Common Street Spiritual Center

Bible Study
2024-09-02 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Join us for a non-dogmatic, open-minded, and spiritual approach to reading the Bible. People of all faiths and spiritual paths are welcome.

Tuesday morning devotions
2024-09-03 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-09-10 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | MA
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
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Gentle Jaguar Path Yoga
2024-09-04 07:30 - 08:30, 2024-09-06 07:30 - 08:30, 2024-09-09 07:30 - 08:30, 2024-09-11 07:30 - 08:30 (America/New_York) | MA
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

Adult Ballet
2024-09-04 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-09-06 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-09-11 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | MA

Beginner Ballet
2024-09-04 19:00 - 20:15 (America/New_York) | MA

A Course in Miracles
2024-09-04 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | MA
A Course in Miracles: 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.

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Modern/Jazz Dance Class
2024-09-05 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | MA

Mohanji Meditations
2024-09-05 19:00 - 20:15 (America/New_York) | 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.

Call of Love Yoga
2024-09-05 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Fellowship Hall @ Common Street, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Call of Love Yoga
Hear channeled sources of Love and align with Oneness
Thursdays, July 18 – September 5
Common Street Spiritual Center, Natick, MA
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Donations welcome. Cash or Venmo: @Judith-Thapa
Experience heart centered meditation, breathwork, gentle to moderate yoga poses, guided deep relaxation and sources of love channeled into healing frequencies
Judy O’Leary Thapa is a channel, energy healer, yoga teacher and yoga therapist. She has certifications in Sivananda yoga, Prenatal yoga, Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy (Pryt.com) and with the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT.org). Judy has over twenty years of experience teaching students of all ages.
Varunayoga.com / 617-417-4386 for yoga therapy and energy healing sessions.
Testimonials:
With Judy’s loving guidance, I had a profound experience of my body being filled with light. It was a heart opening and healing experience that has been an anchor through healing from injury and loss.”
~ Nia (Movement instructor)
“ Judy is a fantastic yoga instructor! I love how Judy guides you through every movement during your stretching to make sure you’re in the right position for your body. And then, she separates you from whatever was on your mind by getting you to focus on the here and now. “
~ Yoga participant at Project Comeback’s programming for veterans and rescued horses

Men's Wisdom Council
2024-09-05 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Meeting Room of CSSC
What does it mean to be a “Man”?
Most men find that there is no clear answer to that question. It’s never been easy being a man. We take on the roles that society assigns us, without being given clear instructions. Role models that are offered up to us, don’t speak to our deeper concerns, or rarely reply from the depths that our spirit require.
Councils have long been used by many traditions and cultures as a way to come together and gain a greater understanding of the world. The Men’s Wisdom Council continues this sacred tradition of sharing and for deep listening. Our circle we will strive to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space; where we can take turns telling our stories, sharing our concerns, and learning from each other, as we explore how we, as men, walk through the stages of our lives.
All men are welcome to drop in and participate in our circle. Please contact Michael Corthell (michaelacorthell@gmail.com) for any questions that you may have.

Community Dinner
2024-09-06 | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Join us for a Community Dinner to kick off the weekend retreat! Dinner starts at 5pm but we have activities all day. We’ll provide the nachos, —you bring a dessert , fruit tray, or drink to share. After dinner, stay for an evening of enriching activities, including the Garden of Life Meditation, Beginner Freestyle Drum Circle, and a Women’s Circle. Cost for the retreat is $25 for one day or $50 for the whole weekend. It’s the perfect way to start your Pause Retreat experience!

Common Street’s 2nd Annual Pause Retreat: Belonging
2024-09-06 - 2024-09-08 | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Ready for a weekend of connection, creativity, and community? The Pause Retreat is back, and this year we’re diving deep into the theme of “Belonging.”
Imagine three days filled with laughter, learning, and genuine connections. This is a day retreat in Natick, MA. We will go home each night. We’re creating a space where you can set aside the hustle of daily life and rediscover what it means to truly belong – to yourself and to others.
What’s in store for you:
– Heartfelt conversations that go beyond small talk
– A vibrant Bollywood dance class to get your body moving
– Expressive art workshops to unleash your creativity
– Nourishing group meals with new friends
– Gentle yoga sessions to ground and center yourself
– A beginners’ drum circle (no experience needed!)
– A peaceful nature walk to connect with the world around us
– Workshops on deepening connections and fostering belonging
– Small group sessions for authentic sharing
– And so much more!
We’ve designed this retreat to offer something for everyone. Whether you’re an extrovert who thrives in group settings or an introvert who prefers quieter connections, you’ll find your place here.
The best part? The connections don’t end when the retreat does. You’ll have the chance to join 6 week small groups afterwards, letting you continue to grow and nurture the relationships you’ve started.
Cost: $25 per day or $50 for the whole weekend (This covers meals and supplies. All money goes to support Common Street Spiritual Center)
Your registration gives you access to all events throughout the weekend – mix and match to create your perfect experience.
Spaces are limited, so register now to secure your spot. Let’s create a community where everyone belongs, starting with you.
Can’t wait to see you there!
Amanda Short
Community Event Organizer

‘Life Alive’ - Drum Circle !SPECIAL PAUSE RETREAT EDITION!
2024-09-06 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
‘Life Alive is a vibrant and inclusive gathering where people of all ages and backgrounds come together to share a love of music and rhythm. This will be a special edition of ‘Life Alive’ as part of the Common Street Spiritual Center’s Pause Retreat weekend!
This event provides a fun and relaxed atmosphere where people can connect, let loose, and express themselves through music. Whether you’re a seasoned drummer or just looking to try something new, Life Alive is the perfect opportunity to connect with others and make some soulful sounds!
‘Life Alive’ will celebrate expressing through the human body with the Universal language that is music and movement. We will open with a guided meditation and close with a short song/sound bath.
In between will be a freestyle drum circle. Anyone can start a rhythm, the group will improvise around that rhythm until it naturally concludes, and then a new rhythm can arise. It is also not just open to drummers! Dancers! During the freestyle portion, being conscious of the space you are in and those around you, feel free to get up and move! Shake, dance, stretch, flow… feel free to move to the rhythm and express through your movement.
Drum circle will be after dinner from 7:30-9:30pm in the Sanctuary.
There will be a limited number of drums and percussion items available for borrowing at
the circle, but if you have an instrument/instruments, please bring yours along.
Contact Amanda Short if you are interested in more details about the whole weekend. She is coordinating the Pause Retreat and Jason is honored to be a part of the programing for this weekend filled with food, fun, and community!
Here is more info to register for Pause: https://www.facebook.com/share/YQ5c2ew8jUZbjf17/
Let’s make some music together!
Peace & Respect, Jason A. Karol

Intro to Qi Gong
2024-09-07 08:00 - 09:00 (America/New_York) | MA
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
2024-09-07 11:45 - 12:45 (America/New_York) | 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

Community Dinner
2024-09-07 17:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Join us for a Community Potluck Dinner and Small Group Sign-Up Event! Enjoy a delicious meal together while connecting with others in the community. Amanda Short and Annie LaFleur will introduce our upcoming small groups, and you’ll have the opportunity to hear from group leaders about their offerings. Discover the group that resonates with you and sign up for a journey of growth and connection. Afterwards, stay for the pause retreat offerings the transformation circle, eft tapping class, and more! Don’t miss this chance to build relationships and become part of something meaningful.

Divine Design - Ecstatic Dance & Sound Bath (SPECIAL PAUSE RETREAT EDITION)
2024-09-07 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
There will be a special edition of ‘Divine Design – Ecstatic Dance & Sound Bath’ as part of the Common Street Spiritual Center’s Pause Retreat Weekend in Natick, MA! Here are the details…
-Settle into the Sanctuary after dinner at 7:00 and socialize while music in the background sets the mood.-There will be a somatic warm up and intention-setting meditation at approximately 7:15, courtesy of Evelyn Behrends, with a theme regarding the autumn equinox and all of the changes that come with it… the leaves turn brilliant hues, the days get shorter, the nights colder, but winter is still off on the horizon and plenty of harvests bear fruit… ripe time for some apple picking… there will be apples on the snack table! -We will then transition into dancing to delicious exotic jams, with both DJ set/performance and live (often improv) accompaniment on a variety of instruments. This will be the ecstatic dance portion of the event.-Then, cool down and ground with a soothing sound bath with guided meditation and healing sound collaboration with Jason and Evelyn!
Bring anything you might want… hoops/poi/etc. for flow arts, a yoga mat/blanket/pillow for the sound bath, water for hydration. The center will have some yoga mats, meditation cushions, and blankets available for borrowing as well.
I hope to see you there to jive, shake, wiggle, jump, twirl, and other words that describe movement…
Contact Amanda Short if you are interested in more details about the whole weekend. She is coordinating the Pause Retreat and Jason is honored to be a part of the programing for this weekend filled with food, fun, and community!
Peace & Respect,Jason A. Karol

Open Circle Gathering
2024-09-08 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | MA
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

Community Brunch Potluck
2024-09-08 11:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
*This event is part of a whole weekend retreat experience. Join us for the Community Brunch after the Sunday Circle as part of the Pause Retreat weekend! Bring your favorite vegetarian dish—whether it’s a cold salad, veggie tray, fruit, dessert, or another contribution—and share in a delicious meal with others. Then, stay for a variety of enriching community activities, including the evening Awakening meeting focused on spiritual exploration, questions, and connection, as well as a song circle, art class, mindfulness meditation, chai hour, and more!

Unlock Your Creative Power: Sigil Making Workshop
2024-09-08 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Discover the art of crafting personal sigils in a creative, hands-on workshop. Join us for an inspiring session where you’ll learn how to transform your intentions into powerful, symbolic designs. We will briefly discuss the history and meaning of sigils, learn how to formulate clear, effective intentions, step-by-step techniques for designing and personalizing your own sigils, and methods to activate and integrate sigils into your daily life. Whether you’re interested in personal growth or artistic expression, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of intention and creativity. All materials provided.

Coffee With a Purpose
2024-09-09 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | MA
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.
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Ecstatic Worship
2024-09-09 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Moon Room @ Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
A diverse community of open-minded students of Jesus who love, care and support each other and seek for an authentic relationship with God through music, study, prayer, and interactive sharing. People of all faiths and spiritual paths are welcome!
We offer our gifts to each other through expressions of Holy Spirit with music, poetry, prayer and interactive sharing. As we share, we practice deeply listening to each other and allowing Holy Spirit to move through us.
People of all faiths and spiritual paths are welcome!
Doors opens @ 7:00pm
7:00-8:00 | Music, Poetry, Prayer and more.
8:00-8:30 | Study
8:30-9:00 | Open Altar
Donations are welcome through cash or venmo.
Venmo: @tov-demirel

Declutter the mind through breathwork
2024-09-10 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Moon Room @ Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
In this series we dive into the nature of the mind, and the power of the breath to transform. You will gain several practical techniques centered on breathwork tools to help manage the mind as well as emotions.
All are welcome, whether you are looking to combat day-to-day stress or you’d like to uncover subtle layers of yourself by diving deep! No prior experience is necessary.
About Lipi:
Lipi works as a scientific software engineer with the MathWorks. While pursuing her professional education in grad school, she came across and was deeply impacted by the techniques of the Art of Living foundation. She discovered that her own breath held the power to heal and transform emotions and impressions stored over the years. She later went on to train as a 1000+ hour certified breathwork and meditation faculty with the Art of Living. Over the last six years, she has worked as a volunteer faculty with several student and adult groups to bring a lasting impact to their lives.
About the Art of Living foundation –
The Art of Living is one of the largest educational, non-profit organizations in the world, founded in 1981 by renowned spiritual teacher and humanitarian Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
It is committed to uplifting and empowering individuals and communities through a blend of ancient wisdom and modern science, with a particular focus on stress reduction and mental well-being.

Council Meeting
2024-09-10 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | MA
The Common Street Council meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7pm, and often one other time a month as needed.
If you have questions, or would like to discuss something with the council, please email us at council@commonstreet.org
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