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Interdependence

2023, Annual work, CANADA , D, K, O, T56, Toronto

This work delves into interdependence interdependence from different angles and with creative contributions, which approach the topic in a variety of ways: poems, examples, images, references to relevant authors, and questions for reflection. The contributions clearly illustrate our interdependence with nature, society, and the Universe, and the urgency of being aware of the power of this interconnectedness, and of living it in today’s world.

Reading of “The Good Road”

2023, Annual work, K, New York , S, T30, USA

A reading of Teachings from “The Good Road,” written by Santiago Bovisio, and read by the members of Table 30, Solitary Knights of New York.

Making A Living in Community Life

Annual work, K, O, T15, Tivoli , USA

A History of how we earned our living as a Community

Shared Spiritual Experiences

2023, Annual work, D, K, Miami , O, T82, USA

The members of Table 82 of Miami chose some questions from Annex H 2022 as a starting-point to reflect on them. Each contribution is a compilation of the experiences lived by each Son and Daughter.

Reflections on Death

2023, Annual work, D, O, T2, USA , Yorktown Heights

The year 2023 brought us face to face with the Becoming (el devenir). So many of our close spiritual companions passed on, including our beloved Sr Jorge. These are reflections on this experience as lived by the community of Yorktown.

Translation of the Course: Postures

2023, Annual work, Columbus , D, O, P, S, T109, USA

Basic translation by comparing the original version in Spanish (“Las Posturas”, 2012) to its translation into English, and updating the latter to make it easier to read and understand.

How do we generate Interdependence in our daily life and in Cafh?

2023, Annual work, D, Dsl, New York , S, T186, T88, USA , Washington

This work focuses on a few salient points from this year’s teachings. The presentation includes quotes from Annual Mission, Messages, Addresses and Courses, inspiring texts, questions and a worksheet that can be used during meditation or as an activity to assist in unfolding. The compilation of the slides flows naturally, showing the interconnection between the teachings.

Meditations in pictures

2023, Annual work, Dsl, Houston , Mdn, S, T194, T225, USA

Meditation photographs

Interest in Cafh

2022, Annual work, D, K, Mdn, P, T226, USA , Wildomar

Personal reflections on ways to engage with people outside of Cafh to stimulate interest in the organization

Spiritual Frustration

2022, Annual work, Dsl, Houston , Mdn, P, S, T194, T225, USA

Our encounter with spiritual frustration

Reflections on Meditation and the Method

2022, Annual work, CANADA , D, Dsl, K, P, Pg, S, T131, T97, Toronto

The members make their personal contributions on one of two options: (a) Meditation practices and (b) specific chapters from the Method. The work highlights the relevance of Meditation to keep us focused on our spiritual path, and offers examples Meditation types and Themes, illustrated with inspiring images. As regards option (b), there is a contribution on Chapter 5th-Journeys, with some recommendations for upating, and another one on Ch. 11th-The Teaching, particularly its “oral” character, which makes learning fluid and alive.

Reflections on the rule and the Method

2022, Annual work, Chicago, D, Mdn, P, T91, USA

The task of studying the Rule, and more specifically the Method, provided an opportunity to examine the Path of Cafh from an historical perspective. This perspective is explored both in a personal and socio-cultural context.

Deepening Connections and Awareness While Studying the Rule

2022, Annual work, Boston , D, Dsl, S, T186, T88, T90, USA , Washington , Yorktown Heights

Group reflections on the Rule of Cafh

Living the Spirit of the Rule of Cafh

2022, Annual work, D, K, Miami , O, T82, USA

Inspired by the study of the Rule of Cafh, the members share their individual reflections on the Rule, and the ways in which they connect with its spirit. The revision and updating of the Rule should go hand in hand with the updating of our own way of living. In this way, we can make Renouncement evident, as it is the answer to the needs of the world, the souls and the new generations.

Reflections on the Rule

2022, Annual work, CANADA , D, K, O, T56, Toronto

Commentaries and suggestions to understand the rule and modify it wisely.

REFLECTIONS ON THE STUDY OF THE RULE

2022, Annual work, D, K, New York , O, T32, USA

Year-long study and discussions about the Rule of Cafh.

Going Deeper Into the Rule of Cafh

2022, Annual work, D, New York , P, S, T30, T36, USA

The different contributions focus on how the Rule helps us to develop spirituality, move forward on the path, and provide wisdom for the world. The work explores the usefulness of D. Bohm’s Dialogue; the gifts of the Method; aging as a spiritual journey; the meaning of renouncement and attitudes towards death. There are also reflections on Providential Economy and the work on relationships.

Our work in Cafh

2022, Annual work, K, New York , S, T30, USA

Individual reflections about being a member of Cafh.

Cafh and My Spiritual Path So Far

2022, Annual work, K, New York , S, T30, USA

Contemplation and reflections on the spiritual path.

Conversation Round

2021, BRASIL , Brasília , Mdn, S, T41

Monthly meetings to talk among friends, with young people presenting Cafh to young people. The project gathers Cafh members and their sons and daughters, who get organized to talk about the possibilities offered by Cafh.

Meditating Together

2021, BRASIL , D, Extension Activities, S, T112, Vitória

Cycles of 10 meetings to work on the Meditation technique. The aim is to deepen self-knowledge and expand the capacity to love, experiencing the symbology of the Soul’s Journey.

Creating the Teachings on Freedom and Responsibility

2021, Annual work, D, Dsl, K, Mdn, Pg, S, T226, USA , Wildomar

In this AW the members wrote very thoughtful and candid reflections on the process of creating the Teachings on Freedom and Responsibility. For the most part the members were initially overwhelmed or apprehensive about this task and felt that perhaps they could not measure up to the task. Some of them trace the change in their feelings about this work as the year progressed. The general sentiment expressed in their reflections was that they benefited a great deal from this approach to the course on Freedom and Responsibility. The overall gist of what they wrote was a description of their evolution from fear and apprehension to joy and confidence.
The reflections were accompanied by the 1) Annual Plans each of the two groups prepared, 2) sample teachings and 3) a list of references.

Our Garden, Wisdom from the Greater Community

2021, Annual work, Dsl, Houston , Mdn, P, S, T194, T225, USA

The PPP “Our Garden, Wisdom from the Greater Community,” chronicles a project Daughters undertook to care for land that had been neglected and needed to be restored. In the process, they explored the similarities and connections between their work on the land and their inner work.

Listening with the Heart (based on the Annual Mission 2020)

2020, Annual work, CANADA , D, Dsl, K, P, Pg, S, T131, T97, Toronto

Listening from the Heart,” based on the Annual Mission 2020, describes the experience of active listening, listening with our bodies, opening ourselves to the suffering of humanity, learning to listen to those who think and feel differently from ourselves, and recognizing the challenge of change that we face as individuals and as a society.