Aldea Spiritual Community

Doing My Part (Part 1): Sacred Responsibility | Jake Haber

What does it mean to "do your part" in a world that seems overwhelmed by problems too large for any one person to solve?   In this message, we explore the tension between personal responsibility and collective transformation. Drawing from wisdom traditions, consciousness studies, and the idea of a modern “poly-crisis,” we consider how meaningful change happens - not through any one individual carrying the weight of the world, but through ordinary people faithfully offering their unique gifts.   At Aldea, we believe that transformation begins within us but never ends there. As we become more loving, aware, and grounded, we help shape the collective future together.   Quotes:   Ken Wilber “The problems facing the world today are not merely political, economic, or technological. They are problems of consciousness.”   Rabbi Tarfon “You are not obligated to complete the work, but neither are you free to abandon it.”   Tao Te Ching (Chapter 9) “Do your work, then step back. The only path to serenity.”   Parker J. Palmer “Self-care is never a selfish act—it is simply good stewardship of the only gift I have, the gift I was put on earth to offer others.”   Damon Centola et al. “When the committed minority is below the critical threshold, the majority of the population maintains the old convention. Once the committed minority exceeds the critical threshold, there is a rapid transition to the new convention.”   Margaret Mead “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”

[BONUS EPISODE] Meditation + Alternate Interview w/ Michael Gungor (6.7.26)

For our Sunday with Michael Gungor, we had some fun by doing a semi-improvised interview for each service - which means that the conversation for each ended up coming out quite different. We’ve decided to release the interview from first service, along with Michael’s meditation here as a bonus episode!

Mystic Hymnal | Michael Gungor (6.7.2026)

Check out this eclectic & poignant conversation with Michael Gungor - musician, author, podcaster, and more - as we dive deep into evolving faith journeys, non-duality, and creativity as a spiritual practice. We also discuss the Mystic Hymnal project, which we later experienced that evening at Aldea as an immersive & heartfelt group singing event.    Check out Michael's work: https://www.michaelgungor.com/ [https://www.michaelgungor.com/] https://www.mystichymnal.com/ [https://www.mystichymnal.com/]

Gratitude: The Key To (Almost) Everything | Kathleen Roberts & Guest Panel (5.31.26)

Join Kathleen - plus special guests Arianna & Kris - for a wide ranging conversation that touches upon personal stories and heartfelt examples of the transformative power of gratitude.

Doing The Work (Part 4): Meeting The Self | Jake Haber

As we conclude our series Doing The Work, we arrive at a surprising realization: perhaps all of the healing, reflection, emotional awareness, and courageous inner work has not been about becoming someone new — but about uncovering who we truly are underneath it all. This week, we explore the idea of the “Self” through spirituality, mindfulness, and Internal Family Systems (IFS).   Quotes:   “I am conscious of a certain doubleness by which I can stand as remote from myself as from another.” — Henry David Thoreau   “I contain multitudes.” — Walt Whitman   “You are the sky. Everything else—it’s just the weather.” — Pema Chödrön   “Feelings come and go like clouds in a windy sky.” — Thích Nhất Hạnh   “Thoughts are like passing clouds. Feelings are like passing weather. Neither defines the vastness of what you are.” — Adyashanti   “The beauty of the Self is that it is already there. It just gets eclipsed… The Self is in everybody. It can’t be damaged and it knows how to heal… Self is not a part. Self is the essence of who you are…” — Richard Schwartz