, more gentleness, more joy, more peace, more patience."
--Matt Brown, Awakening
As a reminder, if you have an original poem, reflection or artwork you'd like to share as part of the The Source, please submit a word document to Jane Virgilio at jvirgilio@spiritlifectr.org. More details below. Thanks to those who have already submitted.
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For more on programming, please click on the underlined titles for details and registration information.
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The next Internship Open House will take place on Thursday, August 11, from 7 to 8 PM on Zoom. Please join us to learn about this unique two-year training program in Spiritual Companioning. The newest Internship class will begin on September 7, 2022.
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Curious about what this program can offer that will benefit your secular and spiritual life? The core of Buddhist practice is devoted to understanding reality so that we can see why we suffer. Furthermore, its principals are the basis for the Mystics of every spiritual tradition. I think you’ll see that this tradition is compatible with any religious belief, or with none at all.
This is an EXPERIENTIAL program, not a set of lectures. We’ll meditate together, contemplate how we needlessly struggle, and glimpse the future that could be ours if we two desire.
Program begins Tuesday, September 6th at 7:00 PM for 6 weeks, running until October 18th.
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Mindfulness Meditation & Lovingkindness |
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We invite you to join us on zoom for Monday Meditation. We welcome all levels, including beginners, to be supported by this group practice. Meditation has many positive health benefits including the reduction of anxiety and stress and helps us to be more present in our lives.
Together we’ll be exploring mindfulness meditation, healing breath work, and compassion (metta) practice.
This program is on ZOOM. Mondays at 1 PM: 9/26, 10/3 , 10/10, 10/24, 10/31, 11/14, 11/28, and 12/5
Suggested Program Offering: $40 Alternative Offering: $25
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Want to refresh and deepen your prayer life? Then join us for a five part series called "Renewing Prayer" in which we will explore and experience a variety of prayer practices. Persons of any religious tradition as well as those on their own unique path are welcome.
Join Us for Renewing Prayer
We will meet every other Tuesday Evening from 6:30 to 8:30 EST by Zoom
on September 20, October 4, 18, November 1, 15
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The Revered KellyJane Caesar, a recent graduate from the Spiritual Direction Internship program, discusses some of her experiences in the internship with fellow graduate and our Special Projects Manager Courtney Canfijn
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The Spiritual Life Center is pleased to announce our
40th Anniversary Celebration!
The SLC is celebrating its 40 year of service to those who seek a deeper connection with the Divine. Come join us on September 11, 2022 from 2-5 PM for an in-person community gathering. Enjoy some time with friends, listen to great music, and enjoy good food and beverages.
Location: Holy Family Monastery’s Dining Room
Ticket Prices:
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Entertainment will be provided, as well as light appetizers, wine, coffee, tea, and soft drinks.
More information, (and fundraising news), will be coming in August, meanwhile you can register by clicking here:
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Covid Protocols: As guests of Holy Family, we will follow their Covid policy. More information concerning masks and these protocols will be coming out in late August.
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In individual spiritual companioning, seekers enter the process of deepening their spirituality while working with a trained Spiritual Companion. There are many ways to participate including FaceTime, Zoom, Skype, and phone.
Read more about companioning at this link, complete an initial interview form, and we’ll give you a call. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us for more information about this transformative experience.
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Welcome to The Source - Online. This new feature will now showcase your works in the electronic newsletter and on our website. For submissions, please send your poem, art, pictures or other reflections to Jane Virgilio @ jvirgilio@spiritlifectr.org and we will review for inclusion in an upcoming publication. Preferred format is word and/or .jpg for pictures.
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A reflection poem written (and refreshed) about Sandy Hook by Joe Bartok
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Collaboration Updates
Collaboration continues. We've been meeting with HIU and sharing the vision and objectives of the collaboration.
They recently announced the joining of Dr. Lisa Dahill as the Miriam Therese Winter Chair for Transformative Leadership and Spirituality . Read more here.
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Spiritual Directors Corner
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Creativity and the Arts are expressions of the soul's journey. Both assist with centering and awakening to the Divine, the Great Mystery both within us and around us.
The program includes six sessions on Zoom. These take place from 9:30 am to noon on first and third Mondays. The dates are Sept 19, Oct 3 and 17, Nov 7 and 21, and Dec 5, 2022. (Please note, there are 5 Mondays in October.) The leader is Carol A. Fournier.
The cost of the program is $295. Spiritual Companions who see one or more seekers for the SLC receive a $50 discount as a token of our appreciation.
This program is open to all with no previous artistic training required.
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Happenings With Our Friends
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