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SUNDAY GATHERINGS
Our weekly Sunday Circle gathering is a wonderful way to connect with your spiritual practice, in company with other like-minded folks. It's upbeat, fun, full of love, and a great way to spend your late Sunday morning! Enjoy live music from both guest and house musicians, time for meditation, and talks by spiritual teachers from many different paths, all honoring the sacred in ourselves, each other, and all creation. Connect with an eclectic community of caring, creative, heart-wide-open people, committed to doing the work of Spirit together. For families, we offer special Children's and Youth Circles to support and nourish our young ones. Whoever you are, wherever you are, please come experience, express, and deepen your unique path of spiritual growth with us! At Jump Start in the Blue Star Arts Complex at 11:00 am Sunday mornings...for directions, or more info about location, please see our Meeting Locations page.
THIS SUNDAY August 1st Our guest speaker, Lawrence (Larry) Cohen, M.D., discusses both the pleasures and practical considerations that tend to arise as students of spiritual principles begin applying them to daily life. Dr. Cohen brings deep insights from his personal spiritual journey, as well his residency in psychiatry, studies at the Himalayan Institute and over 25 years of serving as medical director of the Center for Complementary Medicine, www.complemed.net where he has helped countless patients find balance in body, mind and spirit. We'll also enjoy some wonderful new tunes from Chris Pfeiffer, www.chrispfeiffer.org one of the warmest, wisest singer/songwriters in Texas.
NEXT SUNDAY August 8th Join us as Jai Medina discusses what it takes to tune in to the quiet voice of the heart, face our fears of change, and honor our integrity by choosing the path of our soul's greatest desire-whether in career, relationships, or personal growth. Besides being co-director of the Circle, Jai is also an energy healer, martial arts teacher, and life-long follower of the heart's siren song. What is your heart calling you to do? Come explore it with us, as we enjoy a sweet morning filled with the musical stylings of the wonderful, sultry Sarah Bading, making her first appearance back at the Circle since June.
RECENT SUNDAYS July 25th While cynics have long noted that the Spiritual Path is "a journey that might not end, to a place that might not exist," most Seekers understand it to be a life-long process of becoming. Rudi will share his understanding of this process and some of the powerful sources/resources that have fed him along the way.
July 17th Rudi will sing and discuss the nature of prayer with our guest speaker, Alejandro Sifuentes, a Licensed practitioner of Religious Science serving The San Antonio Center for Spiritual Living. In addition to being a long-time student of Ayurveda and Yoga, he is also a noted jewelry designer who creates a wide variety of original work in his Studio/Gallery in Alamo Heights.
July 11th Rudi shares a variety of sacred scriptures and insights about building a sense of peace at a time of worldwide change, environmental catastrophe, economic upheaval and global terrorism.
July 4th Come join Rudi in celebrating Interdependence Day, with an upbeat exploration of our many layers of interconnection through words, music and meditation. Don't miss it!
June 27th Our guest speaker, Beverly Monestier is an international poet, writer, and peace activist who makes her permanent home on the beautiful, war-torn, island of Cyprus. Her work address issues that confront humanity and touch the heart as well as the mind. Her most recent collection of poetry, What The House Is Made Of, received the prestigious 2009 Edwin M. Eakin Memorial Book Publication Award. She founded the non-profit Synergy Foundation, and has lectured throughout Europe and the US to promote the peace process and intercultural understanding through literary arts.
June 20th Come celebrate Father's Day with a rich helping of uplifting music, poetry and creative ritual exploring the Divine Father alive in each of us. Plus, Rudi will continue his series of discussions drawn from Eric Butterworth's book, Spiritual Economics, by examining various perspectives on how and what we see in our working life. And help co-create our altar this Sunday with photos and/or objects that reflect the father figure(s) in your life.
June 13th Our guest speaker, Dr. Luis Carlos Sanchez, is an experienced hospice chaplain, Religious Science minister and student of the Kaballah who brings a unique perspective to the process of welcoming change into our lives. With music by Kimberlyn Montford and the Circle Singers.
June 6th We continue our discussions based on Eric Butterworth's book, "Spiritual Economics," by focusing on the power of having a grateful heart. With more great music from gifted vocalist, Sarah Bading, singing with the Circle Band.
May 16th, 23rd, & 30th In this three-part series, Rudolf explores various aspects of abundance and economics, using Eric Butterworth's classic book, "Spiritual Economics." He will also be leading a series of follow-up discussions on the book on Wednesday nights, May 19, 26 and June 2, from 6-7pm at the Quaker Meeting House. Thanks to our amazing friend, Ellen Tisdale, a limited number of used copies of the book are available in the Lobby Shop for $10 each.
May 9th Across many cultures throughout history, there have been many different faces and facets to the Divine Mother. We'll celebrate Mother's Day by focusing on the creative and nurturing aspects of the Divine as Rudolf shares his music and meditations on the subject.
May 2nd By popular request, our good friend, Hal Robinson, returns to share more of his quiet warmth and wisdom. The Red Road Journey continues with Hal, founder of Dancing Bear Teaching Lodge, co-founder of the Healing Arts Center in Kerrville, and Gestalt psychotherapist. And Rudolf has promised to bring some new music back from the Spring Retreat for the occasion!
April 25th Because April is National Poetry Month, and because poems are able to navigate through many areas theological prose tends to falter, Rudolf will share and discuss some of his favorite spiritual poems.
April 18th Rudolf joins forces with a wise, warm and wonderfully engaging professional storyteller, Elizabeth Ellis to explore the deep spiritual power involved in experiencing and expressing your personal story.
Sunday, April 11th Help us celebrate our first "Bring-A-Friend-to-the-Circle Sunday" by inviting a loved one to come with you to share the joys of the Circle. They're certain to thank you, not just because we'll be focused on the power of being spiritual companions, but also for the first-rate music of Tom Kimmel and the Waymores, three of Nashville's finest singer/songwriters (www.myspace.com/thewaymores). PLUS, this will be your last chance to hear our amazingly talented and beloved vocalist, Sarah Bading, sing in the Circle for awhile - because she is moving to Chicago two days later to pursue her promising showbiz career.
Sunday, April 4th Don't miss one of our most widely attended Circles of the year, as Rudolf turns and re-turns back to the mystery of spring renewal and rebirth. With music by the ever-popular Regency Jazz band, making their very special annual Easter Sunday visit. Oh, yeah! And you're invited to wear your Easter Bonnet, of course.
Sunday, March 28th Stop by Circle for a great morning with singer/songwriter and guitarist Ken Gaines playing us some sweet tunes, and Tom "The World Poet" grooving us with some thought-provoking poems. With meditation led by Jai Medina.
Sunday, March 21st Join us with Dr. Larry Cohen, director of the Center for Complementary Medicine for a morning talk on health and cleansing, just in time for spring! Then join us afterwards for his in-depth workshop at CircleSpace. Check out our events for more info.
Sunday, March 14th What is the nature of the Wanting Creature that keeps us looking so longingly at the Greener Grass on the other side of the proverbial fence? Rudolf reflects on the various ways this dynamic can be helpful to us in our spiritual growth. He and vocalist Sarah Bading are also cooking up a couple of new songs focused on the subject, with with help from the Circle Band.
Sunday, March 7th Guest Speaker, Rev. Bret Lortie, minister of the First Unitarian Universalist Church of SA joins us as he and Rudolf "trade places" Sunday morning. And, join us if you can, the night before, for our "Matrix Movie Night" (details at the Upcoming Events page).
Sunday, February 28th Join us in welcoming Nizami, a wonderful Sufi teacher playing traditional music of India and Pakistan. In the afternoon, Nizami will also be offering a workshop on Sufi dancing, as well as singing the poetry of Rumi in the original Persian. Find out more about it at our events page.
Sunday, February 21st Another great Sunday with Rudolf and the Circle Band!
Sunday, February 14th Come celebrate Valentines Day with all the "sweet hearts" in the Circle! It's going to be a very special, love-filled Sunday, because Rudolf has cooked up an extra big helping of poetry, meditation and music with the Circle Band, featuring vocalist Sarah Bading and guest sax player, Rene Ford! And don't forget our Valentines Day Dance from 2:00-4:00pm held at CircleSpace. Click here for more info. See you there!
Sunday, February 7th Join us with guest speaker Rev. Linda Martella-Whitsett, as she talks about "G O D - an insufficient name for the All and the Only". Why do we crave G O D and why do we try to describe the indescribable? Rev. Linda is a New Thought teacher and senior minister at Unity Church of San Antonio, as well as the co-host of "Spiritual Parenting in Unity", on the online radio network, Unity.FM.
Sunday, January 31st Like us, Jesus lived in a time of deep social, political, and spiritual upheaval. Join us as Rudolf explores some of the exciting and disturbing lessons that Jesus shared with the people of his time - and how they might apply today for people of all faiths.
Sunday, January 24th We'll reflect on some of the many empowering, encouraging trends emerging in contemporary science and spirituality around the globe - in response to the rising tide of socio-economic-climactic change. Rudolf and Sarah Bading are cooking up some extra special songs with the Circle Band for the occasion!
Sunday, January 17th The Celebration Circle turns 18 this week! Come help us celebrate the Circle's birthday with a particularly high-energy gathering of poetry, music, meditation - and birthday cake! Make plans to eat lunch with us as we enjoy another fabulous potluck feast at CircleSpace, 120 Guadalupe Street (near Flores), just a few blocks from JumpStart. Don't miss out on seeing some amazing Aztec dancers, pinata-smashing and other Big Fun!! See our events page for more details.
January 10th Join us as Rudolf reflects on the daily work and worth of following your Sacred Intentions. With new music from traveling troubadour, Greg Klyma, making a return visit to the Circle because he (and we) had so much fun with his upbeat, socially conscious lyrics and heartfelt songs when he was here last year. (www.klyma.com)
January 3rd Come build your unique, personal Field of Dreams in consciousness, as Rudolf sings and speaks about the process of beginning the New Year with affirmations of possibility, and Zet leads an extended guided meditation. Don't miss this opportunity to write a Letter of Intentions to yourself! With more great music from vocalist Sarah Bading and the Circle Band.
December 27th Share in our powerful, annual Burning Bowl ritual as we release “old stuff” in preparation for the New Year.
December 20th We’ll explore and experience the joyous, Light-filled interconnections of the Solstice and Christmas, as Rudolf and the Circle Singers lead us in uplifting music and meditation.
December 13th Rudolf teams up with our good friend and beloved spiritual teacher, Hal Robinson, for one last time in Hal’s yearlong series of Second Sunday Circle talks on traveling the Good Red Road. His willingness to share his unique, Native American perspective on living life in balance has added much to the Circle, and we are grateful for his teachings (www.dancingbearteachinglodge.com)
December 6th Join Zet and Rudi for a deep and delightful meditation on the healing, nurturing energies of the Divine Mother re-emerging in our culture.
November 29th Rudolf concludes his series of talks on the rituals we share in the Circle by examining the role of “the good word” to create clean, clear endings – in real life, as well as ritual life.
November 22nd At the age of 14, don Miguel Ruiz, Jr. apprenticed to his father, don Miguel Sr. and his grandmother, Madre Sarita. As a Nagual (shaman) he continues to pass along the wisdom and the tools of his family's traditions in helping others to achieve their own personal freedom and optimal physical and spiritual health.
When Dr. Lucas was our guest speaker in September, his talk was so well received that Rudolf asked him to return to speak again at the morning service so they could work together. It's bound to be an upbeat morning when these two join forces! And Sarah Bading and guest musicians will add to the magic of the morning. This will be followed by an afternoon workshop focused on a fascinating, science-based approach to happiness and well-being, with some very practical tips and tools for enhancing your level of joy.
November 8th Our good friend, Hal Robinson, returns to focus on the practical applications and implications of traveling the Good Red Road in our daily lives. A respected Mohawk elder and Gestalt therapist who teaches from the Native American wisdom path, Hal is also the founder of the Dancing Bear Teaching Lodge, which shares the ways of holistic healing in a Native context (www.dancingbearteachinglodge.com)
November 1st Come celebrate the Day of the Dead ("Dia de Los Muertos") with us, as Rudolf spins his special blend of words and music to fit this joyous occasion celebrating the memory of departed ones and the continuity of life. Feel free to bring photos and/or mementos of your deceased loved ones for our altar! 11:00am at the Jump Start Theatre.
October 25th Rudolf continues his examination of the vital role of the sacred rituals we share in the Celebration Circle and a brief overview of how they were developed.
October 18th Rudolf continues our month-long examination of the sacred rituals we share in the Celebration Circle and an overview of how they shape our common experience. With more great music from vocalist Sarah Bading and the Circle Band.
September 27th Join Rudolf in exploring some mind-bending, heart-opening developments in the New Cosmology, or how we view ourselves in the context of the Big Picture.
September 20th Rudolf takes another look at the different ways we view prayer - and how that outlook can affect our experience.
September 13th Rudolf engages in a lively conversation our good friend and beloved spiritual teacher, Hal Robinson as they focus on practical applications and implications of travelling the Good Red Road in our daily lives. A respected Mohawk elder and Gestalt therapist who teaches from the Native American wisdom path, Hal is also the founder of the Dancing Bear Teaching Lodge, an organization to pass on the wisdom of holistic healing in a Native context (www.dancingbearteachinglodge.com) Rudolf has some new music up his sleeve to add to this conversation.
September 6th What is happiness? What does science have to say about your happiness? Dr. Don Lucas, a psychologist, professor, and author of the book, Being: Your Happiness, Pleasure, and Contentment (Hayden-McNeil) will be discussing the emerging facts regarding the sources of human happiness with his informative, fun, and engaging style. Dr. Lucas is the chair of the psychology department at Northwest Vista College in San Antonio, where his teaching has earned him a number of awards and a high degree of popularity with his students.
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