Tuesday 5 July 2016

Special Summer Events

Just when you thought we might be winding down a little for the summer, here is a list of our fun and exciting upcoming events. There is something for everyone. Workshops, special services, and even a concert.




Peace Workshop ~ July 10 ~ 1 -3pm


By gratitude donation


Join Dr. Barbara Leger for a workshop at the Peace Centre. Dr. Barbara is convinced that there is a new world emerging in the consciousness of people all around the world and there will come a time when we will all live in peace, love and harmony with the majesty & mystery of Life, with ourselves and with each other.  In fact she thoroughly believes we will experience World Peace in her lifetime and works to transform herself and inspire others to do the same in order to make peace possible in our hearts and minds so that it can become our experience forever after that.


 


Mindful Mondays ~ July 11, 18, 25 ~ 7pm


$20 Suggested donation


Join Rev. Christy Snow for these three power packed Mondays to learn practical tools for mindfulness that you can use everyday to create more peace, calm and balance in your life. Learn various meditation and mindfulness techniques, chants from different faith traditions and how they compliment the Science of Mind. You will also learn more about Spiritual Mind Treatment and how to hone this skill.


Enhance your Spiritual practices and enhance your life!


 


Outdoor Soul Food Sunday ~ July 17th 10:30 am


Peace Centre – 2490 Pandosy      


We are changing it up for our Sunday Celebrations this summer. On July 17th join Reverend Barb Samuel for an inspiring musical service in the beautiful Okanagan Sunshine.


 


Living In Solution – Day Retreat ~ Focus: What Is Mine To Give?


July 23rd 9:30-4pm


What to bring: Lunch and your journal


$100 ($45 deposit to register)


This retreat will focus on your unique gifts, what you are here to give to the world. Through identifying and embracing these gifts you will learn to take ownership in your community and your life in a greater way.


We are here to be fully expressed, are you?


 


Sunday Celebration ~ At the Rotary Centre for the Arts


July 24th 10:30 am (10am meditation)


Join Rev. Christy Snow for a morning of meditation, music & message


 


Sufi Zikr Workshop


Sunday July 24th 1pm ~ $30


This rhythmic repetition of the names of God is a powerful, meditative, daily spiritual practice. Zikr, is the remembrance of God and is primarily associated with Sufism, which is the mystical aspect of Islam.




Rev. Christy has studied with Sufi Shaikhs Kabir and Camille Helminski, founders of the Threshold Society and representatives of the Mevlevi Order in North America (Rumi’s Order, the 13th century Muslim saint and mystic). Christy is also an ordained Science of Mind minister and has studied interfaith traditions and the spiritual practices of many different religions since 2005.


 
During this workshop you will learn about the origins of this practice, the different Sufi orders and a brief history of the oneness teachings of Rumi. You will also experience first hand with the group the vibrational meditation of Zikr. You will leave with a new spiritual tool for mindfulness and meditation.




Christy Snow In Concert ~ July 24th 5:30pm


$20 suggested donation


Join us for this community celebration potluck and concert with Christy Snow as she shares more of her original music. What you hear on Sunday morning is just the tip of the iceberg. Christy has been praised throughout the US and Canada for her heartfelt, thought provoking lyrics, rich vocals, percussive guitar and engaging stage presence. You will also hear the enchanting Native American Flute and she is sure to entertain us with her stories of travel and life, shared with her infectious southern charm. Welcome Rev. Christy from Charlotte North Carolina as she entertains us with her songs for humanity, songs for the heart.


 


Sunday Celebration at the Rotary Centre for the Arts ~ July 31st10:30 am (10am meditation)


Dr. Kenn will be sharing his inspiring message.


 


Special Pride Sunday Celebration at the Rotary Centre for the Arts  August 7th 10:30 am (10am meditation)


We are delighted to be joining with the greater LGBTQ community for a special Sunday Service led by Reverend Barb Samuel. All welcome!