“The Way” - Friday Evening Opening Session - "Grace and Gratitude, the Joy of Our Single Purpose" with David Hoffmeister and Kirsten Buxton

Welcome to the October 9, 2026, Opening Session of "The Way" Online Weekend Retreat, exploring the theme "Grace and Gratitude, the joy of our single purpose" with David and Kirsten. This session dives deep into the profound difference between worldly thankfulness—which relies on fleeting circumstances and comparisons—and true, eternal gratitude directed toward God. David and Kirsten explain that while grace is an unlearned acceptance of divine love, gratitude is a deliberate practice of forgiveness that helps us awaken from the illusion of the world. By letting go of our ego-driven need to plan, strive, and keep track of time, we can embrace a state of spiritual "cluelessness," resting fully in the present moment to experience the joyful completion of our true purpose. 

These gatherings take place every weekend and include comedy, teachings, films, music, panel discussions, and live Q&A sessions with David Hoffmeister and members of the Living Miracles Community.

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 Recording Date: Online, Friday, October 9, 2026

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