This December at ElderPride!
December Overview
There is a spark of pure Life – wholeness – within us all.
Our focused intention for December, is to focus on this idea and learn how to let it be the reference point for what we do in the world, for how we live our lives as elders in the LGBTQ+ community. We will focus on embracing the idea that within each and every one of us is a light. A light ignited by something bigger than us. Something that many would call Spirit.
Ernest Holmes said, "The spark which burns at the center of our own soul is caught from the living and eternal flame of Spirit." (SOM 414.3)
That said: Our charge is to recognize, nurture, and express this Divine spark of wholeness. We kindle this flame by living from our own Divine Center, recognizing it in others, working for it in our community and in the world, and looking to our allies, advocates, and co-conspirators, who have come into our lives for a reason, a season, or a life time. They are indeed our great way-showers to inspire and guide us. Ignite that spark within you. Here are someways we think you might be inspired and empowered to live your life fully and with out apology.
SageTalks with Rev. Jack Elliott
SageTalks with Rev. Jack (RJ)
You will find 2 SageTalks (think Ted Talks) with our Spiritual Director, Jack Elliott. These talks were taped at Heart and Soul Center of Light and we think you’ll benefit from the wisdom, inspiration and motivation that “RJ” offers in his unique storytelling fashion.
Living Out Loud. Speaking of living out loud...
Living Out Loud - Study Guide
Also available is the Living Out Loud Study Guide for December 2023. Living Out Loud is our mantra for aging forward with grace and ease. This study guide is a tool to provoke your understanding of how your life got to be the way that it is; it also offers insights for understanding how to get from where you are, to where you want to be in life. The course is free. It’s content is inspired by the Centers for Spiritual Living’s Global Heart Theme for December 2023. The course is self-paced so it’s easy to incorporated it into your daily spiritual practice.
Rev. Jack Live - December 24th
Join us December 24th!
If you’d like to hear RJ speak live, then you are invited to join him on December 24, 2023 at 10:00 a.m.
He will be speaking at Heart and Soul Center of Light. Doors open at 9:45 a.m. PT.
Address: 5811 Racine Street, Oakland, CA.
Or, if you can't join us in person, watch the live stream broadcast on Zoom, YouTube, or Facebook Live.
For more information about Heart and Soul, click on RJ's photo or
visit www.heartsoulcenter.org.
The ElderPride Podcast
Join usfor a special series starting December 9th
Happy Holidays to All!
Holiday Well Wishes
as 2023 comes to a close we acknowledge that the holidays can be a tough time for many of us. Know that we are holding you and yours in in the light and love that you deserve. We believe it is the season of gratitude. Gratitude for all the gifts received this year, and for all the lessons learned and insights gained over the past several months. We invite you to join us in the New year as we celebrate the allies, advocates and co-conspirators that have lovingly guide us along the way. We wish you the happiest of holidays however you celebrate them. And, we wish you a very happy new year! Come join us in making 2024 the best yar ever! – ElderPride
This us ElderPride
A CSL Focus Ministry Serving the Elders in the LGBTQ+ Community.
Founded in 2019 and officially officiated with the Centers for Spiritual Living (csl.org) as a Focus Ministry in 2020, ElderPride Incorporated launched a ministry to serve the elders in the LGBTQ+ community.
Our virtual ministry welcome all faith traditions held by our members as we offer tools for aging forward with grace and ease. At ElderPride, we believe in love and that love enables us to move from where we are to where we want to be in life.
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Rev. Jack Elliott (RJ) is our founding, spiritual director. Elizabeth (Betty) Harris, RScP is our licensed Practitioner who oversees our Adult Education Programs.
We are governed by a a Leadership Council.
Avery James, Board President
Janis Richman, RScP, Vice president
Elisabeth (Betty) Harris, RScP Treasurer
Rev. Jack Elliott, Chair & Recording Secretary
Trustees: Dr. Saundria Jennings, Jamie Powers, MFT, and Thomas Duvall.
Adult Education at ElderPride
In 2023, ElderPride will offer a series of academic classes, workshops and certificated courses to support our communities growth and spiritual development. We'll be announce our next class soon!
Watch this space!
Life Coaching with REv. Jack Elliott
Spiritual Life Coaching Sessions
Rev. Jack is available by appointment to assist you to breakthrough, go-around, or rise above any challenges you are facing. Contact us to book your free 30-minute introductory appointment. Most appointments are via Zoom or phone.