JULY 2016
VOLUME 12, ISSUE 7
 
Common Ground Chapel
19211 Dodge Avenue
Santa Ana, CA 92705

Common Ground Spiritual Wellness Center
550 North Golden Circle Drive
Santa Ana, CA 92705

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SPIRITUALITY WITHOUT BORDERS FOR SPIRITUALLY INDEPENDENT PEOPLE

OPEN, INCLUSIVE, ACCEPTING

info@embracehumanity.com
714-836-5880



EMBRACE HUMANITY EXPRESS DIVINITY
EXPERIENCING LIFE'S JOURNEY AT ITS BEST
MORE LOVE LESS HATE
Silence the angry man with love

Silence the ill-natured man with kindness

Silence the miser with generosity

Silence the liar with Truth

Buddah
TAKE IT EASY THIS SUMMER

TRY THIS

Build a sand castle at the beach
Collect seashells at a beach
Blow bubbles
Roast marshmallows & make s'mores
Eat a slice of watermelon
Make lemonade from scratch
Eat corn on the cob
Nap
Have a picnic or BBQ
Go to a free outdoor concert
Walk barefoot in the grass
Keep a summer journal
Visit a farmers' market
Learn origami
Read a novel
Visit a zoo or museum
Gaze at the stars
Watch the sun set at the beach

A NEUTRAL MEETING PLACE OF CONSCIOUS MINDS
We take this opportunity in the midst of the volatile political season to remind everyone of our highest intentions to maintain Common Ground as a neutral meeting place of conscious minds. 

Enjoy politics, but not in spiritual community.

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FREE LOCAL CONCERTS

Huntington Beach Concert Band Summer Series Sundays July - September, 5 p.m. 
Central Park
7111 Talbert
Huntington Beach, CA

Irvine Sizzlin Summer Concerts
Sundays, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Woodbridge Community Park
20 Lake Rd.
Irvine, CA

Laguna Niguel Summer Concert Series
Fridays 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Crown Valley Community Park Amphitheater
29751 Crown Valley Parkway
Laguna Niguel, CA

Oceanside Summer Concerts
June - August, times vary
Rancho Del Oro Park
4701 Mesa Drive 
Oceanside, CA

Orange Summer Concerts in the Park
Wednesdays July - August, 7 to 8:30 p.m
Hart Park
701 South Glassell Street
Orange, CA

Placentia Summer Concert Series
Placentia Concerts in the Park 
Thursdays July - August 6:30 p.m.
Tri-City Park
2301 N. Kraemer Blvd.
Placentia, CA

Tustin Summer Concerts in the Park
Wednesdays June-August,  6 - 8 p.m.
Peppertree Park
230 West First St.
Tustin, CA

Yorba Linda Concerts in the Park
Sundays July - August 5:30-7 p.m.
Hurless Barton Park
4601 Casa Loma
Yorba Linda, CA

Westminster Concerts in the Park
Thursdays, August, Time: 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Civic Center Sunken Gardens
8200 Westminster Blvd.
Westminster, CA

Sunday Service at The Chapel
Weekly 11:00 am to 12:00 pm


BE FREE WHERE YOU ARE

During the month of July, Reverend Glenda and Reverend Judy invite us to step into a relaxed state of mind; to be mindful.  They encourage us to take it easy during the hot summer months.

They will remind us that most of us are capable of being aware of what is going on; drinking water mindfully, enjoying a Fourth of July Parade, tasting the sweetness of a freshly peeled tangerine, watching the sunset over the ocean after a full day of play at the beach.  

They will help us see that when we are mindful it is possible to experience life in such a way that every step, every activity, can bring freedom, transformation and joy in the moment. They will encourage us to realize that we are part of the Earth and the sky and all of creation.

They will help us see that we can practice freedom every moment of our daily life; freedom from anger, freedom from fear, freedom from worry about the past and the future.

This talk series is a perfect reminder that relaxing, taking it easy, and being mindful bring us into an awareness of true freedom, wherever we are, within whatever is happening.
  
Please join us every week for an hour of inspiration, music, message and meditation. Everyone is invited and included.  

Come as you are.  As you are is perfect.
 
In addition to Sundays at The Chapel there are many opportunities at Common Ground each week to grow in awareness.  Be sure to check out our busy calendar for the most up-to-date listing.
Common Ground is founded on the idea of embracing humanity ~ our own and that of others.  We endeavor to serve and empower the local and global community,  to actively support efforts toward creating a sustainable planet, and to grow as individuals toward a healthy lifestyle ~ body, mind and spirit.

We are creative, innovative, and contemporary in our approach to learning and demonstrating practices to support us in navigating through the complexities of day-to-day life; including meditation, personal growth, and exploration of wisdom traditions

Please check us out to see if we are a fit for your spiritual journey.


WEDDINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS AT THE CHAPEL ON COMMON GROUND
 
The Chapel is one of Southern California's newest and most desirable niche wedding and special occasion venues. It is a picture-perfect turn-key setting in today's budget-conscious economy.  Our tasteful styling offers a glowing backdrop and gives a refined and intimate sense of quiet elegance.  
"In today's rush, we all think too much - seek too much - want too much - and forget about the joy of just being." 

~ Eckhart Tolle

Summertime 



PLEASE REMEMBER COMMON GROUND DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS

Common Ground is solely supported by the generosity of community members, friends and supporters who have made a  commitment to give time, talent, creativity and resources to further the vision and mission of the spiritual community
  • Set up a recurring donation via credit card specifying the amount and frequency of your donation
  • Set up regular on-line payments from your bank account

  • Mail your check to Golden Circle when you are unable to attend Sunday service

  • Make your payment via PayPal using the Donate button on our website



IMPORTANT STUFF
  • All About Giving:  Visit the Easy Pay table to make a credit card donation on Sundays.  
  • All About Politics: Safe Sanctuary ~ Common Ground is a Neutral Meeting Place of Conscious Mind

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Have you been searching for an expansive, innovative and contemporary place to nurture your body, mind and spirit?  If so, you've found an answer right here at Common Ground. 

Visit us at The Chapel on Sundays, check out classes and workshops at our our Wellness Center, and be sure to contact us if you have any questions.

Blessings,

Rev. Glenda & Rev. Judy 
Common Ground
info@embracehumanity.com
714-836-5880 
 




Common Ground 
714-836-5880