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Joachim Francis
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John E. Thomas commented on Joachim Francis's blog post 'Gratitude for the Wave'
Wonderful  :)   What popped into my mind as I read what you wrote was, "Work smart not hard."   Thank you for the post.
Oct 30, 2011
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Gratitude for the Wave

I once took my daughter to see a kid's movie called "Surf's Up".  In the film one of the characters would turn around on his surf board and bow in gratitude to the wave.  This is how life is for me.  There are a multitude of challenges that come my way.  As each one builds up from the great beyond and comes to view I have a choice.  I can paddle out and and ride, sit on the shore and watch, or swim out and see what happens. Sitting on the shore is safe. It is beautiful. I see everything…See More
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Fall Equinox Celebration at Cynwyd Club

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September 18, 2011 from 3:15pm to 5pm
Come join us as we harness the available transformative energy around the Fall Equinox! Take this opportunity to make a quantum leap in our collective consciousness.Our theme is Releasing & Letting Go. Equinoxes are when days and nights are about equal — great balancing and tipping points in the year.Come gather with kindred spirits to deepen the experience of your own autumnal transition in an intimate Sacred Celebration. We'll honor universal and personal "tipping points" as well as…See More
Joachim Francis is attending Common Ground's event Sep 5, 2011
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Manifest Destiny

 “The blue heron is a totem (symbol) of someone who has chosen to claim their life as their own. According to North American Native tradition, the Blue Heron brings messages of self-determination and self-reliance. It represents an ability to progress and evolve. The long thin legs of the heron reflect that even though we must be able to stand on our own, we don’t  need legs that are great massive pillars to remain stable. Blue Herons have the innate wisdom of being able to maneuver through…See More
A blog post by Joachim Francis was featured Jun 16, 2011
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Manifest Destiny

 “The blue heron is a totem (symbol) of someone who has chosen to claim their life as their own. According to North American Native tradition, the Blue Heron brings messages of self-determination and self-reliance. It represents an ability to progress and evolve. The long thin legs of the heron reflect that even though we must be able to stand on our own, we don’t  need legs that are great massive pillars to remain stable. Blue Herons have the innate wisdom of being able to maneuver through…See More
Blog post by Joachim Francis Jun 16, 2011
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Exploring Authentic Joy and the Emergence of Common Ground 2.0 at Open Connections

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May 21, 2011 from 10am to 3pm
NOTE:  we need to postpone this event due to a personal issue.  We will reschedule and let you know as soon as we have a new date. PurposeOne essential source of enduring and authentic joy is discovering and living out our own true and deepest life purpose. Come feel the joy, warmth, and support of others as we create a space of freedom and discovery together.  Insight about Common Ground 2.0 will emerge organically from this natural process.Agenda – Part 1Led by Common Ground’s own Carol…See More
Joachim Francis is attending Noel Albertson's event May 11, 2011
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Joachim Francis commented on Common Ground's event 'Making Sense of Our Great Evolutionary Shift'
I will be unable to make it....I am still healing from a achilles tendon rupture.
Apr 17, 2011
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A bridge has been made

A bridge has been made.  For years we have explored the depths of hearts.  We dug deep into our souls.  What about our minds?  This past Sunday a bridge was made.  An opening into the labrynth.   With further exploration into our minds and connecting into our hearts we can truely become a powerful force for God. Much Blessings upon allStand tallHear the callWisdom is hereSit and stareInto inner spaceFace your soulAnd join this raceTo explore all that exists insideDon't run and hideTh Almighty…See More
Blog post by Joachim Francis Mar 8, 2011
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Hugging a tree

I have always heard the expression "tree hugger" used in a connotation that was less than flattering.  While hiking today I stopped my a creek to pray.  As I prayed I placed my hand on the tree next to me and focused on the energy coming from it's roots.  I got a message of sadness from the earth.  The earth was weeping.  As tears filled my eyes the wind began to blow and the snow fell from the trees in a moment of synchronicity.  I prayed for the healing of the planet and began to sing.  As…See More
Blog post by Joachim Francis Jan 9, 2011
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Common Ground Visioning: from Acorn to Tree - An Open House Session at Home of Max and Elise Rivers

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January 22, 2011 from 9am to 1pm
THIS EVENT IS FULL.  WE ARE CONSIDERING HOLDING AN ADDITIONAL WORKSHOP DEPENDING ON INTEREST.  PLEASE EMAIL OR CALL ME IF YOU'RE INTERESTED - NOEL ALBERTSON, ncalbertson@gmail.com, 973-454-3804.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------"Common Ground is a vibrant spiritual community dedicated to opening space for the natural human impulse to create, evolve and inspire."  -- from CG Vision and Mission Statement Who is this Workshop For?All who want to…See More
Joachim Francis might attend Noel Albertson's event Dec 31, 2010
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Jill Carel and Joachim Francis are now friends Dec 20, 2010
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The chaos of the festivities

Every year during at this time, a large percentage of the world around me turns to chaos. Merriment turns to anger as as desires overtake the threads that hold us human. In an expression of love many go out of their way to display the worst of themselves while attempting to purchase that fabricated item that says "I love you."I don't need to go over the wrongs or the rights of it all. It is what it has become. I invite us as a community to pray and hold a light for all the busy people out…See More
Blog post by Joachim Francis Dec 1, 2010
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Jill Carel left a comment for Joachim Francis
Joachim, I feel I owe you an apology. Could you please contact me via Jilleroni at Juno.com Blessings and hugs, Jill
Nov 21, 2010
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Being and seeing

In my minds eye I feel the expression of the AlmightyIn my human eye I see the digression of human kindThe images before me send tears through my soulIf only they could be freeFree to express the vision I seeThe truth within their eyesOf all the times they triedTo live and only to dieForgotten the lessons of youthThe mundane has drained all that they areYet I sense that a presence can inspire their starSo I cry to the heavens for the angels to hearI kneel down in reverence to whisper into…See More
Blog post by Joachim Francis Nov 17, 2010
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Vision

Loving flows that we all know entice the memories that dance in the snowThe drift that is a gift gives way to the day and rises up to meet us along the wayStepping into this we gather all strenghth an sing a song that goes on all day longThat echoes through our hearts and into our minds and chimes with angels for a timeWe are so blessed and yes we do invest in each other my sister my brotherOur prayers and spirit will be power that lights the world with God's guided showerSo we go and we do and…See More
A blog post by Joachim Francis was featured Nov 8, 2010

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I have been going to Common Ground for several years. I love it. I have a goal of being a world spiritual leader. I have just started on this mission by accepting this calling, and praying for guidance and strength.

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Gratitude for the Wave



I once took my daughter to see a kid's movie called "Surf's Up".  In the film one of the characters would turn around on his surf board and bow in gratitude to the wave.  This is how life is for me.  There are a multitude of challenges that come my way.  As each one builds up from the great beyond and comes to view I have a choice.  I can paddle out and and ride, sit on the shore and…

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Posted on October 2, 2011 at 2:54pm — 1 Comment

Joachim Francis

Manifest Destiny

 

“The blue heron is a totem (symbol) of someone who has chosen to claim their life as their own. According to North American Native tradition, the Blue Heron brings messages of self-determination and self-reliance. It represents an ability to progress and evolve. The long thin legs of the heron reflect that even though we must be able to stand on our own, we don’t  need legs that are great massive pillars to remain stable.

 

Blue Herons have the innate wisdom of being…

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Posted on June 16, 2011 at 1:32pm

Joachim Francis

A bridge has been made

A bridge has been made.  For years we have explored the depths of hearts.  We dug deep into our souls.  What about our minds?  This past Sunday a bridge was made.  An opening into the labrynth.   With further exploration into our minds and connecting into our hearts we can truely become a powerful force for God.

 

Much Blessings upon all

Stand tall

Hear the call

Wisdom is here

Sit and stare

Into inner space

Face your soul

And…

Continue

Posted on March 8, 2011 at 12:56pm

Joachim Francis

Hugging a tree

I have always heard the expression "tree hugger" used in a connotation that was less than flattering.  While hiking today I stopped my a creek to pray.  As I prayed I placed my hand on the tree next to me and focused on the energy coming from it's roots.  I got a message of sadness from the earth.  The earth was weeping.  As tears filled my eyes the wind began to blow and the snow fell from the trees in a moment of synchronicity.  I prayed for the healing of the planet and began to sing.  As…

Continue

Posted on January 9, 2011 at 3:31pm

Joachim Francis

The chaos of the festivities

Every year during at this time, a large percentage of the world around me turns to chaos. Merriment turns to anger as as desires overtake the threads that hold us human. In an expression of love many go out of their way to display the worst of themselves while attempting to purchase that fabricated item that says "I love you."

I don't need to go over the wrongs or the rights of it all. It is what it has become. I invite us as a community to pray and hold a light for all the…

Continue

Posted on November 30, 2010 at 8:18pm

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At 11:45am on November 21, 2010, Jill CarelJill Carel said…
Joachim, I feel I owe you an apology. Could you please contact me via Jilleroni at Juno.com
Blessings and hugs,
Jill
At 10:27am on August 2, 2010, Cocosol BastienCocosol Bastien said…
Of course i will Joachim. Is good to receive a post from you.
I c u!
At 9:33pm on July 11, 2010, Dawn LightDawn Light said…
The one book I was telling you about is The Secret Code of Success. How asking the right questions makes your mind look for evidence of what your asking it and creates your life the way you want it. Afformations, not Affirmations.

The other book was on parenting: Simplicity Parenting. It's made a huge difference in our lives and we haven't even implemented everything yet.

Enjoy!
Dawn
At 8:36pm on July 9, 2010, MIchelle Renee JohnsonMIchelle Renee Johnson said…
Looking forward to meeting you on Sunday. I'd love to chat a bit before or after. Yes, we do sound like we are on similar paths. :) Namaste, Michelle
At 1:12pm on October 26, 2009, Rev. Dr. Joni CarleyRev. Dr. Joni Carley said…
I loved hosting the salon at my home and the other salons were also a success. So, we look forward to planning more and we would love your input in the planning. Hope you'll be able to join us for this exciting event to help determine the best way forward for future salons.
Love & Light,
Joni

Time: November 22, 2009 from 1:30pm to 4:30pm
Location: Rivers Manor
Organized By: Noel Albertson

Event Description:
Looking for spiritual and social connection made to order to fit your needs and life circumstances? Three recent popular Common Ground gatherings have shown us a fresh alternative: “salons” – where seekers hang together in living rooms and cafes to explore their life paths and just plain have fun together. If you think you might be interested in participating in or leading a salon, come join us in a visioning circle to imagine and co-create together what would work for your life. No commitment or experience necessary.

RSVP on the events page of www.commongroundfellowship.com, or by emailing (ncalbertson@gmail.com).


See more details and RSVP on Common Ground:
http://www.commongroundfellowship.com/events/event/show?id=2711191%3AEvent%3A11866&xgi=4unzFFvAM8Xivd
At 9:41am on October 26, 2009, Rev. Dr. Joni CarleyRev. Dr. Joni Carley said…
Hope you're feeling better? We missed you! Hopefully you'll be able to attend a visioning session to envision how we want to develop future salons: Check under Co-creating Salons Event here on the site.
At 9:19am on October 16, 2009, Rev. Dr. Joni CarleyRev. Dr. Joni Carley said…
Hi,

I'm looking forward to our salon tonight! Please let me know for sure if you're coming: joni@wisdomatwork.biz, 610-566-9927.

Here are directions: 476 to the Media/Swarthmore Exit #3. Turn toward Media on Baltimore Pike. Go 2 or 3 lights until you see a Rite Aid on the left and Acme on the right. Turn right just before the Acme onto Beatty Rd. Go to 2nd left where you'll see some cottage-type white stone houses. Turn left onto Twyckenham Rd. I'm at 910 Twyckenham, 6th house on right, stone on the bottom, white on top, just after a large yellow house and just before a split rail fence.

I look forward to seeing you tonight!
Rev. Joni
At 10:52am on August 14, 2009, S.S. Mahan Rishi Singh Khalsa,DCS.S. Mahan Rishi Singh Khalsa,DC said…
Thank-you Brother.....I look forward to seeing you in the beautiful now....
Have bountiful and blissful day
Much love,
Mahan Rishi
At 5:43pm on March 26, 2009, Rev. Rhetta MorganRev. Rhetta Morgan said…
Good day,
The ideal time is 3 minutes. The invocation is to invoke Spirit and get the gathering ready for the journey together. It can be challenging to stay in that time frame. We start with the frame and allow space for Spirit to show up as it will.
At 10:33pm on March 24, 2009, Rev. Rhetta MorganRev. Rhetta Morgan said…
Beautiful poem,
Still wondering if you would pray us in for April SS?
 
 
 

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