November 9 - Forgiveness
Practices for Healing & Inner Peace
with Altazar. It has been said that holding resentment(s) toward another is like
drinking poison and expecting the other person to die. When resentment, vindictiveness
or judgment arise in our consciousness, the only healthy solution is forgiveness.
The practice of forgiveness is central to all effective spiritual paths that
offer practitioners healing, inner peace and the possibility of enlightenment.
Altazar will share insights on the forgiveness practices he has learned over
20 years of working with teachings from Buddhism, Christian Mysticism, Astrology & 12
step programs. Those attending may also share their experiences regarding the
healing they have found in extending forgiveness.
November 16 - New Horizons in
Spiritual Awareness
with Joe Davinroy. Are you curious about how to replenish your own energy,
release unwanted energy patterns and attract what you want into your life?
Joe Davinroy will lead you through a guided meditation that will enhance your
intuitive awareness about your energy field. He will describe strategies to
heal yourself and others with tips on how to integrate spiritual awareness
into your daily life. Joe is a professional chef; he is the owner of Specialty
Catering Inc. in Evergreen, CO. He has studied energetic healing and clairvoyant
reading at Psychic Horizons Center in Boulder, CO. for the past two and a half
years, and danced in the Denver and Star House Circles for many years.
SpiritKids Sunday: The
kids dance with the adults then have their own presentation.
November 23 -Why the Dances of
Universal Peace Matter
with Christine Hart M.D. Our universe functions as a hologram. The instant
we create our good wishes and prayers, they are already received at their destination.
Holding the space for love, harmony, beauty and peace creates it. We'll talk
about fascinating studies that support these phenomena, and --then reflect
on how our Dance / Spiritkeepers community consciousness has been useful in
the past, and what we might intend for our future. Christine is an MD who works
with energetic shamanic processes. She is constantly amazed and delighted with
the potential of our universe to bring peace and healing to out everyday reality.
November 30 - Iniari: a DVD for “Children” and
Their Families
with Marianne Green. This original DVD adventure for children ages 4 - 10 revolves
around Iniari, a fox vixen, initiating her small cubs into the wonders of nature.
Interwoven in expansion and contraction are 'Healing Sounds', as well as more
classical instruments and sounds of nature, all of which nourish the bodies
and souls of the children and their families. The 22-minute DVD will be followed
by commentaries from the 'kids' and a discussion around healthy media in our
homes. Text, Narration and Musical Compositions are by Marianne Green, the
Magical Illustrations by Brenda Ferrimani
December 14 -Playback Theatre
with Ira Liss and Theater Company Members. "The spontaneous enactment
of personal experience in Playback Theatre builds connection between people
by honoring the dignity, drama, and universality of their stories." [Quote
from an international theatre group website] Think back on a moment when you
moved a step toward humanity, spirituality or wisdom. Imagine the insights
and perspective possible if you could see that moment recreated or "played
back" instantly, safely -- with lightness. That's the beauty of Playback
Theatre, a healing form of improvisation performed throughout the world. Join
us in spontaneity as Ira Liss performs as part of local theatre company, Boulder
Playback Theatre.
December 21 -Winter Solstice
with Kenna. Each year a ritual at Winter Solstice is held in Findhorn Foundation.
It gives one an opportunity to walk the Labyrinth, sit in silent contemplation
and to choose an Angel quality for and in celebration of the New Year ahead.
This opportunity allows a space for intentionally greeting the New and releasing
the Old. As this is the Solstice of Darkness, the winter, the time of rest
before rebirth, it can be a powerful time for silent introspection. Join
us in the celebration of quietude, renewal and direction for the New (calendar)
Year, as well as a seasonal new year. It is suggested to bring a ‘sitting’ pillow
since it is a meditation with some movement. Kenna lived at Findhorn Foundation
some 2.5 years, while there she facilitated the Children and Family Department.
Children are very welcome.
SpiritKids Sunday: The
kids dance with the adults then have their own presentation.
December 28 -Awakening the Dreamer
. . . A mini Pachamama Symposium
with Carolyn Hart. The Pachamama Alliance was formed when the Achuar indigenous
elders and shamans of Ecuador actively sought a partnership with the modern
world. The Achuar knowledge that the health of the rainforest was vital to
health of our planet and the recognition that the threat to their ancient way
of life lay far beyond their rainforest home spurred them on in seeking this
alliance. Carolyn has just completed the Pachamama Symposium Training: Awakening
the Dreamer, Changing the Dream. In this mini symposium, Carolyn will present
pictures taken during an immersion into the Achuar territory, present a short
video about the alliance, and facilitate connections between people who care
about sustainability, spirituality, and social justice.
SpiritKids Band: The SpiritKids Band,
under the direction of Gwin Lehman-Fell rehearses on the
two Friday nights prior to the third Sunday of each month,
when they perform. To be eligible, children 8 years and
older may attend rehearsals from 7:30 to 9:00 pm in the
basement of The Mennonite Church (where the Friday night
Dances of Universal Peace are held at Table Mesa and Broadway
in Boulder.) Please contact Gwin for more information:
303/847-1844.
Are you interested in being a guest speaker at SpiritKeepers
Interfaith Fellowship gatherings? Presenting can be a rich
and rewarding experience. Please submit your ideas in a
short, focused paragraph (80 words or less) to Timothy
Dobson at PO Box 368, Boulder, CO 80306 and include
a bit about your background. Embrace this opportunity to
share your wisdom and passion with the community!
