Name: Embracing your Heart: An Introduction to the Gene Keys with Glenda Hilsenteger
Start: 2023-06-07T23:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-06-08T00:30:00.000Z
Location: Online event

Come on out for **this week’s topic: "Trains, Planes, Boats & Automobiles"** and meet new friends, smile, laugh, chat, and enjoy the ambiance of this inviting little coffee shop. We will be discussing different topics each week while exploring some deeper questions along the way.

1. **Questions to help with the discussion**:

* *What Is your favorite mode of transporation when travelling?*
* *Is there one in particular that causes you anxiety and why?*
* *Do you remember of time something significant took place while on a train, plane, boat/ship or vehicle?*
* *What is the best part of travelling by plane, train, boat/ship or automobile?*
* *What is the furthest trip you have taken on any of these modes of transportation?*
* *Where do you dream of travelling to and how?*
* *What is the one mode of transportation you want to travel by?*

In this safe, inclusive, casual, and accepting environment, dialogue is encouraged over debate as each person has opportunity to share from their own diverse perspectives and experiences.

Folks in this group enjoy going beyond small talk, reflecting both inward and outward, helping build pathways for more peace and understanding in the world... and your voice matters!

No particular set of beliefs (or creed) is required to be a part of this community-building activity. Diverse perspectives are welcome.

Whether to discover yourself amidst a community on a common journey or to find meaning among new friends, there is room at the table for you.

**DATE/TIME**: Thursday, June 1 @ 11:00 AM
\* This is a weekly discussion group with regular attending members.

**LOCATION**: 901 Victoria Street (at River Road), Kitchener, ON N2B 3C3
\* FREE parking in their lot

**HOW TO FIND US INSIDE**: Look for our sign on one of the larger tables, either in the middle of the cafe, or in the left hand corner near the front counter.

**NOTE**: The RSVPs here represent only some who may attend this recurring discussion group (such as 1st timers) along with regular attending members who may not RSVP here.

See you there!

***

***CREATING CONNECTION CANADA*** *is a network of welcoming and inclusive communities committed to sharing authentic conversation, nurturing meaningful activities, promoting holistic wellness practices, and fostering compassionate action. We are LGBTQ+ affirming.*

*As a **REGISTERED NON-PROFIT** charity working to bring community together through like-minded interests, we welcome and gratefully appreciate any financial support. Tax receipts are provided.*

* ***[MAKE A CREDIT CARD DONATION](http://donations.creatingconnection.ca/)***
* ***SEND AN E-TRANSFER*** *to donations@creatingconnection.ca*

*You can also visit our* ***[PRODUCTS 4 PURPOSE](http://www.products4purpose.ca/)*** *online store and make a purchase that benefits our meaningful partner organizations, gifted artisans and local operations.*

*Or support us when you* ***[shop on Amazon with this link](https://amzn.to/3GDhv1w)***

*Thank you for your kind generosity.*

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Creating Connection & Meaningful Activities (Kitchener)

Amie E Shepherdson

Gloria Bryan

Trudy Gillespie

Coffee & Conversation This Week's Topic is "Trains, Planes, Boats & Automobiles"

Cafe O

You are warmly invited into dialogue with Gloria Bryan our local organizer, and all who attend to discuss different topics each week while exploring some deeper questions along the way.

Come on out for **a new topic each week.** Meet new people, smile, laugh, chat, and enjoy the ambiance of this quaint little coffee shop together.

In this safe, inclusive, casual, and accepting environment, dialogue is encouraged over debate as each person has opportunity to share from their own diverse perspectives and experiences.

Folks in this group enjoy going beyond small talk, reflecting both inward and outward, helping build pathways for more peace and understanding in the world... and your voice matters!

No particular set of beliefs (or creed) is required to be a part of this community-building activity. Diverse perspectives are welcome.

Whether to discover yourself amidst a community on a common journey or to find meaning among new friends, there is room at the table for you.

**Learn More**: [Watch our YouTube Promo!](https://youtu.be/vWIQMBJIVRU)

**DATE/TIME**: Thursdays @ 11:00 AM
\* This is a weekly discussion group with regular attending members.

**LOCATION**: 901 Victoria Street (at River Road), Kitchener, ON N2B 3C3
\* FREE parking in their lot

**HOW TO FIND US INSIDE**: Look for our sign on one of the larger tables, either in the middle of the cafe, or in the left hand corner near the front counter.

**NOTE**: The RSVPs here represent only some who may attend this recurring discussion group (such as 1st timers) along with regular attending members who may not RSVP here.

See you there!

***

***CREATING CONNECTION CANADA*** *is a network of welcoming and inclusive communities committed to sharing authentic conversation, nurturing meaningful activities, promoting holistic wellness practices, and fostering compassionate action. We are LGBTQ+ affirming.*

*As a **REGISTERED NON-PROFIT** charity working to bring community together through like-minded interests, we welcome and gratefully appreciate any financial support. Tax receipts are provided.*

* ***[MAKE A CREDIT CARD DONATION](http://donations.creatingconnection.ca/)***
* ***SEND AN E-TRANSFER*** *to donations@creatingconnection.ca*

*You can also visit our* ***[PRODUCTS 4 PURPOSE](http://www.products4purpose.ca/)*** *online store and make a purchase that benefits our meaningful partner organizations, gifted artisans and local operations.*

*Or support us when you* ***[shop on Amazon with this link](https://amzn.to/3GDhv1w)***

*Thank you for your kind generosity.*

[Website](http://www.creatingconnection.ca) \| [Facebook](http://facebook.creatingconnection.ca) \| [YouTube](http://youtube.creatingconnection.ca) \| [Instagram](http://instagram.creatingconnection.ca) \| [Twitter](http://twitter.creatingconnection.ca) \| [Retreats](https://www.connectionretreat.com)

Creating Connection (Guelph)

Creating Connection

☕ Kitchener Coffee & Conversation - Thursdays @ Café O

**Registration is open [NurturingSpirit.CreatingConnection.ca](http://www.nurturingspirit.creatingconnection.ca/)**
**Samish Island Retreat Centre Washington, June 1-4**
**2 and 3 day packages available.**
**Early bird pricing in effect until April 14th.** **Register today!**
*Many of earth’s communities now live out of balance with the world around them. Many lack access to food, water, and shelter, the universal needs of existence. Many have gifts that go unrecognized and unshared. As a result, all communities—the human and the more-than-human—experience woundedness and loss.*
*Come for a weekend of nurturing, awareness and hope. Join in community as we learn about and experience profound acts of reconciliation and restoration happening both locally and throughout the world.*
*Find your place in this great awakening.*
**Samish Island Retreat Centre Washington, June 1-4**
**2 and 3 day packages available.**
**Early bird pricing in effect until April 14th.**
**Register today! [NurturingSpirit.CreatingConnection.ca](http://www.nurturingspirit.creatingconnection.ca/)**

**All activities on the schedule are optional, choose your own experiences and level of participation.**

**Thursday June 1st - *An Evening to Exhale, Converse and Contemplate.***
**4:00 Arrive and settle in**
**6:30 Dinner**
**7:30 Fireside Chat– various topics**
**Things to do on your own: Walk the Labyrinth, Creative time in Nature – contemplate what you hope to gain during the weekend, journal, sketch, observe or just ‘be’**

**Friday June 2nd - *A Day to Nurture your Spirit in Nature***
**8:00 Morning Gratitude Practice**
**8:30 Breakfast**
**10:00 Guided Forest Bathing**
**11:30 Yoga**
**12:30 Lunch**
**2:00 Guided Labyrinth Walk**
**3:30 Deepening The Art of Holy Attention**
**6:30 Dinner**
**7:30 Movie followed by Conversation**
**Things to do on your own: Free time to roam, Intentional Conversations,**
**Creative time in Nature – Poetry, Journaling, Haiku, Sketching or Photography.**

\*\*Saturday June 3rd - \*A Day to Nurture Justice in Community \*\*\*
**8:00 Morning Gratitude Practice**
**8:30 Breakfast**
**9:30 ‘Impacts of the Climate Crisis on Vulnerable Communities’ Isabelle and Leah**
**10:45 Break**
**11:00 ‘Reflections on Kinship, Reciprocity, and the Great Turning’ Laurie and Nan**
**12:30 Lunch**
**2:00 Games**
**3:30 ‘Practical Tools to help take One Small Step in Making a Difference’ Nan and Erica**
**6:30 Dinner**
**7:30 Evening Games**
**8:30 Creating an Action Plan**

**Sunday June 4th - *A Day Where Spirit, Justice, and Nature Meet: Bringing it all Together***
**8:00 Morning Gratitude Practice**
**8:30 Breakfast**
**10:00 ‘Bringing it all together’**
**12:00 Pack up cabins and goodbye’s**

**\*schedule subject to change**

**Samish Island Retreat Centre Washington, June 1-4**
**2 and 3 day packages available.**
**Early bird pricing in effect until April 14th.**
**Register today! [NurturingSpirit.CreatingConnection.ca](http://www.nurturingspirit.creatingconnection.ca/)**

Nurturing Spirit

Debra Donohue

Creating Connection

"Creating Community: Where Spirit, Nature and Justice Meet" Weekend Retreat

Samish Island Campground and Retreat Center

**Release Your Inner Writer**
**Release Your Inner Writer is for anyone who feels they are a writer, wants to be a writer, or those who want to explore writing in a comfortable and supportive setting. We’ll set the stage for you to write creatively with opportunities to share with the group, or not, whatever you’re comfortable with.**

Have you ever thought: “I have an interesting story, but I don’t know how to start sharing it with people”? Have you ever thought of writing a book? Do you simply want to start journaling? Every person has a story to share, and all of them are transformational for us and sometimes for others. When we write our thoughts and ideas down, we move internal content to an external device like a notebook or a laptop. By doing this we’re able to clear our heads and uncover one layer after another.

**Hosted by Kathy Nutt**
**Kathy Nutt** is a creative who uses many media and styles to convey a glimpse into her mysterious, whimsical world. Although mainly focused on the visual arts, she dabbles in the written word and is endeavoring to cultivate a consistent practice of writing, whether it be poetry, essays, short stories, or journaling.

Kathy believes a writing practice (along with any creative practice) is a beneficial way to break through the mundane and view our worlds through fresh new eyes. We may discover a breakthrough, change a pattern, or just experience catharsis. Or we may simply arrive in a place of joy. She believes the creative process is more important than the finished product and that creativity is for everyone, not just the gifted few.

**CREATING CONNECTION CANADA** is a network of welcoming and inclusive communities committed to sharing authentic conversation, nurturing meaningful activities, promoting holistic wellness practices, and fostering compassionate action. We are LGBTQ+ affirming. People of every walk of life, culture, faith, or tradition, participate in a myriad of connection groups, forming meaningful community within this diversity. As a result, these communities are multi-faceted - expressing the inspirations, aspirations, wisdom, practices, and blessing of all. While we encourage you to share openly, we ask that you do so in a kind and considerate manner.

**As a REGISTERED NON-PROFIT** charity working to bring community together through like-minded interests, we welcome and gratefully appreciate any financial support. Tax receipts are provided.
CREDIT CARD: http://donations.creatingconnection.ca
E-TRANSFER: donations[@creatingconnection](http://creatingconnection/).ca

Creating Connection (Oshawa)

Release Your Inner Writer - Monday's at 4pm pacific, 5pm mountain, 6pm central

Online event

**Embracing your Heart: An Introduction to the Gene Keys with Glenda Hilsenteger**

In preparation for this event, please download your free personal Gene Keys Profile at [https://genekeys.com/free-profile/](https://genekeys.com/free-profile/).

Be inspired to approach life with greater compassion for ourselves and others.

The Gene Keys system is complex and vast. So, know that it’s ok to be overwhelmed. Just take your time and follow your heart – one step at a time, one discovery at a time. Share your experiences with others along the way, and have fun stepping into the creative
genius you were born to live.

You might also check out Glenda’s Blog at [ghilsenteger.com](http://ghilsenteger.com/). Glenda posts the most recent 'Gene Key of the Week'. The posts highlight the key message of each Gene Key, and give specific information about its shadow, gift, and siddhi frequencies.

**Introducing Glenda**
A friend gifted Glenda with a Gene Keys book in 2014. At first, Glenda couldn’t imagine how she had time to read that huge book, yet she’s always loved numbers… so she dove straight in... to both her Gene Keys personal profile, and that huge Gene Keys' book... Since then, she’s completed a full range of Gene Key training programs, including in-person programs with Richard Rudd, founder of the Gene Keys.

For Glenda, the Gene Keys are all about connection, caring, listening with love, empowering our genius. Above all, it's about creating a more beautiful, free, and peaceful world for ourselves, and all of humanity. To learn more about Glenda’s background, go to [https://ghilsenteger.com/about](https://ghilsenteger.com/about)

· **Check out Glenda’s Blog:** [ghilsenteger.com](http://ghilsenteger.com/). I post the most current Gene Key each week. The posts simplify each Gene Key by summarizing its key overall message, along with the specific messages of the shadow, gift, and siddhi frequencies.

**Glenda’s Background:** [https://ghilsenteger.com/about](https://ghilsenteger.com/about)

**NOTE: The RSVPs here represent only some folks who may join since this event is advertised across multiple media platforms.**

People of every walk of life, culture, faith or tradition, participate in a myriad of connection groups, forming meaningful community within this diversity. As a result, these communities are multi-faceted - expressing the inspirations, aspirations, wisdom, practices and blessing of all. We are LGBTQ+ affirming.

**As a REGISTERED NON-PROFIT** charity working to bring community together through like-minded interests, we welcome and gratefully appreciate any financial support. Tax receipts are provided. CREDIT CARD: [http://donations.creatingconnection.ca](http://donations.creatingconnection.ca/) E-TRANSFER: [donations@creatingconnection.ca](http://mailto:donations@creatingconnection.ca/)

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