DGCEC’S 9th Annual TWELVE DAYS TOWARD PEACE 2023: September 21 – October 2
Neuroscience has confirmed that when we hear or see stories of real people generating goodness, we are much more likely to do the same. Do you need some encouragement and companionship on the path of nourishing an attitude of compassion and nonharm? Join us during these 12 Days.

International Day of Peace, Thursday, Sept 21, 10am, In-person, via Zoom, and Facebook Live – Join us in setting an intention for nonviolence and peacemaking during these 12 Days Toward Peace. Tibetan Buddhist prayer and readings from peacemakers to set us on a solid path. Register to get the Zoom link HERE https://dgcec.wildapricot.org/event-5424130

Morning Practice for Nonviolence, Daily from 7:30-8am – Set a ground for awareness of nonharm with these morning meditations led by local peacemakers. Register to get the Zoom Link https://dgcec.wildapricot.org/event-5412592

Peacemaker Conversation – Rivera Sun and Cory Lockhart: Saturday, Sept 23, 12 – 12:45pm, via Zoom and Facebook LIVE. Join us for a conversation with nationally known author, catalyst, and activist, Rivera Sun. Register to participate on Zoom.

Peacemaker Conversation – Roxy Manning and Cory Lockhart: Monday, Sept 25, Noon, via Zoom and Facebook LIVE. Join us for a conversation with author Roxy Manning to explore a lived application of the Beloved Community. Watch for info.

24-Hour Vigil for Nonviolence: Tuesday, Sept 26, 8pm to Wednesday, Sept 27, 8pm, In-Person at DGCEC. Each hour is hosted by a different group and marked by meditation, song, poetry or prayer. Join at any time you are able.

Peacemaker Conversation – Johnny Alse and Cory Lockhart: Wednesday, Sept 27, Noon, via Zoom and Facebook LIVE. Join us for a conversation about the life and teachings of Mahatma Gandhi. Register to participate on Zoom. https://dgcec.wildapricot.org/event-5422777

Compassion and Gratitude - Tools of NonHarm: with Anne Walter: Thursday, Sept 28, 11:00 – 12:30pm, via Zoom. Expand your tool kit for practicing engaged compassion. Register Here: https://dgcec.wildapricot.org/event-5417173

International Day of Nonviolence Interfaith Service, Monday, Oct 2, 7pm, In-Person and via Zoom – Join us for interfaith wisdom on nonviolence, honoring the life and teachings of Mahatma Gandhi and other great peacemakers, and as a dedication of all efforts of the 12 Days Toward Peace 2023. Register Here: https://dgcec.wildapricot.org/event-5422788