Events & On-Going Groups
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
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WE ARE ONE! COMMUNITY ART PROJECTWith Debbie Slayton & Sandy Sherrill Artwork credit: Josie Lewis | Sundays and Office Hours April 5 – May 10 Ongoing | In our innovative new project, “We Are One!”, YOU are the focal point. We Are One will be a collage/compilation/mish-mashing of photos you provide. We will be creating a Cosmic Swirl of art using 2”x2” photos of you, a loved one, a pet, a family member. Please contribute a photo that will be cropped to 2x2 for symmetry and then our team of talented artists will include them in a 9’ x 9’ masterpiece! The design will be such that additions can be made as we grow! We Are One will be a colorful honoring of our belief that we truly are ONE. |
MAKER AND CRAFTER DAYSFacilitated by Michele Young & Jennifer Bick | Third Sunday of each month January 19th – December 20th 12:30 – 3:30 pm | Open to ALL:
We are building community and expressing our creativity through crafting and making together! If you have a talent you can share/teach to others, please contact Michele or Jennifer in advance! |
VISIONING WITH OUR COMMUNITYWith Debbie Slayton | Third Sunday of each month January 19th – December 20th Starts immediately after second service 45 minutes | Each month a licensed practitioner will host Visioning in the sanctuary immediately following second service. All are welcomed to join. Having writing materials is suggested as you experience the gift of surrendering your will and opening up to Spirit’s higher “vision” for your questions. By surrendering any outcomes or pre-conceived thoughts, this practice presents an opportunity to get out of the way, and allow Spirit to direct you in any which way it can! |
FABULOUS FRIDAY MEDATATIONWith Ann Marshall & Les Lindop | Fridays March 20 – August 28 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Love offering only | Join us for a casual, all level, meditation. The hour includes a guided meditation, a spiritual reading and nature music meditation.
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SILENT RETREATWith Dr. David Bruner and Jennifer Bick | Wednesday – Saturday May 20 at 4pm - May 23 at 11am Registration Deadline 3/31/20  | A four day silent meditation retreat co-hosted by Dr. David Bruner and Jennifer Bick at the Jesuit Retreat Center of Los Altos. This transformative experience will include Science of Mind scripture study and journaling, gentle yoga, and various meditation experiences. Three nights accommodations and meals are included. Our FOURTH ANNUAL retreat will be ONE FULL DAY longer! You will be trans-formed through the experience of two FULL days of silence. You will completely “unplug” and go within with Dr. David and Jennifer’s guidance. Deepen your relationship with the Divine during this silent retreat. Experience a profound new sense of Self. |
ON-GOING GROUPS | ||
ANIMAL CONNECTION MEETINGWith 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. |
BETTER BUSINESS BREAKFASTWith Ken Rowell | 2nd Tuesdays 7 – 8:30 am Free Admission includes a continental breakfast! | "Success is a state of mind. If you want success start thinking of yourself as success" ~Dr. Joyce Brothers Join a conversation regarding how success need not be pursued but rather be attracted by the person that inwardly feels and becomes the success he/she is claiming! We'll share an inspiring exchange of ideas, discussion of various spiritual and business practices as well as support and an expansion of your connections. Each month there is a theme where we discuss a spiritual practice, or a personal or business value. Contact: KenRowell [at] cslsj.org |
CARING FOR OUR CAREGIVERSWith Jennifer Bick, RScP and Mary Jo Garrett, LMFT | 2nd Sundays 12:30 – 2 pm | An on-going support group for caregivers. Focused on creating a safe place to express the challenges, frustrations, tears and joys of this common, yet unique caregiving experience. In addition, the facilitators wish to create a place where resources are shared and questions are encouraged. And, finally, the focus will be on assisting caregivers in discovering the value of healthy boundaries when you are being pulled in many directions. Contact: jenniferbick [at] cslsj.org |
MEN'S GROUPWith 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 |
OUTREACHWith 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 GROUPWith 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 |
Soul SistersWith Mary Hines | 3rd Sundays 12:30 – 2 pm | 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 |
THE POWER OF VISION ~ 3 KEYS TO MASTERING YOUR RESULTSWith Cici Bower Cert.LifeMastery.Consultant  | 4th Tuesday 12 – 1 pm | Attendees, you will receive 3 tools to achieve results and goals faster, gain greater clarity on your most important visions and feel even more confident in your ability. |