Elise and Phil Okrend, an artist and life coach, respectively, return to Grateful Steps Bookshop on Thursday, Jan. 15, ;:30-7 p.m. They will lead an interfaith dialog program of art, reflection and sharing.
Press release from Grateful Steps
Elise and Phil Okrend return by request to Grateful Steps, this time for an interfaith dialog program of art, reflection and sharing Thursday, January 15.
This couple found that they could extend the harmony in their marriage to bring inspiration to others by combining their separate gifts. Phil is a life coach. He is remarkably skilled in working with individuals and groups, using words to bring hope and foster vision. Elise is an artist who captures the wonder of creation through her pastels. The two have combined those talents in their coauthored book, Messages to the Heart, and in their joint presentations. The result is a message directly to the soul of the reader and the program participant.
Here is one example from the book:
Phil writes: “Character. Don’t be ashamed of heartache, pain, setback or struggle. They have the means to shape you to forge courage, truth and to better serve others with the wisdom you gain from going through it. Each trial you face and overcome is a step of empowerment for yourself and others.”Meditate on these thoughts and the accompanying art Elise chose.
It doesn’t stop there. We are encouraged to share our reflections with the others. What a great opportunity to also share how our varying faith perspectives influence out responses!
Thursday, January 15
(always the 3rd Thursday)
Grateful Steps Bookshop
5:30 – 7 p.m.
Refreshments provided.
All faiths are welcome.
Before you comment
The comments section is here to provide a platform for civil dialogue on the issues we face together as a local community. Xpress is committed to offering this platform for all voices, but when the tone of the discussion gets nasty or strays off topic, we believe many people choose not to participate. Xpress editors are determined to moderate comments to ensure a constructive interchange is maintained. All comments judged not to be in keeping with the spirit of civil discourse will be removed and repeat violators will be banned. See here for our terms of service. Thank you for being part of this effort to promote respectful discussion.