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#6001 Awitchcraft (wicca 101 and Beyond)This course is intended for both the beginner and intermediate student. Each week will be an in-depth focus on one particular area of the Craft: defini-tions, history, philosophy, holidays, ritual tools, divination, magic, Gods and Goddesses, covens, modern traditions, current resources, etc. No par-ticular tradition will be emphasized but the focus will rather be on the rites and symbolism that most traditions have in common. Mike Nichols is the celebrated author of “The Witches’ Sabbats” book and website, and contributing author to “Creat-ing Circles & Ceremonies.” Please bring $5 for materials.CONVENER: Mike Nichols (913-707-1198) E-mail: [email protected] FEE: $16Sec. A: 12 sessions; Thursdays, beginning January 29; 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM; Location to be announced; LIMIT: 27
#6002 Achakras, Auras, and energyThis lecture will talk about the energy field sur-rounding the body, and the many outside influences that can damage it. We will explore how to repair, reclaim, and reboot this energy field. A healthy energy field brings balance to the physical body, manifests money and attracts love. Lauarlei is a gifted channel, and has communicated with spirits and her angels since childhood. Please bring $5 to class for materials.CONVENER: Lauralei Bradley (816-931-0116)E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.whitelightbookstore.comCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Wednesday, February 4; 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM; White Light Holistic Resource Center, 1607 W. 39th St., KCMO;LIMIT: 10
#6003 Athe spiritual Path—heart or mind?Join us and look at how various religions approach the spiritual experience and the awakening of the soul. Tape recorders are welcome. Bring $2 mate-rial fee to class.CONVENER: Jerry & Michael White (816-331-4715) E-mail: [email protected] FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Sunday, March 29; 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM; 701 Pawnee Ln., Belton, MO, 30 minutes from midtown KC or Overland Park: 71 hwy, exit at 163 (Y hwy), right through the traf-fic light. Go to the 4-way stop at Cambridge (Heartland Baptist Church on the right) Turn right on Cambridge to 3rd street on right, Pawnee.; LIMIT: 15
#6004 Aintroduction to the mystery school of Ancient egyptCome and learn what the ancient Egyptians thought about magic and why they didn’t need to hide their mysteries. This class will include the first mystery lesson exactly as it was taught in the Egypt of the Pharaohs (except in English). We strongly encour-age you to come prepared to participate as well as observe. Bring $2 for materials to class. Tape re-corders are welcome. Please call or email convener for directions.CONVENER: Jerry & Michael White (816-331-4715) E-mail: [email protected] FEE: $9 + $2 material fee = $11Sec. A: 1 session; Sunday, April 19; 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM; 701 Pawnee Ln., Belton, MO, 30 minutes from midtown KC or Overland Park: 71 hwy, exit at 163 (Y hwy), right through the traf-fic light. Go to the 4-way stop at Cambridge (Heartland Baptist Church on the right) Turn right on Cambridge to 3rd street on right, Pawnee.; LIMIT: 15
#6005 A or Bdances of Universal PeaceA class offered using simple movements with singing accompanied by music, whereby Sacred Phrases and Inspiration from various world reli-gions are given expression. This musical method of prayer, meditation and affirmation seeks to provide the participant with an experience of joy, peace, love and unity.CONVENER: The Kansas City Sufi Community (913-905-4783)Web site: www.shiningheartcommunity.orgCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Thursday, February 12; 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM; Sec. B: 1 session; Thursday, March 19; 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM; MEETS: Body & Soul Yoga Center, 649 E. 59th, KCMO, 59th & Holmes; LIMIT: 15
#6006 Amedicine wheel ceremonyCreated by Cherokee medicine man War Eagle at the time of the harmonic Convergence, at a place where a rainbow ended seventeen years earlier, this medicine wheel is dedicated to the healing of the Earth and all on it. Come add your stone, your prayers and your energy to 600 stones from all over the world-from Machu-Pichu to the Palace of the Dali Lama. Bring your favorite food to share after the ceremony. Please call or email conveners for directions.CONVENER: Jerry & Michael White (816-331-4715) E-mail: [email protected] FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Sunday, April 26; 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM; 701 Pawnee Ln., Belton, MO, 30 minutes from midtown KC or Overland Park: 71 hwy, exit at 163 (Y hwy), right through the traf-fic light. Go to the 4-way stop at Cambridge (Heartland Baptist Church on the right) Turn right on Cambridge to 3rd street on right, Pawnee.; LIMIT: 15
#6007 ABasics of BuddhismHave you always wanted to understand Buddhism? Buddhism is a 2,500 year old tradition that teaches us how to end pain and suffering in ourselves and others. This twelve week course will cover all the basics including: meditation instruction, life of the Buddha, basic Buddhist teachings, three schools of Buddhism and much more. Each class will begin with an optional meditation from 7:00 - 7:30 PM. Please bring $20 for workbook to first class. Lama Chuck is co-founder of the Rime Buddhist Center. He is an authentically ordained Lama in the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Buddhism and writes a monthly column on Buddhism for the Kansas City Star.CONVENER: Lama Chuck Stanford E-mail: [email protected]; Web site: www.rimecenter.orgCLASS FEE: $16Sec. A: 12 sessions; Wednesdays, beginning January 28; 7:45 PM - 9:00 PM; Rime Buddhist Center, 700 West Pennway, KCMO, (N. on I-35, exit on W. Pennway, take a left, RBC on right); LIMIT: 50
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#6008 A or BA course in miraclesA Course in Miracles is a spiritual teaching that has been spreading around the globe since the mid 70’s and has been translated into more than 10 lan-guages. It is a course in mind training that teaches “Nothing real can be threatened, nothing unreal exists. Herein lies the peace of God.” Visit a group that has been meeting since 1992 which includes all levels of students. Barbara has been a student and teacher of A Course in Miracles since 1991, is a therapist/spiritual guide who uses the principals of the Course and recently retired from a long career as a psychiatric social worker in the KC area.CONVENER: Barbara Heckathorn (816-756-2648)E-mail: [email protected] FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Monday, January 26; 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM; Sec. B: 1 session; Saturday, February 7; 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM; MEETS: 3611 Wyoming #1, KCMO; LIMIT: 12
#6009 Aintroduction to the temple of the goddessThe Temple of the Goddess is a gypsy sort of space-it can be anywhere and everywhere for it is within those who carry the vibration of the balance between the Divine Feminine and Divine Masculine. Come celebrate the Divine Feminine within! Sacred space, guided meditation , calling the directions, honoring Spirit, and honoring the Divine Spark within each of us included in this powerful evening.CONVENER: Kim Oursler (816-510-4391) E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.goddess.meetup.com/287CLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Monday, May 18; 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; Unity Temple on the Plaza, 707 W. 47th St., KCMO;LIMIT: 15
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#6010 AJesus and the goddess in divine BalanceJesus and the Goddess in Divine Balance Explore Christ Consciousness in perfect alignment with the teachings of our Earth Mother. Breathe in the ancient wisdom that has been hidden from the sacred texts for centuries. Discover actual images of the Feminine Face of God in early Christianity. Questions welcome, theology explored, answers inspired! Please bring $5 to class for materials.CONVENER: Kim Oursler (816-510-4391) E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.goddess.meetup.com/287CLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Tuesday, February 10; 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; Unity Temple on the Plaza, 707 W. 47th St., KCMO; LIMIT: 15
#6011 Athe Urantia BookIf you are interested in the really, really big picture and want to know what’s going on here, this is the book. We will discuss the history of the cosmos, the local universe, local system and planet Earth (Urantia). In my opinion this book contains the best account of the life and teachings of Jesus available. First published in 1955 the book has an interna-tional following and has been translated into many languages. Barbara is a hospice social worker with a small private psychotherapy practice and enjoys studying and teaching spirituality and theology.CONVENER: Barbara Heckathorn (816-756-2648)E-mail: [email protected] FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Wednesday, February 11; 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; 3611 Wyoming #1, KCMO; LIMIT: 12
#6012 Aintroduction to spiritual toolsKeeping up with the frenetic pace of our society requires a variety of spiritual tools that may be used to keep our energy levels harmonious with ourselves, our loved ones, our co-workers, and our environment. Discover a few energetic practices that can immediately dispel negative energy, raise the vibration of happiness and pleasure, and help calm your mind. Please bring $7 to class for materials.CONVENER: Kim Oursler (816-510-4391) E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.goddess.meetup.com/287CLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Monday, February 23; 7:00 PM - 9:00 AM; Phoenix Herb Company, 4305 Main Street KCMO; LIMIT: 15
#6013 ABeyond BeliefsWe explore spiritual topics free from religious dogma. It is a chance to examine our beliefs and choose which to keep and which to discard. This is a compassionate and supportive community of people in which we find our own truths free from judgementalism or advice. Ben integrates Buddhist, Christian, Hindu and science in his practical ap-proach to “waking up.”CONVENER: Ben Worth (816-210-3378)E-mail: [email protected] Web site: theamericanbuddhistcenter.orgCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Tuesday, January 27; 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM; St. Garabed’s Armenian Church, 4400 Wyoming, KCMO; LIMIT: 20
#6014 AAllfather odin & heathenryThe pre-Christian Folk religion of the Northern European people is alive and well today. This course will discuss the god Odin, and his place in the Lore/Mythology as well as his place in the modern practice of Heathenry. Longtime heathens, new heathens, and just “the curious” will find this course interesting... Mark Stinson is a founding member of Jotun’s Bane Kindred, a local heathen group in the Kansas City Area. He serves as a Folk-builder in Kansas and Missouri for the Asatru Folk Assembly. Mark is a police sergeant and father of three. He committed himself to Odin and the Aesir in June of 2007.CONVENER: Mark Stinson (816-809-5601)E-mail: [email protected]; Web site: www.ghostvigil.comCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Sunday, February 22; 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM; University Center, Rm. 147, 50th & Rockhill Rd., UMKC Campus, KCMO; LIMIT: 30
#6017 Acreating sacred space in your homeWe live in a world of chaos and all too often neglect our need for sanctuary. Come learn simple ways to create sacred space in your home. Discussion will be tailored to the specific needs of participants. Participants will participate in a house blessing.CONVENER: Regina Compernolle (816-547-0266)E-mail: [email protected] FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Thursday, February 5; 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM; Call Regina for directions.; LIMIT: 12
#6018 Awicca, what is it All About?This class is for all of those with questions about what Wicca is, and exactly what Wiccans believe and do. Whether you have heard about Wicca through news reports or from Hollywood, in the movie “The Craft” or the TV show “Charmed” or perhaps you have a loved one or friend who is ei-ther Wiccan or expressed an interest in Wicca. This is your opportunity to learn about real Wiccans and common misconceptions. Then you can have your questions answered by a panel of practicing Wiccans. Jeff has practiced Wicca as both a solitary and within a coven for the last 7 years. Currently he leads the Elohim Lushede Coven.CONVENER: Jeff (816-682-2220) E-mail: [email protected] FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, May 9; 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM; Plaza Library, Large Room, 48th & Main, KCMO; LIMIT: 30
#6019 Alabyrinth explorationExplore the richness of an outdoor labyrinth, an ancient device used for centering the human spirit and connecting to the divine. In this class, partici-pants will learn about the history of the labyrinth and have the opportunity to walk one. Dress for the outdoors.CONVENER: Dave Mareske (913-441-0451)E-mail: [email protected] FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Sunday, April 26; 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM; Hollis Renewal Center, 11414 Kansas Ave, KCKS (Call for directions), I-70 to 110th St. (exit #410) go away from KC speedway. Street before fire station is Kansas Ave, dead ends into Hollis Center (for a map visit the Hollis website).; LIMIT: 20
#6201 Aintroduction to Falun dafaFalun Dafa (or Falun Gong) is an advanced qigong practice based on the universal principles of truthfulness, compassion and forbearance. Falun Dafa helps improve the health of mind and body through four sets of exercises and meditation. Tens of millions of people from over 50 countries have obtained health benefits from the practice. Dr. Brian Kuang earned his PhD. in Physics from Kan-sas State University in 1997. He started to practice Falun Gong in 1988 and now promotes Falun Dafa in the Greater Kansas City area.CONVENER: Brian Kuang (913-962-6382)E-mail: [email protected] FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, March 21; 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM; Uni-versity Center, Alumni Rm., 50th & Rockhill Rd., UMKC Campus, KCMO; LIMIT: 20
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#6015 Aexploring the Big QuestionsIs there a Creator? What is truth, death, the mean-ing of good and evil, the purpose of life? How does personal spirituality relate to institutional religion? The workshop leaders will present material that addresses these questions from The Urantia Book, a recent source of deep religious significance. Partici-pants in the workshop will dialogue to provide their own understanding regarding these topics. Susan Cook belongs to Interfaith Committee, The Urantia Book Fellowship and others; Peter Laurence, Ed.D.directs the Education as Transformation Proj-ect at Wellesley College and its coeditor of “Studies in Education” and “Spirituality” book series.CONVENER: Susan Cook & Peter Laurence (816-716-4944)E-mail: [email protected] FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, March 14; 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Haag Hall, Rm. 212, 52nd & Rockhill Rd., UMKC Campus, KCMO; LIMIT: 15
#6016 Aexploring the Four Agreements/miguel ruizWe will discuss The Four Agreements by Miquel Ruiz and explore their impact on our attitudes and actions in daily life. Experience the difference that putting these agreements into practice makes: Be Impeccable with your Word; Don’t take anything Personally; Don’t make Assumptions; Always do your Best. Ahura has been teaching meditation, psychic development and Reiki healing for over 20 yeas. She has been living with and teaching about the Four Agreements for nearly a decade.CONVENER: Ahura Basir (816-374-5988) E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.soulessencehealing.comCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Thursday, March 19; 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM; CoreStar, 6045 Martway, SMKS 66202; LIMIT: 10
34 winter ‘09 Free For Umkc stUdents register By Phone! 816-235-1448#6202 AA Path with heartThe focus of this class is reading and discussion of original spiritual essays by local free-lance writer Dawn Downey (dawndowney.com). This is pre-ceded by a meditation period. Ben Worth, founder/director of the American Buddhist Center, leads the discussions.CONVENER: Ben Worth (816-210-3378)E-mail: [email protected] Web site: theamericanbuddhistcenter.orgCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Wednesday, February 18; 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM; St. Garabed’s Armenian Church, 4400 Wyoming, KCMO; LIMIT: 20
#6203 Ameditation workshopMeditation has been proven to lower blood pres-sure, relieve stress, help you cope with anxiety. It has also been shown to be very effective with chronic pain, insomnia, and panic disorder. In one class you will learn this simple technique that can change your life. This class is based upon the work of Jon Kabat-Zinn of the Stress Reduction Clinic at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center. The class will begin with an optional meditation from 7:00- 7:30 PM. Lama Chuck, cofounder of the Rime Buddhist Center, is an authentically ordained Lama in the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Buddhism and writes a monthly column on Buddhism for the Kansas City Star.CONVENER: Lama Chuck Stanford E-mail: [email protected]; Web site: www.rimecenter.orgCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Wednesday, January 28; 7:45 PM - 9:00 PM; Rime Buddhist Center, 700 West Pennway, KCMO, (N. on I-35, exit on W. Pennway, take a left, RBC on right); LIMIT: 50
#6204 AAwareness trainingAwareness Training involves a three step process to experience relaxation, stress reduction, and spiritual insights. It has been developed over twenty years. It integrates a number of spiritual traditions to bring about more peace and happiness. Ben is the director of the American Buddhist Center which he founded in 1996. He has been sharing his spiritual journey for over twenty years and integrates Bud-dhist, Christian, Hindu and science in his practical approach to “waking up.”CONVENER: Ben Worth (816-210-3378)E-mail: [email protected] Web site: theamericanbuddhistcenter.orgCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, February 7; 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; St. Garabed’s Armenian Church, 4400 Wyoming, KCMO; LIMIT: 20
#6205 Awomen’s re-Birthday of sacred PlayEight hours of Meditation: silent, guided, moving; Art: clay, wise-woman weed walk; Play: sing-ing bowls, sacred bells, healing drums, women’s voices; Vision: astrology, tarot, shamanic journey, intuitive healing; nourishing food and laughing women. Bring a vegan dish to share.CONVENER: Regina Compernolle (816-547-0266)E-mail: [email protected] FEE: $14 + $20 material fee = $34Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, April 18; 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM; Call Regina for directions.; LIMIT: 10
#6206 APeace within: learning to meditateDon’t be put off by thinking that meditation is not for you because you can’t still your mind. It’s easy, enjoyable and produces many benefits, such as: less stress, better health, more wisdom, guidance, feel-ings of joy, connection, inner strength, and more. Carol will teach you all you need to know to do it successfully, whether for spiritual purposes or sim-ply for relaxation. Carol Meyer, MA in Theology, is a spiritual teacher and counselor with a passion for meditation and sharing this gift with all. Please bring $3 to class for materials.CONVENER: Carol Meyer (913-677-8672) E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.wisdom-ways.orgCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Tuesday, March 3; 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; 5019 W. 56th St., Roeland Park, KS, 3 blocks west of Roe; LIMIT: 12
#6207 A or Bmeditation for everyoneThis is an experiential class for begin-ners and experienced meditators alike. We will incorporate a brief walking meditation, a relaxation meditation, an energy center/chakra meditation as well as a guided meditation into the evening with some discussion. Ahura has been teaching medita-tion, psychic development and Reiki energy healing for over 20 years.CONVENER: Ahura Basir (816-374-5988) E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.soulessencehealing.comCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Thursday, March 5; 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM; Sec. B: 1 session; Thursday, April 16; 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM; MEETS: CoreStar, 6045 Martway, SMKS 66202; LIMIT: 15
#6208 Akrishnamurti: the Best class you will ever take on meditationBecause of the unusual nature of this class, knowl-edge of meditation of psychology is helpful. Topics include: 1) Meditation. How it works, and why common methods can be ineffective. 2) How to stop conflict and confusion in the mind effortlessly, anytime, anywhere 3) 24 hour a day, functional, meditation 4) How to stop any habit 5) Focus without concentration. 6) The transformation of the mind. 7) The transformation of pain into beauty. No breath focusing. No mantras. No visualization. No subconscious influence. We’ll discuss and practice meditation for the first hour and then watch a film about Krishnamurti, one of the most unique and powerful religious teachers in the world. An all day long meditation, that if practiced, brings psycho-logical change that can be delightfully rewarding.CONVENER: Marcus Williamson (816-531-6155 )CLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Friday, February 13; 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM; Royall Hall, Rm. 311, 52nd St. Between Rockhill and Holmes, UMKC Campus, KCMO; LIMIT: 20
#6301 Athe haunted heartlandThis class will examine haunted locations in Mis-souri and surrounding states. Places to be discussed include the Warner House in Kansas City, the Lemp Mansion in St. Louis, the Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, the Coleman Theater in Miami, Oklahoma and the ghosts of Fort Riley, Kansas. Come and discover just how haunted the Heartland really is! Chris Brethwaite is a paranormal re-searcher, investigator, and author. He is a cum laude graduate of Arizona State University, and has a mas-ter’s degree in liberal arts from Baker University.CONVENER: Chris Brethwaite (816-353-6639) E-mail: [email protected] FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Tuesday, February 24; 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; Central Library, Rm. 312; 14 West 10th Street (corner of Balti-more and 10th), KCMO; LIMIT: 25
#6302 Aclairvoyance and Astral travelClairvoyance and astral travel are an ancient Chi-nese arts of the Imperial Healing Warriors. Since they had to know where to go to seek the sick, they used a form of clairvoyance and astral projection. Bring a picture of anyone, anything or any place to use in the psychic portion of the workshop. Dr. Banuelos is a naturopathic doctor, sound therapy practitioner, and master level in the Imperial Heal-ing Warriors Fraternity. Bring $35 (optional) for 2 books on CD, “Astral World” and “Clairvoyance,” and handouts.CONVENER: Lupe Banuelos (816-645-9630)E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.meetup.com/Imperial-Healing-WarriorsCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, March 21; 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; Royall Hall, Rm. 212, 52nd St. Between Rockhill and Holmes, UMKC Campus, KCMO; LIMIT: 15
#6303 AAura training—learn to see and read AurasThe Imperial Healing Warriors developed a form of training the pupil to be able to see the Aura and interpret the colors around the Aura. We’ll be practicing, seeing the Aura on humans then take the colors and interpret their meaning. Anybody can do this with practice. Dr. Banuelos is a naturopathic doctor, sound therapy practitioner, and master level in the Imperial Healing Warriors Fraternity. Bring $35 (optional) for color interpretation charts and hand-outs.CONVENER: Lupe Banuelos (816-645-9630)E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.meetup.com/Imperial-Healing-WarriorsCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, March 28; 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; Royall Hall, Rm. 212, 52nd St. Between Rockhill and Holmes, UMKC Campus, KCMO; LIMIT: 30
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#6304 Athe inner space connectionLearn what being psychic is and how to bring it out. You will be reading tarot, doing psychometry, using numerology and more. Each week we will cover different aspects of ESP. Come join us in a joyous trip of self-discovery. Tape recorders are welcome. Bring $25 material fee to first class. This compre-hensive class includes course #6305A - 6316A.CONVENER: Jerry & Michael White & Linda Wilkes (816-331-4715) E-mail: [email protected] FEE: $16Sec. A: 13 sessions; Saturdays, beginning January 31; 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM; 701 Pawnee Ln., Belton, MO, 30 minutes from midtown KC or Overland Park: 71 hwy, exit at 163 (Y hwy), right through the traffic light. Go to the 4-way stop at Cambridge (Heartland Baptist Church on the right) Turn right on Cambridge to 3rd street on right, Pawnee.; LIMIT: 12
#6305 A—#6316 Athe inner space connection: Psychic BitesLearn what being psychic is and how to bring it out. You will be reading tarot, doing psychometry, using numerology and more. Each week we will cover different aspects of ESP. Call or email conve-ner for directions. Classes meet from 2-4 PM.CONVENER: Jerry & Michael White & Linda Wilkes (816-331-4715) E-mail: [email protected] FEE: $9#6305A; Psychic Brain; 1 session; Saturday, January 31; Mat fee $2#6306A; Tarot;1 session; Saturday, February 7; Mat fee $2#6307A; Using Energy: Magic and Healing; 1 session: Saturday, February 14; Mat fee $8#6308A; Stones and Other Oracles; 1 session; Saturday, February 28; Mat fee $2#6309A; Psychometry;1 session; Saturday, March 7; #6310A; Handwriting Analysis;1 session; Saturday, March 14; Mat fee $5#6311A; Numerology; 1 session; Saturday, March 21; Mat fee $5#6312A; Reincarnation Karma & The Purpose of Life; 4 sessions; Saturdays, beginning March 28; Mat fee $10#6313A; Out-of-Body; 1 session; Saturday, April 4; #6314A; Dowsing; 1 session; Saturday, April 11; Mat fee $5 #6315A; Soul Ages w/ Michael Charts; 1 session; Saturday, April 18; Mat fee $15#6316A; Astrology; 1 session; Saturday, April 25; MEETS: See Class #6302 A for directions; LIMIT: 12
#6317 APsychic developmentThis is an experiential class that will help you un-derstand some of the awesome innate Psychic gifts that you posses as well as how and where you can use them. This will include intuition, remote view-ing, and ancient healing techniques. Sharon Rodri-guez has facilitated Chakra Meditation, Celestine Prophecy, and Psychic Development Workshops in the Midwest, nationally, and internationally. She is an Intuitive Counselor, Reiki Master and Certified Attunement Practitioner. Bring $5 for materials to class.CONVENER: Sharon Rodriguez (913-406-7064) E-mail: [email protected] FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, February 21; 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM; Second Floor Board Room, 8826 Santa Fe Drive, Overland Park, KS; LIMIT: 20
#6318 AParanormal investigations: the experiencesWe’ll discuss what it is like being on a paranormal investigation. We’ll describe some of Ghost Vigil Investigations’ best cases, sharing the history of some of the locations we’ve been to, as well as our own strange experiences on these investigations. Photos will be shared during the class as well as thoughts on how to find natural explanations for seemingly paranormal experiences. Mark is the cofounder and lead investigator for Ghost Vigil Investigations, a paranormal investigation organiza-tion based out of Kansas City. Ghost Vigil is a TAPS Family team. Jamie is the case manager and lead planner.CONVENER: Mark Stinson & Jamie King(816-809-5601) E-mail: [email protected]; Web site: www.ghostvigil.comCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Sunday, March 8; 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM; Uni-versity Center, Rm. 147, 50th & Rockhill Rd., UMKC Campus, KCMO; LIMIT: 23
#6502 Aeducation in the Philosophy, science, and Art of happinessFrom Aristotle’s eudaimonia in the Golden Age of Greece, to Montessori’s objective methodol-ogy of rational education, to Positive Psychology promoting the science of happiness, we begin an exciting intellectual journey of discovery. Learn to open new windows on the world of values, virtues, and character strengths, knowledge which helps to enrich life with meaningful purpose, ennobling joy, and lasting fulfillment. Randall celebrates his joyous early retirement by wide-ranging inquiries into new fields of Positive Psychology, happi-ness research, scientific realism, naturalism, and objectivism.CONVENER: Randall Holcombe (816-370-3041)E-mail: [email protected] FEE: $14Sec. A: 2 sessions; Thursdays, beginning February 19; 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; Location to be announced; LIMIT: 25
#6503 AAn introduction to g.i. gurdjieffGeorge Ivanovich Gurdjieff was a spiritual teacher, traveller, and mystic. He spent much of his life spreading a message of self-awareness in one’s daily life and humanity’s place in the universe. In week one we will explore “Meeting with Remark-able Men” a movie by Peter Brook followed by short discussion. Six pages will be passed out for reading for the next weeks discussion. In week two, the movie “Seekers of Truth” will be shown with a discussion following. Mark has been a member of Gurdjieff Foundation of KC for 16 years.CONVENER: Mark Esping, Dory Wheatley & Allene Dennis E-mail: [email protected] FEE: $14Sec. A: 2 sessions; Saturdays, beginning February 21; 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM; Haag Hall, Rm. 109, 52nd & Rockhill, UMKC Campus, KCMO; LIMIT: 20
Philosophy#6501 Aintroduction to objectivism: the Philosophy of Ayn randAuthor and philosopher Ayn Rand wrote such best-selling novels as “The Fountainhead” and “Atlas Shrugged.” She called Objectivism “a philosophy for living on earth.” It holds the view of “man as a heroic being, with his own happiness as the moral purpose of his life, with productive achievement as his noblest activity, and reason as his only abso-lute.” This course will introduce the basic ideas of Objectivism and their application to everyday life.CONVENER: Kurt Colville & Darren Cauthon (913-232-8797) E-mail: [email protected] FEE: $14Sec. A: 2 sessions; Thursdays, beginning January 29; 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; Location to be announced; LIMIT: 40
#6319 AUFo encountersListen to what many scientists, pilots, former military officers and others have said about the reality of UFO encounters on this recent DVD from the Disclosure Project. Book available for $25 with greatly expanded information including contact groups.CONVENER: Jerry White (816-331-4715) E-mail: [email protected] FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Sunday, May 3; 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM; 701 Paw-nee Ln., Belton, MO, 30 minutes from midtown KC or Overland Park: 71 hwy, exit at 163 (Y hwy), right through the traffic light. Go to the 4-way stop at Cambridge (Heartland Baptist Church on the right) Turn right on Cambridge to 3rd street on right, Pawnee.; LIMIT: 20
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