Heartlight Peace Ministries

10/13/2025

As today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we share the history of the Osage Nation who originally settled in our home area in the 17th century.

Le Soldat du Chene, Second Chief of the Osage nation was one of the principal chiefs who witnessed the signing of the treaty at Fort Osage on November 10, 1808.

10/04/2025

So loved visiting with the wild horses in Corolla, NC last year. See link in comment for more info.

09/27/2025

Informative article about why spirituality in nature programs are on the rise.

Spiritual energy can be encountered in the mountains, a grove of trees, or a river, and a relationship with the natural world is essential to their spiritual lives.

09/26/2025

Finished up our first “Oneness in Nature Circles - KC” with a tea ceremony. It was such an honor to facilitate the peace walk and the fall equinox workshop. This was from last Sunday. I made a special sun tea for the occasion to support the body with the change in season.The other photo is of my husband Hugh reflecting on one of the 12 world peace prayers

Stay tuned for our October event.

09/22/2025

The official link to International Day of Peace. The theme this year is “Act Now for a Peaceful World” I am so grateful to have supported others today in opening to their own peaceful nature.

The purpose of the day is the pursuit of peace as a fundamental human right.

09/19/2025

As we prepare for our peace walk and fall equinox event on Sunday here in the Kansas City area , thought we would take a look back at the different ways Rev. Annika has been involved in creating special events for International Day of Peace. These events all took place on the Northshore of Boston where she first started her ministries. There is still time to register for our September kick-off event for Oneness in Nature Circles - KC. See link in first comment to register.

09/17/2025

More details on upcoming workshop -The Fall Equinox: Embracing Change and Finding Harmony in Nature and Ourselves. This video explains what the Fall Equinox is and why we”ll be spending time reflecting on this seasonal shift. Event is September 21st at 3pm in Lee’s Summit at Legacy Park. See the link in comments to register.

09/16/2025

Why I, Rev. Annika am dedicated to helping others find peace; and sharing an opportunity to destress in nature while honoring International Peace Day. Link to register for the event is in the comments.

09/11/2025

As a prayer minister for Unity, Rev. Annika shares the guiding prayer for Unity’s World Prayer Day which is happening today. The affirmation for 2025: “In the stillness, I awaken to divine wisdom.”

Please make plans to join us online for the opening ceremony on Wednesday, September 10, at 7 p.m. (CT), and immerse yourself in prayer, music, and contempla...

09/10/2025

🍂 Celebrate Nature’s Balance & Find Your Tribe 🍂

As the days and nights come into balance at the Fall Equinox, we too can find balance within—through mindful time in nature, walking in peace, and sharing community.

Join Oneness in Nature Circles – KC for our first gathering—a space to reconnect with yourself, with the Earth, and with a circle of like-hearted souls. Together, we’ll honor International Peace Day and nurture harmony for ourselves, each other, and our world.

✨ Our afternoon includes:
☮️ A Peace Walk & grounding practices
🔥 Releasing from the Hearth Ceremony to release & renew
🧘 Guided meditation & mindful nature walking
🍵 A Tea Ceremony and optional gratitude sharing

🌿 Benefits of mindful nature practice:
* Lowers blood pressure, heart rate, and cortisol
* Boosts mood and supports immunity
* Improves focus, memory, and creativity
* Brings calm, clarity, and renewal

🌳 Benefits of community:
* A sense of belonging and shared purpose
* Support, compassion, and joy with others
* Inspiration to carry intentions forward

📅 September 21st, 3 pm
📍 Legacy Park in Lee’s Summit
🎫 Purchase your tickets on Eventbrite

💚 Step into balance with us this Equinox, and walk in peace for yourself and the world.

📧 Can’t make this event, but would like to stay updated on our events, PM your email.

Want to explore your inner spirit without walls? Join our first gathering of Oneness in Nature Circles-KC to celebrate the Fall Equinox.

09/08/2025

We are happy to announce our newest program, Oneness in Nature Circles - KC!
🌞 We will have regular gatherings on the 3rd Sunday of the month in the Kansas City area.
🌿 These events will provide opportunities to integrate mindfulness and present moment awareness through the sacredness of nature and our everyday lives.
🧘🏼 We will engage with the natural world with meditations, mindful exercises, yoga, prayer, direct personal exploration, celebrations, sharing in community, and practicing being good stewards of the earth.
🍁 Our first event will be a Fall Equinox Celebration on September 21st at 3pm at Legacy Park in Lee's Summit, MO.
🎟️ More info and registration will begin tomorrow through Eventbrite. The listing will be posted here on fb.
✉️ If you would like to be on our email list for these events, please put in comments or send a PM.

09/04/2025

On Labor Day, Rev. Annika assisted her husband Hugh of Stillpaths with his forest bathing walk. She kept track of all the participants during the walk and facilitated the tea ceremony that completed the event. There were a few sprinkles during the walk but everyone stayed engaged with the mindful practices. Everyone enjoyed the event and expressed their appreciation for what they learned and experienced through nature.