Celebration of Spirit

CELEBRATION OF SPIRIT:

COMPASSION 

I'm so pleased that Rev Judy and Rev Glenda will be talking at the Celebration of Spirit on the topic of compassion. Recent events in the world make this topic so important. I hope you are able to join her and "Leo's Team" at Common Ground this month. Barbara and I will be thinking about you all...in India.

Challenging the frightened parts of personality creates compassion. It changes one’s experience of self and others. The loving parts of personality are compassionate, and the frightened parts are not. Compassion means caring about self and others enough to see the sources of pain, to heal the frightened parts, and cultivate the loving parts. Shouting when angry is an unconscious choice. Having random unprotected sex is an unconscious choice. Feeding addictions and compulsions is an unconscious choice. Compassion is not obsessive, compulsive or addictive. It is appropriate.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30TH @ 7PM

"ACTING WITH COMPASSION"

LOCATED AT:

COMMON GROUND

14051 Newport Ave

Tustin, CA 92780

For more information please call John @ 714.224.6184

Looking forward to seeing you at Celebration of Spirit!

Available NOW - Southern California Home

I shall be away from my California home on Saturday, September 22nd until Sunday, October 6th. If you are able to rent my home on a short notice this is a great time to see Los Angeles, Hollywood, Santa Monica, Malibu and Orange County or Disneyland and Universal Studios.

As a reminder, the house is walking distance to the beach and centrally located in Los Angeles. It truly is a central spot to experience all that there is to offer here in Southern California.

The rates to rent my house are $250.00 per night. Price ALSO includes the use of of my Mercedes 430S. Remember, it never rains in Southern California!

I shall also be away October 30th - November 9th and December 17th - January 4th, 2013
Escape the rain, snow and cold winds and enjoy the many places to visit in sunny California. Contact Michael for further information: or call 562-494-2900.

Rev Leo

Common Ground

Many of you know I'm an Associate Minister at Common Ground here in Tustin, California where on the last Sunday of each month, I conduct the morning service on the same day that I do the evening Celebration of Spirit.

Many recovering people are looking for a safe church or community that fits their Twelve Step program; Common Ground is the place. Common Ground  sees itself as a spiritual community that welcomes everyone.  A sacred space that celebrates the divinity that exists in the Universe and also in you and me.   Whether it be the morning service or evening talk, you will not hear a sermon about damnation but a message of encouragement that affirms Joy, Possibility and Hope.  Nobody is made or expected to believe anything, rather we are invited to bring our gifts to the Fellowship.  People celebrating One Spirit.  What a concept!  Indeed, you couldn't meet nicer ministers than Rev Judy and Rev Glenda, they both share a ministry based upon inclusive love.

At Celebration of Spirit, I will discuss the process and steps required for growth in recovery and how to maintain a healthy, happy and yes, a sober life!  

Evening Talk

The last Sunday of each month at 7:00pm

Music by Scott St Louis, Spiritual Reading, Meditations, Inspirational Talk, Refreshments and Social gathering
 

LOCATED AT:

 Common Ground

14051 Newport Ave

Tustin, CA 92780

714.573.2540

Driving Directions Available At

www.embracehumanity.com   

Childcare is available: please contact Barbara Derry at 562.243.4209

Hope to see you,

Rev Leo