Evening of Stories Along the Bodhisattva Path

In an era when old paradigms are dissolving and new ones have yet to take root, we gather for one luminous evening to honor the "Bodhisattva Path" -- a timeless commitment to awakening not just for oneself, but for the flourishing of all life.

The Context: We stand at a moment in history when multiple systems are simultaneously revealing their limitations. Political landscapes reflect deep polarization, ecological systems signal dire distress, and our social fabric is exponentially eroding. Our collective orientation has long been fixated on external solutions—technological fixes, policy reforms, structural adjustments—while often relegating the inner transformation that must accompany outer change. As old structures falter, we have the opportunity to ask: What new possibilities might emerge if we approach these challenges not from fear or ideological rigidity, but from the intelligence of the heart? [Read more.]

On September 6th, we're opening the doors of an extraordinary retreat—where global luminaries are translating ancient wisdom into modern medicine for our collective flourishing —to the Bay Area community for one special evening. These forces of transformation are too compelling to keep contained, so we're inviting you to cross-pollinate inspiration, explore how inner transformation can uniquely inform our outer service, and how we might collectively birth an organic murmuration.

The Invitation: Drawing from ancient and contemporary streams of wisdom, this special Community Night invites us into a shared field of remembrance and renewal. Through story, silence, sacred presence, and the path of a Bodhisattva -- one who dedicates their life to alleviating suffering and cultivating awakening for all beings -- we’ll explore what it means to live with fierce compassion, luminous clarity, and humble service during this pivotal time in history.

The Guests: We are deeply honored to welcome a constellation of remarkable guests:

• 🙏 Rev. Heng Sure, one of the senior-most Western Buddhist monks in the world, known for the three-steps-one-bow pilgrimage
• 🌿 Vanessa Andreotti, Indigenous wisdom keeper and visionary educator
• 🌟 Evan Sharp, co-founder of Pinterest and advocate for contemplative technology
• 🕊️ Rabbi Ariel Burger, protégé of Elie Wiesel and a voice of moral imagination
• 📖 Gary Zukav, bestselling author of The Seat of the Soul

...along with neuroscientist Richard Davidson, tech pioneer Srinija Srinivasan, Qigong healer Cynthia Li, Harvard professor Rebecca Henderson, Howard-Thurman inspired activist Stephen Lewis, hip hop humanitarian Nimo Patel, and many more luminous hearts across traditions and disciplines.

Like all ServiceSpace events, there is no charge to attend the gathering. It is offered as a gift by many volunteer hands that will make it possible. However, space is limited, so RSVP is required to join.

• 4:30PM Arrive at a naturesque setting with abundant redwoods!
• 5:15PM Small Group Circles with Guests
• 6:00PM Dinner
• 7:00PM Evening of Inspiration
• 9:00PM Farewell Smiles

Together, we’ll tune into a deeper rhythm—beyond urgency, beyond ideology—and ask: What grows when we meet the world with an awakened mind, an open heart, and engaged hands?

To join us for this in-person evening of stories in Boulder Creek (California), please RSVP below. Please note that an individual RSVP is required for each person attending. As we approach September, the local organizers will send you an email with more details. Thank you for blessing the collective!