This Advanced Wisdom School will be an intensive exploration of the Holy Trinity and the Law of Three, based on Cynthia's new book which is required reading for this Wisdom School.
Two years ago Cynthia provided an introductory immersion in Gurdjieff work and Gurdjieff movements to Christian contemplative seekers, exploring core ideas and practices largely unfamiliar to mainstream Christianity but with a deep affinity with mystical Christianity and a profound capacity to resolve theological logjams and move practice to a deeper, more integrated place. Topics explored included: reciprocal feeding, the Law of Three, the original enneagram, essence and personality, three centered awareness, attention, and self-remembering.
G. I Gurdjieff (1866-1949) was an enigmatic, Armenian-born spiritual teacher whose one-of-a-kind spiritual teaching has been a quiet force in Western spiritual history for nearly 100 years. Now Spirituality & Practice is pleased to offer you a rare opportunity: a practical, hands-on exploration of Gurdjieff's powerful spiritual practices minus the intellectual speculation and secrecy! This one-month e-course led by renowned teacher Cynthia Bourgeault will plunge you right into the heart of these transformative practices.
"As long as there is one to sing and one to dance,
"It is all a question of story. We are in trouble now because we do not have a good one" -- Thomas Berry
Squirrels can teach us balance within the circle of gathering and giving out. . . As masters of preparing, they also are reminders that in our quest for our goals, we do well to make time to socialize and play. Work and play go hand in hand, or the work will create problems and become more difficult and less fruitful. ~ from ANIMAL-SPEAK by Ted Andrews
Spiritual Journaling in Nature offers a break from our hectic, overscheduled lives by providing space and time to breathe, center ourselves, and play in the woods by ourselves and with others — human and non-human! The program gives an overview of how to set up and keep a nature journal as a spiritual practice. We will talk together about the significant spiritual role the natural world played in the faith formation of our ancestors and discuss the important opportunity for spiritual deepening that nature offers. We will go through the elements of keeping a nature journal and explore how journaling in nature helps us to be centered, mindful and attentive to both Spirit as well as other creatures.
Many know that the path we are on as a global society is not sustainable for people or the Earth. For over 30 years, Permaculture as a grass-roots movement has been growing, deepening, and spreading all over the world with a focus on finding practical sustainable solutions. As an ethical design science, Permaculture offers a relevant strategy for individuals, communities, and organizations who are seeking social and ecological change with a deeper understanding and awareness of natural patterns.
Retreat to the Ridge and bring your art with you. If you draw, dance, sing, write, play a musical instrument, sculpt, sew, or otherwise create—this retreat is for you! Practice in an inspiring mountain setting; share creative experiences with one another; explore the connection between silence, spirit, and creativity; try something new in sampler sessions with guest artists. Parents and younger sibs welcome.