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Spiritual Pathways of Same Sex Love Workshop

Sponsoring or Presenting Organization: Hollyhock Education Centre
Date: July 21 - 25, 2010
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location: Hollyhock
Address: Cortes Island

Victor Wiebe, Nancy Monson and I are very excited to let you know about a workshop that we are offering called ˇ§The Spiritual Pathways of Same Sex Loveˇ¨ this July 21 ˇV 25, 2010 at the Hollyhock Retreat Center on Cortes Island in British Columbia, Canada. The course is open to members of the Gay Lesbian Bi-sexual Transgender (GLBT) communities and to friends and families of these communities. Please share this information with friends, family, and anyone who is interested in exploring the topics of spirituality and sexuality.

The Spiritual Pathways of Same Sex Love:

There is a longing for deeper relationship with spirituality. Individuals in same sex relationship and the GLBT communities have unique roles, pathways and desires for soulful connections. In this dynamic and interactive workshop explore:

„« Questions of who have you been, who are you now, and who are you becoming in the integration of your sexuality and your spiritual path.
„« Causes of separation and wounding around sexuality and spirituality.
„« The various roles and archetypes of GLBT including the walker between worlds, keepers of beauty, the ones who go ahead, outsiders, and caregivers to name a few.
„« The heart connections, pathways and practices to reconnect the separation of ones sexual identity and soul identity.
„« The importance of community and community building.
„« New visions and maps for the integration of sexuality and spirituality.

These and many other topics will be explored and enhanced through story telling, meditations, spiritual practices from different traditions, artwork, song, play, humour and dance.

This workshop is designed for members of the GLBT communities, people in same sex relationships, individuals who are interested in same sex relationships and spirituality, and friends and families of these communities who desire a greater understanding and appreciation of same sex love and spirituality.

Workshop Leaders: Bruce Sandy, M.P.A., PCC, CPCC, is a teacher, spiritual guide, coach, relationship and team facilitator, and writer.

Victor Wiebe, B.A., BEd, is a teacher, spiritual guide, counsellor, a hospice trainer and facilitator, and tender of gardens.

Nancy Monson, M.A., M.B.A.,CPCC, is a teacher, spiritual guide, coach, relationship and team facilitator. Nancy, Bruce and Victor are certified in spiritual guidance and coaching and have specialized training and extensive experience in transpersonal and Jungian psychology.

To register for this workshop call 800-933-6339 or go to www.hollyhock.ca For more information on the course go to www.hollyhock.ca/cms/index.cfm?Group_ID=4520 or contact Bruce Sandy at bsandy@shaw.ca or 866-461-8789 or Nancy Monson at nancy@nancymonsoncoaching.com


 

Ongoing Programs

Sponsoring or Presenting Organization: Vancouver Island PWA Society

VIPWAS offers a variety of programs to people living with HIV in the Victoria area. Included are:

  • Act Up! - Theatre games for HIV+ people
  • Mindful Meditation - a bi-weekly meditation group
  • The Circle - a healing circle facilitated by the Native Friendship Centre
  • Run for your Life! - a weekly running group
  • Philosopher's Cafe - a weekly discussion group on different topics
  • A Walk in the Park - family friendly gentle walking group
  • Pamper Yourself - a monthly pampering session for women only
  • Drop in - daily drop in to meet and talk

    Ticket Information: no charge

    Additional Information: check the website http://www.vpwas.com/ or call the office at 250-382-7927 for more information.


     

    Queer Parents Family Group

    Sponsoring or Presenting Organization: Fairfield Gonzales Community Association
    Location: Fairfield Community Place
    Address: 1330 Fairfield Road
    Date: 3rd Saturday of each month (call/email to confirm); 3:30-5:30pm
    NEW PROGRAM: Queer Parents Family Group For Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual/Transgendered/Transexual families
    Join us Saturday afternoons once a month at our group sessions to play, do crafts and share family time in a safe and positive community environment. Parents/families of all ages are welcome. A meaningful opportunity to learn and share our journey through all stages of parenting and building community connections. Please bring a snack to share.
    Group meets monthly, usually the third Saturday from 3:30-5:30pm at the Fairfield Community Place. No charge, no RSVP required (drop-in).
    For more specific details contact Ro Fife at 250-382-4604