There are no recordings for the December 2025 and January 2026 sessions. Here are the details:
- December 2025 Session: We were all shocked and saddened to learn that our co-facilitator (and dear friend and colleague) Rev. Paul Hasselbeck passed away unexpectedly during the night. We met with the group to talk with them about Paul's sudden transition, and share heart comfort, emotions, and love together. We did not record the session, due to its very emotional and intimate nature.
- January 2026 Session was a time for the group to discuss the future of the Power Up Roundtable Group. We did not record the session; however, we used Zoom AI Assistant to summarize the discussion. Here are the notes:
- PowerUp Roundtable Continues
The group discussed continuing the PowerUp Roundtable, with discussion about how to market it to new participants while maintaining the intimate group size the group values for deep discussions. They watched a meditation video prepared by Revs. Cher & Bil to celebrate Paul. The group agreed to explore options for the group's future, including potential time changes from Thursday nights and content modifications, with an emphasis on letting their powers guide the decision-making process. - PowerUp Roundtable Monthly Meeting Plan
The group agreed to continue their meetings focused on the Powers, with a new schedule set for the second Wednesday of each month at 4 PM Eastern time. They decided to implement a "power of the month" approach, where they would spotlight a specific power and discuss how it influences other powers, along with practical applications. The group also agreed to read relevant chapters from the Power Up Your Life book, to deepen their understanding. Vivian mentioned a new book she found about the 12 powers, written by David and Gaylene Williason -- though it was out of print and expensive.
Cher suggested looking for used copies in bookstores, while Janis mentioned having the book in her library. Ali shared her experience with the12 powers, emphasizing how the group's approach differs from dogmatic teachings, and the group discussed how colors can be used to align with personal goals and emotions. - Colors, Chakras, and Personal Powers
The group discussed the relationship between colors, chakras, and powers, with Cher & Bil explaining how different colors represent various powers like strength, order, and life. They agreed to keep their future meetings to 90 minutes to allow for more comprehensive discussions, and Ali shared personal experiences of how physical symptoms like stomach upset and trouble breathing relate to different powers and chakras. The group also briefly discussed the influence of Paul, and considered organizing a follow-up session for retreat participants who wanted more time to share their experiences. The group discussed organizing a second "Celebration of Life session focused on Paul, which several members felt was necessary to address their needs and provide a more intimate space for sharing experiences and memories. Cher & Bil confirmed plans for this session, scheduled for January 14 at 4 p.m.Eastern time, and emphasized its informal nature, including [at the group's request] revisiting the tribute video from the initial event. The group also agreed to continue their regular meetings, with plans to explore themes like the powers of the month and the balance of energy in the body. The conversation ended with a brief meditation honoring Paul's influence and gratitude for his contributions to their spiritual growth. - Next steps
- Cher: Send out a note to group members inviting them to the special session for Paul on the second Wednesday (14th) at 4pm Eastern, and confirm the date with Ali.
- Ali: Talk to Rick about the possibility of Diane joining the group and update Cher.
- Cher: Follow up with Kelly Isla to get information about the cause of Paul's death and any updates on legal matters regarding podcasts, websites, and book stuff.
- All group members: For future meetings, consider reading the relevant chapter in the Power Up Your Life book (the large, white cover, 8.5x12 book) related to the spotlight power as optional preparation.
- Cher: Summarize decisions and action items from this meeting and communicate to group members.