David Lorimer MA
The classical scholar Peter Kingsley has argued that the origins of Western philosophy are to be found in direct experiences – of mysticism and gnosis [STEs] – rather than in Socratic dialogue and reasoning, which was a later development. Sadly, western society has lost our roots and center represented by the Self, and our identity is primarily shaped by outer factors and quantitative perspectives of modern science.
Dr. David Lukoff, PhD – Circle of Honor Honoree
Spirituality and religion are important aspects of human diversity that should be explicitly addressed by healthcare professionals. Multicultural training is routinely included in coursework and internship programs, but it rarely includes training in Religious and Spiritual diversity. Yet polls show that spiritual and religious backgrounds, beliefs and practices, [and experiences (STEs)], are important in most people’s lives. Dr. David Lukoff is a co-author of the DSM IV and DSM 5 diagnostic category Religious or Spiritual Problem.
Betty J Eadie – Circle of Honor Honoree
November 18, 1973, Betty Eadie, author of Embraced by the Light experienced death and a profound Near-Death Experience, after hemorrhaging from surgery. That changed her life and sent her on a journey that continues today. Betty knows that life does not end when we die. Death is a rebirth into a spirit world of light and love, a transition from the physical to the spiritual that is no more frightening or painful than passing between rooms through an open doorway.
Father Charles Ogada
Father Charles Ogada
1971 – 2022
We are sad to inform you that Father Charles Ogada passed away on March 31, 2022, before he was able to give this planned presentation.
Nothingness is the Being of Everything! In this guided meditation Father Charles Ogada shall bring to our awareness experiencing that SILENCE between two consecutive thought waves, that STILLNESS between the inhalation and exhalation of breath, that PRESENCE behind every unfolding moment. THIS is the Truth of our true self.
Peter Panagore
“…when you pray, go to your inner room, close the door and pray to your Progenitor in secret. And your Progenitor, who sees in secret, will repay you.” Matthew 6:6
Centering Prayer is a method of meditation used by mystical Christians placing a strong emphasis on interior silence. Rev. Peter Panagore began his practice in 1977. Peter has co-taught Centering Prayer with Cynthia Bourgeault, an internationally acclaimed retreat leader and mystic.
Leo Bonomo
British Medium Leo Bonomo will share how mediumship and clear evidential mediumship is world changing and life changing. He will describe renowned British medium Mr. Leslie Flint’s direct-voice mediumship. Leslie Flint was the most tested medium of his day. He was bound, gagged, or held fluid in his mouth, yet “the voices still came.” Direct voice medium ship is still fairly rare today, and while it is still impressive it is not to the standard Leslie reached.