DISCOVERING YOUR SOUL SIGNATURE
 A Path to Purpose, Passion and Joy

During the month of NOVEMBER Reverend Glenda and Reverend Judy invite us to join them in cultivating the capacity to find the most authentic and unique expression of who we are at our very core.

They will help us identify what Panache Desai calls, our soul signature, which reflects each of our singular contribution to the world. Desai says: "Your soul signature resides at the deepest core of who you are and permeates every aspect of your life."

They will invite us to take a journey of discovery that helps us embrace who we are, as we are; to allow life to unfold for us on every single level, to reach a point when we finally understand that we are good enough for ourselves ~ a blessing, a miracle.

This is a perfect talk series for anyone who is ready to live a life of authenticity, to discover purpose and passion, and to believe in the possibility of all things.

Common Ground is the perfect place for anyone who is spiritually independent and open to spirituality without borders. We are an open accepting spiritual community where everyone is welcome.

Please join us each Sunday at 10:30 am.

Resources include:

Discovering Your Soul Signature, by Panache Desai

Sunday Morning Inspiration Weekly:
10:30 am

Talk titles for NOVEMBER

November 2: Roller Coaster ~ guest vocalist, Andrew Pettit

November 9: Being Human

November 16: Being an Instrument ~ guest vocalist, Teri Wilder

November 23: Gratitude

November 30: Unfolding

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Common Ground is solely supported by the gracious offerings of its spiritual community and friends.

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 NOVEMBER CLASSES & EVENTS
 Sunday Morning Inspiration Service 10:30 am

NOVEMBER COMMUNITY EVENTS

TENTH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION: DENIM AND DIAMONDS ~ Friday, November 14 ~ 6:30 pm

COVENANT DEDICATION CEREMONY AND RECEPTION ~ Sunday, November 16 ~ 12 Noon

THANKSGIVING POTLUCK LUNCH ~ Sunday, November 23 ~ 11:30 am

VIDEO CONCERT SERIES ~ Sunday, November 23 ~ 12 noon to 1 pm

FOCUS ON THE ENVIRONMENT

RECYCLE SUNDAY ~ November 16

Orange County Farm Bureau Certified Farmers' Markets

ONGOING

A COURSE IN MIRACLES ~ Tuesdays, Weekly ~ First & Third Tuesdays, 11 am ~ Second & Fourth Tuesdays, 12 Noon ~ Love Offering

CHANTING AND KIRTAN FOR PEACE with SPIRIT SOUL AND FRIENDS ~ Third Sunday ~ 12:30 to 2 pm ~ Free (Donation Accepted but Never Expected) NO GATHERING IN NOVEMBER

ECKHART TOLLE BOOK STUDY~ New Earth ~ Tuesdays ~ November 4 & 18 ~ 7 to 8:30 pm ~ Love Offering

ECKHART TOLLE BOOK STUDY ~ Power of Now ~ Fridays, Weekly ~ 12:30 to 1:30 pm ~ Love Offering

MEDITATIVE BREATHING, with Jess Ly ~ Tuesdays, Weekly ~ 6:15 to 7 pm ~ Love Offering

REIKI HEALING CIRCLE facilitated by Barbara Fukuda, Usui Reiki Master/Teacher ~ Tuesday, November 11 & 25 ~ 7 to 8:30 pm ~ Love Offering

SACRED HISTORY ~ Historical Exploration in Religion & Spirituality, with Dr. James D. Rietveld ~ Weekly ~ Thursdays (drop in class) ~ 7:30 to 9 pm ~ Love Offering ~ NO CLASS ON THANKSGIVING

WEEKLY BOOK STUDY, with The Revs: Forgive for Good, by Dr. Fred Luskin ~ Ongoing Tuesdays ~ 1 to 2 pm ~ Love Offering

WOMAN'S WISDOM CIRCLE & Book Study: The Five Things We Cannot Change, by David Richo ~ Tuesday, November 11 & 25 ~ 10 to 11:30 am ~ Love Offering

VENUE EVENTS

Self-Harm Anonymous ~ Weekly, Wednesdays ~ 7 to 8 pm

30 Days to Feeling Fit, with Tamani Deering ~ Monday, November 10 ~ 6:30 to 7:30 pm

Advanced Healing Technique: Awakening the Perfect Healer ~ Monday, November 3 & 17 ~ 6:15 to 8:15 pm

The Selfless Self Book Study, with Doug Brown ~ Weekly Thursdays ~ 1:30 to 2:45 pm ~ NO CLASS ON THANKSGIVING

Psychic Development, with Dennis Nozawa ~ Thursdays, November 6, 13 & 20 ~ 7 to 9

Social Media Toolkit for Creatives, with Dr. Janet Woods ~ Thursdays, November 6, 13, 20, ~ 7 to 9 pm

Meet the Archangels, with Charlotte Holmes ~ Tuesdays, November 4 & 11 ~ 7 to 9 pm

Sun Tzu for Business Success: Lessons From the Art of War, with Dr. Janet Woods ~ Monday, November 24 ~ 7 to 9 pm

Holistic Moms Network ~ Thursday, November 20 ~ 6 to 7 pm

Confidence in Business, with Jodi LaBossiere ~ Mondays, November 3, 10, 17 & 24 ~ 7 to 9 pm

Real True Authentic Self Workshop, with Luke Benoit ~ Wednesday, November 19 ~ 6:45 to 8:45 pm

The Magic of Writing: Create Your Magical Mini-Book In Just Two Hours, with Lena Anani ~ Saturday, November 15 ~ 11 am to 1 pm

Oneness Blessing ~ Deeksha ~ Monthly the 2nd Tuesday, November 11 ~ 7 to 8 pm ~ $5 Blessing Giver/$10 Blessing Receiver

Orange County Spiritualist Gathering, with Medium Kathleen Vance ~ Wednesdays, November 12 & 26 ~ 7 to 8:30 pm ~ $10 suggested donation

OC Holistic Chamber of Commerce Meeting ~ Wednesday, November 12 ~ 6:30 to 9 pm

Importance of Spiritual Practice in Daily Life, with Dragana Kislovski ~ Saturday, November 8 ~ 2:30 to 5:30 pm

Development 1 & 2: 1: Developing your spiritual path & 2: Intuition and advanced students in spiritual and psychic awareness, with Bob Lewis ~ Saturday, November 8 ~ 9:30 am to 12:00 pm & 12:30 to 3 pm and Saturday, November 22 (Development 1 only) ~ 9:30 am to 12:00 pm

Gentle Restorative Yoga, with Renee Schwan ~ Weekly ~ Tuesdays & Thursdays ~ 2 to 3 pm ~ $10 per session ~ NO CLASS ON THANKSGIVING

Zen and the Art of Happiness/Tao Te Ching Study & Meditation Group, facilitated by Rev. Craig Phillips ~ Weekly, Wednesdays ~ 7:15 to 9 pm

Chakra Wisdom, with Cecilia Steger ~ Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20, ~ 7 to 9 pm

Be sure to look for updates and details of activities in weekly email notices.

Ongoing weekly classes continue as scheduled. Check our At-a-Glance Calendar for detailed information.

 

 SPIRITUAL COMMUNITY AS A PRACTICE
 Dedication and Reception

Common Ground is pleased to present an opportunity for those who are ready to enter into a committed relationship with spiritual community to consider taking part in the upcoming Covenant Fellowship Dedication Ceremony on Sunday, November 16, at 12 noon immediately following service.

Covenant Fellowship is a deep relationship between Common Ground and a person who expresses a desire to further the vision and mission of Common Ground.

It is similar to membership but is actually a much deeper commitment.

Unlike becoming a member of an organization simply by making application, paying fees and/or stating intention; such as with political parties, churches, social organizations, etc.; Covenant Fellowship with Common Ground carries with it a deep commitment to make community a spiritual practice by regularly contributing time, talent, and gifts toward the purpose of the spiritual center.

There are no required beliefs, however, those entering into Covenant Fellowship must be willing to embrace religious humility and acknowledge ecumenism that lets all spiritual traditions speak for themselves.

Tithing is not a requirement. A Covenant Fellowship partner is assumed to have a giving consciousness. A person's giving consciousness is not monitored.

Anyone desiring to enter into Covenant Fellowship may complete an online Request Form or complete an application available at Common Ground and submit it by the deadline for this year's Dedication Ceremony, November 12.

Everyone is welcome and invited to participate in activities at Common Ground.

The decision to enter into Covenant Fellowship is a very deep commitment. While everyone is invited to consider Covenant Fellowship, everyone is equally encouraged to prayerfully consider whether or not such a commitment serves their highest personal interest. Only those who are ready to do so are encouraged to make the choice to enter into this covenant.

 

 PREMIER HOLIDAY PERFORMANCE
 Blanca Nieves' Navidad ~ Snow White's Christmas

In the Spirit Productions and Common Ground are proud to present a premier Staged Play Reading of "Blanca Nieves' Navidad: A Magical Bilingual/Bicultural Christmas Play".

This original play, taking place within the nostalgic setting of the 1950's, is written by playwright, Yolanda Mendiviles.

Drawing from her own experiences of Latina culture, Yolanda has woven together a thoughtful depiction of real-life issues and concerns of modern-day Hispanic families using the Christmas season as a backdrop for the story.

Regardless of ethnicity, the themes portrayed in this play relate to everyone. Especially in today's economic climate, the complexity and struggle of a mother's efforts to keep a roof over her children's heads, keep her family together, and make ends meet are universal human concerns.

This Christmas story is about love, about strength in the face of adversity, and about the gift of ancestral values and traditions.

This is an up-close and personal experience. The performance will take place at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary at Common Ground on Saturday, December 13, 2014.

Tickets will be available at the door, however, advance purchase is highly recommended. Seating is open and limited.

Ticket price is $10 per person. Call 949-878-7367 to place your order. Children 5 years and younger will be admitted for free.

Honoring the Mexican Christmas tradition of Las Posadas, Common Ground will host a pre-show reception featuring holiday cookies and hot chocolate. Doors open at 6:00 pm.

This is a unique opportunity to support Yolanda's work and to enjoy a fun holiday event. Everyone is invited and welcome. Purchase tickets early.

 

 HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE
 Calling Artisans, Crafters, Confectioners, and Vendors of Gift Items

With the holiday season just around the corner Common Ground is pleased once again to present its Annual Open House featuring a Holiday Boutique, Bake Sale, hospitality, music and more.

On December 7th, immediately following Sunday inspirational services, the doors will open wide.

Now is the time to make plans to start the season off right by experiencing the holiday beauty and ambiance of Common Ground.

Artisans, crafters, vendors of gift items, and confectioners are encouraged to take the opportunity to have a booth at the event. Applications are being accepted now ~ first come, first served, space is limited.

 

 ANOTHER EXPERIMENT
 Video Concert Series

In keeping with The Revs willingness to try new things, beginning in November they will be experimenting with a cutting edge concept that is gaining popularity especially with the advent of technology and an emphasis on the power of music to connect people.

Beginning at 12 noon on November 23, immediately following the Thanksgiving Potluck Lunch, a one-hour Video Concert will be presented in the Sanctuary.

Selection of music videos will reflect an array of genres and will appeal to a diversity of listeners. Images on the screen as well as the power of rhythm, lyrics, and content of the music will be designed to inspire and stimulate social connection, discussion and interest.

An emphasis will be placed on multicultural and multigenerational music.

Video concerts will feature music by Katy Perry, John Butler Trio, Sting, Rod Stewart, Bryan Adams, Mumford & Sons, Gotye, Fun, Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett, Alicia Keys, Queen, Adele, BBC Music Series, Playing for Change, Paul McCartney, Michael Jackson, Coldplay, John Denver, Whitney Houston, Andrea Bocelli, and many others.

Anyone who is ready for something different and who is willing to spend an hour in the vibration of thoughtful music is invited to give this new idea a try. Hopefully it's an experiment that will take off and be the start of something exciting in the future.

The Revs hold the vision that what comes next will reveal itself: an added regular Sunday gathering, a discussion group, a place of bonding and belonging? Who knows?

Come help create the experience. Your input and suggestions are welcome!

 

 PRAYER & MEDITATION
 God in my Soul


God to enfold me,
God to surround me,
God in my speaking,
God in my thinking.

God in my sleeping,
God in my waking,
God in my watching,
God in my hoping.

God in my life,
God in my lips,
God in my soul,
God in my heart.

God in my sufficing, >br>God in my slumber,
God in mine ever-living soul,
God in mine eternity.

Ancient Celtic Oral Traditions - Carmina Gadelica



Life is prayer at Common Ground.

If you need comfort and inspiration please visit our website to submit a request .

Common Ground and its friends are served by a Prayer Team comprised of a large circle of loving people who hold in their hearts and in their awareness the prayer needs of all those in need. Carol Marshall graciously serves as prayer team lead.

Those needing prayer support are invited to make Prayer Requests on-line at judy@embracehumanity.com or by placing a request in the prayer box in the Lobby.

There are no fees for prayer at Common Ground.

 

 TITHING 2014
 May All That We Give and All The We Receive Be Blessed and Multiplied. As We Give, So Shall We Receive ~ Common Ground is truly blessed and in turn becomes a blessing in the world

Common Ground reaches out to the global community through our spiritual practice of conscious giving.

Giving back to the world is an important aspect of our mission and vision. A balanced integral approach is reflected in conscious selection of 501c3 qualified programs and institutions to which Common Ground provides tithes each month.

Recipients of Common Ground 2013 tithes include: IONS (Institute of Noetic Sciences), advancing the science of consciousness and human experience to serve individual and collective transformation; Kiva, empowering people to lift themselves out of poverty; Project HOPE School, (Homeless Outreach Program in Education), helping children without permanent homes transition into the mainstream educational system; Walking Shield, helping to improve the quality of life for American Indian families; , The Humane Society of Dover-Stewart County, a not-for-profit organization rescuing abused, abandoned and neglected animals and placing them into good homes, Mercy House Fare Share Program, providing bus passes for homeless men, women and children in search of a better life, The Avielle Foundation, a non-profit foundation created by the parents of a child victim of the Sandy Hook killings, aiming to support and protect vulnerable loved ones and to strengthen communities through brain health initiatives and community engagement; Breast Cancer Angels, a not-for-profit organization providing financial, emotional and spiritual assistance for women and their families as they are going through breast cancer treatment; and Willows in the Wind, a not-for-profit organization supporting families with teens and young adults in crisis.

The organizations to which Common Ground tithes are meaningful programs where people from the spiritual community and its friends are already serving with heart and hand, and supporting with time and treasure.

 

 UPCOMING 2014 EVENTS
 Mark Your Calendar Today

CURRENTLY SCHEDULED:


Holiday Boutique
Lost Years of Jesus Lecture
Holiday Performance: Blanca Nieves' Navidad
Jesus in India Film
Holiday Potluck
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Karl Anthony
New Year's Eve Reflection Service

 

 LOST YEARS OF JESUS
 Sifting Through Legends, Myths and Historical Evidence

For those who are interested in exploration of the 'lost years of Jesus', immediately following the Open House on December 7th, Edward T. Martin, author of King of Travelers: Jesus' Lost Years in India, will present a thought provoking talk on the subject.

Although modern scholarship holds that there is little historical information to prove what happened during those years, maverick researcher and explorer Edward T. Martin has journeyed to remote exotic locations in India, Nepal, Afghanistan and elsewhere, trying to unravel the mysteries of Jesus' Lost Years.

Martin's book inspired the 2008 Paul Davids film distributed by NBC Universal International Television, "Jesus in India," as seen on the Sundance Channel.

Mr. Martin will facilitate screening of the film at Common Ground on Sunday, December 14, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.

Tickets are available for the lecture and film: $10 per person for each event.

Tickets

Lecture Dec 7 $10.00 USD Film Dec 14 $10.00 USD