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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,
January 20th
The Message of Dr. King
Last week we conversed about being our “highest and best”. As we celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. today, we are reminded of what an example he was for this intention. He continues to be an inspiration for all who believe in the power of unconditional love and non-violence to change what is unjust in this world. We’ll once again honor Dr. King in song with James Taylor’s epic “Shed a Little Light” with special guests Liz Barnez, Marty Rein, Cheri Nichols, Krisann Meyer-Corcoran, and Emma Sloniker!
We’ll also follow our gathering with a PEACE POTLUCK (details below). We invite you to bring poems or quotes of peace to share with your table mates!
“I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.” ~ Martin Luther King, Jr.
Did I offer peace today? Did I bring a smile to someone’s face? Did I say words of healing? Did I let go of my anger and resentment? Did I forgive? Did I love? These are the real questions. I must trust that the little bit of love that I sow now will bear many fruits, here in this world and the life to come. ~ Henri Nouwen
“I refuse to accept the view that mankind is so tragically bound to the starless midnight of racism and war that the bright daybreak of peace and brotherhood can never become a reality… I believe that unarmed truth and unconditional love will have the final word.” ~ MLK, Jr.
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Looking Ahead/Notes of Interest
Sunday, January 20th ~ Peace Potluck, immediately following our Paths of Heart gathering! Bring a dish to share and a peace poem or quote if you wish, and remember to bring your own “table service” (plates and utensils). We’ll provide cups, napkins and a variety of beverages.
King Soopers Neighborhood Reward Gift Cards – We encourage and appreciate your participation in this generous fundraising gift card program. When you use your Paths of Heart Gift Card at King Soopers, 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’
We are sad to learn of the passing of Mary Oliver today, whose exquisite poems grace most every Paths of Heart gathering. Still, as we grieve this great loss, we cannot help but be filled with gratitude for the life-changing poetry she left for us all to treasure.
“When it’s over, I want to say: all my life
I was a bride married to amazement.
I was the bridegroom, taking the world into my arms.” ~ Mary Oliver
You sure were…you certainly did…
Love and Peace from Paths of Heart
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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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