Revised Events

Sunlight of the Spirit Celebrates 3 Years
Jennifer Bundey Art on Display through July

To help us celebrate our 3 year anniversary, one of our favorite artists, Jennifer Bundey, brought an array of her amazing Colors for the Soul collection of paintings, prints, cards and bookmarks for an artist reception on June 12th. If you weren't able to join us for this fun event, don't miss Jennifer's collection of original paintings on display through July. Click here to view Jennifer's Color for the Soul collection or come in and view them up close and personal!

Sound Healing and Tibetan Singing Bowls

Saturday July 17^th 2:30pm

This class will focus on the healing power of sound to help balance physical, emotional and mental energy and deepen your connection to spirit. The facilitator, Jan Polin, is an Audiometrist, who has worked with Tibetan singing bowls for over 30 years and has studied with the Dalai Lama & several Tibetan Rimpoches. Explore the history and spiritual symbols of Himalayan singing Bowls and learn ancient techniques to relax the body/mind, enhance meditation, and bring balance to manifest your positive life path. Cost: $15. Class participants receive 10% off the purchase of a singing bowl the day of class.

Magical Housekeeping - Simple Charms & Practical Tips for Creating a Harmonious Home
Book Signing & mini-workshop with author Tess Whitehurst

Thursday, August 12th - 6-7:30 PM

Create a home that shines with positive energy and watch your dreams come true. Whether you live in a tiny apartment, a mansion, or anything in between, your home has the potential to nourish your soul and uplift your spirit. In this fun, FREE book signing and mini-workshop, feng shui consultant and intuitive counselor Tess Whitehurst will reveal how your home can be a powerful catalyst for personal transformation and manifestation. What others say about Magical Housekeeping: “Filled with valuable information and ancient wisdom to activate sparkling energy and create true sacred space in your home. I recommend it!” -Denise Linn, Author of Sacred Space. Click here for flyer. To learn more about the author go to www.tesswhitehurst.com

Tibetan & Chinese Healing Meditations

Saturday August14^th 2:30pm
Discover the potential for profound healing found in the ancient practice of Tibetan and Chinese meditation. Studies have found that when practiced on a consistent basis these meditation techniques can bring about remarkable healing of the mind/body/spirit. Facilitated by Jan Polin, a practicing Buddhist for over 30 years, who has studied with the Dalai Lama and taught at the University of Taipei in Taiwan. Cost: $15

Stretch & Surrender – Yoga Workshop & Book Signing

Saturday, Sept. 18th 10:30am Workshop & 2pm book Talk/Signing

Join Annalisa Cunningham, author of "Healing Addiction with Yoga" and "Gentle Yoga for Healing Mind, Body, and Spirit" for a special yoga workshop geared to those in 12 step recovery. The workshop will include gentle yoga postures, focused breath awareness, positive affirmations, healing visualizations, deep relaxation, meditation, and journal writing exercises designed to help work a program. Emphasis is placed upon honesty, trust, acceptance, forgiveness, self worth and surrender to a Higher Power. All levels of fitness & flexibility are welcome, including people with injury or illness. The compassion of yoga is adaptive to all. Click here to learn more about Annalisa. Cost is $25. Class is limited to 12 participants. Preregistration required. Come in or call (916) 440-1533 to register.

Ongoing Events

Body Prayer, SoulCollage, Sabbath Prayer & Spiritual Retreats

These events are offered by Margie Will, Director of Franciscan Living Urban Center for Spirituality, which is co-located with Sunlight of the Spirit. For more information or to register for these events click on this website link or call Margie Will at (916) 718-4797.

Free T'ai Chi Chih Practice - Sundays 11:30am

T'ai Chi Chih is a moving meditation based on the principles of Chi Kung. It soothes the body, comforts the mind and nurtures the soul. Students who practice T'ai Chi Chih often experience serenity, regulation of blood pressure, improved balance and concentration, to name just a few positive results. This free 1 hour practice is facilitated by Elizabeth Ebrahimzadéh. She trained with renowned instructor Sandy McAlister, who for decades has worked in collaboration with Justin Stone, the originator of T'ai Chi Chih. Click here to download flyer.

Open Recovery Meetings

AA 11th Step Meditation Meeting - Wednesdays 6-7pm
Overeaters Anonymous Meeting - Fridays 5:30-6:30pm
Crystal Meth Anonymous - Sundays 3:30-4:30pm