Cacao Ceremony - Creating Space For Love In Your Heart & Mind
2024-09-29 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Love is the foundation of a fulfilling life, yet many of us struggle to fully embrace and express it. This isn’t just about romantic love, but love in all its forms and across various domains of our lives, including:
– Your relationship with the Divine
– Connection with nature
– Family
– Friendship
– Your highest and most fulfilling expression of your work
– Your romantic partnership
My name is Jason, and I want to invite you to a special Cacao Ceremony themed “Creating A Clearing For Love In Your Heart & Mind”.
This is an intentional gathering designed to open the heart. This special event is designed to guide you through identifying and releasing the blocks that may be hindering the flow of love in your life.
It’s an opportunity to open your heart to love in ways you’ve never imagined.
The ceremonial cacao, a key part of our gathering, acts as a gentle guide, opening pathways to deeper understanding and connection.
WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO:
– Opening The Heart Workshop: Begin with a workshop that helps you take an honest (and nonjudgmental) look at what’s blocking our ability to both feel and express love. Learn practical strategies to begin opening the flow of love, both in the giving and the receiving.
– Ceremonial Cacao Experience: Engage in a heart-opening Cacao Ceremony, enhanced by the unique, creamy blend of our ceremonial-grade Cacao from Prophecy Chocolate, enriched with almond milk, spices, vanilla, and maple syrup.
– Themed Meditations: Participate in gently guided meditations that are designed to help you become aware of opportunities to feel and express love.
EVENT DETAILS & LOGISTICS
Where is it? – The event is held at the Common Street Spiritual
Center in Natick, MA which is a beautiful facility for an event like this.
What time? – We start promptly at 6:00 PM and go until 9:00 PM (with a break in the middle). Please plan on arriving by 5:45pm so you have time to park, and then settle in and meet the others.
I am looking forward to seeing you there.
Warmly,
Jason
P.S. – Please check the FAQ section below to make sure Cacao is safe for you. It generally is for most people, but it’s good to have a look to be sure.

Gentle Jaguar Path Yoga
2024-09-30 07:30 - 08:30, 2024-10-02 07:30 - 08:30, 2024-10-04 07:30 - 08:30, 2024-10-07 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

Coffee With a Purpose
2024-09-30 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
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Yoga in the Sanctuary
2024-09-30 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_

Ecstatic Worship
2024-09-30 19:00 - 21:00 | 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

Tuesday morning devotions
2024-10-01 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
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Shavorã: Yawanawá Music of Magic and Revolution
2024-10-01 18:30 - 22:00 | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Come experience the musical magic, mystery, and revolutionary love of Shavora!

Experience the transformative power of the Yawanawá indigenous traditions with sacred music, cultural ceremony, and spiritual sharing.

We are honored to collaborate with @savanahealerchurch in bringing this offering to our community.

Tuesday night Oct 1st, doors at 6:30pm!

Gentle Jaguar Path Yoga
2024-10-02 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

Adult Ballet
2024-10-02 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-10-04 09:30 - 11:00

Beginner Ballet
2024-10-02 19:00 - 20:15

A Course in Miracles
2024-10-02 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]

New Moon Sound Healing Experience
2024-10-02 19:00 - 20:30 | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
This sound healing experience with Lara & Nicole will take you on a powerful journey through the deep potential of this new moon. In community, we will explore the inner landscape of this dream time and to get in touch with our inner guidance and vision. The guiding sounds of Himalayan and crystal bowls, gongs, Burmese bells, tuning forks, drums, and more will support us to tune our instrument to the turning of the earth, and our sacred path forwards.
$22-44 Sliding scale
Venmo, Paypal @prismlighthealing
OR Cash at the door
Please bring mats, pillows, perhaps an eye mask, a water bottle, and anything else you may need for your comfort to sit or lay down for this journey.
Date & Time: Wednesday October 2 7-8:30pm
Flyer: See attached!

Modern/Jazz Dance Class
2024-10-03 09:30 - 11:00

Massage Party
2024-10-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Fellowship Hall @ Common Street, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
As a licensed massage therapist with over 10 years of experience, Kathryn Kevorkian has developed a deep and unique relationship with touch. She invites you to come together with a diverse group of people to explore and learn about the profound connection we share through touch.
This event is designed to be a safe and welcoming space where we can share our experiences, learn new techniques, and deepen our understanding of the healing power of touch. Whether you’re new to massage or have years of experience, there’s something for everyone.
What to Expect:
Interactive Sessions: Engage in hands-on activities that highlight different massage techniques.
Sharing Circle: An opportunity to share your experiences and learn from others.
Relaxation Time: Enjoy a calming environment where you can unwind and connect with others.
Come with an open heart and a willingness to explore the beautiful world of touch. Let’s create a community where we can support and learn from each other.

Essentially Earth - A Musical Song Bath Journey
2024-10-03 18:30 - 22:00 | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Earth is our mother. We must take care of her.
Join Jason A. Karol (with potentially special guest appearances) on a musical journey around Mama Gaia. Relax and let the sounds and sights carry you away on an inner and outer vision quest, shared with community.
We will open the experience with an intention setting circle, going around and sharing our appreciation for the planet we live on, and our hopes for how we can continue to respectfully coexist with Earth from a place of reverence and gratitude as we enter an unprecedented age of technology and human expansion. There is so much already in the animals, plants, rocks, seas, and air for us to be present to and revel in each day. Earth provides, and I wish to help foster love and kindness for her in return.
After the open circle, settle in for a trip around the globe! On the projector screen, there will be videos of different locations on the planet. To go with each location, there will be live music and sound healing. This will range from guitar based folk music to Native American style flute, shamanic drumming with chanting/singing, and much more. Along with the music that comes through me, the sounds of nature will wash over you too! There will be the sounds of Earth’s music… birds chirping, waves rushing, leaves rustling. The hope is to create sounds that vibe with the different locations as the music and video combined takes participants on a journey far and wide.
-Doors open at 6:30pm-Intention and sharing circle will start at 7:00pm-Sound journey will conclude at 9:15pm-Stick around after for snacks and time for community building
There is a suggested donation of $25-35 for this event, but if funds are a barrier to entry for you, don’t let that stop you from enjoying this releasing, healing, and uplifting community event… just donate whatever you can. Every contribution will help us to keep putting on these events, as we would like for this event to keep happening on a regular basis! Cash, PayPal, and Venmo all accepted. Plants also accepted as payment… no, really! There will plants around the stage to honor Earth’s flora and adding more will only enhance the experience!
Bring anything you might want that will help you to feel present and grounded… a yoga mat/blanket/pillow, water, snacks. The center will have some yoga mats, meditation cushions, and blankets available for borrowing as well.
May we meet and join together in celebration of our home. Nature nurtures and never neglects our essential elements for Earthly existence.
Mitákuye Oyás’iŋ,Jason A. Karol

Mohanji Meditations
2024-10-03 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.

Men's Wisdom Council
2024-10-03 19:00 - 21:00 | 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.

Cacao and SoulDance Journey
2024-10-04 18:30 - 22:00 | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Join us for a Solar Eclipse/New Moon SoulDance journey on Friday, Oct 4th at 6:30 PM at Common Street Spiritual Center.
“..As above, so below…”

All eclipses unveil the hidden in us. Let us prepare for the upcoming Eclipse by raising our awareness, connecting with our body and soul purpose, dancing with open hearts and minds, elevating the consciousness collectively, and calling harmony into our lives.

The program of the evening includes:Opening circle with a Sacred Cacao Ceremony followed by warming up and breathing exercises. We will then dive into the souldance journey and finish with a deep sound healing bath-meditation to integrate all the parts of that special evening and seal all the new downloads that will present themselves through the night.

On the SoundHealing live stage this eclipse we are very happy to collaborate with our old friends – Christine and Bobby of the Awarehouse Liberative Arts who will be guiding us at the end of the journey through a profound sound meditation. Please read more about them https://www.awarehousenyc.com/about.

Doors will open at 6:15 PM. Please be on time for the opening circle at 6:30PM.
Bring a yoga mat, water bottle, and blanket for relaxation. Wear comfortable preferably light or colorful clothes (no black please).
Pay online via TicketLeap: https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/souldance/oct4
OR Venmo @gtur13
Early Bird price – $55 – pay by Oct 1stDoor price – $75
For CSSC Members:Early Bird price- $45 pay by Oct 1stDoor price – $65
Easy to become a member***https://commonstreet.org/how-to-join/
A discounted -“Pay what you can” option is available for a limited number of participants with a lack of funds. Please connect with us to use this option.
Please confirm your attendance and register by Oct 1st. The door price is still valid, but we would appreciate if you reserve your spot a bit in advance.
Thank you.

Intro to Qi Gong
2024-10-05 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
2024-10-05 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

Call of Love Yoga
2024-10-06 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-06 08:30 - 21:30 | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Call of Love
Channeled song and messages from the Divine
Experience channeled sources of Love into song while you relax at the end of a gentle yoga class. Your practice will include guided breathing, chair or mat asana, restorative poses and meditation. Coming home to the oneness in our hearts, we can cultivate a sense of unity that brings us together into wholeness, solace, peace and hope
8:30-9:30, Sundays mornings (except for the last Sunday of the month)
Common Street Spiritual Center Sanctuary
Donations welcome
Cash or Venmo: @Judith-Thapa
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.
You can follow Judy on FB at Varunayoga

Open Circle and Community Brunch
2024-10-06 10:30 - 12:00
On the first Sundays of the month, we combine our Open Circle Gathering with a community potluck brunch.

We gather and connect in a more relaxed, less structured way, yet with threads of meaning and spirituality tying it all together.

You’re welcome, if it would bring you joy, to contribute a food or drink item to share as part of the community brunch. Another option is to bring non-perishable food or toiletry items for our free mini-pantry.

If you’re new to Open Circle, you’re welcome to sign up here so you can be in the loop for future gatherings: https://forms.gle/Aa18ZuGfyy4Nv3gq7

Our community is finding a creative place in the spiritual world, where new forms of spiritual practice, artistic expression, and self-awareness are emerging to support humanity to meet the challenges of our times. We are finding balance within ourselves, making peace across differences, and stepping up to protect the Earth.

We welcome folks of all beliefs and backgrounds to build community with us as we align around a hopeful sense of common purpose. To become a member, please fill out the membership form here: www.commonstreet.org/membership

Open Circle Gathering
2024-10-06 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

Kirtan: East-West
2024-10-06 16:00 - 17:30 | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
A blend of traditional chants with western instrumentation and melodies in a call and response format. An active, effective way to meditate. No previous chanting experience is necessary. All are welcome!
Michael Orlando is kirtan leader, Lisa Leake response leader and Dave Curry on percussion.

Early Morning Prayer
2024-10-07 07:00 - 08:00
Start your week off in alignment. Early morning prayer and scripture readings in the Christian tradition led by Common Street member Deborah Younger-Mitchell. Currently, the group is studying Psalms for Black Lives. All are welcome to come find inspiration, support, and fellowship. This prayer and study group is free and open to the public. 1st and 3rd Mondays.
https://commonstreet.zoom.us/j/92839180266
