"In wilderness I sense the miracle of life, and behind it our scientific accomplishments fade to trivia."
-- Charles A. Lindbergh
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In the Celebration Circle we honor and nurture the Sacred in ourselves, each other, and all Creation.
Thank you, Gary O Smith, for sharing your photos.
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There's an old Native American story about a worm that is eaten by a bird. The bird, in turn, gets eaten by a cat whose post-dinner satisfaction is cut short by a mean-looking coyote. Soon after devouring the cat, the coyote is killed by a gigantic grizzly bear. A short while later the grizzly comes face to face with a hunter, who promptly kills the bear. The man is so proud of himself for this daring feat that he climbs a mountain to proclaim his victory by lighting a fire and sending smoke signals to his distant village. But in his haste, he runs so hard up to the mountaintop that he collapses and dies at the top. Before too long the worm crawls out of his body, then calmly proceeds to join a number of other worms in devouring the remains.
Among other things, this story reminds us that physical dominance is fleeting at best and that it's important to be mindful of our deep connection to all our fellow inhabitants of Mother Earth. As Americans, we will rightfully celebrate the glory of Independence Day this weekend, with all its patriotic overtones, picnics, fun, and fireworks. But as Planetary Citizens, may we also take this opportunity to be mindful of our Interdependence with all Beings, for truly "We Are One."
With best wishes for a safe, relaxing weekend -- and hopes of seeing you Around the Circle,  
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Sundays
Photo by Gary O Smith
THIS SUNDAY
July 5th
"We Are One: Celebrating Our Interdependence"
Rudolf weaves his uplifting words, music and understanding of contemporary science and psychology to explore the web of Life that connects us all.
July 12th "Travelling the Good Red Road"
Our good friend and beloved spiritual teacher, Hal Robinson, returns to share more of his unique insights. A respected Mohawk elder and Gestalt therapist who teaches from the Native American wisdom path, Hal is also the founder of the Dancing Bear Teaching Lodge, an organization to pass on the wisdom of holistic healing in a Native context (www.dancingbearteachinglodge.com)
AND THE NEXT SUNDAY
July 19th
"Living a Life of Sacred Union"
Our guest speaker, HeatherAsh Amara, is dedicated to balancing inspiration and action, ecstatic union with the Divine, and one-pointed physical focus on a goal. A long time Toltec Mentor in the Eagle Knight Lineage of don Miguel Ruiz (author of The Four Agreements), she is a Master Firewalker through Sundoor International and founder of the Toltec Center of Creative Intent in Wimberley. With special music by our good friends, Janet O'Connor and Hamp Brockman, singing songs from their brand new CD.
Sunday Circle meets at 11:00 am
at the Jump Start Theater
located at the Blue Star Arts Complex
Building B
In the heart of King William
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Wednesday Meditation Circle gathers at 7:30 pm at the Quaker Meeting House, 7052 N. Vandiver, San Antonio (at the corner of Eisenhauer Rd. approximately 1/2 mile west of Austin Hwy.) Rudolf typically these weekly sessions with a combination of guided and silent meditations, well-suited to experienced meditators and beginners alike. This week's meditation will be led by Bunny Rush, a dear friend of the Circle for many years. Consider giving yourself the gift of this time, you'll be glad you did! Donations/love offerings are accepted and support the meditation circle's weekly use of the beautiful sacred space.
Sunday Sundown Circle August 2nd at 6:30 pm
Come join us for our first-ever Sunday Sundown Circle at the Quaker Meeting House, 7052 N. Vandiver, San Antonio (at the corner of Eisenhauer Rd. approximately 1/2 mile west of Austin Hwy)! In response to numerous requests, we will be holding a Sunday evening gatherings on the First Sunday of each month (except September, when it will be on the 9th, due to Labor Day). The Sundown Circle is an ideal way to end the weekend and prepare for Monday morning, as Rudolf combines the upbeat tone of our Sunday mornings with gentle, acoustic music and periods of extended meditation - all wrapped up in the beautiful, contemplative atmosphere of the Quaker Meeting House.
August 14-16th
Slumber Falls Camp, New Braunfels
Mark your calendar - we hope you can join us for our Annual Childrens Retreat, this year called, "Come Out and Play, Kids". Watch this e-newsletter for more details soon.
Photo by Gary O Smith
One People, Many Paths:
The Sacred Art of Altars
6th Annual Exhibit & Silent Auction
September 1 - September 30, 2009
Bijou Theatre at Crossroads Mall
The 6th annual art exhibit and month-long silent auction features a fascinating variety of unique, small-scale wooden alters designed and fancifully decorated by 55 South Texas artists, working across a wide range of media. The silent auction viewing and bidding is open to the public all month long during the theater's normal business hours, from 11:30am - 9:30pm.
RECEPTION: The silent auction concludes with a closing reception on Wednesday, September 30 from 6:00-7:30PM, featuring light hors d'oeuvres buffet, live music and a special screening of an uplifting film TBA. Tickets for the closing reception are $15 in advance; $20 at the door. |
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