CALENDAR OF PROJECTS AND EVENTS

Odyssey Hospice & Grove City UMC - “DINE and SHARE”  

4th Monday of each Month. Click here for more information.

Registration is now open for the 2012 Union of Psychology and Spirituality Retreat

March 2-3 at Mohican State Park Lodge. There will be 12 CE's offered, including 3 for ethics. 

Learn more about the Retreat and register: http://www.ohpsych.org/spiritualityretreat.aspx 

The Union of Psychology and Spirituality Retreat is offered for psychologists, pastoral counselors, other mental health professionals, clergy and all individuals who share an interest in the overlapping realms of psychology and spirituality. The intent is to bring together people who will speak openly about their beliefs and practices and will actively participate in their own learning and growth. The programming is designed for participants at all levels of knowledge and psychological and spiritual development. No particular religious tradition is endorsed by the program and during past retreats, leaders have presented from Buddhist, Hindu, Christian and non-religious spiritual traditions. Three concurrent programs will be offered on Friday afternoon from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday morning and Saturday afternoon, ending at 4 p.m. A movement workshop will be Friday night after dinner, followed by a fireside chat. All the Retreat programs emphasize active discussion and participation rather than lecture only. There will also be time set aside for meditation throughout the event. Attendees are strongly encouraged to stay overnight to fully benefit from the experience. There will be ample opportunities for social interaction.

Participants will leave with the following: 1) A better understanding of how the science of psychology and the forms of spiritual experience inform and complement one another; 2) Having learned and practiced exercises and activities which are designed to contribute to personal and spiritual growth; and, 3) An expanded perspective on who we are and what we have in common.

Ohio Psychological Association
395 East Broad Street #310 | Columbus, OH 43215
P: 614-224-0034 | F: 614-224-2059

The Spirituality Network, Inc.
Assisting those who thirst for spiritual growth.
614-228-8867
www.spiritualitynetwork.org

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As you probably know by now, 2-12-2012 will be memorable. On that day we the citizens of Ohio will gather to express our heart-felt support for Marriage Equality. During this historic "Freedom to Love, Freedom to Marry" event,

• we will listen to speakers whose passion for justice will re-kindle ours and
• we will rededicate ourselves to our partners and the proposition that all human beings are created equal.

This event is co-sponsored by many great organizations including Equality Ohio, BRAVO, Stonewall Columbus and many religious institutions.

How can you help?


1) Become an organizational or individual co-sponsor for the event. All contributions are tax-deductible and net proceeds will benefit Equality Ohio Education Fund. Restaurants and bakers are invited to donate food items. We hope to have a nice reception! (the co-sponsorship form and in-kind donation forms are here).
and/or
2) Spread the word! Share the good news of this event (please use the flyer--attached to this email and on the website) and/or
3) RSVP on facebook here.

And of course plan on being at First UU on February 12 at 4 pm.

Blessings,The Gay Straight Alliance and 
of First UU Church and our coalition partners

For questions, please contact Bob (614-313-7158) or Ray (614-594-3230) or uugsaevent@gmail.com.

The following announcement is from our friends at the Martin de Porres Center. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact them directly: 614-416-1910 or via email: martindeporres@oppeace.org

An evening of reflection with four different voices from religious traditions seeking mutual understanding and respect, focusing on forgiveness and compassion as a way to peace in a diverse world 

Forgiveness and Compassion as a Way to Peace in a Diverse World 

An Interfaith Panel of Promoters of Peace 

Tuesday, February 28, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m

At The Martin de Porres Center, 2330 Airport Drive, Columbus, OH 43219 

Suggested donation is $5.00

Please register by February 24, online: www.martindeporrescenter.net or by phone: 614-416-1910

Join this conversation drawn from the traditions, teachings, and experiences of Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and the Sikh faith. A panel of members from each of these traditions will share from their respective scriptures, customs, and actions. Discussion will be open to all. Panelists will include: 

• Dr. Tarunjit Singh Butalia, is president of Interfaith Association of Central Ohio and secretary of Dublin-based Sikh Educational and Religious Foundation.

• Father Ron Atwood is a Roman Catholic priest in the Diocese of Columbus, currently serving as pastor of St. Francis of Assisi parish in Victorian Village.

• Dr. John Kashubek, an Emergency Medicine physician, is vice-president of the Interfaith Association of Central Ohio and is an active member of the Muslim community.

• Rabbi Yosef Zylberberg is a progressive rabbi with 27 years’ experience serving Jewish communities across the United States. 

The Spirituality Network, Inc.
Assisting those who thirst for spiritual growth.
614-228-8867
www.spiritualitynetwork.org 

Metropolitan Area Church Board

P.O. Box 1175

Columbus, Ohio 43216

Phone: 614-668-6036

Fax: 866-434-9936

Email: church_council@yahoo.com  www.churchcouncilofcolumbus.org