Sunday, July 7th
Embracing Ritual
Ritual is usually associated with religion, but if we look within our own personal lives, we often see that they’re filled with activities of a ritualistic nature. We’ll look at the origin of ritual, and explore how ritual affects and enhances our everyday lives.
Quotes to ponder
“Like music and art, rituals can open our hearts to new possibilities. They allow us to see with a fresh clarity, and bring us to a space of liminality.” ~ Lucy Aitkenread
“For me, starting the day without a pot of tea would be a day forever out of kilter.”
~ Bill Drummond
“The human soul can always use a new tradition. Sometimes we require them.”
~ Pat Conroy
Looking Ahead/Notes of Interest
Tuesday, July 9th, 7-8:30 pm – Paths of Heart Song Circle. Gather with us to sing songs of love, joy, and peace! Your song suggestions are welcome. Light refreshments provided. Love offerings to Paths of Heart appreciated.
Sunday, July 21st – Brian David Collins will be our guest musician! You’ll get a taste of Brian’s music as we look forward to his house concert the following Friday.
Sunday, July 21st – Our next Community Potluck. As we aim for zero waste, we invite you to bring your own table settings (washable plates and utensils). We provide cloth napkins, reusable cups, and a variety of beverages. Please bring a favorite dish to share!
“Paths of Heart Presents…” House Concert Series – After a bit of a break, we have several concerts planned that we’re really excited about! Mark your calendars to hear these wonderful local and nationally touring artists!
Friday, July 26th – Brian David Collins
Saturday, August 17th – Megan Bee with OMD (Our Mothers’ Daughters reunion!)
Saturday, Oct. 5th – The Home Fires
Saturday, Oct. 19th – Tracy Grammer
More details to follow!
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Gratitudes
Thanks for sharing your insights during our discussion on freedom. We so look forward to our Sunday mornings together and the wisdom you all bring!
“Summoning gratitude is a sure way to get our life back on track. Opening our eyes to affirm gratitude grows the garden of our inner abundance, just as standing close to a fire eventually warms our heart.” ~ Alexandra Katehakis
What are you grateful for today?
Other Details….
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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. Do watch for passing 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!
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!
“Be a lamp, or a lifeboat, or a ladder. Help someone’s soul heal. Walk out of your house like a shepherd.” ― Rumi