COURSE SCHEDULE
JANUARY, FEBRUARY, MARCH 2012
(All Classes meet weekly unless otherwise noted)
No charge. Suggested Donation--$5.00.
Please go to Announcements for cancellations and other pertinent information. Thank you.
JANUARY, FEBRUARY, MARCH 2012
(All Classes meet weekly unless otherwise noted)
No charge. Suggested Donation--$5.00.
Please go to Announcements for cancellations and other pertinent information. Thank you.
SUNDAY
1:30 —3:00 pm. REFLECTIONS ON AN AGELESS WISDOM Ongoing
Facilitator: Carol Hurd 1st & 3rd Sundays of the month
Join us as we study together The Mahatma Letters to A. P. Sinnett with the help of Joy Mills, a deep
theosophical student, international lecturer and teacher. Helena P. Blavatsky, the spiritual founder of the
Theosophical Society tells us that the Mahatmas are not spirits, but living men who have reached the pinnacle
of human evolution. The Mahatma Letters cover many aspects of everyday life as well as profound universal
truths. Joy helps to make the letters come alive. She makes us think about our own way of life and how it might
affect others. She gives us an opportunity to consider the Mahatmas' advice as if they were speaking directly to
us. Readers who ponder the statements quoted and the questions asked will find something that is likely to
have a transformative effect on their lives. Texts: Reflections on an Ageless Wisdom by Joy Mills and The
Mahatma Letters to A.P. Sinnett, transcribed and compiled by A.T. Barker.
1:30—3:00 pm. STUDIES IN THE SECRET DOCTRINE, VOL. 1, STANZA VI Ongoing
Facilitator: Carol Hurd 2nd & 4th Sundays of the month
Join us as we explore in depth the remarkable sweep and daring of the vision proclaimed in H.P. Blavatsky’s
Secret Doctrine, based on the ancient manuscript The Stanzas of Dzyan. In Stanza VI Blavatsky tells us that the
story goes from the coming into being of the whole universe to a concern with our own solar system, with the
planetary chains and rounds and especially with the history and evolution of the Earth and the humanity on it.
As we study together Blavatsky’s picture of the origin and workings of the cosmos and our place in it we shall
be led to a new and more encompassing world view that can make a difference in how we live our lives. Come
and join us even if you have not been attending. We will help you to catch up. Text: H.P. Blavatsky The Secret
Doctrine, Vol. I. Supplementary text: Sri Krishna Prem and Sri Madhava Ashish, Man, the Measure of All Things.
3:00—4:30 pm. SPEAKERS FORUM. Speakers and their topics are listed elsewhere.
4:45—5:45 Pm. QIGONG FOR EVERYONE Ongoing
Facilitator: Gentry Vitale 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month
The practice of Qigong is gathering and circulating internal energy with graceful movements to improve the
natural flow of energy through the body. Qi moves the blood. Mastering blood circulation is the heart of
Qigong. Through the practice of Qigong you receive stronger blood flow from specialized movements,
breathing techniques and meditation practices. Dr. Oz said, "If you want to live to 100... do Qigong." Please
wear loose fitting, natural fiber, and comfortable clothes.
6:00—700pm. BHAGAVAD GITA. Facilitator: Jane Cleary Ongoing
This final chapter of the Bhagavad Gita starts out with an in-depth analysis of the life of karma yoga (tyaga) and
the life of renunciation (sannyasa) In the process of this review various topics such as the three gunas, the
castes and stages in life arise for further scrutiny and are discussed and revisited. This in turn weaves in an
overview and review of the entire Gita with the end result being a focus on liberation (moksha). The Yoga of
Moksha and Sannyasa which is the title of this final chapter unfolds these topics so completely that all
participants are able to recognize and appreciate how a correct understanding and attitude towards action and
renunciation will indeed yield a knowledge of and abidance in the ultimate goal of moksha.
MONDAY
4:00—6:00 pm. GURDJIEFF FOURTH WAY STUDY GROUP AND DREAM CIRCLE Ongoing
Facilitators: Edgar Quiroga, Sy Ginsburg & Lillian Mayer
We start with a Dream Circle for 30 minutes, based on the work of Jung and Ashish. Then we explore the work
of Dr. Maurice Nicoll, a British psychiatrist, Jungian analyst and pupil of both Jung and Gurdjieff, who presents
the teaching from a psychological perspective. Weekly self-remembering exercises are given to be practiced in
the midst of life (the Fourth Way) and self-observations are shared. Through these exercises we learn how to
become free from identification with fears and desires. These identifications are blocks to the intentional effort
required for the constant recollectedness of our true Self with the discovery of who we really are and what is the
purpose of our human life. Text: Nicoll, “Psychological Commentaries on the Teaching of Gurdjieff and
Ouspensky, Vol. II” and “An Open Window: Dream as Everyman’s Guide to the Spirit” by Sri Madhava Ashish.
6:30—8:00 pm ESOTERIC TEACHINGS SIMPLIFIED FOR THE 21ST CENTURY Ongoing
Facilitator: Jurgen Kruppa
This course will be based on the book "The DIAMOND LIGHT", which offers the teachings given to Alice Bailey
in a short, concise and simple form. The book will be used as a guide; references from Bailey's original 24
books will be introduced and discussed on an 'as required' basis.
It is recommended that all attendees purchase the books "The DIAMOND LIGHT" and "The AMETHYST LIGHT"
by Violet Starre.
TUESDAY
10:15—10:55 am. ESOTERIC MEDITATION IN SILENCE Ongoing
Facilitators: Ralph Beaudry, Theresa Lawrence
Please come on time. Doors are closed promptly
If you wish to stand in higher consciousness, you must learn to stop the thoughts of the chattering mind so that
insight can be received from higher mind. Silent meditation will help you to do this. Participants sit in silence
for approximately forty minutes using whatever meditational technique they prefer to help stop thought. There is
no music, no chanting, no aural mantra. This group practice encourages us to maintain our daily silent
meditation at home on a regular basis.
11:00—11:55 am. THE ADVAITA MASTERS STUDY GROUP Ongoing
Facilitators: Ralph Beaudry, Theresa Lawrence
Advaita, is one of the world’s most ancient philosophies. This study of Advaita is to personally discover unity,
one without a second; to identify Self. We have begun “The Ultimate Medicine,” the last prescribed book of Sri
Nisargadatta Maharaj. These discourses are between the master and his visitors. They are his final teachings.
12 Noon—1:30 pm. ESOTERICA Ongoing
Facilitators: Ralph Beaudry, Theresa Lawrence, Peter Lombardo
Esotericism? Hermetics? Occultism? What has modern science discovered? Explore these subjects and
others that make up the landscape of inner inquiry. A fun filled forum to share your ideas and questions. A
Meal for the Mind follows at a local restaurant at 1:30 pm where the discussion continues.
7:00 pm. A COURSE IN MIRACLES (ACIM) Ongoing
Facilitators: Marjorie Miller and Manuel Pereira
ACIM is an application of Love, Healing and Forgiveness…From an introduction to A Course in Miracles: “This
course does not aim at teaching the meaning of love, for this is beyond what can be taught. It does aim,
however, at removing the blocks to the awareness of love’s presence… [It] can therefore be summed up very
simply in this way: “Nothing real can be threatened. Nothing unreal exists. Herein lies the peace of God.”
WEDNESDAY
5:15—6:30 pm. MEDITATION—SITTING PRACTICE AND INTEGRATION INTO YOUR DAILY LIFE
Facilitator: Tony Spatarella Ongoing
This class focuses on calming meditation, insight meditation (Vipassana), chakra purification and Tantric
visualization meditations. There is also some discussion on how to integrate the practice into our lives on a
daily basis.
7:00 pm. SRI DAKSINAMURTI STOTRAM OF SRI SANKARACARYA Ongoing
Facilitator: Jane Cleary
Sri Daksinamurti Stotram of Sri Sankaracarya – is a text which unfolds the relationship between (a) the Infinite
Whole or Brahman, (b) the Creation through understanding and attention to the Creator and (c) the individual
person in pursuit of Self-Fulfillment. Daksinamurti is the name given to the Teacher who is none other than a
manifestation of the Creator. Through the descriptions of this Teacher given by Sri Sankaracarya in the verses
of this text, the Non-Dual Vision in which one discovers one’s own Limitlessness, Total Awareness and
Fullness is unfolded. For those of you who are engaged in a pursuit focused on the search for Self-Fulfillment,
it does not get any better than what is found in the contents of this text. This is due to the fact that it enables you
to discover the truth of yourself as being the ultimate source of everything that you are forever seeking
elsewhere but are ever unable to keep within your grasp. Since knowledge is always as good as the object that
is being studied, in this instance the pursuit of Self Knowledge, as presented in this text, results in Self-
Fulfillment.
THURSDAY
4:00—6:00 pm. HEALTHY LIVING Facilitator: Danuta Sagnard NEW!!!
1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. Jan. 5 & 19, Feb. 2 & 16, March 1 & 15.
Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Come to this study group to explore the practical applications of
alternative methods of healing and staying fit. Using the teachings of alternative doctors to discuss kinesiology,
bio-energetic diagnostic tests, remedies, nutrition type for age appropriate exercises.
FRIDAY
4:00—6:30 pm. EXPERIENCE WELLNESS Facilitator: Kameelah Aqeel Ongoing
Last Friday of the Month—January 27, February 24, March 30.
Rediscover ancient practices and learn techniques to stimulate health in your body. Explore rejuvenating
adventures from meditation and bath house jaunts to creating vegan, quick and delectable organic recipes to
Soul redemption through theatrical improvisation and stage play. We suggest loose fitting natural fiber attire.
Bring your favorite crystal and aromatherapy, a towel or thick padding to lie on and an open mind.
SATURDAY
8:30—10:30 am. ESOTERIC SCHOOL OF THEOSOPHY EST Members Only
1st & 3rd Saturdays of the Month
You must be a member of the EST to attend. After you have been a member of the Theosophical Society for 2
years or more, you are welcome to apply to the EST and may join if you are willing to meet their requirements
and to follow their discipline. For more information see Carol Hurd, dhurd39239@aol.com or call 954-420-
0908, leave a message and Carol will return your call.
11:00 am. EXERCISES IN AWARENESS Facilitator: Jurgen Kruppa Ongoing
The application of Metaphysical Principles in everyday life
12:45—1:30 pm. THEOSOPHY, THE AGELESS WISDOM OF LIFE
Facilitators: Carol Hurd, Jurgen Kruppa, Sam Scime, MD, Lee Mendelson, Renate zum Tobel, Lillian Mayer
The human passion for understanding ourselves and the world around us puts us on a quest for self-
discovery. We use Theosophy as a way of answering the "big" questions of life by trying to reconcile the varied
approaches of science, philosophy, and religion without the limiting aspects of dogma. This on-going class is
designed to offer a taste of various topics with which Theosophy is concerned. This will introduce new
members and inquirers to a basic understanding, while refreshing the understanding of a more seasoned
theosophist, and serve to offer further exploration (via references for supplementary reading found in each
chapter of the book). Text: Theosophy: An Introductory Study Course by John Algeo available for $10 at the
Theosophical Society.
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2 :00-4:00 pm. B.O.T.A. Studies of the Tarot. Facilitator: Lynn Boatwright Ongoing
Second Saturday of the Month—January 14, February 11, March 10.
Builders of the Adytum (B.O.T.A.) is a true Mystery School, an outer vehicle of the Inner Spiritual Hierarchy,
sometimes called the Inner School. Its system is that of the Western, Qabalistic-Hermetic tradition. An
important part of B.O.T.A. work involves the study of Tarot. Tarot is one of the foremost aids to spiritual
transmutation as the series of Tarot keys is a record of the inner knowledge of the western sages in picture
form. It is this use of Tarot that our presentations will employ, not any common use such as fortune telling.
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“The Secret Doctrine teaches the progressive development of everything, worlds as well as atoms; and this
stupendous development has neither conceivable beginning nor imaginable end.”
—The Secret Doctrine by H.P. Blavatsky
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TO ALL OUR FRIENDS
If you are in sympathy with our 3 objects (see below), we cordially invite you to become a member of the
Theosophical Society. You may pick up an application any time at our counter. Members receive 25%
discount on all purchases plus access to our Lending Library. More importantly, membership is an
outward sign of your inward commitment to the ideals and the work of the Theosophical Society.
THREE OBJECTS OF THE THEOSOPHICAL SOCIETY
To form a nucleus of the universal brotherhood of humanity without distinction
of race, creed, sex, caste, or color;
To encourage the comparative study of religion, philosophy, and science;
To investigate unexplained laws of nature and the powers latent in humanity.
THEOSOPHICAL MOTTO: There is no religion higher than truth
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The Theosophical Society does not endorse any doctrines, opinions or statements made by any of its
presenters or facilitators. There is complete freedom of thought within this organization. Any statements
made by presenters or facilitators represent their own opinion and not necessarily that of the Theosophical
Society as a whole.
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