Transformational Storytelling

Telling Stories
2018-11-07 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
A storyteller doesn’t read stories, nor recite from memory, but adapts the telling to each audience. The first techniques of truly telling stories are learned here.

Persuasive Storytelling
2018-11-01 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Transformational storytelling is much more than telling folk tales; it is about enabling and encouraging change. The intersection between transformational and persuasive storytelling is explored.

Hasidic Stories
2018-10-30 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Stories arising from the period of the Ba’al Shem Tov and his disciples are presented, discussed, and explored.

Guest
2018-10-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
One of two guest faculty sessions for the term. The particulars of the guest and the actual date will be made available at the beginning of the term.

Telling Challenging Stories
2018-10-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
In keeping with the Jewish value of challenging perceived problems, the art of telling stories that challenge the audience will be explored.

Studying Midrash
2018-10-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom
Midrash is the traditional method of interpreting scripture through the use of narrative. The structure and format for a common form of Midrash – used by Jesus on many occasions – will be explored. The application of Midrash to other traditions will be discussed.

The Brothers Three
2018-10-14 15:00 - 17:00 | Federated Church, 35 Tex Pultz Pkwy, Port Byron, NY, 13140, United States

Multifaith Service
2018-10-14 10:00 - 12:30 | MMUUS, 3800 East Genesee St, Syracuse, NY, 13214, United States

Guest: Tim Saka
2018-10-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
One of two guest faculty sessions for the term: Tim Saka, of the CNY Rise Center, representative of the Turkish Cultural Center.

Digital Storytelling - 1/6
2018-10-09 08:00 - 17:00 | DeWitt Library, 5110 Jamesville Rd, DeWitt, NY, 13078, United States
Repeats weekly through Nov 13, 2018.

Mysticism
2018-10-04 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom
The rich heritage of Jewish mysticism, and its relation to other forms of mysticism, particularly Sufi.

Digital Storytelling - 1/6
2018-10-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Oasis, 6333 Route 298, E Syracuse, NY, 13057, United States
Repeats weekly through Nov 9, 2018.

Multi-Faith Perspectives
2018-09-30 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom
An overview of the multitude of traditions that will be encountered in this program. The principles of multi-faith study and dialogue will be explained and experienced.

The Brothers Three
2018-09-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Baldwinsville Presbyterian Church, 64 Oswego St., Baldwinsville, NY, 13027, United States
Join us as three faith leaders from the Baptist, Muslim, and Jewish traditions engage in rich dialogue with each other – and everyone present!

Ba'al Shem Tov
2018-09-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Stories, theology, and history of this remarkable spiritual person. The founder of the Hasidic movement, but even more the movement to bring spirituality to the common person.

Fundamentals
2018-09-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom
The fundamentals of transformational storytelling, its intersections with neuroplasticity and spirituality. The surprising value of multi-faith study in strengthening one’s own system. An overview of the full program.

Abraham’s Children
2018-07-13 18:00 - 20:30 | Clark Reservation, 6105 E Seneca Turnpike, Jamesville, NY, 13078, United States
Join us as three faith leaders from the Baptist, Muslim, and Jewish traditions engage in rich dialogue with each other – and everyone present!
This is part of evening services, and a fried chicken dinner ($12) accompanies the gathering. Please be certain to register at the Temple website for the dinner.

Abraham & Miriam's Children
2018-06-24 10:00 - 12:30 | Plymouth Congregational Church, 232 East Onondaga St, Syracuse, NY, United States

Advanced Cohort: Finding the Story that Pursues You
2018-02-11 19:00 - 20:30
The first class in the Spiritual Storytelling semester of the Main program. See the Class Schedule page for a list of all classes and dates.

Introductory Cohort: Fundamentals
2018-02-06 19:00 - 20:30
The first class of the Introductory semester. See the Class Schedule page for the dates of subsequent classes.

Storytelling and Neuroplasticity
2018-01-30 19:00 - 20:00
Join us online for an exploration of the neuroscience of transformational storytelling. Be prepared for some unexpected twists and turns, and lively discussion!
The class is free, but registration is required – just follow this link. A password to the class will be provided when registration is complete.

Inspirational Storytelling—a Multi-Faith Experience
2018-01-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Oasis, 6333 Route 298, E Syracuse, NY, 13057, United States
Each culture and faith tradition has its own body of inspirational stories which serve to teach and inspire. These stories share many common elements, but retain important differences. Experience a wide variety of inspirational stories from around the world and from many traditions, and take advantage of the opportunity to discuss what can be found in their similarities and distinctions. Participants should expect to leave with a heightened appreciation for their own traditions and perspectives from around the world. Note: Class is exempt from the $15 processing fee.
Register now for Class 154 at Oasis for this storytelling event!

Spiritual Storytelling Jamboree
2018-01-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Temple Concord, 450 Kimber Rd, Syracuse, NY, 13224, United States
Current students, guest faculty, and Maggid Jim Brulé tell stories from a variety of traditions. Discussion and snacks to follow!

CNY Storytellers - Dec
2017-12-20 19:00 - 20:30 | DeWitt Library, 5110 Jamesville Rd, DeWitt, NY, 13078, United States
Join us for the December gathering of CNY Storytellers, a storyteller guild I have formed. You can tell a story, or simply appreciate the stories told by others!
The evening is free, but please register at the CNYS website so that numbers can be estimated.
