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Half-Way Through the Month Already?!

Thu, June 16, 2016 Published by

As time waits for no one, and the month of June is halfway gone, there are still some events to keep on the lookout for:

The Old Spaghetti Factory, Phoenix

The Old Spaghetti Factory, Phoenix

We have lunch trips to Olive Garden and The Old Spaghetti Factory coming up, our monthly birthday party featuring guest entertainer, Rohonda Voht, and our Pet Chat and Blessing.

 

Open Game Room Event

Open Game Room Event

Open Game Room will be taking place on Saturday, June 25th in the Plaza View Lobby from 12-4PM. This is an opportunity for anyone to use the PV Lobby during this time to meet with friends, family or group and play their favorite board games. We are encouraging you to use this space, as it is blocked off for folks so that you do not need to set up a room reservation or find a place that isn’t being used. You can bring a game of your own or choose from our selection. Join in on some good ol’ fun!

Our very first Pet Chat and Blessing takes place on Thursday, June 30th in the Recreation Center from 10:30AM-12:00PM. This is your chance to share unique stories about your pet and how you ended up with your furry friend. We all know that pets turn into family. Why not share that with other pet lovers? A Pet Blessing (upon your request) will be after the chat. Pets are welcome during our chat, but we ask that if you have a cat, having a cat carrier may be best. Otherwise, a picture to share is recommended, but not required.

As Town Hall has been moved to Wednesday, June 29th, I want to remind you that Gregory’s Farmers Market will also be here on this day! Take this time and grab all your fruits and veggies for a great price!

Keep on the lookout for events and outings for July! Trips to the Arizona Science Center, AMC Theater at Westgate, Arrowhead Mall, Adult Coloring and more are all in store! For any questions on upcoming events or if you have a suggestion, stop by or slip a note in the Idea Box located in the Recreation Center. *

Mandalas

Thu, June 16, 2016 Published by
Rev. Mae Hicks, resident, Beatitudes Campus

By Rev. Mae Hicks,
resident, Beatitudes Campus

Mandalas, what are they? The word Mandala means circle. A Mandala represents wholeness, a cosmic diagram reminding us of our relation to infinity, extending beyond and within our bodies and minds. The Mandala appears to us in all aspects of life – the earth, the sun, the moon and more obviously, the circles of life which include friends, family, and communities. Mandalas are circular designs reflecting that life is never ending.  The Hindus were one of the first people to use a Mandala as a spiritual tool.   The Buddhists followed with their creations of Mandalas which sometimes would be shaped in sand. Mandalas are used for meditation purposes allowing the person meditating to become one with God.   Creating a Mandala by coloring or drawing can have significant meaning, no matter one’s religious or spiritual beliefs.    You can symbolize your journey or bring peace to a troubled soul by using the art of coloring or drawing a Mandala.  Let the Mandala absorb all your attention.    Relax, let thoughts and feelings come to you as your hands are coloring the Mandala.

I have used the art of coloring for my meditation and have found it helpful for me.   As I think of our community here at the Beatitudes, I believe it would be good to have a time for prayer and meditation where we gather together in silence and with music for reflection as we do Mandalas and let God speak to us. Beginning Friday, July 1st at 9:00AM in Boardroom West, I invite you to join me to learn more about Mandalas and to begin to enjoy coloring and creating in a time of meditation, reflection, and friendship.  We will meet every Friday at 9 AM for an hour.  Materials will be provided for the first session and then information about where to purchase your own coloring book. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to call me, Rev. Mae Hicks (x5047) or Chaplain Peggy (x6109).

 

Photo from Drepung Gomang Monastery, courtesy National Geographic