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| IS CLE FOR ME? Would you like to do an indepth discovery of what you believe? The United Church has a Maritime organization called CLE (Christian Leadership Education) which guides you in reflecting and writing about your beliefs. The group meets four times a year for lively, fun, and informative integration days. They give encouragement and support for your own personal work, through readings and papers you write. And through CLE you can be certified as a Licensed Lay Worship Leader. We are having an information night about CLE and would love to have you join us. Facilitator:Terry Paul Choyce MINDFUL HATHA YOGA MONDAY MORNINGS This class will appeal to those new and current practitioners of yoga who are looking for more spaciousness in their life and in their practice. Focusing on the breath as the bridge between body and mind, yoga poses will be combined with meditation techniques to see and feel everything along the way in the movement. Awareness practice brings safety for those with health problems and depth to the yoga experience for everyone. Small class size allows for assistance and adjustments in a supportive environment. NOTE: PROGRAM WILL CONTINUE FOR ANOTHER 8 WEEKS STARTING NOV. 22. Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan HATHA YOGA This is a beginning level class for those new to yoga and for those who would enjoy a gentle approach. Small classes afford individual assistance in learning and adapting classical yoga poses. Particular attention is given to core strengthening and alignment for safe flexibility. Maureen Nowlan is a Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor practicing for over 25 years and teaching for 10 years. NOTE:THIS PROGRAM CONTINUES FOR ANOTHER 8 WEEKS STARTING NOV. 25. Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan INTERMEDIATE HATHA YOGA For those yoga practitioners who would enjoy deepening and expanding their practice through flowing postures, breathwork and meditation techniques. Learn how to integrate yoga into your daily life in a supportive community of yogis. NOTE: PROGRAM CONTINUES FOR ANOTHER 8 WEEKS STARTING NOVEMBER 25. Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan REIKI LEVEL 1 Anyone can benefit from Reiki, whether you learn Reiki for yourself or receive a course of Reiki treatments from a practitioner. Reiki was developed by Mikao Usui in the early 1900s in Japan. He created a simple self-healing, spiritual development and treatment system that anyone could use. Eventually Reiki passed to the West and it is now practiced all over the world. Join me on a five week journey and learn to self treat using Reiki. Facilitator:Jeff Phillips 8 -WEEK SPIRITUAL AWAKENING GROUP Accelerate Your Awareness of your True Spiritual Nature: In this 8- week group, guided by a trained facilitator, you will uncover your own Innate Wisdom in a nurturing environment of safety and trust. Learn ways to clarify inner communication and release limiting self concepts and habits. The growth-enhancing processes and meditations offered in this group are gentle yet profoundly helpful as participants learn to express their unlimited potential more fully to create peace, joy and abundance in their lives. Facilitator:Theresa Tomilson HERBS FOR BABIES AND CHILDREN In this workshop you will learn how to look after your little ones, treating minor ailments and boosting overall health and vitality with time tested, safe, effective herbal remedies. We will explore holisitic health concepts in child rearing, and you will gain greater confidence in the care of your children. Facilitator:Savayda Jarone SPIRITUAL EVOLUTION For the last twenty years people have been actively expanding their spiritual understanding and beliefs. In this 6 week course we will explore various expressions of spirituality, and will be reading brief writings by people such as Deepak Chopra, Wayne Dyer, Eckhart Tolle, and David Hart. This is an interactive experience with discussions and personal writing. Facilitator:Terry Choyce DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE Come Catch the JOY!! At Dances of Universal Peace we sing and chant sacred phrases from seven different perspectives: Christian, Buddhist, Hindhu, Jewish, Native American, and Zororastrian. The dances are types of folk dances and are easy to learn. No previous experience needed. Wear comfortable clothing. Facilitator:Sheila G. Richardson REALIZE YOUR GREATNESS THROUGH SPIRITUAL HEALING, INCLUDING SELF-HYPNOSIS "Realize Your Greatness" is a Powerful Transformational Workshop. Now is the time to bring your work and life to an expanded level. Through light self hypnosis explore how to bring this expanded transformation to your life in very practical ways. Participants in this one-day workshop will be provided with opportunities to: * Understand what it means to realize their greatness. * Gain greater clarity about their Life Purpose * Create a fuller connection with Higher Presence * Transform their challenges into good fortune * Manifest their greatness, creating abundance and raising their vibration * Increase the Love, Abundance, Happiness and Enlightenment they experience as they move to higher levels Facilitator:Ken Penrose COSMIC FREEDOM QIGONG - HEALING MOVEMENT Developed by Master Yap Soon Yeong of Malaysia these relaxing, energizing movements open energy flow to dissolve tension forces through the body. Kelly is a certified instructor and has been studying qigong for the past 8 years. THIS IS A TWO DAY COURSE, Oct. 30 and Nov. 13. Facilitator:Kelly Beale MYER'S BRIGG'S FOR COUPLES Understanding your unique gifts through the lens of your personality preferences can be a powerful way to honour who you are individually AND together in relationship. Are you curious about your Myer’s Brigg’s preferences and those of your partner? What are your gifts together and how are you appreciating those gifts? What are your hot spots and blind spots? Through the lens of your preferences, how might you design your path together for a richer relationship? This one day exploratory session for couples allows for the gift of better understanding our unique contribution to our relationship, deepen our appreciation of each other and raise awareness of where we can be in relationship more consciously given our differences. Facilitator:Jane Hustins WALKING YOUR SPIRITUAL PATH Do you ever find yourself standing on your spiritual path with a sense of bewilderment or failure? Do you wonder if you will ever become the evolved and transformed being that you desire to be? Do you ask yourself "What can I do better?" or "Why isn't it working for me?" Author Tim Kelley has identified four spiritual paths as they relate to ego and your spirituality. Using this model, we will: Explore the four paths using presentation, participation,and discussion...Help you identify which one (or ones) are aligned with where (and who) you are...Expand your understanding of the paths you've chosen...Solidify your commitment to your chosen path. As well, we will take a step into the paradigm of total love and acceptance of you. Not just the 'spiritual' you, but all aspects of who you 'be.' Facilitator:Sheila Kelly HERBS FOR THE HOLIDAYS Herbs such as mistletoe, ivy, holly and pine have been part of winter festivals and celebrations throughout the ages, this workshop will bring greater meaning to these age-old herbal traditions. Savayda will share fun ways to enhance your holiday celebrations with herbs, including food and drink, gift ideas and decor. Facilitator:Savayda Jarone |
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The following programs have already taken place and are listed for reference onlyCHAIR YOGA Chair Yoga This class is ideal for individuals who experience: · Difficulty in getting up and down easily · Chronic health conditions · Recovering from injury or illness · Recent injuries The beginner level postures and warm-ups are modified for safety and comfort, making exercise accessible to all ages, body sizes and conditions. The emphasis is on increasing flexibility and range of motion, stretching, lengthening the spine and reducing tension. The class will include breathing exercises, an introduction to meditation, guided experiences of deep relaxation, and self-massage. The chair is used in seated and standing postures, if needed. Facilitator:Jean Short TRANQUILITY MEDITATION Meditation on the breath is a basic practice that anyone can learn. It can lead the meditator to experience greater peace, wisdom and a deeper knowledge of oneself and others. We will learn and practice the technique and have some discussion followed by a question and answer period. Facilitator:Michael Munro WORTH GROUP Worth- Women's ongoing recovery through healing, is a 10 week psycho-educational group for women who are in, or have been in abusive relationships, and wish to change these destructive patterns in their lives. The group focuses on understanding abuse and why it happens, making changes and healing from past abuse. Pre-regisraton is required. Facilitator:cheryl pearce MAKING GOOD EMOTIONAL DECISIONS This session focuses on exploring strategies for making decisions that are healthy and life giving. Many people have grown up in dysfunctional families, where-in they learned unhealthy patterns about decision making. This program provides an opportunity to begin making changes in those patterns by gaining insight into previous decisions that have not worked well. You will learn strategies and techniques for making changes. Facilitator:cheryl pearce RECOVERY GROUP FOR WOMEN TRAUMATIZED AS CHILDREN A 10-week group for women traumatized as children. The group will explore the nature of abuse and trauma, and begin recovery through activities focused on healing.By coming together in a group context, women will feel less isolation in dealing with the effects of their traumatizing experience(s). They will be encouraged by the support of the group members to move forward in their healing, and to take steps toward personal empowerment. Facilitator Cheryl Pearce has a Masters of Social Work with 11 years experience in trauma work, and other mental health issues Pre-Registration is compulsory. Facilitator:Cheryl Pearce LIFE COACHING WORKSHOP What's holding you back in life? What great task do you yearn to accomplish? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have your own personal life coach to help you overcome obstacles and focus on what's really important to you? In these two evening workshops, life and business coach Geoff Crinean will help you focus on areas where you'd like some change, including the spiritual aspects of life. There will be a follow up evening in January. These workshops are challenging, entertaining, rewarding and fun! Facilitator:Geoff Crinean POSSIBILITIES IN PARENTING - WHAT TO DO (AND THEN WHERE TO GO WHEN ALL ELSE We've all been there - trying to guide our children, to enjoy them but also to get them to listen and make good choices. What do you do after they say 'no' - when their spirit and yours collide? This workshop will offer some vivid examples and a positive focus on finding solutions that work with your children. The role that spiritulaity can play in this process will be explored throughout the day. Facilitator:Sandra Forbes DREAMFIELD CONSULTING GROUP Transformation can happen in any area of your life and at any age! Come and experience a shift, with The Way of The Heart. Thoughts, beliefs and attitudes are genetic and influenced by our society. They create our circumstances and shape our lives, both for the positive and negative. The evening will be an introduction to the transformation of Lower or Shadow Self to the Authentic Self and to an understanding of your Energy Field, how fields attract your circumstances. This is accomplished through using the Geotran codes to change energy, and through developing in "The Way of The Heart." Come and experience a shift, with "The Way of The Heart˙. A discount for an individual session or for taking an Introductory class will be offered after the talk. Facilitator:Stephanie Allen and Connie Fisher THE SECRET AND A COURSE IN MIRACLES A Course in Miracles was "scribed" by Dr. Schucman, a clinical research psychologist at the Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center in New York City, through a process which she experienced as one of a distinct and clear dictation from an inner voice. Find out the story behind A Course in Miracles … the players, the drama, the miracles and the real message of the Course and the opportunity for miracles in your own life. Some have called it the new Bible. Others have called it heresy. Sheila Kelly calls it a powerful path on the journey to her own spiritual awakening. Sheila Kelly is a professional coach and owner of her own coaching business, with experience leading A Course in Miracles. Facilitator:Sheila M. Kelly THE SOUND OF YOUR OWN VOICE Many people have a longing to connect with their own voice: singing voice and inner voice. This is a course in discovering the sound of your own voice, sounding in your life, through the soulful act of singing. With the exploration of vocal sounds, group toning and songs this class seeks to connect inner and outer voice. A journey of self-discovery through releasing transformative sound in a playful, informal and healing class. Facilitator:Antonia Pigot UNDERSTANDING DREAMS Dreams are one of the ways nature provides us with self-healing. They express our deepest feelings, hopes and longings; they offer us guidance in our quest for wisdom and maturity. Coming to understand meanings of the strange symbols they present guides us toward resolution of inner conflicts, reducing stress, anxiety and conflict in daily life. They connect us with our Authentic Self, enabling us to more deeply know and trust ourselves, and to grow psychologically and spiritually toward our fullest life potentials, the process Carl Jung called "individuation." Dreams connect us with the Source of Life and Love, however we name that Creative Healing Power, urging and empowering us to find deeper wholeness, meaning and purpose in our lives. Strict group confidentiality. An afternoon course may also run if there is sufficient interest. Facilitator:Ruth Main HATHA YOGA CLASSES In Hatha Yoga the coordination of the breath with movement allows a harmony of body and mind that relaxes and rejuvenates while creating tone and focus. Developing strength and flexibility frees energy, eases stress and lets life flow. Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan HANDMADE PAPER Learn how to make your own beautiful, decorative papers for creating special personalized greeting cards, stationary, journals, and collages. In this workshop you will make a variety of different papers using recycled paper of all types. Materials from nature as well as thread, fabric and other scraps can be used to embellish your papers with interesting textures and colour effects. We will also experiment with embedding and embossing using various household items and objects from nature. We will create a simple, bound journal with some of our sample papers, and discuss lots of ideas for the others! Facilitator:Pat Loucks PRACTICAL PERSONAL SPIRITUALITY Do you want to dramatically increase your ability to love more of the world, yourself and everyone you meet? This ground-breaking seminar will show you how - guaranteed!* This unforgettable program will help you deeply explore the four great spiritual questions of humanity, find what's missing, gently expose your relationship with the four substitutes for love, and help you understand and apply the five laws of nature that explain everything. This is for you if you are ready to find beauty in every fallen leaf, broken heart, chocolate biscuit or child’s tear. Program book included. Facilitator Peter Davison has dedicated his life to helping others live their true nature and serve with love. Facilitator:Peter Davison MUSIC AND SOUL "Music gives the soul a voice, its self-expression."- Mickey Hart, drummer with "The Grateful Dead." Music stands halfway between spirit and matter, enabling us to use our voices and our bodies to become "of sound mind." Let us enrich our spiritual selves with singing, chanting, drumming and fun exercises in sound. Bring your drum or any rhythm instruments you may have, or just you energy and zest for fun! Facilitator:Emily Kierstead EXPLORING THE 'NEW AGE' PHILOSOPHIES On the lines of a book club, but reading short excerpts from authors such as Deepak Chopra, Wayne Dyer, Neale Donald Walsch, Carolyn Myss, Shakti Gawain, 'Emmanuel'and 'A Course in Miracles', this would be a discussion group to explore the challenges of some of the modern spiritual and 'self -help' teachings. How comfortable are we with the source of these materials? Intuitively, do we feel they have authority and validity? What are the practical implications of their statements about the nature of reality? How do they challenge or augment more traditional spiritual wisdom? Reflection and writing on 'hand out' extracts from these authors would be done between meetings to encourage thoughtful sharing. Facilitator:Lesley Rowntree ALTERNATIVE HEALTH PANEL DISCUSSION Great Harbour presents an evening of professional health specialists who will be speaking from their own fields of expertise in alternative medicine. ELIZABETH BERLASSO is a counsellor qualified in Psychosynthesis, and a trained yoga teacher. She has also trained with Jon Kabat-Zinn in applying meditation, breathing, yoga and body-awareness techniques to those with chronic illness. She works at the Nova Scotia Environmental Health Centre and in private practice. DR PATRICK MILROY, MA.DC, has been in private practice in Halifax for ten years, after graduating from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 1994. He is particularly interested in developing a health model that incorporates spirituality and thus combines his professional expertise with his Christian faith. STELLA ROY was certified in acupuncture in 1997 and uses it as an adjunct to physiotherapy. She is interested in 'women's issues' including recovery from cancer, incontinence, menopausal difficulties,and post natal exercizes. Facilitator:Francene Cosman FIRE IN THE SOUL: AN EVENING OF SONG "Come sing a song with me ...that I might know your mind, and I'll bring a song of hope, and a rose in the winter time" This favourite song by Carolyn McDade opens our evening. You are invited to share songs of spirituality,compassion, love of nature and peace with women who have been in retreats with Carolyn McDade. Voice or no voice, in tune or not, all are invited to come sing a song with us. Facilitator:Clea Derwent HEALING TOUCH LEVEL 1 Healing Touch is a multi-leveled program in energy- based therapies, derived from the ancient art of 'hands on healing'. It works with the energy of the body to induce deep relaxation and to promote self-healing. People of all ages with a variety of health concerns, both acute and chronic, have benefited from these safe, gentle, non-invasive therapies. Healing Touch workshops are a course of study for health care professionals and others interested who desire an in-depth understanding and practice of healing work using energy-based concepts. Facilitator:Sandra Pickrell Baker SEATED YOGA A program for poeple who, because of lack of strength or balance, cannot stand. Traditional yoga postures are modified so that they can be done in chairs, walkers, and wheelchairs. The class will include centering, warm-ups, postures, breathing, deep relaxation experiences and meditation. The benefits include: healthier circulation and breathing, increased flexibility, relaxation, energy, and strength, improved posture and reduced swelling in the joints, and better sleep. Jean Short is a certified and experienced yoga instructor. Facilitator:Jean Short GENTLE YOGA FOR CHALLENGED BODIES This chair yoga class is done sitting in a chair or using a chair for support. It is ideal for individuals who cannot get up and down off the floor, but who can stand. The beginner level postures and warm-ups are modified for safety and comfort, making exercise accessible to all ages, body sizes and conditions. The class will also include pranayama (breathing exercises), an introduction to meditation, and guided experiences of deep relaxation. Facilitator:Jean Short WORTH Women's Ongoing Recovery Through Healing A 10 week group for women who are in, or who have been in an abusive relationship, and who would like to change their patterns of intimte relationship. The group focusses on understanding abuse and why it happens, making changes, and healing from past abuse. The group is limited to 10 members. Pre-registration is required. Facilitator:Cheryl Pearce EFT (EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE) Do you suffer from fears that are keeping you from enjoying your life to the fullest? What would you love to be doing if you were not so afraid to do it? How would your life be different if you didn't have these fears? Relax! EFT is a simple yet powerful technique to learn. By tapping on certain energy pathways on your body you will be releasing the "charge" of emotion attached to memories that have held you hostage for too long! Come and learn this very simple technique how to release problems forever! Facilitator:Ann Perry SACRED MOVEMENT Come explore sacred movement as prayer as a means to spiritual growth, as connection to the Creator. We will move to Christian music and words, learn centering circle dances, and experience walking meditation. All movements are gentle, simple and require no dance experience. Vicky May directs a movement choir and leads workshops at retreats and church events. She is a member of the international, interfaith Sacred Dance Guild. Facilitator:Vicky May YOUR PURPOSE, YOUR FUNCTION, YOUR PATH Based on "A Course in Miracles Principles" Seven Steps to Fulfillment, Happiness, and Peace There is much emphasis on finding something 'out there' which will complete us, make us whole, and make our lives meaningful. The "Course in Miracles" has a different perspective. How do we discover our path? How do we lead more meaningful lives? How can we find fulfillment at work? We will consider in this workshop how the answers to these questions lie within us. Facilitator:Sheila Kelly WHAT THE BLEEP DO WE KNOW !? We will view the movie "What the Bleep Do We Know!?" on this first evening. We are at the threshold of a "great divide" in history, called a paradigm shift. The ideas presented in the film challenge aspects of the prevailing story the West has told itself for the past 300 years. The film presents some of the science and philosopy that are the basis of a new story. Following this evening a short course (5 evenings) will be offered for those interested in continuing to deepen their understanding. A study guide prepared by the Institute of Noetic Sciences will guide our exploration. Facilitator:Alan Snow COMMUNICATING WITH YOUR ANGELS Communicating With Your Angels Learn a five step process that will allow you to have clear communications with your Angels. Do you question the existence of Angels & the roles they play in your life? Through the use of meditation, sound therapy, color therapy and journalling we will be improving the flow of energy within our energy field. Start hearing those important messages our Angels are trying to send us by being energetically compatible with them. This workshop will enhance not only how you feel, but will help to better guide you to a more purposeful path in your life. Facilitator:Ann Perry YOGA MEETS DANCE (TRADEMARK) No dance or yoga experience necessary. Come with your family, age 8 and up for a blend of yoga and dance originally created by Beth Rigby. It explores the elements earth, water, fire, air and spirit in a flowing movement easy for everybody to do, any age, size, can come and play with this technique. It's very fun! Join the journey into meditaion, freedom, laughter and playfulness, yoga, dance and a long and profound relaxation. What bliss! Facilitator:Maryse Thuot CIRCLE OF RHYTHM Experience the magic of rhythm that bring joy to the world. Bring your playful, musical self and have some fun! This creative, inspiring drum circle will energize your body, clear your mind, and uplift your spirit. No special musical experience is needed. Heather Pentz is an experienced drum circle facilitator. Instruments will be provided, or you may bring your own. An event for all types of people. Facilitator:Heather Pentz THE FOUR OBSTACLES TO PEACE Based on "A Course in Miracles" God has gifted us with peace ... eternal, constant, and always available. How come we don't always experience it? How can we access it more consistently? What is really going on when we are not at peace? This workshop will help you recognize the insidious ways in which we sabotage our own peace. "Course in Miracles" principles offer a deep psycho-spiritual approach to the real reasons we don't experience peace in our lives. Facilitator:Sheila Kelly SPIRIT WAVE... A DRUM DANCE "Spirit Wave" is an exploration of soul through drum and dance. Connect with your self and others in a gentle, powerful way through the magic of the drum. Discover and celebrate your unknown rhythms. Heather will use a combination of djembe and buffalo drums to facilitate your journey of drum magic and movement... as meditation, teacher, and spiritual practice. Facilitator:Heather Pentz YOU DON'T HAVE TO DIE TO GO TO HEAVEN Radical spiritual perspectives based on Course in Miracles principles. "Much of what we believe about the world is not true." This workshop examines some of the upside down thinking which keeps us in denial about our responsibilities to ourselves and our reality. Be prepared to have some of your deepest-held beliefs challenged. An open mind is a prerequisite! The Course in Miracles constitutes a deep psycho-spiritual approach to life, melding religious, metaphysical, and spiritual principles.. (This program contains Course language) Facilitator:Sheila Kelly INTRODUCTION TO GENTLE HATHA YOGA This is a beginners' class for those new to yoga and who would enjoy a gentle approach to strengthening, developing flexibility and relaxation. A small class will enable you to learn and adapt classical hatha yoga poses to your level of fitness. Particular attention will be given to core strengthening and to alignment for safe flexibility and relaxation. Maureen Nolan is a certified and experienced Hatha Yoga instructor. Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan INTERMEDIATE LEVEL HATHA YOGA For those with some experience in yoga who would enjoy continuing to build on their practise through flowing postures and through learning new poses. Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan COMMUNICATING WITH YOUR ANGELS Learn a five step process that will allow you to have clear communications with your Angels. Do you question the existence of Angels and the roles they play in your life? Through the use of meditation, sound therapy, color therapy and journalling we will be improving the flow of energy within our energy field. Start hearing those important messages our Angels are trying to send us by being energetically compatible with them. This workshop will enhance not only how you feel, but will help to better guide you to a more purposeful path in your life. Facilitator:Ann Perry E FT (EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE) FOR WEIGHT LOSS Is your weight keeping you from enjoying your life to the fullest? What would you love to be doing if you could finally lose your weight for good? How would your life be different if you didn't have a fear of failure to succeed? Relax! EFT is a simple yet powerful technique to learn. By tapping on various energy pathways on your body we can release self defeating behaviors and patterns that stand in the way of your success! Come and learn this very simple technique and start losing that weight for good! Facilitator:Ann Perry SUPERVISING WITH PASSION & VISION Employees work as their Supervisor directs. We need to find passion and vision, before we, as Supervisors, can pass it along. This 2-day workshop will start with "us" - the Supervisors. It will show us how to create vision and passion in our workplace and help us to communicate this to our employees. It will teach us about the different personality types and how to identify and work with them. If you are a Supervisor, and your aim is to make your department the best that it can be, you cannot afford to miss this workshop! Certificate & Extensive reference manual for future use provided. Facilitator:Holly Poole DOWSING WITH A PENDULUM WORKSHOP Dowsing simply means "searching for something that is desired." Dowsing for water has long been a respected skill in many civilizations around the world. Today many health practitioners use a pendulum to help determine food allergies, energy blockages and environmental sensitiveties. This workshhop introduces you to the many possibilities for dowsing in your life. Using a pendulum can help you to determine many things, from the best time to plant your garden to solving mysterious pet allergies! Uncover the valuable ways a pendulum can enhance your life! The possibilities are limited only by your imagination. Facilitator:Ann Perry SACRED MOVEMENT, SACRED STILLNESS Come explore sacred movement as prayer as a means to spiritual growth, as connection to the Creator. We will move to Christian music and words, learn centering circle dances, and experience various forms of meditation. All movements are gentle, simple and require no dance experience. Vicky May directs a movement choir and leads workshops at retreats and church events. She is a member of the international, interfaith Sacred Dance Guild. Facilitator:Vicky May HATHA YOGA A beginning level class for those new to yoga and for those who would enjoy a gentle approach to strengthening, developing flexibility and relaxing. Small classes afford individual attention in learning and adapting classical yoga poses. Particular attention is given to core strengthening and to alignment for safe flexibility. Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan GENTLE HATHA YOGA A daytime yoga class for seniors, or those with physical limitations or health challenges. A small class allows for individual tailoring of poses to fit all fitness levels. Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan INTERMEDIATE LEVEL HATHA YOGA For those who have some experience with yoga and who would enjoy continuing to build on their practise through flowing postures, breathing techniques and learning how to integrate yoga into their life. Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan WAKEUP YOUR METABOLISM NATURALLY Do you have excess weight that seems to be resistent to dieting, espeacially around the mid section? Are you having a hard time finding the energy to get through the day? Join Dr. McLellan, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, and he will explain what may be causing your metabolism to work at lower than optimum levels and discuss natural treatment options available for helping to optimize your metabolic function. Facilitator:Dr.Alexander McLellan,ND IF LIFE IS A JOURNEY, WILL I EVER FIND THE HIGHWAY? Many of us feel discontent and incomplete. We feel our life is less joyful and purposeful than we would like it to be. Often this is because we haven't discovered or had the courage to use our truly remarkable individual gifts and passions. In this two-part workshop, Rick Cameron will assist you to explore and celebrate your unique magnificence and challenge you to become the person God meant for you to be by letting that magnificence "out Of the bag". Program will be held on two consecutive Thursday evenings. Facilitator:Rick Cameron AN INTRODUCTION TO NOETIC NAUTILUS Noetic Nautilus is a Spiritual Community Group associated with the Institute of Noetic Sciences. ( www.noetic.org ) It is part of a network of more than 200 community groups worldwide. As our world moves further into a paradigm shift more and more people feel a need for belonging and sharing. Our purpose is to grow spiritually and to help each other to reach a higher awareness of God, whatever we individually perceive God to be. We are not governed by doctrine or dogma. We are seekers of truth. Come share an evening of spiritual discussion, focused intention and soothing meditation. Facilitator:Alan Snow EXPLORATIONS OF THE SPIRIT This small group program introduces people to the beliefs and values of the BUC faith community and to the United Church of Canada. Based on Rev. David Hart's book, Christianity, A New Look at Ancient Wisdom, it is a contemporary exploration of the Christian faith and its relevance for today's world. This is an excellent group both for people new to the BUC congregation and for people wishing to explore the relevance of Christianity in today's world. It also will provide an excellent opportunity to meet new people in an atmosphere of fun and learning. Those persons wishing to confirm or reaffirm their faith will have the opportunity to do so at the end of the program. The program will take place on 8 consecutive Wednesday evenings. Facilitator:David Hart & Carolyn Crowell A COURSE IN MIRACLES: WHAT IS IT REALLY SAYING? A Course in Miracles: What Is It Really Saying? A Course in Miracles is a book and a spiritual path that, after 30+ years, is becoming more and more mainstream. Course offers inner peace as its ultimate goal. Its thought system is unique and often misunderstood. So ... what is it REALLY saying? In this workshop, you will hear what it is not as well as what it is. You will find out: - The secret to inner peace; - The tools for being in the world but not of the world; - How physical manifesting in the world aligns (or not) with Course; - What is really real and what is not. Facilitator:Sheila Kelly 2012 THE ODYSSEY - A FEATURE LENGTH DOCUMENTARY Are we in the endtimes? The Mayan calendar is ending on December 21, 2012. This is apparently a convergence point of confluent cycles. Many refer to this as a shift of the ages. What is going to happen then, and in the years from now to then? 2012 The Odyssey is a thought provoking feature length documentary that attempts to answer these questions. Discover the little known prophecies of the Mayans, the Incans, the Alchemists, the Christians, the Masons, Shamans and native elders from around the world who foresaw the end of time and a new beginning. If you have experienced an uneasy sense of things to come; of our uncomfortable rush towards a future of increasing uncertainty, you will want to see this film; there is hope. As events unfold over the next six years leading up to the endpoint in 2012 you will be continually reminded of the message of this film. Following the movie there will be a discussion period for questions and answers coordinated by Shelly Yates. Shelley has an amazing story of miracles and wonder that happened right here in Halifax. She has told her incredible story to a 500 station network radio audience of millions. She now has team leaders in many countries worldwide and her website receives an average of 80,000 hits per month. Learn more at www.firethegrid.com Facilitator:Alan Snow STABILITY BALL EXERCISES Using the stability ball, Jeanann will lead you through a complete body exercise routine to increase muscle tone, balance and coordination with a focus on strengthening abdominal and back muscles. All fitness levels and ball experience welcome. You will need to bring your own ball. Jeanann is a certified fitness instructor. Classes will be held on Monday and Wednesday mornings at 9 am and continue into June. You can sign up for once a week, twice a week or as a drop in. Facilitator:Jeanann Tell NAVIGATING THROUGH 2007 USING NUMEROLOGY AS YOUR GUIDE Over 2500 years ago a Greek Mathematition named Pythagoras discovered that all numbers hold vibrations and that all vibrations hold predictable experiences. There is a simple formula to use with your date of birth which will help to identify the various trends coming up for you in 2007. Find out if this is your year of endings making room for new beginnings! Will this be a year best designed for travel or education? If you can add simple numbers together you can learn the basics of Numerology! Be prepared for all that 2007 has in store for you! Facilitator:Ann Perry VEGETARIAN COOKING WORKSHOP A MID-WINTER GATHERING OF FRIENDS Come and enjoy an afternoon of fun and healthy vegetarian cooking meet new friends and learn about nutrition. We will make a hearty winter menu, a hearty soup, a vegetable dish a legume dish and a dessert. This workshop is for anyone who enjoys vegetarian cooking and wants to learn more about it. And for those who want to try something different. You don’t have to be vegetarian. We will all cook together. All participants will receive copies of the recipes we make and, of course, lunch is included! Facilitator:Nieves Santos EFT FOR WEIGHT MANAGEMENT Is your weight keeping you from enjoying your life to the fullest? What would you love to be doing if you could finally lose your weight for good? How would your life be different if you didn't have a fear of failure to succeed? Relax! Emotional Freedom Technique is a simple yet powerful technique to learn. By tapping on various energy pathways on your body we can release self defeating behaviors and patterns that stand in the way of your success! Come and learn this very simple technique and start losing that weight for good! Facilitator:Ann Perry WAKE UP YOUR METABOLISM NATURALLY Do you have excess weight that seems to be resistent to dieting, espeacially around the mid section? Are you having a hard time finding the energy to get through the day? Join Dr. McLellan, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, and he will explain what may be causing your metabolism to work at lower than optimum levels and discuss natural treatment options available for helping to optimize your metabolic function Facilitator:Alexander McLellan WRITING TO BEFRIEND YOURSELF This six week course draws on our powers of creation and reflection in writing on topics designed to better our understanding of ourselves and our joy in our surroundings. Writing is an opportunity to pay attention to our own thoughts and feelings and so to live more consciously. Sharing this writing in a group of mutual respect and trust provides stimulus and validation to the writer and a gift to the listener. Facilitator:Lesley Rowntree HATHA YOGA A beginning level class for those new to yoga and for those who would enjoy a gentle approach to strengthening, developing flexibility and relaxing. Small classes afford individual attention in learning and adapting classical yoga poses. Particular attention is given to core strengthening and to alignment for safe flexibility. Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan INTERMEDIATE HATHA YOGA For those who have some experience with yoga and who would enjoy continuing to build on their practise through flowing postures, breathing techniques and learning how to integrate yoga into their life. Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan AGING GRACFULLY-HEALTH OPTIMIZATION FOR BABY BOOMERS Join Dr. McLellan, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, for this follow-up to his session; Wake Up Your Metabolism Naturally. He will cover the top health concerns of Baby Boomers today such as High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol and Arthritis The participants will gain knowledge about Natural Treatment options available and lifestyle changes that can help reverse the effects to increase your quality of life thus optimizing your overall health status. Facilitator:Alexander McLellan IF LIFE IS A JOURNEY, WILL I EVER FIND THE HIGHWAY? Many of us feel discontent and incomplete. We feel our life is less joyful and purposeful than we would like it to be. Often this is because we haven't discovered or had the courage to use our truly remarkable individual gifts and passions. In this three-part workshop, Rick Cameron will assist you to explore and celebrate your unique magnificence and challenge you to become the person God meant for you to be by letting that magnificence "out Of the bag". Program will be held on three consecutive Thursday evenings. Facilitator:Rick Cameron COMMUNICATING WITH YOUR ANGELS Communicating With Your Angels Learn a five step process that will allow you to have clear communications with your Angels. Do you question the existence of Angels & the roles they play in your life? Through the use of meditation, sound therapy, color therapy and journalling we will be improving the flow of energy within our energy field. Start hearing those important messages our Angels are trying to send us by being energetically compatible with them. This workshop will enhance not only how you feel, but will help to better guide you to a more purposeful path in your life. Facilitator:Ann Perry HEALING PATHWAY PHASE ONE "Jesus called the twelve together and gave them power and authority- and sent them out to heal." Luke9:1,2 Healing Pathway is an educational program with five developmental phases. It is designed to train and mentor people who wish to develop the gift of healing hands within the Christian tradition. The Phase One Healing Pathway is an introduction to the basic concepts of Christian ministry of healing hands with an emphasis on learning how to be an instrument of God's healing power. We believe that healing is a process guided by God to restore balance and wholeness of body, mind and spirit, not only within the individual, but also within relationships, community and creation. The Healing Pathway is intended to assist congregations in developing and sustaining a healing ministry. The Pathway is primarily focused on team ministry that is centered and grounded in the life and structure of the congregation or community. Sandra is a certified Healing Touch Practitioner and Instructor is also certified in Jin Shin Jyustu and Reflexology. Facilitator:Sandra Pickerell Baker USING NUMEROLOGY AS A NAVIGATIONAL TOOL FOR LIFE For centuries Numerologists have understood that our very date of birth holds the key to our life's purpose. It's no surprise that Jesus himself had a Master Life Path number! By observing our birth name Numerologists can determine our strengths, weaknesses, challenges and opportunities. Your name and birth date will unfold with unbelievable accuracy! Come and learn why you are able to get along with some people and not as well with others. This is a valuable tool for determining the dynamics in your family and workplace. Also, each year provides us with a very unique energy surrounding it.We will explore your personal year and find out just what the universe has in store for you. This workshop will teach you simple techniques to discover your life's potential! Facilitator:Ann Perry REIKI LEVEL 1 TRAINING If you are drawn to reiki, you are ready to take responsibility for advancing your own healing and conscoiusly choosing your life path. You'll be empowered in a 'hands on' healing energy that frees and releases blockages on all levels, physical mental and emotional. It also initiates a deeper spiritual awakening. this is a weekend retreat setting at Crystal Cliffs near Lunenburg. Facilitator:Becca Strople THE ARTIST'S WAY For everyone who wants to freshen up their lives, have fun, and find inspiration while looking at the deeper meaning of moving past things which hold us back from our true potential. Based on Julia Cameron's book "The Artist's Way", it is most enjoyable and energizing when shared in a group. You do not have to be an artist; you can increase enjoyment of any aspect of your life. Facilitator:Becca Strople CHAIR YOGA This class is ideal for individuals who fit one or more of the following physical challenges: difficulty in getting up and down easily, chronic health conditions, recovering from injury or illness and recent injuries. The beginner level postures are modified for safety and comfort, accessible to all ages, body sizes and conditions. Emphasis is on increasing flexibility and range of motion, stretching, lengthening the spine and reducing tension. Also, breathing exercises, meditation, and self massage will be included. Facilitator:Jean Short A COURSE IN MIRACLES STUDY GROUP A Course in Miracles study group: room 402, Bedford United Church. This is an open weekly group which started at the beginning of A Course in Miracles and is slowly and joyfully working it's way through The Course by practicing a lesson and studying two pages of the Text each week. We believe we each have our own personal connection to our right mind/Holy Spirit. Our goal is to support each other to find our own voice through sharing our insights and our growth to help each other establish a clearer connection with our Inner Guidance and our understanding of A Course in Miracles. Facilitator:Denise Leppard YOGA FOR THE YOUNG AT HEART This 90-minute class will benefit all fitness levels, including those who find it difficult to get up and down easily, have chronic health conditions, or those recovering from injury or illness. Chair and/or wall support, and cushions are encouraged, making this healing form of exercise accessible to all ages, body sizes and conditions. The emphasis will be on increasing flexibility and range of motion, stretching, lengthening the spine and reducing tension. This gentle and fun class will include centering, warm-ups, yoga postures (asanas), breathwork (pranayama), relaxation and meditation, laughter and self-massage. Facilitator:Jean Short THE WORTH GROUP Women's ongoing recovery is a group for women who are in or have been in abusive relationships and who wish to change these destructive patterns in their lives. Through this program, led by a facilitator with twelve years of experience in working with battered women, you will begin to identify and take steps to change destructive patterns in your adult relationships. Facilitator:Cheryl Pearce HATHA YOGA A beginner level class for those new to yoga and who would enjoy a gentle approach to strengthening, developing flexibility and relaxing. Small classes afford individual attention in learning and adapting classical yoga poses. Particular attention is given to core strengthening and to alignment for safe flexibility. NOTE: This program will continue for a further 8 weeks, starting Nov. 15th. Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan INTERMEDIATE LEVEL HATHA YOGA For those who have some experience with yoga and who would enjoy continuing to build on their practice through flowing postures, breathing techniques and learning how to integrate yoga into their life. Facilitator:Maureen Nolan INTERMEDIATE LEVEL HATHA YOGA For those who have some experience in yoga and who would enjoy continuing to build on their practice through flowing postures, breathing techniques and learning how to integrate yoga into their life. NOTE: THIS PROGRAM WILL CONTINUE for a further 8 weeks, starting Nov.15th. Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE-WHAT IS STOPPING YOU?! Do you suffer from emotional issues that are keeping you from enjoying your life to the fullest? What would you love to be doing if you were not so afraid to do it? How would your life be different if you didn’t have these issues? Has physical pain stopped you from doing what you enjoy? Relax!While tapping on various energetic points on our bodies EFT can help you rediscover your true potential! EFT can be used to eliminate anxiety attacks, reduce food cravings, lift depression,relieve physical pain, release fears surrounding past events in your life while recapturing your self esteem! Come on! This is fun and we CAN do this together! Ann Perry is a Certified EFT Practitioner, Reiki Master & Hypnotherapist. Pre-register to hold your space. Facilitator:Ann Perry AGING GRACFULLY-HEALTH OPTIMIZATION FOR BABY BOOMERS Do you find you have to take a pill to help with this ache or that pain? Are you wondering why things are starting to break down as you age? It is a myth that you have to suffer with these ailments just because you are getting older. Join Dr. Alexander McLellan, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine .He will discuss the top health concerns of baby boomers today such as: •High blood pressure •High cholesterol •Arthritis. Digestion/Acid Reflux. You will gain knowledge about natural treatment options available and lifestyle changes that can help improve your quality of life thus optimizing your overall health status. Facilitator:Dr. Alexander McLellan,ND LIVING WELL WITH CHRONIC PAIN AND ILLNESS This session was designed for people suffering from chronic pain or illness. When medical approaches do not resolve persistent physical symptoms, one can still hope to reclaim one’s quality of life. Awareness of how the psychological and spiritual dimensions of the experience affect our whole being can help us lessen our suffering. This session is facilitated by a Psychologist; it will focus on sharing current mind-body understanding of chronic conditions and will provide direct experiential training in active self-management skills. Attention will be given to the role of “re-storying” our lives to adapt to our current situation in a healthy manner. Please pre register if possible. Facilitator:Kevin Rice THE SECRET ... THE LAW OF ATTACTION ... "The Secret" The Law of Attraction and A Course in Miracles. Many people assume that they are interwined and interconnected.But what do they really have in common? This workshop will examine the commonalities, and the discrepancies, between A Course in Miracles and The Secret. Questions include: - Is the law of attraction a spiritual concept? - What does Course in Miracles say about the law of attraction? - Is the movie, "The Secret," aligned with Course principles? Join Sheila Kelly, Life Coach with A BA in Psychology, who has worked with The Course in Miracles for fifteen years. PLease pre register for space planning. Facilitator:Sheila M. Kelly SKILLS FOR LIFE...LEARNING HOW TO NAVIGATE LIFES OBSTACLES Life Skills is a two hour presentation offering a different approach to life stressors. You will learn about various coping mechanisms and perhaps walk away feeling more empowered to deal with life's obstacles. This is a free presentation,however a donation to Great Harbour is appreciated. Bring an open mind and the courage neccesary for change. Facilitator:Lauren Marsh Knickle TRANQUILITY MEDITATION Meditation on the breath is a basic practice that anyone can learn. It can lead the meditator to experience greater peace, wisdom, and a deeper knowledge of oneself and others. We will learn and practice a meditation technique and have discussion, followed by an opportunity for questions and answers.Bring a cushion and mat if you are comfortable sitting on the floor. The facilitator has practiced meditation since 1992 and since 2000 has been a student of one of North America's foremost Tibetan meditation masters and scholars, Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche. Please pre- register if possible. Facilitator:Michael Munro EXPLORATIONS OF THE SPIRIT This small group program introduces people to the beliefs and values of the BUC faith community and to the United Church of Canada. Based on Rev. David Hart's book, Christianity, A New Look at Ancient Wisdom, it is a contemporary exploration of the Christian faith and its relevance for today's world. This is an excellent group both for people new to the BUC community and for people wishing to explore the relevance of Christianity in today's world. It also will provide an excellent opportunity to meet new people in an atmosphere of fun and learning. Those persons wishing to confirm or reaffirm their faith will have the opportunity to do so at the end of the program.Program length, 8 weeks. Facilitator:David Hart & Carolyn Crowell MAKING GOOD EMOTIONAL DECISIONS Many people grew up in dysfunctional families from which they have learned unhealthy patterns about decision making. It is possible to make changes in those decisions that have not worked well and to learn strategies and techniques for making decisions that are healthier and more life giving.PLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATION IS LIMITED TO 15 PERSONS. Pre- registration is appreciated. Facilitator:Cheryl Pearce PARENTING TEENS TODAY Kelly Brushett,MS,RMFT(Marriage and Family Therapist) brings you a Family Systems perspective regarding how to improve your understanding and approach towards parenting teens today. Some topics include the family system, self-care, nuturing your couplehood, the parenting team, behavioral management, communication, respect and trust, anger, and common areas of concern for today's adolescent. Facilitator:Kelly Brushett, MS, RMFT IMPROVE YOUR DIGESTION: IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH Is it really normal to feel bloated after meals? Do you eat TUMS like candy? Do you need to always be aware where the nearest washroom is? Join Dr. McLellan to learn why these things are not normal and how you can change things to optimize your digestive function. Discuss how to improve your digestion and learn how to get the most out of what you are eating.You will gain knowledge about natural treatment options available and lifestyle changes that can help improve your quality of life thus optimizing your overall health status. Pre-register to reserve a space! Facilitator:Dr. Alexander McLellan,ND CREATING YOUR OWN SET OF ANGEL ORACLE CARDS Have you ever wished for a closer relationship with your Angels? Do you enjoy reading Angel Oracle Cards? We will create our own set of Angel Oracle Cards based on 7 of the Archangels. You will learn.... Which colors represent which angels? What are each of these angels responsible for? How do I call upon them? How will I know they are close? All the materials necessary to create your own laminated set of cards are provided. By making them yourself you are learning all about the Angels and their different characteristics. Bring your imagination and a willingness to learn more about these great messengers! Pre-register to reserve your space. Facilitator:Ann Perry CHAIR YOGA Traditional gentle Yoga postures are modified for use in a chair. This class is ideal for individuals who have physical challenges, which keep them from taking a traditional style yoga class; such as difficulty in getting up and down easily, chronic health conditions , recovering from injury or illness or recent injuries. The beginner level postures and warm-ups are modified for safety and comfort, making exercise accessible to all ages, body sizes and conditions. The emphasis will be on increasing flexibility , stretching, lengthening the spine and reducing tension. The class will also include breathing exercises, meditation, and guided experiences of deep relaxation. Facilitator:Jean Short YOGA FOR THE YOUNG AT HEART This gentle 90-minute class will benefit all fitness levels, including those who find it difficult to get up and down easily, have chronic health conditions, or those recovering from injury or illness. Chair and/or wall support, and cushions are encouraged, making this healing form of exercise accessible to all ages, body sizes and conditions. The emphasis will be on increasing flexibility and range of motion, stretching, lengthening the spine and reducing tension. This gentle class will include centering, warm-ups, yoga postures, breathwork , relaxation and meditation. This class will continue until the end of June. Facilitator:Jean Short LIVING THE QUESTIONS This 12 week experiential study program for small groups promises to be one of the most spiritually deepening opportunities available in the Halifax Region this year. Based on the work of such bestselling authors as Marcus Borg, Shelby Spong, John Dominic Crossan and others, it leads participants into the new vision of Christianity emerging today and how it impacts on our lives. It also will provide an excellent opportunity to meet and journey with other spiritual pilgrims at Bedford United Church in an atmosphere of fun and learning. If you’ve heard about Alpha, but are looking for something deeper and more challenging, this group is for you. Leaders: Jennifer Johnson & Sandra Forbes Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Dates: Wednesday evenings, January 9 through April 2, 2008 Location: Church Parlour and Hall Facilitator:Jennifer Johnson LETTING GO OF THE PAST A 10-week phycho-educational group for women who are survivors of childhood abuse including emotional/psychological abuse, physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, abandonment, and other forms of childhood trauma. Participants must register in advance of group. Facilitator:cheryl pearce HATHA YOGA A beginner level class for both those new to Yoga and those who would enjoy a gentle approach to strengthening, developing flexibility and relaxing. Small class size affords individual attention in learning and adapting classical yoga poses. Particular attention is given to core strengthening and alignment for safe and progressive flexibity. Maureen is a Certified Hatha Yoga instructor with 6 years teaching and over 25 years practicing yoga and meditation. NOTE: THIS PROGRAM WILL CONTINUE for a further 8 weeks starting March 27. Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan INTEMEDIATE HATHA YOGA For those with experience in yoga and who would enjoy continuing to build on their practice. Classes include postures utilizing strength and flexibility in a flowing style, breathing techniques, integration of yoga into daily life in a supportive group. Individual attention to students' progression is afforded by small class size. Maureen is a Certified hatha Yoga Instructor with recent study in the Iyengar and Desikachar traditions. NOTE: THIS PROGRAM will continue for another 8 weeks starting March 27. Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan FROM THE SUBLIME TO THE RIDICULOUS This writing workshop endeavours to give participants different perspectives on the ever fascinating subject of themselves, from writing letters, journals and poetry to exploring the humour in everyday situations. Mary Wood is a writer and workshop facilitator from England who has recently written a book called 'Bedtime Humour for Baby Boomers'. Many of her workshops have been with breast cancer patients where she encourages them to journal their emotions and concerns. She is a volunteer palliative care visitor with the VON. Her first book, The Magic of Writing Things Down, was published in the UK in 2005. Facilitator:Mary Wood CREATING THE RETIREMENT YOU REALLY WANT This is a ten week course and is well described by Jo-Ann Cusack, a local yoga instructor and recent participant: I heartily recommend the workshop Jean has put together around Sonia Choquette's work. Because it is done over a series of weeks, in a supportive group, the actual clearing process is done; clearing of priorities, clutter, old habits and patterns. What stands in one's way becomes apparent. There is time to see how new attitudes, behaviours and intentions create desirable change. It was quite amazing what happened in our little group over the weeks. Jean is kind and forthright and her willingness to share examples from her own life's experience help immensely in ways even she cannot imagine. Working this way inspires imaginative solutions to effortlessly Create Your Heart's Desire. It really works! Jo-Anne Cusack Kripalu Yoga Teacher Facilitator:Jean Short CREATING THE RETIREMENT YOU REALLY WANT The workshop is well described by Jo-Ann Cusack, a local Kripalu yoga instructor and recent participant: I heartily recommend the workshop Jean has put together around Sonia Choquette's work. Because it is done over a series of weeks, in a supportive group, the actual clearing process is done; clearing of priorities, clutter, old habits and patterns. What stands in one's way becomes apparent. There is time to see how new attitudes, behaviours and intentions create desirable change. It was quite amazing what happened in our little group over the weeks. Jean is kind and forthright and her willingness to share examples from her own life's experience help immensely in ways even she cannot imagine. Working this way inspires imaginative solutions to effortlessly Create Your Heart's Desire. It really works! Facilitator:Jean Short KEYS TO ABUNDANCE Bringing abundance into your life can be simple if you hold the right keys. Learning the Universal Laws of Energy is the place to start. Make a plan and watch it unfold. Walk away from this workshop with a designed plan already set into motion. Facilitator:Holly Poole THE ENERGY OF MONEY We often hear and talk about positive and negative energy in the Universe and our worlds. In this workshop, we will take a journey of self-discovery into our beliefs, fears and vision surrounding money and finances. We will learn how these feelings and attitudes create our present experience. This interactive workshop will give us the tools to move beyond any worry, fear and pain into a new realm where financial freedom is truly possible. The power is within you. Facilitator:Anna Conner HOW MUCH JOY CAN YOU TAKE IN 2008? Are you spending your life the way you are meant to and do you wake up each day excited because you are using the gifts you were given at birth? Or are you still waiting for the big instruction book to drop into your lap that will finally explain how to be happy? If so, you're not alone.Did you know you were handed a very specific job on the day you were born? It’s the one that wakes you up at night, tapping you on the shoulder … wondering when you are going to get busy. But you don’t. Instead you focus on other things. Now, you realize something’s missing … yet, you don’t even know where to begin to find that elusive life purpose. But … amazingly … it's still there. Your special job is patiently waiting for you to listen up and get to work. Facilitator:Sheila Kelly A CLOSEUP LOOK AT ASTROLOGY Have you ever wondered about the validity of astrology? Are you fascinated about what makes people react the way they do? Are you looking for a better understanding of the world around you? Come and discover "You" as we closely examine the world of astrology. Facilitator:Holly Poole HOW TO USE THE LAW OF ATTRACTION TO FIND YOUR LIFE PARTNER Romance and the Law of Attraction: How to use the Law of Attraction to Find Your Life Partner In this workkshop you will learn: -1- What the Law of Attraction is and how to use it to bring you your ideal partner -2- How to quickly and easily evaporate those feelings, self-doubts, fears, or past hurts that are actually keeping you from the love you want -3- How to connect with your heart/soul to know what the next step is that will launch you into your dream relationship Facilitator:Dianne Peck YOGA FOR THE YOUNG AT HEART This 90-minute class will benefit you at any stage of life or level of physical health and fitness. Some of the many benefits students experience are: Stress reduction Increased relaxation and coping ability Improved self-image and self-esteem, Increased strength,stamina and flexibility Improved sense of balance and internal harmony Deepened spiritual life This gentle class will include centering, warm-ups, yoga postures (asanas), breathwork (pranayama), relaxation and meditation. Facilitator:jean short WHERE TO GO FROM HERE This 5 week workshop provides an opportunity for retired and semi retired people to discover additional wisdom regarding what they now want to be, do and have. This will be accomplished through a process of life reflection, exercises, sharing, and the creation of a Personal Vision. There will be an opportunityfor interested participants to form a group after the 5 weeks, so to provide support and encouragement in living your Personal Vision. Come, discover, and experience an opportunity to reinvent yourself! Facilitator:Valerie Doucett ARTIST'S WAY This 12 week program follows Julia Camerons classic book The Artist's Way. It delves deeply into our need for creative expression and our many ways of denying it-even its existance in us. YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE AN 'ARTIST'. The definition of what it means to be one will surprise and delight you. Very strong connections happen between the participants and a high level of trust and committment develop-both to the others and more important, to yourself. Facilitator:Becca Strople &/or Susan April HATHA YOGA A beginning level class for those new to yoga and for those who would enjoy a gentle approach to strengthening, developing flexibility and relaxing. Small classes afford individual attention in learning and adapting classical yoga poses. Particular attention is given to core strengthening and to alignment for safe flexibility. Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan,Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor for 8 years. Date: Thursday, September 18, 2008 Time: 7:30-8:45 Fee: $78 for 8 sessions Registration Date: Thursday, September 18, 2006 **Please note this program will continue for another 8 weeks beginning on November 13** Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan INTERMEDIATE HATHA YOGA For those yoga students and practitioners who would enjoy deepening and expanding their practice through flowing postures, breathing techniques and learning how to integrate yoga into everyday life. **Please note this program will continue for another 8 weeks beginning November 13** Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan SHARING YOUR MEMORIES Join us in this fun class to bring back happy memories from your past. Through writing, story telling, photo sharing, music, and munching we will re-live the best times of our lives. Guided by Terry Choyce, worship leader at Brunswick St. United and a passionate lover of life. 443-5149 terrypaulchoyce@yahoo.ca 3 weeks for $30. Monday Sept. 22 to Oct.06 6:30 -8:30 rm. 305 Facilitator:terry choyce I WASN'T READY TO SAY GOODBYE: FINDING YOUR WAY AFTER YOUR LOVED ONE DIES Workshop Goals: In a supportive and caring atmosphere, you will be given the opportunity to: *acknowledge and express your pain through exploring the feelings you are experiencing as a result of your loss; *gain insights which will help you to see that beyond your pain is hope for reconciliation and healing; *increase your understanding of the process of grief and mourning while sharing with others who are also dealing with the death of a loved one. Now is the time to ease your burden and take the first step in moving forward with your life. Facilitator:Ken Penrose AN INTRODUCTION TO NOETIC NAUTILUS Noetic Nautilus is a worldwide Spiritual Community Group that meets weekly. Visit our website www.noeticnautilus.com Our purpose is to grow spiritually without being governed by dogma and doctrine. We are seekers of truth, sharing our spiritual journey with each other. For this intro evening we will watch a video presentation by Bruce Lipton on the impact of our beliefs on our biology and how we, as bioenergetic beings, are integrated with the energy of the Universe. There will be time for discussion and a period of meditation. Facilitator:Alan Snow COMING TO YOUR SENSES This workshop is designed for those who are interested in expressing themselves through the written word. In a busy world, it is challenging to live with all senses alert at every moment. In order to survive, we invariably filter out sensation, block sounds and see, but not necessarily notice, what is around us. Over time we become desensitised. Consisting of a series of writing exercises, the senses will be re-awakened and awareness of spirituality will become more acute. Mary Wood is a writer and workshop facilitator from England. She has worked with breast cancer patients and is a volunteer palliative care visitor with the VON. Her book, The Magic of Writing Things Down, was published in the UK in 2005. Facilitator:Mary Wood YOU CAN DO IT! We all have the power within us to be happy, healthy and wealthy.Good nutrition feeds your body vitality. Positive thoughts and emotions contribute to manifesting your desires. Please join me to have fun learning more about yourself and how to achieve healthy nutrition, positive thoughts and emotions, and giving yourself the love you deserve. Sue Bell has her BBA and is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist. She is a facilitator of Fabulous Females, a self development workshop, and also works with several energy modalities (Advanced Psych - K and Hanna Kroeger). Sue is an independent distributor of Xocai healthy chocolate. She can be contacted at suenutrition@eastlink.ca. This is a three week workshop starting on Monday, October 20 to Nov. 3 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Room 305 $30 Facilitator:Sue Bell HEALING DIABETES – TIPS FOR PREVENTING DIABETES AND ITS SIDE EFFECTS There is an epidemic of diabetes. It is predicted that diabetes rates will double in 10 years and continue to rise in our children. What used to be considered an “Old Age” disease is becoming far too common in people of all ages, as is obesity in children and adults. Dr. McLellan recently co-authored the book Healing Diabetes to provide practical advice about ways to prevent, reverse and treat diabetes. The presentation will cover dietary approaches, nutritional supplements for diabetes, and botanical medicines that balance blood sugar levels plus much more. Anyone recently diagnosed with diabetes or “pre-diabetes”, or who has diabetes in their family,should attend this talk. Facilitator:Alexander McLellan, ND APPLYING ECKHART TOLLE'S The amazing world-wide interest in Eckhart Tolle's ten session web Course with Oprah on his new book, "A New Earth,Awakening to your Life's Purpose" created a great interest in developing the practical skills in transcending our ego-based state of consciousness. This two-day workshop will help you to better understand and integrate this new state of consciousness and follow the path to a truly fulfilling existence.Ken Penrose has been facilitating personal/professional growth workshops for the past 40 years, using self-awareness/spiritual indicators such as the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, The Enneagram,and the EQi ( Emotional Intelligence Quotient) to help people heighten their awareness of their psychological/spiritual selves. Facilitator:Ken Penrose REIKI LEVEL 1 Reiki is about healing the body, mind and spirit- energetically. When the answer seems beyond our human limitations, Reiki provides the key. If you are ready for growth and change on all levels, Reiki will open for you a wider channel to access loving universal energy. Level 1 enables you to direct hands on healing to all areas of life: physical, mental, emotional and spiritual, not only for yourself but others as well. Whatever you are up to in your career, relationships, health, dreams, and potential, Reiki will enhance it all. It will take place in my home in Hubley and meals and snacks will be provided. Facilitator:Becca Strople IMPROVE YOUR DIGESTION: IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH Is it really normal to feel bloated after meals? Do you eat TUMS like candy? Do you need to always be aware where the nearest washroom is? Join Dr. McLellan, Doctor of Naturopathic medicine, to learn why these things are not normal and how you can optimize your digestive function. Discuss how to improve your digestion and learn how to get the most out of what you are eating. You will gain knowledge about natural treatment options available and lifestyle changes that can help improve your quality of life thus optimizing your overall health status. Facilitator:Alexander McLellan, ND INTRODUCTION TO EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUES (EFT) Emotional Freedom Techniques are Psychological acupuncture without the needles. Many people learn EFT to release negative emotions, attract abundance in to their lives, lose weight, stop smoking or overcome other addictive behaviours. EFT can be practiced on every issue, whether it is emotional, physical or performance related. This technique is gentle, does no harm, has no harmful side effects and can be learned by anyone. EFT is truly a new path to emotional and physical health. Discover why there are 10,000 new people drawn to EFT every month and over 300,000 people practicing EFT all over the world. Facilitator:Al Rodee LIVING THE QUESTIONS This 12 week experiential study program for small groups promises to be one of the most spiritually deepening opportunities available in the Halifax Region this year. Based on the work of such bestselling authors as Marcus Borg, Shelby Spong, John Dominic Crossan and others, it leads participants into the new vision of Christianity emerging today and how it impacts on our lives. It also will provide an excellent opportunity to meet and journey with fellow Christians at Bedford United Church in an atmosphere of fun and learning. If you’ve heard about Alpha, but are looking for something deeper and more challenging, this group is for you. Leaders: Heather DuJohn and Kim Rhymes Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Dates: Wednesday evenings, January 14 through March 25, 2009 Location: Church Parlour and Hall Facilitator:Heather DuJohn & Kim Rhymes MINDFULNESS BASED STRESS REDUCTION INTRODUCTION We experience stress when we perceive the challenges in our lives to be greater than our resources for coping. By bringing mindfulness to our feeling states,we are able to integrate our innate wisdom into our daily lives. This is based on a model developed in the late 1970's by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn and currently being implemented in medical centers worldwide. We will learn and practice the art of bringing mindfulness to the ordinary in each moment, with simple yoga stretches, sitting meditation (with breath as focus)and meditative body scan. We will explore the relationship between stress and illness and how mindfulness practices gives us the skills to respond in a healthy way to the events of our lives. **** This Class will also be offered on Saturday Morning, February 28, 9:30 - Noon ***** Facilitator:Heather Doyle HATHA YOGA A beginning level class for those new to yoga and for those who would enjoy a gentle approach to strengthening and developing flexibility. Small classes afford individual attention in learning and adapting classical yoga poses. Particular attention is given to core strengthening and to alignment for safe flexibility. Maureen Nowlan is a certified Hatha yoga instructor who has taught for 8 years. **PLEASE NOTE this program will continue for another 8 weeks in April** Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan INTERMEDIATE HATHA YOGA For those yoga students and practitioners who would enjoy deepening and expanding their practice through flowing postures, breathing techniques and learning how to integrate yoga into everyday life. **PLEASE NOTE this program will continue for another 8 weeks beginning in April. Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan I WASN'T READY TO SAY GOODBYE: FINDING YOUR WAY AFTER YOUR LOVED ONE DIES Workshop Goals: In a supportive and caring atmosphere, you will be given the opportunity to: *Acknowledge and express your pain through exploring the feelings you are experiencing as a result of your loss *gain insights which will help you to see that beyond your pain is hope for reconciliation and healing * Increase your understanding of the process of grief and mourning while sharing with others who are also dealing with the death of a loved one. Now is the time to ease your burden and take the fist step in moving forward with your life Facilitator:Ken Penrose EXPLORING COMPASSION THROUGH CHAKRA AWARENESS AND GENTLE YOGA Through the windows of the Chakras, we glimpse the subtle energies that weave in and out of the many aspects of our lives. From how we feel in our bodies, our homes, our families, to how we express ourselves, to our feelings of connectedness and wholeness, chakra awareness provides an opportunity for greater and more compassionate self-awareness. In this workshop, we will invite the light of awareness to shine on different aspects of our lives in a gentle way. No yoga experience necessary. Please bring a mat, a pillow, and a blanket. Led by Mandee Labelle, BA (maj. psych., McGill U.), CYT, and a Graduate of the Chakra Yoga Centre in Victoria,BC. Mandee has spent 8 years teaching yoga full time in HRM. www.yogaheart.ca Facilitator:Mandee Labelle APPLYING ECKHART TOLLE'S VISION The amazing world-wide attentionto Eckhart Tolle's ten session web Course with Oprah on his new book, " A New Earth, Awakening to your Life's Purpose" created a great interest in developing the practical skills in transcending our ego-based state of consciousness. This one-day workshop will help you to better understand and integrate this new state of consciousness and follow the path to a truly fulfilling existence. Ken Penrose has been facilitating personal/professional growth workshops for the past 40 years, using self-awareness/spiritual indicators such as the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, The Enneagram, and the EQi (Emotional Intelligence Quotient) to help people heighten their awareness of their psychological/spritual selves. Facilitator:Ken Penrose THE HEALING POWER OF PETS Join in an evening of sharing your experience as a pet owner and what that means to you on a physical, emotional and spiritual level. Bring a notebook and pen and a picture of your pet as we will be writing about our own experiences and sharing with the group. Story telling and laughter are part of this time together. Francene Cosman, contributing writer to "Dogs in Canada" will be the facilitator. Also in the Fall, a Blessing of the Animals will be scheduled with Reverend David Hart and Francene. Facilitator:francene cosman THE ARTIST'S WAY This 12 week course follows the Julia Cameron book, "The Artist's Way". It is an innovative program that helps the participant explore the nature of their creativity and access their own "inner artist" ( yes, you DO have one!). The group experience allows the participants to explore new and old ideas of creativity, and to help clarify thoughts.Very strong connections can happen within the group as people laugh and share experiences together. Please come to class with a copy of the book. Please note - YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE AN ARTIST to enjoy and benefit from this course! Facilitator:S.April THERAPEUTIC TOUCH LEVEL 1 WORKSHOP Therapeutic Touch is a non-invasive healing therapy with extensive scientific research. It is an energy exchange in which the Practitioner,in a centered state uses the hands to assess and balance the client's energy field, in accordance with the Krieger/Kunz method.Learn about the history,theory,basic assumptions,research, and use of the Krieger-Kunz method of Therapeutic Touch.You will gain knowledge of the basic steps of Therapeutic Touch and practice Therapeutic Touch with supervision. Charlotte Quirk is one of six registered Therapeutic Touch teachers for the Atlantic Provinces. Facilitator:Charlotte Quirk INTRODUCTION TO PATHWAYS OF LIGHT COURSES In this free introductory session, you will receive free study materials and worksheets from Pathways of Light Course 132: Self Image Transformations. A guided meditation from the course on changing habitual and self-limiting thought patterns will be offered. An overview of the upcoming 8-week Spiritual Awakening Course will also be provided in this session. Come and discover the transformational and enriching courses available through Pathways of Light Spiritual College. Theresa Tomilson O.M.C. is an Ordained Ministerial Counsellor, Relationship Counsellor and a certified course facilitator with Pathways of Light Spiritual College. Facilitator:Theresa Tomilson 8 -WEEK SPIRITUAL AWAKENING GROUP Accelerate Your Awareness of Your True Spiritual Nature: In this 8-week group, guided by a trained facilitator,you will uncover your own Innate Wisdom in a nurturing environment of safety and trust. Learn ways to clarify inner communication and release limiting self concepts and habits. The growth-enhancing activities, processes and meditations offered in this group are gentle yet profoundly helpful as participants learn to express their unlimited potential more fully to create peace, joy and abundance in their lives. Facilitator:Theresa Tomilson MINDFUL HATHA YOGA This Hatha Yoga class will appeal to those new and current practitioners of yoga who are looking for more spaciousness to their practice and in their life. Focusing on the breath as the bridge between body and mind, yoga poses will be combined with meditation techniques to see and feel everything along the way to and from each pose. Awareness practice brings safety for those with health problems and depth to the yoga experience for everyone. Small class size allows assistance and adjustments in a supportive environment. **NOTE: THIS PROGRAM WILL CONTINUE FOR ANTHER 8 WEEKS STARTING NOV. 23. Facilitator:MAUREEN NOWLAN HATHA YOGA This is a beginning level class for those new to yoga and for those who would enjoy a gentle approach to strengthening and developing flexibility. Small classes afford individual assistance in learning and adapting classical yoga poses.Particular attention is given to core strengthening and to alignment for safe flexibility. Maureen Nowlan is a Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor practicing for over 25 years and teaching for 9 years. **NOTE: THIS PROGRAM WILL CONTINUE FOR ANOTHER 8 WEEKS STARTING NOVEMBER 19. Facilitator:MAUREEN NOWLAN INTERMEDIATE HATHA YOGA For those yoga students and practitioners who would enjoy deepening and expanding their practice through flowing postures, breathing techniques and learning how to integrate yoga into their everyday life. **NOTE:THIS PROGRAM WILL CONTINUE FOR ANOTHER 8 WEEKS STARTING NOVEMBER 19. Facilitator:MAUREEN NOWLAN ECKHART TOLLE: MOVING FROM EGO TO PRESENCE Eckhart Tolle's books, The Power of Now and A New Earth - Awakening to Your Life's Purpose are highly ranked on the Canadian best sellers list. Over two million people took his on-line 10 session course on moving from Ego to Presence last Spring with Oprah. This one day workshop will help you to better understand and integrate this new state of consciousness and follow the path to a truly fulfilling existence. Ken Penrose has been facilitating personal/professional growth workshops for the past 30 years, using self-awareness/spiritual indicators such as the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, The Enneagram and The EQi (Emotional Quotient Indicator)to help people heighten their awareness of their psychological/spiritual selves. Note: This program will be repeated on November 28,2009 Facilitator:Ken Penrose INTRODUCTION TO TAROT Come and spend a day learning about this ancient art of fortune telling. Today the tarot not only provides clues to the future, but is recognized as a resource for self-exploration and a valuable companion to guided meditation. You will learn a bit about the history of Tarot as well as the stories behind its many beautiful images. And you will gain an understanding of each card, allowing you to begin, or strengthen, your use of Tarot. If at all possible, you are encouraged to bring a Tarot deck with you to this workshop. MJ Copps has been working with Tarot for over 15 years and is a well-respected and sought after "reader" of the cards. Facilitator:Mary Jane Copps YOUR MONEY, YOUR VALUES, YOUR LIFE ... CUTTING THROUGH THE CLUTTER Lynne Twist, author of “The Soul of Money” says that “We now have the opportunity to live the most meaningful lives any generation of humankind has ever lived.” Whether or not you struggle with money, in this workshop, we will explore some questions, helping you design your own personal strategies for a relationship with money that makes sense to you: - What is money anyway? - What beliefs do you have about money? How do they serve you (or not)? - How come the law of attraction doesn’t seem to work for everyone? - What’s the connection between your relationship with money and planetary sustainability? - What’s God got to do with money? Does God care if we have it? - Is there a spiritual dimension of money? - How can you free yourself from money worry and live abundantly? Also, Sheila will introduce you to the “Barrett 7 Levels of Consciousness” and how they impact your decisions related to money. Facilitator:Sheila Kelly FINDING YOUR VOICE & SPEAKING YOUR TRUTH Do you say "yes" when your heart says "no"? Do you have trouble expressing your honest feelings? Are you ready to be true to yourself? The spoken word is a powerful creator in our lives. If what we express is a contradiction to what we are feeling, it leads to confusion and we become disappointed with ourselves. This experiential workshop will help you find your voice, which can lead to an honest expression of your Will. I invite you to claim your power, through respectful expression, and begin living your truth. Facilitator:Rashana (only one name) SHAMAN JOURNEY - INTEGRATING YOUR POWER ANIMAL Available to everyone, the journey of the shaman is a practice of self discovery and healing. Maybe we have given away our 'power' or someone has taken it. Maybe we feel or believe we are 'powerless' in our lives. In this particular power animal journey, we will not only rediscover our power and reclaim it, we will integrate it and learn how to use it for wisdom and guidance. Learn how to do this for yourself as well as others. This event is open to adults as well as children and teens. Imagine knowing how to connect to your own guidance and inner wisdom as an adult or as a child. How empowering indeed to be self reliant! Facilitator:Kim Coleman REIKI LEVEL 1 Reiki is about healing the body , mind and spirit energetically.Reiki is an amazing vehicle for transformation on every level. It is a powerful hands on healing practice that affects every aspect of your life; physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. It enhances every thing you do, by opening a wider channel to universal energy. It is a weekend program from Fri. eve till Sun p.m. by which time you will be able to give Reiki treatments to yourself and others. The cost is $175 and the suggested dates are Nov 13-15, 2009. The most likely venue will be my home in Hubley. Facilitator:Becca Strople I WASN'T READY TO SAY GOODBYE- FINDING YOUR WAY AFTER YOUR LOVED ONE DIES In a supporting and loving atmosphere, you will be given the opportunity to: .Acknowledge and express your pain through exploring the feelings you are experiencing as a result of your loss. .Gain insights which will help you to see that beyond your pain is hope for reconciliation and healing. .Increase your understanding of the process of grief and mourning while sharing with others who are also dealing with the death of a loved one. Now is the time to ease your burden and take the first step in moving forward with your life. Ken Penrose has been certified by the Canadian Centre for Bereavement Education and Grief Counselling as a Bereavement Educator and Grief Counsellor Ken faced the loss of his wife of 40 years through three years of metastatic breast cancer. Ken has facilitated 22, nine week bereavement groups, specializing in spousal loss. Facilitator:Ken Penrose EFT PLUS HO'OPONOPONO IS AWESOME! Emotional Freedom Techniques are psychological acupuncture without the needles. Ho'oponopono is an ancient Hawaiian healing technique that "cleans" all negative energy from our subconscious as soon as it is presented.Ho'oponopono works on the premise that all negative energy that comes in to our awareness is our responsibility to "clean". The combination of these two techniques allows the practitioner (you)to find a new path to emotional and physical health. EFT can be practiced on every issue, whether it is emotional, physical or performance related. This technique is gentle, does no harm, has no harmful side effects and can be learned by anyone.NOTE THAT THIS IS TAKES PLACE OVER FOUR SESSIONS. Facilitator:al rodee IMMUNITY WITH HERBS AND NUTRITION Savayda will share her ten years experience as a medical herbalist. Learn practical ways to incorporate herbs and super foods into your routine to strengthen your immune system to prevent colds and the flu.Participants will learn practical, safe and effective ways to improve their health and well being. This workshop emphasizes self-care which is empowering and essential for people to live more vibrant and healthy lives. Facilitator:Savayda Jarone SPIRITUAL SEEKERS CIRCLE Spiritual Seekers Circle is an opportunity to explore different beliefs, with our hearts and minds open to new ways of understanding and experiencing our concept of Source, the meaning of our lives, and our place in the universe. In the process, we'll create a community of people who want to live with love, compassion, faith, curiosity, and joy. Each week there will be a different presenter who will speak to us about their spiritual passion or practice. The Seekers Circle was previously held in Halifax for two years, presenting a variety of timely and current topics. To find out who will be speaking, please go to our website in January and February, www.spiritualseekers.ca. Facilitator:Terry Choyce I WASN'T READY TO SAY GOODBYE:FINDING YOUR WAY AFTER YOUR LOVED ONE DIES Now is the time to ease your burden and take the first step in moving forward with your life. In a supportive and caring atmosphere, you will be given the opportunity to: * acknowledge and express your pain through exploring the feelings and emotions you are experiencing as a result of your loss. *gain insights which help you see that beyond your pain is hope for reconciliation and healing. *increase your understanding of the process of grief and mourning while sharing your grief with others who are also dealing with the death of a loved one. Ken Penrose is certified through the Canadian Centre For Bereavement Education And Grief Counselling ,and has a private practice in grief counselling as well. Facilitator:Ken Penrose MINDFUL HATHA YOGA This class will appeal to those new and current practitioners of yoga who are looking for more spaciousness in their practice and their life. Focusing on the breath as the bridge between body and mind, yoga poses will be combined with meditation techniques to see and feel everything along the way to and from each pose. Awareness brings safety for those with health challenges and depth to the yoga experience for everyone. Small class size allows assistance and adjustments in a supportive environment. NOTE: THIS PROGRAM WILL CONTINUE FOR ANOTHER 8 WEEKS STARTING MAY 3. Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan INTERMEDIATE HATHA YOGA For those yoga students who would enjoy deepening and expanding their practice through flowing postures, breathing techniques and learning how to integrate yoga into everyday life. NOTE: PROGRAM CONTINUES FOR ANOTHER 8WKS.STARTING MAY 6. Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan BEGINNER HATHA YOGA For those new to yoga and those who would enjoy a gentle approach, this class will strengthen you and develop flexibility while learning about yourself. Classical Indian poses will be adapted to abilities and adjustments will be offered in this small class. Particular attention will be paid to core strengthening and alignment for safety. Mautreen Nowlan is a Certified Hatha Yoga instructor with 25 years experience practicing and 10 years teaching yoga. NOTE: PROGRAM WILL CONTINUE FOR ANOTHER 8 WEEKS STARTING MAY 6. Facilitator:Maureen Nowlan COMING TO YOUR SENSES This workshop is designed for those who are interested in expressing themselves through the written word.It is challenging to live with all senses alert at every moment.We invariably filter out sensation, block sounds and see, but not necessarily notice what is around us.Consisting of a series of writing exercises, the senses will be re-awakened and awareness of spirituality will become more acute. Mary Wood is a writer and workshop facilitator whose book, The Magic of Writing Things Down, was published in the UK in 2005. She has worked with breast cancer patients by encouraging them to journal and is a volunteer worker with the VON in Halifax. To register call Mary on 444-4403 or email wordplay@eastlink.ca by February 4th 2010. Facilitator:Mary Wood ENHANCING PSYCHOLOGICAL/ SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT WITH THE ENNEAGRAM The Enneagram represents nine different ways of thinking,feeling and acting. "Ennea" is Greek for "nine" and "gram" refers to the nine points on the Enneagram model. The Enneagram explains the underlying motivations as well as the outward behaviours of the nine types. Participants will be able to: *Explore their key motivations and personality styles within the Enneagram framework. *Gain a greater understanding of others and how to relate to them more effectively. *Explore relationship style similarities and differences with their Significant Others. *Link their dominant Enneagram style to their Essence. Facilitator:Ken Penrose INTRODUCTION TO TCM With a history of over 5000 years, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a unique system to diagnose and cure illness. The TCM approach is different from that of Western medicine and is currently finding increased acceptance.In TCM, the understanding of the human body is based on the holistic understanding of the universe.TCM treatments consist of herbal medicine,acupuncture, and moxibustion along with other methods. Illness in TCM is seen as a lack of harmony, and the goal of all TCM treatment is to assist the body to regain balance and achieve homeostasis.Dr.LeRoy will be offering an open forum for all questions regarding Chinese Medicine and will be demonstrating a few of the elements of healing used in TCM. Facilitator:Dr. Fronie LeRoy INTRODUCTION TO TAROT Learn about the ancient art of fortune telling. The Tarot provides clues to the future,and is a recognized resource for self-exploration and a valuable companion to guided meditation. You will learn about the history of Tarot as well as the stories behind its many beautiful images.You will gain an understanding of each card, allowing you to begin, or strengthen, your use of Tarot. If at all possible, you are encouraged to bring a Tarot deck with you to this workshop. Mary Jane Copps has been working with Tarot for over 15 years and is a well-respected and sought after "reader" of the cards. Facilitator:Mary Jane Copps AWAKEN YOUR INTUITION An Eight Week Psychic and Intuitive Development Program designed to help you recognize your psychic abilities,and awaken your intuition. You will learn to enhance your life with an inner knowing of what situations are best for you and what ones you may wish to avoid. Ordained Minister Hiltz has been a practicing psychic for twenty years and senior Minister of the Spiritual Science fellowship for seven years. Facilitator:Rev. Michael Hiltz EXPANDING YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF TAROT A follow up to Introduction to Tarot, this course goes beyond basic knowledge to examine the Tarot in more detail. What are the various ways the cards can be interpreted? How do the cards help us in our desire for self-discovery? How do we use the cards to read for others? The day will be filled with Tarot activities as well as a discussion and examination of intuition and the role it plays when working with Tarot. Those attending this class should have their own Tarot deck with which they are familiar and comfortable. Mary Jane Copps has been working with Tarot for over 15 years and is a well-respected and sought after "reader" of the cards. Facilitator:Mary Jane Copps MEDITATION FOR THE REST OF US "Meditation For The Rest Of Us" is a 4-week experiential course designed to help us discover our innate wholeness. Each week, we will explore a guided relaxation meditation, walking meditation and Shamatha or "peaceful abiding" meditation, followed by a brief journaling exercise and group dialogue.Angie Fenwick Gibb is a certified professional yoga teacher,has studied meditation techniques through the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction curriculum of Jon Kabat-Zinn, has completed all of the Shambhala meditation training levels and is influenced by her Christian upbringing. Facilitator:Angie Fenwick Gibb THE HEALING POWER OF SOUND Edgar Cayce, the Sleeping Prophet, predicted "Sound will be the medicine of the future." Science is proving the beneficial effects of sound on our well-being. Discover the power you have within yourself to heal and transform your life. We will begin with some scientific background on the beneficial effects of sound and then explore, with our own voices, how to balance the chakras, transform emotions with Tibetan seed syllables and play with the free-flowing sounds of 'Songs of Light'. Facilitator:Rashana INTRODUCTION TO LIVING CUISINE Learn the health benefits of live food, some basic techniques of live food preparation, & enjoy some tasty dishes! We begin the afternoon with an information session about live food nutrition & how to get the most from your food – & the most from your food dollar! We finish with a demonstration of some basic recipes – soups, salad dressing & pate, which we enjoy for a snack! Facilitator:Georgia Barnwell SPRING CLEANSE AND DETOXIFICATION Spring is the traditional time for cleansing and renewal. In this workshop, offered by a medical herbalist, you will learn the value of cleansing and how to do a cleanse. Savayda will outline the 3 week cleanse that she and her students and clients have done for ten years. Herbs, supplements, diet and other cleansing tools will be explored. Facilitator:Savayda Jarone |
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