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 Welcome to Spring Quarter
2008.
- CHAKRA BOWLS MEDITATION
We will continue our chakra bowl meditation on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. The beautifully lit crystal bowls and the purity of their vibrations, combine to create a perfect atmosphere for meditation and energy balancing
- KIRTAN - DEVOTIONAL CHANTING
Our monthly Kirtans will continue on the 4th Tuesdays of the month. Kirtan is devotional chanting of the names of God, sung repeatedly in a responsive manner to raise the vibrations of the heart and mind. The chanting is done to live music.
- THE NATIVE AMERICAN TRADITION WITH GINNY NULL
Wednesday, April 16th, and Wednesday May 21st. Ginny Null will be with us at 7 p.m. to continue her wonderful evenings of spirituality in the Native American tradition. Since Ginny is Spirit-led the evening is always full of surprises.
- PRINCIPLES OF BUDDHISM
Venerable Wuling will be with us the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. starting in May. She will be teaching some of the basic principles of Buddhism. The talks are followed by discussion and a chanting meditation done while walking.
- THE PRACTICE OF ZEN MEDITATION WITH TOM PETERSEN
The first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. In Zen, the Mahayana branch of Buddhism centers on the role of zazen meditation as a spiritual practice. Tom Petersen of the Sanbo Kyodan Kamakura (Soto and Rinsai) lineage, will share teachings of this Buddhist sect, then lead the group in a silent zazen meditation. Love Donation.
- THE HINDU-CHRISTIAN DIALOGUE WITH BRADLEY MALKOVSKY
On Wednesday, April 2nd at 7 p.m. What conversations are going on between these two religions in the interfaith arena?
Dr. Malkovsky has been teaching Comparative Theology at the University of Notre Dame for fifteen years with a focus on the Hindu-Christian doctrinal and spiritual encounter. For the last six years he has been the editor of the “ Journal of Hindu-Christian Studies”. He lived and studied in India for five years in the 1980’s, and is a regular visitor there.
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THERAPEUTIC GRADE ESSENTIAL OILS SERIES WITH MARILEE SNYDER
On Tuesday, April 8th, the topic will be Theives Oil for Immune Support & Balance and Other Oils for Respiratory Support and Well-being. On Wednesday, May 7th, Healing Oils of the Scriptures and Their Uses. Wednesday, June 4th , Therapeutic Oils and Feeling: How scent effects our state of mind. How to lift our spirits with essential oils by releasing trauma. Speaker Marilee Snyder-Nieciak directs Michigan’s Sage Spirit Terra and is a Medical Intuitive, and Internationally Certified Quantum Biofeedback Practitioner . Love Donation.
- MASTERING THE SKILLS OF MANIFESTATION WITH PAUL RARICK
Join Paul on Wednesday, April 23rd at 7 p.m. to gain a unique insight into the 5 steps of the manifestation process and preview some of the powerful intentions he uses to help people become 100% resonant with being masterful manifestors of their intentions and desires. There will be live demonstrations using the WaveMaker, muscle testing by proxy and the Pure Awareness Techniques. For more information, visit Opitmal Life Coach
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WOMEN’S SACRED FIRE CEREMONY WITH DIANE WINN
On Saturday April 26th at 1 p.m. Diane will facilitate the ceremony of the sacred fire from the Cherokee tradition as taught to her by Momfeather. Momfeather has a Native American center in Mantle Rock, Kentucky. The coming together of feminine energy and spiritual insights make this a wonderful event. The fire will be followed by a potluck. Love Donation.
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CHRISTIANITY'S UNKNOWN GOSPEL WITH PAUL BRETSCHER
On Wednesday, April 30th at 7 p.m. Can Christianity not have fully understood its own Gospels? This is Pastor Bretscher's contention in his newest work, entitled “Christianity's Unknown Gospel”. When the words “This is my beloved son, with whom I am well pleased”, were spoken to Jesus, the “covenant of sonship” became firmly rooted in the identity of Jesus. Might it also mean, Bretscher puts forward, that it is WE who were meant for this title as well? A need for identity and self-worth characterizes all human longing and seeking. What would we look like if we, like Jesus, owned our true identity?
- THE EARTHKEEPERS' CEREMONY FOR PEACE WITH TRACY YOUNCE
Friday, May 9th at 7 p.m. Bring drums and rattles to help awaken sleepy Mother Earth and welcome her into Spring. This will be one of many ceremonies the Spirits have asked Tracy to lead for peace in 2008. Ceremony creates a world of balance, so each person can illuminate that which is within them, to transform and be in joy. Those opportunities arise during and after the ceremony -- opportunities to experience "buttons" being pushed in places in need of change or healing. Tracy is known for her study with many indigenous teachers and for keeping sacred circles of awareness and deep compassion for the Earth. Among many of her courageous adventures, she hiked the Andes - a woman alone-- in her youth! Tracy is the wisdom mother of the Blue Heron Clan of the Earthkeepers Native Traditions. Bring a folding chair or a blanket to sit on ifÊweather permits us to be outdoors, also folks need to bring a stone for the ceremony.ÊFor more information about the Earthkeepers go to Earthkeepers
- WOMEN'S FULL MOON CIRCLE WITH LORI ANN STEWART
On Friday, May 16th from 7 - 9 p.m. Topics include Ancient technology for radiating the beauty of the Divine Feminine; Creation of a Diety Yantra in the system of ancient Ayurveda; Mindful meditation on decadent dining; Potential for Full Moon fairy frolic (weather permitting). Bring the most decadant dish or snack or drink that you know. RSVP by calling Lori Ann at 574-344-1000.
- CULTIVATING FREEDOM FROM THE MIND WITH KAREN ANDERSON
An adventure in consciousness beginning on Friday, May 23rd from 7- 9 p.m. and continuing on Saturday, May 24th from 11 - 5 p.m. Friday night: Spotless Mind Transmission which dissolves the veils of the mind, catalyzing the direct experience of a spacious unblemished, quiet state of consciousness. On Saturday: First Session: The Unconsciousness Emergency Procedure: learn step by step what to do when "stuff" comes up. Second Session includes First Aid for the Egotic State. Transcending Beliefs: To get to the feelings and fears we hang on to we must get to the ideas and beliefs behind them. We will practice taking beliefs to the soul and receiving its wisdom about them. Third Session: Sacred Movement and Eye-Gazing Transmission of Grace. Suggested Cost: $60 - $75, $25 for Friday alone. Call 574-277-0034 to register.
- INTRODUCTION TO THE ISHAYAS
On Thursday, May 29th at 7 p.m. a monk from this ancient tradition will be with us to explain their techniques and practices of meditation. The Ishayas of the Bright Path Path teach effortless meditation techniques, known as Ascension Attitudes, and are available to all who seek direct experience of the nature of their very own Being. This Ancient and Powereful Technique is based on Praise, Gratitude and Love. It can
be used with your eyes opened and eyes closed, bringing greater joy and focus during the day, and happiness into all areas of your life. Website: The Bright Path Cost: Love Donation.
- DRUM MAKING WITH GINNY NULL
Saturday, May 31st from 10 - 4 p.m. Ginny will guide us in the making of our own Native American drums. The drums will be made from special drum kits and will be used in our Wednesday evenings with Ginny in our new 26ft. tipi.
Cost : The kits cost around $40. Call for registration: 574-277-0034.
- SACRED FIRE CEREMONY AND SUMMER SOLSTICE WITH BRUCE HARDWICK
On Saturday June 21st at 6:30 p.m. Bruce will be with us to light the sacred fire of peace. He has traveled all over the world lighting these fires. Each fire is started with coals from a pervious sacred fire so that the energy continues unbroken from fire to fire. Bruce is a wonderfully dynamic Native American from upper Michigan who is helping to spread the beauty of the Native American spiritual heritage to the world. Co-facilitated by Lem and Barbara Joyner. Cost: Love donation.
- LIVING THROUGH LOSS WEEKEND WITH GLENDA PEARSON
Beginning Friday, June 27th from 6 - 9 p.m. continuing on Saturday, June 28th from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. and ending on Sunday, June 29th at 12 noon. Glenda will facilitate a workshop for people who are working through loss of any kind. Loss of job, relationship, dreams, health, and loved ones are just a few. You will receive gentle, structured, respectful guidance as you honor your loss and set your intentions for healing. Cost: $75.00 for workshop only. $125.00 with overnight. (Food not included) Register by February 4th: 574-273-0888.
- THE TRANSCENDENTAL MEDITATION GROUP
Meeting on the 3rd Sunday of the month at 5 p.m., this group will focus on the continued practice of TM. For those who have been given the TM mantra this is an excellent chance to gain support and energy for you practice.
- YOGA
The 2nd, 3rd and 4th Thursdays of the month from 5:30 – 6:45 p.m. Led by Myra Summerlot, you will have a chance to experience the practice of Viniyoga, a gentle, meditative practice which focuses the mind and body to help them become balanced and clear. Cost: Love Donation.
- SUNDAY MORNING SOJOURN WITH JERRY JANKIEWICZ
Most Sundays at 10:15 a.m. Come join the wonderful loving energy of a small group of sojourners on Sunday mornings. From the reading of spiritual texts, to group discussion, to silent meditation, to the sharing of bread and the cup, you will find something to enrich your spiritual journey. In the next months we will be reading, discussing and meditating on the poems of the great Sufi mystic, Rumi. For more information e-mail Jerry Jankiewicz at large@michiana.org.
Contact us at 574-277-0034 or e-mail us at jhug@michiana.org
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