Sunday, July 14
Awakening Your Destiny
This week’s discussion is based in part on John O’Donohue’s writings about fulfilling your destiny. O’Donohue writes that, “Each one of us has something to do here that can be done by no one else.” Some might use the word “destiny” interchangeably with “fate”, but there appears to be distinct differences. Reflect on your ideas of these concepts and join the conversation!
Quotes to ponder
“There’s nowhere you can be that isn’t where you’re meant to be…”
~ John Lennon
“When you feel connected to everything, you also feel responsible
for everything. And you cannot turn away. Your destiny is bound with the
destinies of others. You must either learn to carry the Universe or be
crushed by it. You must grow strong enough to love the world, yet empty
enough to sit down at the same table with its worst horrors.” ~ Andrew Boyd
“Does the walker choose the path, or the path the walker?” ~ Garth Nix
Looking Ahead/Notes of Interest
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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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. You
can even sign up for automatic monthly donations. Stop by for a visit
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Gratitudes
We so appreciate the financial contributions you lovingly give to Paths of Heart. Our community gatherings are funded almost entirely by your donations and we are able to continue and expand our programs because of your generosity. Many hours per week are dedicated to preparing each week’s discussion and music, as well as keeping up with all the business responsibilities of a 501(c)3 non-profit. We are grateful to all who realize the labor of love required!
“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?
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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!
About Paths of Heart…
Paths of Heart is 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!