Events & On-Going Groups

Events & Meetings

Join us for all of our exciting events or find the group that makes your heart sing. From thank you events, concerts and fun-raisers to regularly scheduled meetings of our On-Going Groups – it’s all right here!

Questions? Contact: Events [at] CSLSJ.org

EVENTS
SPIRITUAL COMMUNITY GROUPS: SIGN-UPS with Aimee Adamec, and Leann Nassar	Sign-ups: July 11 through August 6	Are you looking for community and conversation in a small group setting? Join an online community group to deepen your exploration of spiritual principles and foster on-going relationships. Groups of 8 to 10 people get together once a week for 6 weeks between the weeks of August 1 and September 12th. No prerequisites, no homework, and no fee! Note: There are no meetings the "week" of September 5, 2021 (Labor Day Week)
		SCG - Online Session T Sundays from 7 – 8 pm Begins Sunday, August 1 Facilitator: Coco Dolenz
		SCG - Online Session V Saturdays from 9 – 10 am Begins Saturday, August 7 Facilitator: Ron Wade
MY GRANDMOTHER’S HANDS - A CONVERSATION ABOUT RACIAL TRAUMA AND HOW IT AFFECTS US ALL Facilitated by Barbara Bird	Wednesday August 25 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Free Zoom Meeting ID: 875 6660 5251 Password: 542099	Are you seeking a safe place to explore a range of topics, such as racism and various faith traditions -- all within the context of the spiritual principles of Oneness, Love, and Forgiveness? Join us for the Conscious Inclusion Circle Event #4 of 2021 and be a part of the circle. We will introduce the book “My Grandmother’s Hands” by Resmaa Menakem, to learn and dialogue about the effects of racial trauma on our bodies – all bodies, regardless of skin color.
ON-GOING GROUPS
ANIMAL CONNECTION MEETING With Debbie Belmessieri, RScP	3rd Sundays 12:30 – 1:30 pm	The purpose of the Animal Connections Group at the Center for Spiritual Living, San Jose is multi-faceted. First and foremost, the Animal Connections Group provides high watch for all of God’s creations in animal form. Whether domesticated or wild, the well-being of all animals is vital to the wholeness for the consciousness of the Global Heart. Find out about the many different ways to become part of the Animal Connections team Contact: AnimalConnection [at] cslsj.org or 408-439-8428
BAY AREA OLDER ADULTS LECTURE	1st Thursday 11 am	Lecture/Discussion of topics important to our older community members. Each month introduces a new topic. CSL Members and Guests may REGISTER FOR FREE: http://www.bayareaolderadults.org/2017-bao-lectures.
MEN'S GROUP With Michael Rodrigues & Michael Emens	Thursdays Bi-weekly 2nd & 4th 7 – 8:30 pm	The CSL San Jose Men’s Group will provide the opportunity for men to develop and explore their abilities to openly communicate and support each other in a safe, integrous, nonjudgemental space. Contact: michaelrodrigues [at] cslsj.org
OUTREACH With Kate Drayson	2nd Sundays 12:15 – 1:30 PM	The Outreach Team connects to groups outside the Center community. Creating a bond among communities, they initiate programs that meet on-going needs. For example, they collect stuffed animals for children, have a gift tree for elders, gather food for families in crisis and join up with the Animal Connection to provide food and blankets for pets living at the Humane Society. Their goal is to actively participate in creating a world that works for everyone. Contact: outreach [at] cslsj.org
PRAYER SHAWL GROUP With Phyllis Gallagher	1st & 3rd Sundays 12:30 – 2:30 pm	Knit and/or crochet prayer shawls to give to our center members who are seriously ill, going through cancer treatments, or are in the hospital or nursing homes. Bring your Yarn, Needles or Crochet Hooks plus other accessories. A shawl pattern will be handed out. Contact me if you want a pattern earlier. We will stitch and pray in community and share our gifts with those in need. For more information contact Phyllis Gallagher via email at phyllisgallagher [at] cslsj.org
Spirit Sisters Women's Group With Lynda Lundry, RScP and Donna Starr, RScP	3rd Sundays 2:30 – 4 pm Zoom meeting	If you are missing connection, support, and talking about your spiritual beliefs, then let’s get together and discover the beauty of women empowering women. Your tribe is here and waiting with open arms to lift you up and share our joys, sorrows, and wisdom!
SPIRITUAL AWAKENING (AA Meeting)	Weekly .. Tuesday 7 – 8 pm	Open AA meeting every week in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone is welcome and we can use your support. For more information please contact Dan Jackson @ 408-728-0244 or danjackson92@comcast.net