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Classes - Current Classes, Workshops & Events
Classes are offered in-person, and workshops, in-person or via Zoom.
HOLISTIC HEALTH & HEALING EXPO: Bringing Integrative Health and Conscious Living to Life
Sunday, March 1, 2026
Please join us at the Double Tree, 2349 Marlton Pike West, Cherry Hill, where our minister-practitoners will be offering prayer. We will join exhibitors from all over our area who promote holistic health and wellness, mindfulness, and spirituality from 11 am - 5 pm. The Expo’s mission is “to empower individuals to adopt healthier lifestyles for themselves and the planet. We are committed to educating communities about the latest advancements in natural health and sustainability, inspiring them to lead more balanced and fulfilling lives”. Go to www.hhhexpo.com to register for your complimentary early-bird pass.
POSTPONED UNTIL TUESDAY MARCH 3RD, DUE TO SNOWFALL CONDITIONS
FRIENDS OF JOYFUL GATHERING - WOMEN’S GROUP REIMAGINED - ALL ARE WELCOME
Please join us for engaging presentations & discussions about topics of interest, followed by time to enjoy refreshments and one another’s company. Optional - bring a snack to share. A warm thank you to Maryanne Border for graciously welcoming us into her home!
WHEN & WHERE: Tuesday, MARCH 3RD at the home of Maryanne Borden from 6:30 - 8:00 pm
OUR TOPIC: An Evening Celebrating Love, facilitated by: Maryanne Borden
Come share a story or two from your life—a moment, place, or unexpected encounter when you felt the presence of love. Whether deeply transformative or simply joyful and light-hearted, all experiences are warmly welcome. Please wear something red.
LIMITED TO 12 PEOPLE. PLEASE CONTACT MARIANNE DIRECTLY TO PARTICIPATE IF YOU HAVE NOT PREVIOUSLY SIGNED UP.
“A SEASON FOR NONVIOLENCE”
January 30th - April 4th
The Season for Nonviolence begins on January 30, 2026. Season for Nonviolence was established by Arun Gandhi, Mohandas Gandhi's grandson, as a yearly event celebrating the philosophies and lives of Mohandas Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. The "season" begins with the anniversary of Mohandas Gandhi's assassination on January 30 and ends with the anniversary of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s assassination on April 4. It is anchored by a mission statement of principles and commitments by participants toward living in a nonviolent way. This international event honors their vision for an empowered, nonviolent world.
Observing the daily affirmations practice is a powerful way to heal, transform, and empower our lives and our communities. All who are called forth in Spirit to live the principles of nonviolence in themselves, their daily lives, their community, and in the world, are invited to dedicate these 64 days to universal spiritual practices for peace and nonviolence.
THE WORK OF BECOMING: AWAKENING BEYOND THE SELF-IMAGE WORKSHOP
DATE: Tuesday, March 17th
TIME: 7:00 - 8:30 pm EST (PLEASE NOTE THE START TIMES: 7:00 PM - EST; 5:00 PM - MT)
FACILITATOR: Rev. Dr. Robert Brezinski
LOCATION: via Zoom
COST: $20.00
Spiritual growth does not come from better answers.
It comes from learning how to dwell more honestly within the questions.
This 90-minute experiential workshop introduces participants to the practice of Meditative InquiryTM — a contemplative process designed to deepen self-awareness, dissolve inner resistance, and open access to inner guidance and clarity.
Rather than striving for improvement, participants will be gently guided toward presence. Rather than trying to become someone new, participants will be supported in uncovering what is already true.
This gathering will include:
· Guided meditative inquiry
· Reflective spiritual exploration
· Gentle contemplative practice
· Space for integration and personal insight
No prior experience required. Only willingness.
Rev. Dr. Robert Brzezinski is the Spiritual and Creative Director of the New Thought Media Network and a respected leader in the global New Thought movement, serving on the boards of the Affiliated New Thought Network, the International New Thought Alliance, and Emerson Theological Institute. Passionate about the evolving spiritual landscape, he views virtual ministry as a powerful form of spiritual activism. As a dynamic leader, speaker, coach, and visionary consultant, Dr. Robert shares New Thought principles in innovative, accessible, and paradigm-shifting ways—guiding others to live with intention, purpose, and possibility.
Learn more at www.revbrz.com and explore the network at www.ntmedia.org or YouTube.com/NewThoughtMediaNetwork.
THE SPIRITUALITY OF AGING CLASS: Becoming an Enlightened Elder
DATES: Thursdays, April 19th - May 28th (no class 4/30 or 5/14), 6 weeks
TIME: 6:30 - 8:30 pm
FACILITATOR: Rev. Joleen Benedict
LOCATION: at the home of Rev. Dr. Margaret
COST: $120.00 (purchase book separately) plus $15.00/workbook
BOOK: The Spiritual Path of Aging by JoAnn Levitt
A New Paradigm of Enlightened Elderhood
We are all acquainted with the negative images and beliefs of Elderhood—those people who have entered the life stage of “Senior Citizenship.” However, a new paradigm has been afloat for several decades now, promoting a new vision of Elderhood that encompasses a time of continued flourishing, learning, growth, creativity, and purposeful activity. This time of life is an opportunity to glean and harvest wisdom that has been gained from one’s life experience, as well as diving deeper and expanding further in one’s spirituality and connection to the Divine or Source, being consciously aware of drawing nearer to returning to Source. An Enlightened Elder is one who, while continuing to “do” in the world, comes primarily from a place of “Sacred Beingness.” Elderhood is a time of savoring life with all of its richness, taking in the goodness of creation and of one’s remaining time on Earth.
In this class, we will claim our Enlightened Elderhood through a deeply meaningful and interactive process of harvesting our wisdom, identifying the ways in which the joys and challenges of aging can transform our ongoing spiritual evolution.
RADICAL ACCEPTANCE WORKSHOP
DATE: Tuesday, April 21st
TIME: 7:00 - 8:30 pm
FACILITATOR: Rev. Dr. Martha Creek
LOCATION: via Zoom
COST: $20.00
“Radical Acceptance does not mean liking everything—it means not fighting reality… (It) means accepting this moment as is”.
Our suffering comes from resisting “what is”. Resistance keeps us bound to fear and struggle. When we acknowledge what is present — our feelings, circumstances, and truths — allow our grief, uncertainty, and imperfection to exist without shame — we step into a clarity and freedom from which arises wisdom, compassion, and the ability to respond more skillfully and authentically to life. Life does not become perfect, but we can learn to stand fully present within it, open, grounded, and free to choose our next step.
“The boundary to what we can accept is the boundary of our freedom.”
LUNCH AROUND THE WORLD
Connect with, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow community members on the 3rd Sunday of the month at 1:00 pm after the fellowship that follows service. Reserve your Seat in advance by the preceding Friday of each month’s date. Hosted by Laurel Guenther (laurel6960@yahoo.com).
OUR NEXT DATE : March 15th: Mulligan’s, 1208 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn, NJ 08107. Reserve your seat by March 13th. Hosted by Laurel Guenther.
WOMEN’S GROUP
A once-a-month happening where we will enjoy engaging presentations about various topics of interest and one another’s company. Participants are invited to bring a refreshment to share.
STAY TUNED FOR INFORMATION ABOUT OUR NEXT MEETING
Limited to the first 12 people who sign up. Please use the sign-up sheet at service.
OUR SPIRITUAL WEDNESDAY PROGRAM INCLUDES MEDITATION, LIVING THE SCIENCE OF
MIND DISCUSSIONS, POWER OF EIGHT, MOVIE NIGHTS & SPECIAL TOPICS
SUCH AS LAW OF ATTRACTION, KABBALAH, & NATIVE AMERICAN STUDIES,
AS WELL AS HEALING SOUNDS & MUSIC AMONG OTHER OFFERINGS
Join with like-minded community members and align weekly with clarity, peace and love.
Accreditation: Joyful Gathering Spiritual Center is an Affiliate Center of the Emerson Theological Institute, with headquarters in Oakhurst, California. Emerson Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Commission International for Schools, Colleges and Theological Seminaries, which has its executive offices in Beebe, Arkansas, and currently accredits 212 schools in six countries, including the United States.
This is a church-related accreditation. Students taking Emerson Institute classes must not assume that credits taken through it will be accepted by private schools, colleges, universities, businesses or governmental agencies. Prior to taking classes, students are advised to check with their school districts, businesses and other institutions to determine if Emerson Institute credits will be accepted. Emerson Institute is recognized by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education as being a church school teaching a specific belief system and is, therefore, permitted under the laws of California to offer degrees in religious studies and divinity.
