Common Street Spiritual Center

Adult Ballet
2024-10-23 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-10-25 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-10-30 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York)

Beginner Ballet
2024-10-23 19:00 - 20:15, 2024-10-30 19:00 - 20:15

A Course in Miracles
2024-10-23 19:00 - 20:30, 2024-10-30 19:00 - 20:30 | Online
A Course in Miracles was channeled by Jesus in the 60’s to a Columbia University medical school faculty member, perhaps to help us remember the message he came to teach when he walked on this earth.
Each week we begin our exploration by reading the short introduction which includes these words “the course does not aim at teaching the meaning of love for that is beyond what can be taught. It does aim however at removing the blocks to the awareness of Love’s presence which is your natural inheritance.”
Has any other subject been written or sung about more often than love? Isn’t it the organizing principle of all religions? So popular and prominent in our daily discourse, yet so elusive. And don’t we yearn for an alternative to fear, guilt and hatred, suspicion and divisiveness?
Whether a beginner, a student of many years, or an on-again/off again inquirer, you are invited to join us in seeking to learn how to love and enjoy being in love. It’s not a solo performance. Only together, is love manifest.
We meet by ZOOM, every Wednesday from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
ZOOM LINK: https://commonstreet.zoom.us/j/92894618915?pwd=[REDACTED]

Modern/Jazz Dance Class
2024-10-24 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-10-31 09:30 - 11:00

Mohanji Meditations
2024-10-24 19:00 - 20:15, 2024-10-31 19:00 - 20:15 | Choir Room @ Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
The Mohanji Meditation is a powerful heart-opening guided meditation that offers release from binding patterns through love and gratitude.
All are welcome. No prior experience necessary.

Gentle Jaguar Path Yoga
2024-10-25 07:30 - 08:30, 2024-10-28 07:30 - 08:30, 2024-10-30 07:30 - 08:30, 2024-11-01 07:30 - 08:30
Jaguar Path yoga incorporates Vinyasa flow postures with a focus on opening the body’s meridians and expanding the Energy Body.
This sixty minute all-levels class provides a gentle and complete physical stretch with space for breath awareness and meditation.
Email leo.j.ryan@gmail to confirm your attendance.
Suggested donation $10. Meets every Mon, Wed, and Fri morning at 7:30am.
More info at www.energymatters2u.com

Bwiti Fire Talk: An Introduction to African Spirituality
2024-10-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
The Bwiti tradition is a spiritual practice that originated in southern Gabon but has now spread in different branches throughout Gabon, Cameroon, Congo, and beyond. Bwiti is not a religion, but a traditional spiritual path known to initiates as the “art of knowing” and the “study of life itself.”
The fire talk is an essential element of Bwiti healing practices. Every ceremony begins with a fire talk where Bwiti teachings are shared. In order to promote wisdom and groundedness in the village, elders and medicine carriers (Ngangas and Maboundis) provide counseling rooted in the Bwiti teachings before the community partakes in ingesting medicine.
This fire talk session will be co-facilitated by Pamela “Ngondet Na Di Puma” Rosario Pérez and
Will “Etsika Mbudi” Dickerson II. Ngondet and Etsika are traditional medicine and culture carriers of the Missoko Bwiti lineage, initiated by the 10th-generation nima Papa Moughenda Mikala.

Awakened Hearts - Creating Connections That Matter
2024-10-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Fellowship Hall @ Common Street, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
You’re invited to join us for an evening of magic, meaning, and possibility.
Here, we create a sacred space for conscious singles to meet, free from the constraints of everyday social masks.
Through carefully curated experiences, we’ll guide you to explore the landscapes of your own heart while experiencing genuine connections with others.
This gathering is for those ready to move beyond surface-level interactions and dive into the rich waters of meaningful connection. Whether you’re seeking friendship, love, or simply a tribe that resonates with your spirit, you’ll find a home here.
Bring an open heart, a curious mind, and your authentic self. Leave transformed, inspired, and possibly having met someone who truly sees you.

Intro to Qi Gong
2024-10-26 08:00 - 09:00
Intro to Qi Gong
How to cultivate balance in body and mind and improve your life energy (Qi)
Time: Saturdays from 8am – 9am

Qi Gong is a centuries-old system of coordinated body-posture and movement, breathing, and meditation used for the purposes of health, spirituality, and martial-arts training. These practices help cultivate concentration, peace of mind, strengthen and tone your body all at once.
All are welcome. No prior experience required.
Suggested donation: $5-10
Meets in the Moon Room on the 3rd floor. Enter through the school street door and come upstairs to find us.
About the Instructor:
Wei Li grew up in Mainland, China. She earned her Ph.D. in Biology at Tufts University in 2005. Since 2010, she has been studying Qi Gong and Tai Chi with Master Ming Wu and Master Shi Zhao. She finished her Fengyang Qi Gong Associate Instructor training in 2020 and has been teaching Qi Gong since at Wu Healing Center and Morse Institute Library.

Bollywood Dance Workout
2024-10-26 11:45 - 12:45 | Fellowship Hall @ Common Street, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Whoever said no pain no gain, obviously has never worked out to Bollywood music. Join me for BollyX – Bollywood Dance Workout. Let’s dance and workout together to remain healthy, physically and mentally while having lots of fun!
Get ready to groove to the beats of the vibrant Bollywood tunes while burning 400 – 800 calories. No prior dance experience is required; I will guide you through the steps, show modifications and ensure a fun-filled session. So, grab your friends or make new friends at the class, put on your dancing shoes, and get ready to unleash your inner Bollywood star!
Register here: https://www.bollywoodstepbystep.com/booking-calendar/in-person-in-natick-center-1?referral=service_list_widget

Open Circle Gathering
2024-10-27 10:30 - 12:00
The Open Circle is a weekly gathering of like-minded spiritual seekers who show up to connect authentically, share our truths, and be held in the space of a growth-oriented and loving community.

In the Open Circle, everyone has a chance to contribute as we move around the circle. You’re welcome to bring poems, songs, prayers, and insights to share.

Free and open to the public–yes, you can simply show up!

If you’re new to Open Circle, you’re welcome to register here so you can be in the loop for future gatherings: https://forms.gle/Aa18ZuGfyy4Nv3gq7\n
The Spiritual Center community is holding space for change in the lives of our members and in our world.
*we embrace diverse forms of spiritual practice and artistic expression
*we cultivate a hopeful societal vision built on principles of compassion and justice
*we support the growth of a consciousness of interconnection across human differences and between people and the whole web of life around us
*we build authentic community based on principles like love, respect, kindness, and collaboration

If this resonates, please join us! You’re welcome to become a member simply by filling out the form on this page: www.commonstreet.org/membership

Annual Diwali Celebration
2024-10-27 10:30 - 12:00 | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Diwali is a celebration of light overcoming darkness and good triumphing over evil.
During this gathering, members of the local Indian community will share traditional songs, prayers, and art, and invite us all to reflect together on the meaning of Diwali.
The Spiritual Center thanks Swati Dave for her leadership in organizing this special celebration.

Groove Lab - Dancing Through the Chaos
2024-10-27 19:00 - 20:30 | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
These times call for dance. Dancing through the chaos.
There has been a call in our community to come together and dance. This is for us, all together, to create what we want. To gather in community as we envision.
Send in your song requests to add to our playlist. Plus we will have some live drumming too! Kat will share just a few prompts to help us all to drop in and dance it out. And before we leave, there will be time to rest–on the ground if you’d like–while gentle percussion sounds fill the air. Maybe, just maybe, you will feel this all land in your body like a nourishment.
Only together can we create the kind of gatherings that bring strength, healing and connection to our communities. Let’s do this!
Register through Maggie at learn2relax@yahoo.com or Kat at kathleensuwalski@gmail.com so that we know you are attending and know how many people to expect (or so that we can let you know if anything changes).
Investment: $25 if pre-registered and $35 at the door. If cost is prohibitive, please reach out.
Bring your friends, neighbors and family too. Spread the word!

Gentle Jaguar Path Yoga
2024-10-28 07:30 - 08:30, 2024-10-30 07:30 - 08:30
Jaguar Path yoga incorporates Vinyasa flow postures with a focus on opening the body’s meridians and expanding the Energy Body.
This sixty minute all-levels class provides a gentle and complete physical stretch with space for breath awareness and meditation.
Email leo.j.ryan@gmail to confirm your attendance.
Classes are $10. Meets every Mon and Wed morning at 7:30am.
More info at www.energymatters2u.com

Coffee With a Purpose
2024-10-28 09:00 - 11:00
Fresh coffee. Tea. Conversations about changing the world.
We welcome you to make this a part of your week! We gather every Monday morning and build momentum as we spark dialogue and stoke enthusiasm for the world we can create together. Each week features a special guest presenter on a theme of interest to the group.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://commonstreet.zoom.us/j/95580955741?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 955 8095 5741
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Yoga in the Sanctuary
2024-10-28 19:00 - 20:00 | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Yoga is a practice that unites the mind and body. In fact, yoga means “to yoke” or unite. It is an ancient healing practice that is both physical and spiritual, incorporating postures, breath, and meditation. Yoga heals! From numerous forms of trauma, anxiety, and physical stiffness, yoga provides relief and builds a strong physical and spiritual core.
Join us every Monday from 7-8 pm for a vinyasa flow that will strengthen and energize as well as promote flexibility and balance. We will also experience inner peace by the closing meditation called Shivasana. Please bring a mat and water bottle, and the class meets in the beautiful sanctuary. There is no registration required, and the cost per class is $10 or a food pantry donation (the pantry is located outside the center). Venmo: Jennifer-Kurz-2. Please follow us on instragram: @yogadoc_

Tuesday morning devotions
2024-10-29 09:00 - 10:00
Join us on ZOOM with your prayers, writings, songs, inspiration from any and all religious traditions, sacred scriptures, humor, and love. We “go around the circle” for those who wish to share, or just come along to enjoy the inspiration
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89987098568?pwd=[REDACTED]

Meeting ID: 899 8709 8568
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