Public
Lectures and Events Public
Lectures and Events
All events are held in the lodge (in the same building as Quest Bookshop and the lending library), at:
717 Broadway Avenue East, Seattle, WA 98103 (206) 323-4281
·Suggested
Donation is $5.00 - $10.00, except some special events
·Most Sunday events start at 4:00pm - special events
scheduled as noted
·Parking may be difficult so allow extra time for arriving
·Sunday Morning Meditation: 2nd & 4th Sundays, 10 am -
OPEN TO ALL!!
The Theosophical Society in Seattle 717 Broadway East Seattle, Washington 98102 (206) 323-4281 invites you to enjoy its Public Lectures, Workshop & Sunday Morning Open Meditation
Your Donations are important to us. They literally keep the heat and lights on and make it possible for us to show some appreciation to our speakers who donate their time when presenting our programs. No one will ever be turned away for lack of funds. Yet we ask you to be as generous as you can be within our expanded "suggested" range of $5- $10 for a lecture and $40 -$60 for a day long workshop. Thank you!
EVENTS
April, 2004
Sunday, April 4 4:00pm
HEALING BLOCKS TO HEALING
Ned Wolfe
In this 90-minute presentation, Ned Wolfe will discuss the dynamics of healing and how we often unwittingly block this natural process. Healing techniques will be demonstrated, beliefs that block healing will be identified, and exercises offered that facilitate natural, effortless healing. Participants are invited to bring a journal and to be willing to explore areas of imbalance within their own lives. Ned is a counselor and a natural healer, 18 years in private practice. Author of Awaken Your Power to Heal, he has studied the role of energy in healing throughout his career.
Sunday, April 11 4:00pm
THE UNIVERSE, LIFE & EVOLUTION
Sandor Szabados
The current view in biology is that evolution is non-intelligent, naturalistic (i.e., solely the result of natural causes) and purposeless, and that human beings evolved from lower life forms by accident. Sandor will present the key arguments supporting the theory of Intelligent Design, a relatively new body of thought making some large waves in the scientific world, which claims that existence as we know it cannot be called accidental. Supported by recent discoveries in the natural sciences, Intelligent Design has gained support from some of the top scientists in the world. Sandor, who has his MA in the History of Science and who has taught at the University of Honduras, has made this a subject of focus for decades.
Sunday, April 18
4:00pm
ALCHEMY—TURNING YOUR LIFE INTO GOLD
Sue Prescott
Alchemy means transformation whether it is transmuting base metals into gold or changing the base aspects of our personalities we so act in harmony with all of life. Sue will explore alchemy’s ancient roots and the meaning behind its myths and symbols, which speak to the purpose of life and spiritual enlightenment. Author of Realizing the Self Within, a book on accessing one’s own inner wisdom, Sue is a social worker, therapist, life long theosophist and frequent lecturer for the Theosophical Society.
Sunday, April 25 4:00pm
IF MORNING NEVER COMES: A NDE
Bill VandenBush
Many of us have heard about the phenomenon of dying and coming back into our body, called the “near-death experience”. What would it be like to die in the midst of combat and then returned changed? Those of us who have heard Bill speak know that his account of what happened to him on April 17, 1969, after months of fighting in Vietnam, is one of the most amazing stories of this kind you’ll ever hear. Bill is the author of If Morning Never Comes, and has appeared on radio and TV programs all over the country.
Sunday, May 2
4:00pm
RELIGIOUS SYMBOLS OF TRANSFORMATION:
AN ILLUSTRATED LECTURE
Martin Leiderman
Religions throughout history use symbols to express the Divine Wisdom. Symbols, through their geometrical forms, colors, numerical patterns and compositions, speak directly to our Soul. H.P. Blavatsky, in her writings which draw upon the Great Religions of East and West, provides various KEYS of interpretation of these symbols. This guidance reveals the history and illuminates the future of the Kosmos – and of Humanity in search of Spiritual transformation. In this lecture, these symbolic keys will be presented and illustrated in the form of Gods and Goddesses, Angels, Temples and Mandalas, taken from sources of ancient and modern religions, mystery schools, Kabala, Alchemy and other sources. Martin is a national and international speaker for the Theosophical Society, well known for his ability to make abstract, metaphysical ideas accessible to a participating audience.
Martin will be presenting an intensive workshop for members of the Theosophical Society from Friday night, April 30th through noon on May 2nd.
Sunday, May 9 4:00pm
THE WORLD MOTHER IN HER MANY GUISES
Willamay Pym
Known as Gaia, Isis, Heavenly Sophia, Kwan Yen, the Virgin Mary as well as many other names, the divine feminine has shown itself from time immemorial in all cultural traditions of the world. On this appropriate occasion we will examine many guises and the abstract metaphysical ideals behind the universal feminine. A member of the TS for nearly 70 years, Willamay has served the society in multiple ways. She is known for the participatory style of her presentations.
Sunday, May 16 4:00pm
WHERE DRAGONS DANCE
Magical Strings in Concert
With dancing hammers and pulsating strings, Philip and Pam Boulding create the distinctive music of Magical Strings, described by The Washington Post as “warm, graceful and sonically gorgeous.” A tightly-knit blend of Celtic harps and hammered dulcimers are colorfully augmented by pennywhistles, concertina, valiha (Malagasy harp) and storytelling. Their energetic arrangements of Celtic music and their own engaging compositions intertwine Celtic roots with classical and world music influences. They have toured and recorded with Dan Fogelberg, appeared on “A Prairie Home Companion,” performed sold out tours in Japan, and won several awards in Ireland. Philip also builds harps and offers classes in Seattle, while Pam teaches music and painting at Waldord schools. Their music is rooted in a spiritual life that embraces many traditions, and is inspired by the beauty of nature.
Sunday, May 23 4:00pm
WORLD PREDICTIONS
James Kelleher
James Kelleher is a dynamic speaker and one of the country’s leading Vedic astrologers. He always brings a variety of charts of people and countries currently in the news, presenting them in ways understandable to both astrologers and non-astrologers. He includes the spiritual dimension.
Sunday, May 30 Memorial Day Weekend. No Program
Workshops -
Half and Full Day Workshops - Register by calling Quest Bookshop 206 323-42811, or register on line
(Reminder: No one is turned away for lack of fees)
Mandala:
The Primal Pattern of the Circle
Saturday, April 3rd 9:30 am to 1:00 pm
A Morning Workshop with Bailey Cunningham
Suggested Donation: $35.00 - $45.00
Join Bailey Cunningham, author of MANDALA:
Journey to the Center, and Executive Director of the Mandala Project (www.mandalaproject.org)
for an illustrated presentation on the primal pattern of the circle. No
experience required! All art materials supplied.
In this workshop you will:
·Learn about the history of
the mandala pattern in science, culture and art
·Explore ways to use
the mandala to experience peace and wholeness
·Have fun creating a
personal mandala using archival quality materials for a lasting art piece
In 1996, Lori Bailey Cunningham founded, and now directs, The Mandala Project a non-profit organization that promotes peace through art and education. Her book offers an illustrated feast of mandalas, from science and nature to cultural and spiritual art. Bailey lives on Fidalgo Island with her husband and assorted animal friends.
Mary Magdalene:
A Gnostic Mystery
Saturday, May 22nd 9:30
am to 1:30 pm
A Morning Workshop with Stephan A. Heller,
PhD
Suggested Donation: $35.00 to $45.00
A concentrated seminar on the Gnostic truth behind the DaVinci Code and related literature. Who was Mary Magdalene? What is the true feminine secret of the Gnosis? What of the Grail, the Knights Templar, and the rumors of a bloodline descending from Jesus and Mary Magdalene?
The speaker will also discuss the new
translation of the Gospel of Mary Magdalene from the Berlin Codex.
Dr. Hoeller is author of Gnosticism; The Gnostic Jung; and the just published
The Fool’s Pilgrimage (dealing with the Tarot). He is a treasured
seminar presenter during his infrequent visits to Seattle, combining wit,
compassion, deep scholarship and a personally profound perspective. He is
currently a bishop of the Ecclesia Gnostica.
The Inner
Activist: Spirituality, Esoterics,
and World Service
Saturday, June 5th 10:00
am to 5:00 pm
A Day Long Workshop with David
Spangler
Suggested Donation: $45.00 - $65.00
(Lunch Included)
This one-day workshop with David Spangler focuses on ways of engaging through our inner spirit and energy with collective issues in society and in the world. Such issues might be political, economic, environmental or social – or may arise from natural or humanly created disasters. There is no substitute for physical engagement, and this workshop is not about retreating from the world. It is, however, about ways of expanding our engagement to bring to bear non-physical resources and capacities that we also have within us. Not everyone is called by temperament or circumstance to be an outer activist, but everyone shares the collective fields of energy which humanity is creating. From that shared space, we each can act in positive, non-adversarial, and compelling ways. This workshop explores how we may do this.
First recognized for his work and insights in the development of the Findhorn community, David has continued as a NW teacher, author, and participant in the Lorian Association. He lectures and leads workshops throughout this region, urging us to become active participants in the multiple levels of our consciousness.
The Seven Rays:
An Adventure in Self-Discovery
Friday June 11th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
An Introductory Friday Night Lecture by
William Meader
Saturday, June 12th Day Long workshop:10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Suggested Donation $45.00 to $65.00 (lunch included)
According to Esoteric Philosophy, all of creation comes into being through the interaction of seven great streams of energy (Rays). These Rays condition all life upon our planet and every human being is subject to their influence. From a spiritual perspective, an understanding of the Seven Rays may be crucial, for it is said that every Soul is found upon one of these divine Rays. To understand one’s Soul Ray is to discover one’s essential nature and spiritual purpose in Life. In short, there are seven types of Souls, each having a particular quality seeking to be expressed in the outer world.
The Friday night session will be introductory. Those interested in the Sunday workshop will be asked to fill out a questionnaire at the end of the evening, which William will review, and comment on before the workshop to help each participant more fully understand their own Ray. (Those wishing to attend on Sunday may pick up a questionnaire in library or bookshop, filling it out and returning it by Friday evening.) It is not necessary to attend the workshop in order to come to the introductory session.
By the end of the workshop, participants will:
*Discover the unique ray nature of their Soul & the divine purpose it seeks to express (Questionnaire used: Seven Ray Inventory)
* Acquire a wealth of theoretical & practical information on each of the seven rays
* Ascertain a key to their spiritual transformation by understanding the relationship between Soul Ray and Personality Ray
* Discover how to relate more effectively with others by considering their distinctive ray patterns.
For over 20 years, William Meader has been a student and teacher of the Esoteric Philosophy. Much of his work has been focused on the subjects of White Magic, Esoteric Astrology and the Science of the Seven Rays. He is also an experienced teacher of various meditation practices. At present he is teaching in the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. He resides in California and can be reached at: www.william@meader.org.
On Sunday, June 13, William will lead a 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm workshop on Esoteric Astrology at the Interfaith Church in Ballard (1763 NW 62nd. Seattle, 98107 206.783.1618 www.interfaithcommunitychurch.org )
Special
Wesak Meditation
Monday, May 3rd 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Legend has it that the significant events of the Buddha’s life – birth, enlightenment, and death – all took place on the full moon in Taurus; and that each year, at this time, there is a special blessing by him of the earth. For several years now, the TS in Seattle has shared one of the rituals designed to commemorate this day. Please join us.
SERVICES OF THE THEOSOPHICAL SOCIETY IN SEATTLE
Sunday Morning Meditation at 10:00 AM - Open to
All
Theosophical Lending Library
A Research Library and Learning Center now inviting new members and patrons.
Library fees ($20 annually) This service is included in your membership if you
join the TS in Seattle.
Hours: Open Saturday, Sunday, and Tuesday 1:00 to 6:00 pm.
Open Monday and Wednesday Noon to 5:00 pm
Theosophical Lending Library
A Membership Library, Volunteer Run
Open Saturday, Sunday & Tuesday, 1pm.- 6pm
Open Monday & Wednesday, Noon to 4pm
Telephone: 206 323-4281
Quest Bookshop
Over 10,000 books in stock
Open at 11am Seven Days a Week
Telephone: 206 323-4281