"A Planetary Awakening is a book for the new millennium. It offers clarification and understanding of the present crises facing humanity and our planet and the opportunities these provide to those who seek a closer relationship with the soul and what lies beyond. In a readable, conversational style, Kathy Newburn skillfully presents the timeless insights of the Ancient Wisdom teachings and the way by which we can fulfill our destiny of serving the underlying purpose and plan for humanity. This book is essential reading for all those who strive to respond to the note of truth within the heart and mind and to expand the consciousness by reaching out towards a higher reality."

Belinda Baird, Teacher
Wellington, New Zealand

upcoming EVENTS

 

ONGOING: WHITE MAGIC Study Group
Facilitated by Kathy Newburn

An Introduction to Subtle Energy Bodies and Techniques of Spiritual Training for Healing Ourselves and the Planet

2nd Monday of each month, from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Join this monthly discussion group on developing techniques for integrating with the soul, through working with the rhythm of the incoming seventh ray energy.

The goal of white magic is to learn to align with soul energies for healing and spiritual growth both for ourselves and for the planet as a whole. You will learn simple yet powerful concentration techniques: to strengthen visualization skills, to purify and stimulate the subtle bodies and to create new energy patterns in your life.

East West Living
78 Fifth Ave @ 14th St.
New York, NY
$5 Café charge.

A Planetary Awakening:  Book signing and Lecture

Thursday, April 17, 2008, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Pebble Hill Interfaith Church
www.pebblehillchurch.org

An Introduction to the Seven Rays and Esoteric Astrology
Monday, April 21, 6:30 pm

The teachings on esoteric astrology and the Seven Rays found in the teachings of theTibetan and Alice Bailey offer prophecies for a planetary expansion of consciousness, and provide tools that help us integrate with our higher self and soul’s destiny.

NCGR New York
Joanna Shannon Library
39 Fifth Ave (@11th St.0
$5 members; $10 non-members

A Planetary Awakening:  Book signing and Lecture
Saturday, April 26, 2008, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Vision Quest Metaphysical Bookstore
2225 N. Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85257
$10 charge.

Workshop at the Annual International Conference of the Seven Ray Institute
Saturday, May 3, 2008
Mesa, Arizona

A PLANETARY AWAKENING: Healing the Planet and Ourselves. We are moving through a transition period, a time of crisis and opportunity, as we prepare for entry into a new age and new state of consciousness. This workshop will focus on the subjective underpinnings of the present situation in light of the Ageless Wisdom prophecies and what we can do to prepare ourselves and become more effective agents of change. Topics considered will include the Aquarian Age; astrological and ray influences; group work, initiation, and the emergence of the Ashrams. By learning to work with the rhythms and cycles of nature and the cosmos, we can cooperate in a vast movement for planetary change and transformation. The subtle bodies can be clarified through the use of simple yet powerful techniques and mantric phrases that aid the process of harnessing the mind and build in new patterns at the fundamental, energetic level. (www.sevenray.net

The Taurus Full Moon of the Buddha
Monday, May 19, 2008. 8-10 p.m.
$10 at the door

East West Living
78 Fifth Ave @ 14th St.

Legend has it that each year at the time of the Taurus full moon, a sacred ceremony is held in a remote valley in the Himalayan mountain range in which a group of enlightened teachers gather to bless the Earth.

This is the highest point of spiritual impression in the annual cycle. Many seekers throughout the world link up with this event and share in the opportunity to receive and share this blessing with the world. At this time it is as if a door stands open in consciousness through which light and inspiration can flow to humanity and all life forms. Lecture, discussion, and meditation.

MANIFESTING THE SOUL OF THE NATION: Releasing the Energy of Love
A Preparatory Event for the June full moon.
Sunday, June 15, 2008 2-5:00 p.m.

Location: East West Living, 78 Fifth Avenue, New York NY
Admission is free; donations gratefully accepted.

Join us for a panel discussion on the spiritual destiny of our nation and the ways in which spiritual seekers from varied traditions can contribute to a heightened awareness of our collective opportunity and responsibility in this year of decision.

This gathering is being held just before the June full moon to cooperate with the sacred energies available to Humanity at this time for a great inpouring and release of the energy of Love. By joining together in a spirit of unity and goodwill we can create a channel through which healing and inspiration can flow that can help to heal and uplift our world and all life forms.

This event will bring together lecture, group discussion, art, music and meditation to celebrate humanity's striving towards the Light.

Speakers:

Edgar Lansbury: acclaimed Broadway producer, and President of the Nicholas Roerich Museum in New York. Mr. Lansbury has lectured widely for the Museum as well as having produced a score of Broadway and off-Broadway plays, including "The Magic Show," which introduced Doug Henning to audiences, and the London and New York productions of "Gypsy," starring his sister, Angela Lansbury. His international productions have included "Godspell" and "American Buffalo," which won the Critics' Circle Award

Barbara Velazquez, Ph.D.: founder and President of the Spiritual Unity Network (SUN), a non-profit, organization whose goal is to assist in a transformation of human values and the creation of a better world. She also spearheaded the founding of the Taskforce for Humanity Coalition whose purpose is to encourage the progressive community to work together in shared purpose and mutual empowerment.  She is on the boards of Worldwide Renaissance, and Voices Around the World. Dr. Velazquez is a Clinical Psychologist in private practice and has been an adjunct professor at the College of St Elizabeth and at Kean University. In addition, she has worked as a Grant Writer/Administrator at the Youth Development Clinic in Newark. Past president of the Surya Theosophical Study Center, Dr. Velazquez is also a teacher of the Ageless Wisdom Tradition.

Rabbi Joseph H Glberman, Ph.D., a modern Hassidic Rabbi in “the Way of Martin Buber. Through his teachings and ministry the Rabbi has dedicated his life to furthering understanding and cooperation among the world’s faiths. At 71 he established “The New Seminary” and at 87 he founded “All-Faiths Seminary International” as a school devoted to helping working professional people bring spirituality into their work place. Rabbi Gelberman is widely recognized as a modern master of the teachings of the Kabbalah.  He is the author of seven books, including The Kabbalah as I see It and Spiritual Truths.

Kathy Newburn, a long-time student of the Ageless Wisdom teaching, works for the Seven Ray Institute and teaches Ageless Wisdom classes in various parts of the world. She edits The Journal of Esoteric Psychology and is the author of A Planetary Awakening: Reflections on the Writings of the Tibetan in the Works of Alice A. Bailey.

The New Psychology: An Introduction to the Teachings on the Seven Rays
Tuesday,  June 24
6:45 pm – 9:30 pm
Cost: £10
Location: Poplars Cottage,  Churchland La.   Sedlescomb, E. Sussex 
Contact:  Janet Derwent sundialcentre@ talktalk.net

A Planetary Awakening
Wednesday,  June 25
6:45 pm – 9:30 pm
Cost: £10
South Birchette, Stockland Green Rd.  Speldhurst  
Contact:  Janet Derwent, sundialcentre@talktalk.net

Healing Ourselves and the Planet
Friday,  June 27
12:00 shared Lunch
1:30 – 4:30 workshop
Cost: £10
Location: 134 Hempdean Road, Caversham, Reading
Contact:  Heather Giles, heathergiles@tiscali.co.uk 

A Planetary Awakening – Healing Ourselves and the Planet
Monday,  June 30
10:30- 4:00 pm
Includes shared picnic lunch.
Cost: £35
Courtyard Lodge, Mellow Farm, Redmarley d’ Abitot, Glos
Contact:  Janice Dolley, 01452 840033or info@wrekintrust.org

A Planetary Awakening
Wednesday,  July 2
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Cost: £7
Location: Hamblin Hall, Bosham House, Bosham Chichesterz
Contact: Carol Duncan, info@wrekintrust.org

The Seven Rays and Esoteric Astrology
Saturday,  July 5
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Cost: £7
Location: The Hayloft Centre for healing and Meditation, Palmers Road, Elmsworth, Hampshire
Contact: Dinah Lawson, dinah.lawson@btinternet.com

A Planetary Awakening
Monday, July 7
6:45 pm – 8:15 pm
Cost: £5
Location: The Sanctuary of Healing
Contact:  Sheila Fish, sheilafish6@aol.com

Techniques of Spiritual Training – Healing Ourselves and the Planet
Tuesday, July 8
Time To be announced
Cost: £10
Location: The Sanctuary of Healing
Contact:  Sheila Fish, sheilafish6@aol.com

Thursday, July 10: Talk in Dublin            
Contact: Timmons_Ger@emc.com

Saturday, July 12:  Workshop in Cork
Contact: Timmons_Ger@emc.com