This is the power of gathering: it inspires us, delightfully, to be more hopeful, more joyful, more thoughtful; in a word, more alive. ~ Alice Waters
Welcome to “Paths of Heart“- a high spirited, heart-centered community where we gather together in music, poetry, commentary, and dialogue to create and nurture joy, compassion, gratitude, and love – in our own lives and throughout the world. Paths of Heart is a 501(c)(3) Human Services/Educational non-profit organization that uses the arts, especially, to encourage and propel seekers of a better, more peaceful world to find ways to serve, while becoming more kind and compassionate human beings.
We welcome you as we collectively and individually explore the sweet mysteries of life – this is an invitation into co-creation! Our gatherings are most every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. at 117 Evans Drive in north Fort Collins. Childcare is available (please let us know ahead of time so we can make arrangements).
We hope our paths cross soon!
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Sunday,
March 26th
It was “spring break” last week, for those of us still tied in to the PSD/CSU class schedules, and Mark and Colleen took a little time off in the Arizona desert for some rest and renewal. We all need that recharge at times, whether we actually take some time away, or pamper ourselves on the home turf. Just as spring is ramping up, we too may find ourselves with more on our plates, after winter’s (perhaps) slower pace. What do you do to recharge, renew, revitalize, reinvent? That’s our discussion this week! We’ll also have some “revitalizing” music with Myles Sloniker/bass, Linda Briceno/trumpet, and Emma Sloniker/vocals, joining us in song!
“Rest leads to renewal of spirit, soul and strength….May you have a fresh strength in the spring season.” ~ Lailah Gifty Akita
“As you move through the seasons of change and make a deliberate decision to Review and Redo along the way, you can begin to see everything from a fresh perspective. This will generate new opportunities for making things better or creating something completely brand new.” ~ Susan C. Young
“Whether we know it or not, our lives are acts of imagination and the world is continually re-imagined through us.” ~ Michael Meade
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Looking Ahead/Notes of Interest
New Website! Colleen has been learning the intricacies of WordPress and has created a Paths of Heart website! It is a work in progress for sure, but we hope you’ll stop by for a visit! www.pathsofheart.org
The Paths of Heart Community decided earlier this month to sponsor a child through Children International! We are excited to support and nurture Brithany, an 8 year old girl living with her family in Quito, Ecuador. Thank you so much for your ongoing donations which will help support this unique sponsorship that breaks the cycle of poverty and helps Brithany grow up healthy, educated, and empowered! What a beautiful opportunity to be of service!
If you know of other service projects we might participate in, locally or globally, we are always open to suggestions.
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‘Gratitudes’
Big thanks to Roger Funke for his insightful presentation on finding our strengths through StrengthsFinder! For those wanting to explore further, there is an online assessment available to help you discover your strengths. The cost is $15, and includes a download of the book.
https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/Purchase/en-US/Product
We’re talking of gathering again as a group in the coming weeks, maybe on a weeknight for a couple of hours, to discuss our assessments more in depth. Stay tuned!
” You are like no other being. What you can give no other can give….” ~ Sally Rogers
What are you grateful for today?
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Other Details….
If this has been forwarded to you by a friend and you would like to join us, we encourage you to add your name to our newsletter list, as schedules do occasionally change,and we like to keep you informed of topics and special events as well. If you know of other interested and kind-hearted souls, they may also contact us by email: info@pathsofheart.org or by phone: 970-484-9600, to learn more about our organization. Thanks!
* CAR-EOGRAPHY * You may park in the driveway, as well as diagonally along the north side of our property. Should those areas become full, please park out on Hwy 1, which has plenty of space and a nice wide shoulder. Please watch for cars as you are exiting and entering your vehicle, though! The carport area is reserved for folks with special parking needs. Out of respect for our neighbors, we ask that you kindly refrain from parking on Evans Drive beyond our property line. Car pooling is encouraged.
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Yoga with Heart!
We do yoga here in our “community space” on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. All levels are welcome to participate. Let us know if you’re interested in joining this heart centered practice!
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