Memorial Day 5/28/17

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with Norma Nakai Burton M.Div. We are called to memorialize, which means praise, remember and honor, those who have given their lives to protect our democracy. Democracy is a very important form of government to protect in this world. Millions have come to these shores seeking the justice and fair treatment offered by democracy. This Sunday we will honor and … Read More

Rumi – Preparing Us for These Whirling Times 5/21/17

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with Norma Nakai Burton M.Div. The mystical realms are not superfluous – they are essential. Some of us must be masterful in traversing the dark nights of the soul and rounding the corner again and again into Heaven. Then we can confidently be way-showers for others. Rumi’s mystical poetry actually offers a great deal of practical wisdom about how we … Read More

The Secret of Mother’s Day 5/14/17

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with local author Will Wilkinson Mother’s Day began as a celebration of peace and equality, pioneered by two women with the intention to put an end to organized war. Over time, the holiday has become commercialized and personalized and lost much of that original meaning. Will’s morning presentation will focus on how feminine power (in both women and men) can … Read More

The Celtic Roots of May Day 5/7/17

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With Jenny Sill-Holeman and Dennis Holeman We will honor the Celtic holiday of Beltane and its English counterpart, May Day. This day marks one of the four major points in the turning of the wheel of the year. Beltane celebrates the fertility of the Earth and all the living things upon it, as well as promoting new growth in our … Read More