CIRCLES

Book Study - A NEW EARTH: AWAKENING TO YOUR LIFE'S PURPOSE (as seen on Oprah)

To begin healing the planet, individuals will have to consciously become aware of the unhealed wounds they carry and the stories they make up that hold them back from being fully present in this moment. They must let those wounds and stories go and take responsibility for their lives; their words, thoughts, and actions. Each of us has an impact on the collective consciousness. Each time one of us becomes more aware, we contribute positively to that collective consciousness. We can heal the planet; one person at a time; right here; right now.

Join a small group of like-minded seekers as we meet to read, explore, discuss and apply the themes in Eckhart Tolle's latest book. Maximum number of participants will be 10.

Our time together will be guided by the principles of Peer Spirit Circles. www.peerspirit.com

WHEN:   Thursdays, March 20 - May 22, 2008
TIME:      7 - 9 P.M.
COST:    $150
WHERE: TBD

For more information and to register please call Barbara at 519-767-5697

Support our local independent bookseller, the Bookshelf
by buying your copy there.

FINDING WATER - The Art of Perseverance

"Finding Water completes Julia Cameron's trilogy on the creative process ~ beginning with The Artist's Way and Walking in the World ~ to offer guidance on weathering the periods in an artist's life (and we are all artists of life) when inspiration appears to have run dry."

Join us for an exciting 12 week journey of self discovery and self mastery. Be a part of this intentionally small study group of no more than 10 people. You can expect a challenging, rewarding, fascinating, fun and above all, a personal journey; to commit to daily and weekly tasks; to dissolve the blocks keeping you from your creative passions; and to feel more alive, energized, trusting and willing to try new things.

Whether you are "making a decision to begin a new project; persevering when a new approach in your life does not bear immediate fruit; staying focused when other parts of your life threaten to distract you and finding possibilities for inspiration in the most unlikely places", this group will offer you a safe space for conversation, and opportunities to learn, to grow and to share your wisdom with others in the group.

Experience the possibility of transformation!

WHEN:   Tuesdays from September 18 to December 11, 2007
TIME:      7 - 9 P.M.
COST:    $300.00
WHERE: Rm. 201, Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street

For more information and to register please call Barbara at 519-767-5697

A CREATIVITY WISDOM CIRCLE

"The most visible joy can only reveal itself to us when we've transformed it, within." …Rainer Maria Rilke

Come join us in community, unfurl your inner wisdom, reclaim and remember!

Bring yourself out to a very creative sacred space for conversation, writing, meditation, breath work, gentle movement, and work with clay. Come with a sense of curiosity and imagination for that which will unfold with such spontaneity and playfulness. Absolutely no experience required. Come as you are in all your potentiality!

When:   May 2 - June 20, 2007
Where:  328 Woolwich St., Suite "I", 2nd floor, Guelph
Cost:    $240 for 8 weeks, every Wednesday from 7-9 pm.

The group will be limited to 10 people.

For more information and to register please call Barbara at 519-767-5697 or Stephanie at 519-766-1067

A WOMAN'S SPIRITUAL CONVERSATION CIRCLE

If you have ever asked who am I, why am I here, what is my life purpose, it this all there is, come and join other women as we discover the role of spirituality in our everyday lives. Through meditation, sharing of stories and conversation, we will address the spiritual in our everyday lives.

Wherever you are spiritually, you will be welcome here.

If you are searching for:

• A community in which to grow and be supported?
• The opportunity to be a "student" and a "teacher"?
• A place to learn about other perspectives and traditions?
• A place to discover tools to assist your journey?
• A place to share your wisdom and deepen your understanding and experience?

When:   Wednesday evenings, February 7 to April 4, 2007
Time:    7- 9 p.m.
Where: The Paradigm Centre, 421 Woolwich Street, Guelph
Cost:    $200 (10 weeks)

For more information and to register, please contact Barbara at 519-767-5697 or barbara@authenticlives.com

Free! QUANTUM-TOUCH INTRODUCTORY
& NETWORKING SESSION

If you are involved in Body or Energy work or if you are working on your own health, you will want to know more about Quantum-Touch!

To book a private session with Kathy or Dennis, call or email Rev. Barbara McDowall at 519-767-5697 or barbara@authenticlives.com

When:   Friday, September 23, 2005
Where:  The Grenadier Retirement Residence
            2100 Bloor St. W., Toronto, Ontario
Time:    7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Cost:    Free!

Instructors: Kathy Wilson and Dennis Barnett

QUANTUM-TOUCH CERTIFICATE WEEKEND WORKSHOP

Quantum-Touch is for everyone and offers a life skill that you can use everyday. If you have an illness or chronic pain you will get some relief / healing at the workshop. In some cases the pain and trauma go away entirely. With some it is the beginning of relief for a longstanding illness.

If you are in the healing industry and working with another healing modality - Quantum-Touch will "super-charge" and ramp up what you are doing to a new level.

If you work with people on a daily basis and are finding stress and anger around you. This workshop will help you cope and give you some control with what is around you.

To book the workshop, call Rev. Barbara McDowall 519-767-5697.

For more information about Quantum-Touch, visit www.quantumtouch.com or www.healingnexus.ca

When:   Saturday and Sunday, September 24 and 25, 2005
Where:  The Grenadier Retirement Residence
            2100 Bloor St. W., Toronto, Ontario
Time:   
Cost:    Early Bird/On Line $295 (before or on Sept 17th)
            At the Door $325
            Repeat $150

Instructors: Kathy Wilson and Dennis Barnett

THE ARTIST’S WAY
You are the “artist” of your life.

This is a comprehensive 12-week program based on Julia Cameron’s, The Artist’s Way. Recover your creativity from a variety of blocks, including limiting beliefs, fear, self-sabotage, jealousy, guilt, addictions and other inhibiting forces. Learn about the links between creativity and spirituality in nondenominational terms. Learn how to tap into the higher power that connects human creativity with the creative energies of the universe. Experience a variety of highly effective exercises and activities to spur your imagination and capture new ideas. Learn, share and be supported together in community.

When:   Saturday, October 23, 2004 to January 29, 2005
Where:  St. Luke’s United Church, 353 Sherbourne St. Toronto
            (Sherbourne/Church)
Time:    1 P.M. – 3 P.M.
Cost:    $300

COMING OUT AUTHENTICALLY FOR WOMEN

• What does “coming out” mean?
• Is sexual orientation really a choice?
• What about my faith community?
• What does the gay community look like?
• What about coming out at work, to family, to friends?
• Are you feeling disconnected, isolated and alone?
• Is sexuality compatible with spirituality?
• What are your legal rights?

This 8-week program will explore these and other questions that exist at the beginning of the coming out process. A facilitated interactive discussion group experience presented in a safe and confidential setting with guest speakers. Designed to provide a foundation to jump-start your coming out process. Have fun! Be empowered! For all women at any stage of the coming out process. Register early, space is limited.

What participants have said:

“Life changing course! Helped me tremendously on my own journey…”

“This was one of the most positive experiences I have ever had…”

“The workshop was great value. Discussions were stimulating and lead to important personal insights.”

 
When:   Mondays, October 18 – December 6  
Where:  Authentic Lives, 24 Second St. (Islington/Lakeshore)
Time:    7 P.M. – 9 P.M.
Fee:      $180

THE GOLDEN RULE CIRCLE WORKSHOP
Why Can't We All Just Get Along?
The Golden Rule Across the World’s Religions

What a great question. Why can't we all just get along?  What's getting in the way?

At a dramatic pace, more and more regions of the world are becoming environments of multi-culture and multi-faith. This trend is having a profound effect upon public education, religious education, ethical education and education for social justice. Growing numbers of educators are discovering that religious and ethical education can no longer be conducted from the perspective of only one religion or culture. Indeed, religious educators of the future will call upon the wisdom and teachings of numerous religious and humanist traditions.

The Golden Rule is a universal moral principle found in many religions and secular philosophies. It is also an excellent tool for creating a conscious, authentic life.

This circle workshop has been designed to generate enthusiasm, reflection and discussion. It aims to provide tools for reflection and action in terms of the great ethical and social issues of our time.

This circle workshop will be relevant to single faith, multi faith as well as those who do not define themselves as “religious” or “spiritual” as the workshop content deals largely with ethics.

When:  Thursday, April 29, 2004
Where: Authentic Lives 24 Second Street, Suite 202
           (Islington/Lakeshore)
Time:    7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Fee:     $30






INTERFAITH DISCUSSION CIRCLE

Learn and understand more about other faith traditions and the common themes of love, compassion and acceptance that they all share. Experience and learn some of the different spiritual practices that can enhance your understanding and quality of life. Share your vision for peace and be an agent for the change we seek in the world.

When:  Tuesdays, March 18-May 6, 2003
Where: Location: Etobicoke, ON
Time:   7:30-9:30 p.m.
Fee:     $160.00