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,
October 28th
Dia de los Muertos
We look forward to this colorful, annual celebration every year, where we honor our loved ones who have passed with life-affirming joy. With origins in pre-Hispanic Mexico, Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a celebration of life AND death, acknowledging death as a natural phase in life’s long continuum. A centerpiece of the celebration is an altar, or ofrenda, and we will have one set up for you to bring your mementos and offerings for your loved ones (including pets). We’ll delve a bit into the history of Dia de los Muertos and how we can incorporate its meaning into our lives today.
“To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.” ~ Thomas Campbell
“God pours life into death and death into life without a drop being spilled.” ~ Author unknown
“For death is no more than a turning of us over from time to eternity.” ~ William Penn
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Looking Ahead/Notes of Interest
Sunday, October 28th – Day of the Dead Celebration at Paths of Heart. We will have an altar set up, and invite you to bring mementos of your loved ones that have passed (including pets) so that we may honor them for the joy they brought to our lives!
November 4th – REMINDER! Daylight Saving Time ends. Remember to turn your clocks BACK one hour (Yea! An extra hour of sleep!) before you go to bed Saturday night.
You Matter Marathon – Throughout the month of November, Paths of Heart will be participating in this global initiative that creates positive connections between individuals and within communities. You are invited to take a handful (or more!) of “You Matter” cards and thoughtfully give them to others as you are moved to do so (or even leave them in public places for others to find!). The possibilities are endless. Here is a short video explaining the You Matter Marathon. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=by97UBYpSpw
Monday, November 5th, 7-9 pm – Singing Bowl Meditation with Betsy Perna! Experience soothing sound vibrations as Betsy plays her Himalayan Bowls for us. Certified by the Atma Buti School, Betsy uses ancient Tibetan methods to induce balanced body rhythms, relaxation and meditation. Bring a mat, small blanket and a pillow as needed. Comfortable seating will be available as well, and we’ll have tea and snacks afterward. Join us for an evening of bliss! It might even come in handy for Election Day… 🙂
$10 suggested donation.
Sunday, November 18th – Gratitude Potluck following our Paths of Heart gathering.
Tuesday, November 27th – Monthly Song Circle, 7-8:30 pm
King Soopers Neighborhood Reward Gift Cards – We encourage and appreciate your participation in King Soopers fundraising gift card program! When you use your Paths of Heart Gift Card, 5% of your total purchases are rewarded to Paths of Heart. It does not cost you anything extra – simply load your gift card at the check-out with any amount (up to $500) before you buy your groceries. We have cards with an initial amount of $10 loaded on them. This is a really easy way to support Paths of Heart! Thank you!
We invite you to visit our website,www.pathsofheart.org. There you’ll find past newsletters, a newsletter sign-up form, more about our organization, a photo gallery, and a ‘donate’ button, for those who prefer to donate to our non-profit with a credit card . Stop by for a visit and please share with friends!
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‘Gratitudes’
Thanks to Teresa Funke for sharing her blog posts and insightful thoughts on “complaining”, and to Myles and Emma Sloniker, Cheri Nichols, and Rabbi Jack for joining in on the music fun last week! That was a stellar Sunday gathering for sure!
“When you are grateful, fear disappears and abundance appears.”
~ Anthony Robbins
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. Just visit our website www.pathsofheart.org and click the newsletter sign-up link. If you know of other interested and kind-hearted souls, please refer them to our website, or 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. We also have a bike rack for cyclists!
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Yoga with Heart!
We do yoga here in our “community space” on Mondays and Wednesdays. All levels are welcome to participate. Let us know if you’re interested in joining this heart centered practice!
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