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Spring Session 2010 classes

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Many on-campus classes are offered just once a year and some are available every alternate year. In addition, Sancta Sophia Seminary offers many one to three-day workshops on special subjects which are open to all.

February 20
Saturday AM & PM
Graduate Program Orientation for New Students

February 22 - 26
Monday – Friday, AM

GRADUATE PROGRAM TRIMESTER I:
CHRISTIAN THEOLOGY
"What is Mysticism?"
Jon Mundy, Ph.D.

The most beautiful and profound emotion we can experience is the mystical.
Albert Einstein

The Religious Experience Research Center at the University of Oxford showed that in the years between 1987 and 2000, while churchgoing fell by 20%, the number of people reporting mystical experiences increased by 60%. According to Gallup Polls, 1 out of 3 Americans has had a mystical experience.

There is something so compelling about the mystical journey that many mystics often spend their lives clarifying the experience. The deeper you go, the lighter you become, the easier the peace. Inner light wants to shine. Vision wants to be shared. Talking about mysticism is like rolling strawberry shortcake around on the tongue. It so delicious, it’s like falling in love again and again. What is this wonderful experience people are talking about? Why do we respond so deeply? What is Mysticism? we will address, clarify, and deepen this question.

$500

Jon Mundy, Ph.D. is an author, lecturer, and standup philosophical comedian. He taught university courses in philosophy and religion from 1967 to 2009. He is the publisher of Miracles magazine and the author of 8 books including his newest book, What Is Mysticism? He is part-time minister of the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Middletown, NY, and Senior Minister Emeritus of Interfaith Fellowship with services in Came Hall across from Carnegie Hall in New York City.

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February 27,
Saturday, AM & PM

SPIRITUAL MENTOR PROGRAM
Prayer and Meditation:
The Mystical Experience in Self and Others
Director, Rev. Carol E. Parrish, PhD.

The Spiritual Mentor Program prepares individuals to assist those who seek a personal relationship with the Divine Essence within themselves. A Spiritual Mentor is a catalyst, confidentially interacting with the seeker to stimulate the process of relating and responding to God as personally understood. This work transforms the mentor as well as the seeker.

This is one of three components required for Spiritual Mentor certification. Note: Spiritual Mentor Program classes are scheduled in conjunction with Graduate Week. Spiritual Mentor enrollees also participate in Grad Week activities with other seminary students.

$500 Grad Week plus $200 Spiritual Mentor activities ($700 total)

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March 1 - 5
Monday - Friday, AM & PM

CREATIVITY WORKSHOP
Sherry Robertson, MPS OTR/L, ATR

To provide a series of art activities that assist one in exploring self, facilitating creativity, and creating pathways of soul contact. These activities can be used for personal transformation as well as tools for assisting others in nurturing their soul contact. All art activities have the capacity of being used with a wide range of ages.

The sessions are to be broken down into the following components:

♦ Creating a sacred space, anointing of the hands.

♦ Use of art in providing a holding environment in which awareness and growth can be facilitated.

♦ Warm up activites.

♦ Guided experiental art activity with sharing.

♦ Didactic-Rationale of selected art activities, examples via Power Point pictures, to be done following sharing of the art activity.

♦ Closing of each session. Possible art activity to be done before next session, to facilitate art journal use and/or preparation for next session.

$250/270, lunch included

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March 20
Saturday, 11:15 AM - closing:

INTUITIVE SKILLS DAY

This insightful day begins at 10 AM with a lecture and message service ($4 donation). From 11:15 until closing, students and other workers share their personal intuitive skills astrology, numerology, psychic and Shustah attunements, Reiki, Healing Touch, and others in 15-minute private appointments ($8 each).

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March 22 - 27
Monday - Friday, AM & PM

ESOTERIC CHRISTIANITY I, II, III:
Rev. Carol E. Parrish

Sophia returns to the hearts and minds of her people, though she has been lost to many. Esoteric Christianity has always understood the transformational power of Wisdom. Judaism has Kabalah; Islam has Sufism and Christianity has its esoteric side, often called Sophianic. Mystery teachings provide access to the transformation process. May we greet Christ-Sophia within our hearts; may our path be wise. Understanding Esoteric Christianity changes the way we perceive the world in which we live. Join us in a fresh appreciation of the heart-centered path.
(Bring EC101, 102 & 103 lessons by Carol Parrish or Pay $75, for each set, material fee).

$250/270 includes lunch

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March 29 - April 3
Monday - Friday, AM & PM

ESOTERIC CHRISTIANITY I, II, III:
Rev. Carol E. Parrish

To find the real message of Christianity one has to sort out the gnosis from fiction. For centuries this has been the work, but today we consciously seek transformation as esoteric ideas are surfacing for those who are ready. Researchers, scientists, and translators are all doing their part in expansion of consciousness. This week we explore issues of mysteries, laws of life revealed, and powerful messages too often missed.
(Bring EC 103 lessons by Carol Parrish or pay $75 material fee.)

$250/275 includes lunch

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April 5 – 9
Monday - Friday, AM & PM

2010 SHOWCASE OF TALENTS
Rev. Carol E. Parrish, Guests & Talented Team

This special week is designed to showcase the experiences we encounter as the Lotus within each unfolds. Extended senses reveal the gifts of the spirit, music from within and the intuitive skills that are contained in the sacred space of each individual. Give to receive is a basic Law of LOVE. Each guest receives three private sessions with a trained worker.

This entire week is dedicated to a new appreciation of the potential to be discovered within the group as we showcase abilities and talents gathered for fun and games. Dedicated to providing new experiences and a fresh appreciation of one’s hidden self, this program encompasses two streams of wisdom: Wellness Self Love and Self Discovery. Write for interesting details as you make your plans to join us.

Special guests add to our fun. Mort and Barbara Nicholson add their unique touches. Frequent travelers with us, this couple has lots to offer will join us sharing their intuitive capabilities. He teaches us medical intuitive skills and she specializes in clearing our energies and not allowing intrusion.

$650 includes Housing and Meals

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April 10
Saturday, 1:00 PM

ORDINATON
Light of Christ Community Church

Sparrow Hawk Village, Tahlequah, OK - All are Welcome!

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April 19 - 23
Monday - Friday AM & PM

RITUALS: Ceremonies for Life
Rev. Retha Banez

In nine sessions, learn modern, holistic, and effective ritual processes that allow benevolent cosmic forces to move and work in a way of service particularly suited to the new Aquarian group energy. These rituals awaken greater appreciation of working with spiritual forces. Developing an appropriate sense of timing and right use of unfolding opportunities to bless and empower, renowned ritualist Rev. Banez equips us to work with the incoming Ray 7 energy.
CEU’s Pending

$250/275, includes lunch

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April 24 & 25, May 1 & 2
Saturday AM & PM, Sunday PM

EUCHARISTIC MINISTRY
Revs. Retha Banez & Bonita Plymale

This two week-end preparation for Lay Eucharistic Minister certification is offered for LCCC certified lay practitioners. The first week-end will consist of training in the preparation of this sacrament, including prayers and articles needed for communion in a non-church environment. Instruction includes how to establish areas of service in your community, as well as arrangements for consecration and delivery of Hosts. The second week-end, students will utilize their training in various staged environments and scenarios. Training will close by noon on the last Sunday with an anointing ceremony for prepared candidates. All ministers are invited to take this helpful training.

$150 plus $25 fee for communion kit and materials.

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April 26 - 30
Monday - Friday, AM & PM

TRADITIONAL SACRAMENTS
Rev. Retha Banez

Gain a deeper understanding of the sacraments as a means to more fully connect with divine love and inspiration. An experienced, dedicated minister will teach us how to use and distribute ever-present spiritual energies. Morning sessions offer discussion and instruction. Afternoon sessions provide practical demonstrations of sacraments and keys to revitalize these rituals of our faith. This class will equip us to cooperate more easily with the incoming Ray 7 energy of the Aquarian Age.
CEU’s Pending

$250/275, includes lunch

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May 8
Saturday AM & PM
Graduate Program Orientation for New Students

May 10 - 14
Monday – Friday, AM

GRADUATE PROGRAM TRIMESTER II:
TECHNOLOGIES FOR SPIRITUAL EMERGENCE
Facing Addictions and Their Meaning
Rusty Gillette, LPC, LADC, ESII & Juliann Gillette, MA

In this class we will take the spiritual journey of transforming our Co-Dependency and its role within the addictive family system. We will use trusted tools such as The Bowen Family System Theory as a special guide, as we keep a spiritual focus through developing a deeper understanding of the power of the Differentiation of Self. We will learn how Co-Dependency cannot sustain itself once one person within the addictive family begins the journey of recovery. The crisis of transformation for the Co-Dependent also calls for listening to the spiritual call and submission of recovery.
CEU’s Pending

$500

Russell “Rusty” Gillette, LPC, LADC, ESII, has worked in the addictions field for over 22 years. He has worked both as an administrator and a therapist in substance abuse, eating disorders, co-occurring disorders, and co-dependency. Rusty has worked with both adults and adolescents. He is currently the program director for the Residential Adolescent Substance Abuse/Co-occurring Program at the Tulsa Boy’s Home where he helped implement equine-assisted psychotherapy. Rusty received his bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Langston University and his Master’s degree in Human Relations from the University of Oklahoma. He is also a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC), and is an Equine Specialist II. Rusty has four children and four grandchildren. He and his wife Juliann have been married for ten years and reside in Tulsa.

Juliann Gillette, M.A. has been an educator for many years, and currently mentors new teachers and initiates hands-on environmental projects for Tulsa Public High Schools. With a Masters in English from the University of Minnesota, she is currenlty working toward a Spiritual Mentor Certification in the Sancta Sophia Seminary Graduate Program.

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May 15
Saturday, AM & PM

SPIRITUAL MENTOR PROGRAM
Spirituality and Dreams, The Shadow Self, Sexuality, and Relationships
Director, Rev. Carol E. Parrish, PhD.

Spiritual Mentoring requires learning the language of the higher nature and its inner contact. A deep understanding of the basic process of transformation is our focus, as well as the relationship to levels of self and to others, inner and outer.

This is one of three components required for Spiritual Mentor certification. Note: Spiritual Mentor Program classes are scheduled in conjunction with Graduate Week. Spiritual Mentor enrollees also participate in Grad Week activities with other seminary students.

$500 Grad Week plus $200 Spiritual Mentor Activities ($700 total)

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May 17 - 21
Monday - Friday AM & PM

TRAINING OF THE INITIATE
Rev. Margaret Stephens

On the Path of Return the aspirant must learn to develop a loving and balanced relationship with the instinctual nature, called “basic self” in the Huna wisdom tradition, and to appropriately utilize each level of consciousness. During this class the subconscious or basic self (which remembers everything) will be respectfully invited to move beyond the defense systems it constructed in its attempt to protect the vulnerable self within. As the basic self learns to trust the safety of the class environment, it will be shown how to release old memories and scar tissue that block the full expression of the authentic inner self. Harmony and balance can be restored and the conscious mind can experience a renewed sense of well-being and authentic power.
CEU’s Pending.

$250/275, includes lunch

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WEEKEND WORKSHOP EXTRAVAGANZA
with Lauren Lane Powell

May 21
Friday, 7:00-8:30 PM
Healing Through Music: Show Tunes for the 21st Century

Lauren will sing show tunes for the 21st century. All works are original, and her music speaks to us about peaceful possibilities for our lives. Lauren’s music is spirited and the energy of creativity shines through her when she performs.

May 22
Saturday, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Harmonies of Healing

Each participant will learn to create their own healing tones by remembering how to use the vibrational energy of their natural voice. Toning with our authentic voice can promote healing on many levels. Rediscover how to direct your voice with intention to relieve pain and stress.

May 22
Saturday, 1:30 - 4:00 PM
Toning Circle

In the circle, participants will explore the whole sounds of the Quartz Crystal Singing Bowls and the magical, meditational music of the “Freenote Wing,” along with our own healing vocal tones. In the circle, some hear the Angels call to them, while others identify with the oneness and unconditional love that we rarely feel in today’s world. ALL are deeply moved.

$60 for all events; $25 per workshop (Lunch included on Saturday)

Lauren Lane Powell has been passionately involved in the Arts all of her life. With a Bachelor’s degree in Music from Indiana University, her credits range from concerts and opera to Jazz dance and choreography. Lauren is also a gifted teacher, composer, arranger and performer. Lauren’s original music brilliantly weaves music and magic together, all being designed to carry each listener to a higher place.

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May 29
Saturday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

SATURDAY WORKSHOP
Shadow: A Journey Toward Personality Integration
Jay Semmler

Carl Gustav Jung, the founder of Jungian Psychology, explored the inner subjective world of the psyche developing a personal methodology of psychotherapy. This form of therapy relied heavily on exploring one’s dreams as a direct route and guide into the unconscious so that the personality could consciously dissolve restrictive and limiting energetic patterns known as a complex. The Archetype of Shadow is probably the easiest of the archetypes for most people to experience, and yet can hold a great deal of resistance for many. Resolution of this tension, or pattern of energy, is inherent in Jungian Shadow Work and an essential factor of personality integration. Jay has been working with a Jungian Analyst for a little over a year in Shadow Work. He offers personal insights of this process to engage participants in open dialogue with Shadow using creative expression, interaction, and the use of the Kabbalah Tree of Life and Haindl Tarot to explore the use of Shadow as a process of personality integration.

$50, Bring Bag Lunch, Coffee and Tea Available.

Jay Semmler, P.E., MA, is a student at Sancta Sophia Seminary. Jay currently is a professional engineer working for the Army Corps of Engineers in the area of urban flood control and dredging federal navigation projects. He does volunteer assistance at the Jung Center and Mystical Science Institute both in Evanston, Illinois and his goal in graduate work is centering on soul redemption of humanity with Mother Earth.

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