Open Spirit ~ A New Thought Community
Len Laviolette
SUNDAY MORNINGS
9:00 - 9:45 AM Creating a Prosperity Consciousness
9:50 -10:30 AM  Centering Meditation

ANNUAL CHURCH PICNIC
Sunday September 5 after the service.
Location:  The Applegate’s
Bring a dish to share and enjoy fun and fellowship in beautiful surroundings.
For more information call the church:  (503) 206-8027

Alcoholics Anonymous - Weekly Meeting - Tuesdays @ 7:00 p.m.

WOMEN'S CIRCLE
First Saturday of each Month
Sharing and discussion time - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Potluck lunch 12:00 pm
Creative creations, learn new skills and share projects 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Contacts:  Cathi Condon 503-307-4594, cathicondon@ouropenspirit.org
Elana Manderfield, elanamanderfield@ouropenspirit.org

REFLECTIONS -
A weekly discussion of the Sunday message on Sundays 12:15-12:45p.m.
Hosted by:  Rev. Robin Ryan

MENS GROUP - “The Brotherhood”

Join this dynamic gathering of men the second and fourth Sunday after the service for
an hour long time of sharing and growth.

Let us all know that Spirit is activating our lives with the best of all possibilities, opening
our channels at all levels, bringing us greater understanding, wisdom, harmonious
health and joy. And, let us all remember that... WE ARE - THE BROTHERHOOD

DRUMMING CIRCLE

3RD  Friday of each month
7:00 p.m. - At the church

No experience is necessary for this opportunity to join In the sacred sounds of
drumming.  Please bring an Instrument if you have one.  If not, that is fine also.

Game Night at Open Spirit

Last Saturday of every month ~

A fun night to make friends and get a dose of healthy laughter.
Bring snacks.

See Nancy Zimmer on Sunday for more information or email her at:
nancyzimmer@ouropenspirit.org

SPIRITUAL CIRCLE  

Join us for our informal version of "Spiritual Graduate School".
An experience of learning, meditation and reflection.

The second Thursday of each month at Open Spirit Community.

A light supper (6:15 until 7:00) is followed by a meditation.
For more information email Chuck Willis at
chuck.willis@comcast.net

Does the Glass Slipper Fit, Family Ties That Bind.  

Thursday Evening, 7-9 PM, August 19, 26 & September 2,16, 23
Location: Open Spirit Center
Contact:  Rev. Julie Applegate

How to deal with family relationships is a problem that most people never solve.
We will use a book by Ronald Richarson, Family Ties That Bind as a guide in this class.
This book uses Family of Origin therapy techniques as a basis for you to improve those
relationships and your own sense of self-esteem.

What makes it so difficult to be myself with my family?
How is my relationship with my spouse affected by how my family acted when I was a
child?
Will my parents still love me if I let them know my real feelings?
How has my birth order and my gender affected my personality?  
Why do I always feel rejected when my partner disagrees with me?
How can I change the way I react?
What role does my family history play in my life?
How can I improve my communication skills?

Step-by-step exercises show how to make contact with “lost” family members, how to
interview relatives to develop a clearer picture of how each member fits into the family
tree and how to find different and better ways of dealing with family relationships.
2009 Newsletter
Events at Open Spirit