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SUMMARY:BCD Poetry as Witness: A Contemplative Circle of Nature and Word (Recurring Monthly Group)
DESCRIPTION:Poetry as Witness is a monthly online contemplative circle of Nature & Word designed as a space for literary expression\, mindful witnessing\, and relational reflection. \nThe circle is facilitated by Lorena Saavedra-Smith\, BCD member\, poet\, pacha philosopher\, and ecopsychologist. Originally from Perú\, Lorena is a lifelong storyteller and keeper of Andean ancestral wisdom. \nThis circle invites both experienced writers and first-time participants to engage with poetry as a practice of presence. \n• Providing contemplative space for authentic expression \n• Encouraging mindful\, non-reactive speech \n• Cultivating moral imagination through shared language \nThe circle emphasizes presence over performance and listening over reaction. \nEach session begins with a brief meditation to ground participants in shared presence. A suggested monthly theme will gently orient the gathering and allow participants time to reflect and prepare writing connected to interconnectedness\, nature\, or lived experience. A short selected poem will open the evening and anchor collective reflection. \nTo get on this group’s mailing list\, write to poetryandnaturegroup@gmail.com. \nTo join on Zoom\, click on: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87407397997?pwd=s0JoQenCUv49aC5wLrBhNpIdqS42IC.1 \nOr use Meeting ID: 874 0739 7997 and Passcode: 468468. \n– \n 
URL:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/event/bcd-poetry-as-witness-a-contemplative-circle-of-nature-and-word-recurring-monthly-group/2026-04-30/
LOCATION:Zoom Event
CATEGORIES:BCD Meeting,Virtual Event
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