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Workshops 2003

 

January 2003

Bringing Spirit, Peace and Healing to the World
with Myron Eshowsky in East Lansing, Michigan
January 30th, 6-8 pm    *Free
Unitarian Universalist Church
peacehealing.org

Year long Peacemaking, Shamanism and Healing Intensive
with Myron Eshowsky
January 31-February 2  (Course is FULL.)

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February 2003

Living the Good Life
     Opening our Hearts:  Freeing our Minds:  Healing our Souls
with Kate Durda and Stephanie Tighe in Lansing, Michigan
Thursdays, February 6 to March 13
6 pm to 7:30 pm
This course is offered through Sparrow Hospital.

Shamanism:  Spiritual Practice for Daily Life
with Kate Durda in Lansing, Michigan
February 8, 9 am - 4 pm
This course is offered through Sparrow Hospital.

Personal and Environmental Transformation: Medicine for the Earth
with Kate and Stephanie in Lansing, Michigan
February 22-23, 9 am - 9 pm on Saturday, Sunday 9 am - 5 pm
This workshop is based on the work of Sandy Ingerman in her most recent book, "Medicine for the Earth". Kate and Stephanie were trained by Sandy to teach this work (refer to website).
www.shamanicvisions.com/ingerman.html

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2003 Partial list

March 2003

Shamanic Journey Circle in Lansing, Michigan
March 11th and 25th
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Cost  $donation 
This Circle is open to all persons who know how to journey.   Call or e-mail for location.
 

Shamanism and the Creative Power of Emotion with Evelyn Rysdyk and Allie Knowlton in Lansing, Michigan March 22-23 9 am - 4 pm Cost is $ 150 Evie and Allie are healers and educators who will explore with us how our emotions and feelings affect the ways our bodies function and our immune system, even changing our DNA. Evelyn is the author of Modern Shamanic Living. See www.spiritpassages.com

Join Evelyn Rysdyk, author of Modern Shamanic Living for a brief talk examining how the seemingly different worlds of quantum physics, medicine, psychotherapy, and ancient spiritual traditions are finally finding common ground.  A powerful guided imagery will be a part of this program and she will be signing copies of her book after the presentation. 
************************ Schuler Books and Music in Okemos, Michigan     Thursday, March 20  at 7:30PM

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 The Way of the Shaman
with Myron Eshowsky in Lansing, Michigan
March 1-2   9 am - 5 pm both days.
This workshop is prerequisite for Foundation for Shamanic Studies Advanced Workshops
Cost is $180.00
In this workshop , participants are introduced to core shamanism and initiated into shamanic journeying.
Note: this is prerequisite for all advanced FSS training.
See www.shamanism.org or http://www.communityshamanism.com

“Seeking Peace in a Time of Fear”, a one day Conference on Peace and Healing
with Myron Eshowsky, Stephanie Tighe, Kate Durda, and others in Cleveland, Ohio
March 8, 2003     Cost:  donations gratefully accepted
Children Welcomed
peacehealing.org

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April 2003

Shamanic Journey Circle in Lansing, Michigan
April 8th and 22nd, 2003
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Cost  $donation 
This Circle is open to all persons who know how to journey.   Call or e-mail for location.

Shamanism:  Introduction to the Shamanic Journey
with Kate Durda in Lansing, Michigan
April 12, 2003  9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Cost is $55 if registered before April 6th, after that the cost is $65
One of the definitions of spiritual is “of, concerned with, or affecting the soul”.  This workshop is for those who are interested in exploring the role of spirituality in their life, health, and overall well-being, and in how to develop or deepen your spiritual life.  We will be focusing primarily , but not exclusively on the practice of Shamanism, which is the oldest recorded form of spirituality known.  It is a personal spiritual practice, and a healing practice, not a religion.  You will receive instruction in the practice of the Shamanic Journey, one of the most remarkable visionary methods used by humankind to explore the hidden universe of Spirit. We will utilize drumming to shift our consciousness, and we will also incorporate ceremony, affirmations, song, movement, prayer, and other spiritual practices to deepen our spirituality.  Bring a blanket and eye cover.  Upon registration you will receive directions to workshop location. 

 

	Women and Bear Medicine * Part I with Carol Proudfoot-Edgar near Kalamazoo, Michigan April 24-27, 2003   (4 days/3 nights)
Four day residential training, which is prerequisite for Part II. In this workshop you will be introduced to the major shamanic themes and activities of Bear Medicine. Advanced Bear Medicine to be held in Fall, 2003. Prerequisite: ability to journey into non-ordinary reality and work with power animals. See description of *Bear Medicine* and more at: www.shamanicvisions.com <>return to top

MAY 2003

Shamanism: Spiritual Practice for Daily Life (Introductory workshop)
with Stephanie Tighe, in Lansing, Mi. at Sparrow Center for Health Humanities and Well Being
Saturday, May 3, 2003   10am to 4pm 
$60/person  Pre-registration is required :Call  517.364.2764 (Sparrow)
One of the definitions of spiritual is “of, concerned with, or affecting the soul”.  This workshop is for those who are interested in exploring the role of spirituality in their life, health, and overall well-being, and in how to develop or deepen your spiritual life.  We will be focusing primarily , but not exclusively on the practice of Shamanism, which is the oldest recorded form of spirituality known.  It is a personal spiritual practice, and a healing practice, not a religion.  You will receive instruction in the practice of the Shamanic Journey, one of the most remarkable visionary methods used by humankind to explore the hidden universe of Spirit. We will utilize drumming to shift our consciousness, and we will also incorporate ceremony, affirmations, song, movement, prayer, and other spiritual practices to deepen our spirituality.  Bring a blanket and eye cover.  This workshop is being held at the Sparrow Center for Health, Humanities and Well Being in the Sparrow Professional Building, Suite 111,  1200 East Michigan Avenue, Lansing

 

Year long Peacemaking, Shamanism and Healing Intensive
with Myron Eshowsky
May 30-June 1, 2003  (Course is FULL.)

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June 2003

Visit Kate and Stephanie on June 14-15 at the Women's Wisdom and Wellness Conference in Lansing, Michigan!! 
Kate will be leading an introductory workshop about shamanic journeying at 4:30 pm on Saturday.  For more information on the conference visit the website at www.mystic-family.com.   His Holiness Gayuna Cealo will be present on Sunday from 3-5 pm.

NEW! June 14-15, 2003

Personal and Environmental Transformation:
Medicine for the Earth                            
with Kate and Stephanie in Lansing, Michigan 
June 14-15, 2003
$95 by  June 1 ($110 if registering after June 1).
Two day experiential workshop is based on the work of Sandy Ingerman in her most recent book, "Medicine for the Earth" (recommended reading prior to participating in this gathering).  Kate & Stephanie have worked with Sandra extensively and  were trained by her to teach this work.  For info about Sandy Ingerman and/or Medicine for the Earth, see www.shamanicvisions.com/ingerman.html and http://www.medicinefortheearth.com

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Shamanism:  Introduction to the Shamanic Journey
with Kate Durda in Lansing, Michigan
June 30, 2003             6-9 pm     $35
Shamanism is an ancient and powerful spiritual practice utilized throughout history and still today to restore spiritual and physical health and obtain self-knowledge. The Shamanic Journey has been called one of the “most remarkable visionary methods used by humankind to explore the hidden universe otherwise known mainly through myth and dream”.   This will be an experiential workshop,  based upon the Foundation for Shamanic Studies (www.Shamanism.org) “Core Shamanism” approach (those aspects of Shamanism that were common cross-culturally, and  central to all Shamanic practice). You will learn methods for journeying to discover, and study with your own individual spiritual teachers in non-ordinary reality, a classic step in shamanic practice. Bring a journal, frame drum or rattle if you have them.   Please wear comfortable clothing, warm socks, & bring a bandanna or eye cover.  Bring rattles/frame drums if you have them. Since often people prefer to journey while lying on the floor, you may want to bring a mat to lie on and a blanket to cover up with.
TO REGISTER: Call Kate Durda at 517 667-0694…Directions and further instructions will be given to you upon receipt of registration…

 

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July 2003

Shamanism:  Introduction to the Shamanic Journey
with Kate Durda in Lansing, Michigan
July 8, 2003             6-9 pm     $35
Shamanism is an ancient and powerful spiritual practice utilized throughout history and still today to restore spiritual and physical health and obtain self-knowledge. The Shamanic Journey has been called one of the “most remarkable visionary methods used by humankind to explore the hidden universe otherwise known mainly through myth and dream”.   This will be an experiential workshop,  based upon the Foundation for Shamanic Studies (www.Shamanism.org) “Core Shamanism” approach (those aspects of Shamanism that were common cross-culturally, and  central to all Shamanic practice). You will learn methods for journeying to discover, and study with your own individual spiritual teachers in non-ordinary reality, a classic step in shamanic practice. Bring a journal, frame drum or rattle if you have them.   Please wear comfortable clothing, warm socks, & bring a bandanna or eye cover.  Bring rattles/frame drums if you have them. Since often people prefer to journey while lying on the floor, you may want to bring a mat to lie on and a blanket to cover up with.
TO REGISTER: Call Kate Durda at 517 667-0694…Directions and further instructions will be given to you upon receipt of registration…

 

Tibetan Shamanism: Soul Retrieval and Psychopomp Process with Dr. Larry Peters in Lansing, Michigan July 12-13, 2003 Cost is $180.00 if registered by June 20, 2003, after that the cost is $200 Soul retrieval in the Tibetan/Tamang tradition is multifaceted. It involves the ritual skills as well as the journeywork of the shamanic practitioner. Soul retrieval, indigenously called gunnasera utthar puja (literally, going to find and bring back the heat/mind-soul ritual) is more often than not combined with other healing processes like extraction, divination, spirit invocation, and psychopompic work. When these multiple processes are involved, the ritual as a whole is often known as karga puja (spirit weapons ceremony). This workshop is actually a ritual in itself, and involves the group first learning and then carrying out a performance of karga puja. For more information visit www.lpshaman.com

 

MEDICINE FOR THE EARTH: Transmuting Personal and Environmental Toxins
with Kate Durda in the Upper Peninsula (Hancock Area) of Michigan
July 19-20, 2003  Cost:  $95
     This weekend experiential  training is based on the information in Medicine for the Earth . We experience  how to transform personal and environmental pollution by learning how to transmute negative beliefs, attitudes, and energy which is generated by emotions.
     The process continues with learning how to work in cooperation with helping spirits and the spirits of the land as well as getting in touch with our own internal divine nature to create healing and transmutation
     The training includes learning about working in cooperation with all the elements earth, water, air, fire. Other key elements and spiritual practices will also be explored which can be easily incorporated into daily life. These methods are necessary and helpful for transforming and transmuting environmental and personal toxins.
     The great power of visioning will be explored and there will be a powerful ceremony with fire used to manifest visions. In addition to shamanic journeying, meditation, toning , singing and movement  will be utilized to help change states of consciousness and raise awareness. The work done as a group in collaboration with community and the spirits is truly a life transforming experience.
TO REGISTER: Contact Nancy Gagnon  at 906 482 9847 (or 1247) or negagnon@wildmail.com

JOURNEY CIRCLE : How to Start One
with Kate Durda in the Upper Peninsula, Marquette, Michigan
July 23 or 24th,   6:00-8:30pm  Cost - Donation/Love offering
Prerequisite: Knowing how to do shamanic journey
 What we will do/discuss:
What is a JOURNEY CIRCLE ?   It is a gathering of those who wish to support each other in deepening your practice and experience of Shamanism. Typically the focus is on Shamanic Journeys for self and community /earth etc healing and information. Many circles also gather at certain other times of ceremony such as Solstice, Feast of the Dead, Equinox celebrations.
     A shamanic journey circle  can offer a ‘core’ spirituality experience for those who are from and of many spiritual and healing traditions.  And provide a comfortable circle experience for meeting and sharing.
     This evening will include presentation of   information useful for starting a community “drumming circle”.  Drumming circles are typically intended for  those who have learned how to journey, and wish to deepen their experience with the shamanic journey and practice, with support of others,  what they learned in the Intro training.   Establishment of a solid relationship with your Spirit Allies (teachers and power animals) is essential before entering into training for any healing work.
     In Drumming Circle, participants will work with their spirit helpers to learn how to deepen their connection with them, to improve their  practice of divination and healing methods taught in the intro workshops, and to learn how to bring the wisdom of shamanism home into their everyday lives.
TO REGISTER:  Contact  Roslyn McGrath at 906 226 2097

 

Introduction to Shamanic Journeying 
with Kate Durda  in Republic , MI. (Upper Peninsula)
Saturday, July 26th    Cost $55 if registered before July 12,   after that date the cost is  $65
Shamanism is an ancient and powerful spiritual practice utilized throughout history and still today to restore spiritual and physical health and obtain self-knowledge. The Shamanic Journey has been called one of the “most remarkable visionary methods used by humankind to explore the hidden universe otherwise known mainly through myth and dream”.   This will be an experiential workshop,  based upon the Foundation for Shamanic Studies (www.Shamanism.org) “Core Shamanism” approach (those aspects of Shamanism that were common cross-culturally, and  central to all Shamanic practice). You will learn methods for journeying to discover, and study with your own individual spiritual teachers in non-ordinary reality, a classic step in shamanic practice. Bring a journal, frame drum or rattle if you have them.   Please wear comfortable clothing, warm socks, & bring a bandanna or eye cover.  Bring rattles/frame drums if you have them. Since often people prefer to journey while lying on the floor, you may want to bring a mat to lie on and a blanket to cover up with.
TO REGISTER: Contact Kate Durda 517 667-0694 or after 7/ 12-Mariangela Formolo  906 376 2691

 

Shamanic Journeying Circle with Kate and Stephanie and
Pipe Ceremony with Barb Cowles
Tuesday July 29th, in Lansing, Mi.   6:30 pm - 9 pm.
NOTE:  This is a different day and location from our regular circle.
We will be meeting at Tina's home.  For directions please contact her at 322-2308.
Barbara Cowles, one of our circle members, will lead us in a Pipe Ceremony this month, if the weather allows us to be outdoors.  She is a pipe carrier, and worked with the late Evelyn Eaton.
We had a great time there last month, with a fire outdoors in Tina's very beautiful and secluded back yard... We journeyed to the beat of our new POWWOW drum... and sang songs...etc
If good weather reigns , we will have a fire outside again... if not, we will meet inside.   We will journey, after the pipe ceremony.
Please let us know if you plan to attend.
... If you want to bring some food, snacks or beverage to share..please do....  but no requirement

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August 2003

 

Shamanic Journeying Circle with Kate and Stephanie
Tuesday August 26, in Lansing, Mi.   6:30 pm - 9 pm.
NOTE:  This is a different day and location from our regular circle.
We will be meeting at Tina's home.  For directions please contact her at 322-2308.
We had a great time at Tina's last month, with a fire outdoors in Tina's very beautiful and secluded backyard.  We will be journeying, so please bring blanket or mat for lying on the ground and bandana/eye cover.  Please RSVP to Tina or us if you plan to attend.
... If you want to bring some food, snacks or beverage to share..please do....  but no requirement

Midwest Shamanic Gathering in Wisconsin
August 29 - September 1, 2003
For more information on this gathering please visit their website:  http://www.mwt.net/~pachamama/riverislands03/index.html

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October 2003

 Peace Healing and Community:  Living Together, Living with Spirit
presented by Pathway for Peace and Healing
with Myron Eshowsky, Kate Durda, Stephanie, the Midwest Peacemakers, and others
October 4, Noon to 6 pm
Unitarian Universalist Church, East Lansing, Michigan
Cost:  Pay what you can afford, all are welcome!!
     Please join us for a day of teaching and sharing.  Workshops will include teachings and alternative methods of conflict resolution and peace keeping from different cultures.
     There will be workshops for children and teenagers as well as adults.  The day's event will conclude with a Community/Healing Drumming Circle and a Ceremony for Peace. 
     Tea and snacks will be provided.  For more information or to register:  call Kate Durda at
517 667-0694…or e-mail SpiritWeavers@gmail.com
For Directions to church click here

Working with the JOURNEY: Intro Shamanism II
with Kate Durda  In Negaunee, MI
OCTOBER 11-12, (Sat, Sat evening, Sunday)  
Cost  $95  If registered by  Oct 4th. ( after that will be $110 depending on availability).
 Prerequisite: Knowing how to do shamanic journey
     This training is for the individual who has learned to journey, and want to pursue the practice of Shamanism further. Emphasis will be placed on deepening your relationship with your known Spirit Allies (teachers, and power animals) and ongoing exploration of new allies.
     Will involve deeper experiences with journeying for different intents.  In order to connect with Spirit fully, we must learn to be the ‘hollow bone’ … to let Spirit flow through us without bias of our egos, personalities, wants, desires. This training introduces various approaches to personal healing  through journeys and ritual. Also included are initial experiences with  divination journeys,  vibrational healing methods, and alternative jouney forms…(postures, ‘dancing the journey’, use of masks for trance, etc.) 
     This training is a prerequisite  before healing methods training can be undertaken. In addition, we recommend individual journey experience….and/or participation in a drumming journey circle…. In order to prepare yourself for the level of experience required for any advanced work.
TO REGISTER: Call Kate Durda at 517 667-0694…or e-mail SpiritWeavers@gmail.com
Directions and further instructions will be given to you upon receipt of registration…

 

Shamanic Journeying Circle with Kate and Stephanie
Tuesday October 14, in Lansing, Mi.   6:30 pm - 8:30 pm.
Cost:  $ donation 
This Circle is open to all persons who know how to journey.   With this circle we will again be meeting inside.  Many thanks to Tina for hosting Circle at her home this summer.  Bring a drum or rattle if you have one, an eye cover,  blanket or mat, and journal and pen.  If you are new, call or e-mail for location.

 

Shamanic Journeying Circle with Kate and Stephanie
Tuesday October 28, in Lansing, Mi.   6:30 pm - 8:30 pm.
Cost:  $ donation 
This Circle is open to all persons who know how to journey.   With this circle we will again be meeting inside.  Many thanks to Tina for hosting Circle at her home this summer.  Bring a drum or rattle if you have one, an eye cover,  blanket or mat, and journal and pen.  If you are new, call or e-mail for location.

 

Women and Bear Medicine * Part 2 with Carol Proudfoot-Edgar near Kalamazoo, Michigan Postponed until Spring 2004, check back for information.

Pre-requisite is Part I, OR other Women and BearMedicine Introductory training.

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November 2003

Shamanism:  Introduction to the Shamanic Journey
with Kate Durda in Lansing, Michigan
November 1, 2003      10 am - 5 pm     $65
Shamanism is an ancient and powerful spiritual practice utilized throughout history and still today to restore spiritual and physical health and obtain self-knowledge. The Shamanic Journey has been called one of the “most remarkable visionary methods used by humankind to explore the hidden universe otherwise known mainly through myth and dream”.   This will be an experiential workshop,  based upon the Foundation for Shamanic Studies (www.Shamanism.org) “Core Shamanism” approach (those aspects of Shamanism that were common cross-culturally, and  central to all Shamanic practice). You will learn methods for journeying to discover, and study with your own individual spiritual teachers in non-ordinary reality, a classic step in shamanic practice. Bring a journal, frame drum or rattle if you have them.   Please wear comfortable clothing, warm socks, & bring a bandanna or eye cover.  Bring rattles/frame drums if you have them. Since often people prefer to journey while lying on the floor, you may want to bring a mat to lie on and a blanket to cover up with.
To register, call Sparrow Center for Health, Humanities  & Well-Being  517 364 2764

 

Feast for the Dead
with Kate Durda and Stephanie Tighe in Lansing, Michigan
November 1, 2003   6 - 8 pm   *Free
Please join us in this annual gathering as we celebrate our ancestors.  Bring a dish to pass (preferable one that your ancestors/deceased loved one enjoyed) and you are also encouraged to bring stories and/or photos of your loved ones to share with the group.
TO REGISTER: Call Kate Durda at 517 667-0694…or e-mail SpiritWeavers@gmail.com
Directions and further instructions will be given to you upon receipt of registration…

 

STONES and CRYSTALS
with Herb Stevenson "One Horse Standing"
November 2-3, 2003 in Lansing Michigan
Saturday $100/ Sunday $100  Saturday evening event (open to those attending both days)
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Harmony with Nature: Within and Without
Transmuting Personal and Environmental Toxins
Kate Durda,M.A. & Stephanie Tighe, MSW in Lansing, Michigan
NOTE:  These are different dates as of 9-18-03   Wednesdays,  November  5, 12, & 19   6:30pm-8pm 
$60  person

This workshop is based on the groundbreaking work of Sandra Ingerman. Kate and Stephanie have completed the teacher training for this workshop and worked extensively with Sandra Ingerman.

 From cross-cultural legends of shamanic cures to biblical accounts of seas parting and water transforming to wine, many spiritual traditions are rich with stories about unexplainable miracles. The ancient healing art of "transmutation" is mentioned in all great spiritual traditions, including Hinduism and Taoism.

Transmutation works on the principal "As within, so without. As above, so below." Using a specific spiritual methodology, we will work together to restore harmony and balance in our exterior environment by creating positive change within ourselves.

We  will  use a powerful combination of guided meditation, shamanic journey work and ceremony as we explore learning how to transform physical,  emotional and mental issues that hinder our health and growth, and the health of Mother Earth.

This training is for you if...

·         You want to foster your own healing and transformation

·         You would like to support balance and health of the earth

·         You believe in miracles

·         You are feeling motivated to do something in the wake of world events and need for peace

·         You want to experience the spiritual practice of  Shamanism or deepen your abilities and practice

You are encouraged to read Sandra Ingerman's Medicine for the Earth: How to Transform Personal and Environmental Toxins.  Also see Sandra Ingerman’s Websites at  www.shamanicvisions.com/ingerman.html  and  www.medicinefortheearth.com. 
To register, call Sparrow Center for Health, Humanities  & Well Being  517 364 2764

 

Medicine for the Earth:  Personal and Environmental Transformation                          
with Kate and Stephanie at  Bengel Wildlife Center near Bath, Mi.
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm,  Sunday 10 am - 4 pm 
November 8-9, 2003    Cost:  sliding scale  $100 to $150 by Oct. 15th, $120-$150 after the 15th
Preregistration by October 15 is graciously requested.
     This weekend experiential  training is based on the information in Medicine for the Earth . We experience  how to transform personal and environmental pollution by learning how to transmute negative beliefs, attitudes, and energy which is generated by emotions.  Transmutation works on the principal "As within, so without. As above, so below." Using a specific spiritual methodology, we will work together to restore harmony and balance in our exterior environment by creating positive change within ourselves.
During this experiential training, we will use a powerful combination of guided meditation, shamanic journey work and ceremony, our work will focus on learning to  transform physical,  emotional and mental toxins that negatively affect our health and the health of Mother Earth.
     The process continues with learning how to work in cooperation with helping spirits and the spirits of the land as well as getting in touch with our own internal divine nature to create healing and transmutation. Other key elements and spiritual practices will also be explored which can be easily incorporated into daily life. These methods are necessary and helpful for transforming and transmuting environmental and personal toxins.
     In addition to shamanic journeying, meditation, toning , singing and movement  will be utilized to help change states of consciousness and raise awareness. The work done as a group in collaboration with community and the spirits is truly a life transforming experience.
     Kate & Stephanie have worked with Sandra extensively and have completed her MFE Teacher Training to present this  work.   For info about Sandy Ingerman and/or Medicine for the Earth, see www.shamanicvisions.com/ingerman.html and http://www.medicinefortheearth.com
     It is recommended  that you read Sandra Ingerman's  Medicine for the Earth: How to Transform Personal and Environmental Toxins.
     Note: this is NOT a residential workshop.. and while Coffee and Water will be provided, please bring a bag lunch for yourselves, and any snacks you want.  We’re sure you will enjoy the beauty of the land  as a peaceful setting for our work together in circle.  Thank-you..
     TO REGISTER: Call Kate Durda at 517 667-0694 or e-mail SpiritWeavers@gmail.com
Directions and further instructions will be given to you upon receipt of registration…
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Shamanic Journeying Circle with Kate and Stephanie
Tuesday November 18, in Lansing, Mi.   6:30 pm - 8:30 pm.
Cost:  $ donation 
This Circle is open to all persons who know how to journey.   Bring a drum or rattle if you have one, an eye cover,  blanket or mat, and journal and pen.  If you are new, call or e-mail for location.
Be sure to check this website or call /email us for any changes /cancellations to confirm date and times, even if you are a regular.  We occasionally move things around a bit.  (517) 887-5237.

 

Year long Peacemaking, Shamanism and Healing Intensive
with Myron Eshowsky
November 21-23, 2003  (Course is FULL.)

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December 2003

RATTLE MAKING WORKSHOP!!! with Kate
Monday December 1st and Thursday the 3rd in Lansing, MI.  6:30-8:00 pm
Cost:  $55 (includes supplies for one cowhide rattle) -
Additional kits available:  $20 cowhide, Elkhide or Moosehide ($30 small; $35 medium)         Note: Pre-registration Required due to space and material constraints. Must attend BOTH sessions, no makeup dates.

In this workshop you will learn how to make a rawhide rattle and will finish it by the end of the second session. 

Rattles are very important shamanic tools, used for ceremony, calling the Spirits, healing and journeying. Making your own tools for spiritual practice is very powerful, and a wonderful way to strengthen your connection to the Spirit World.  Interest in making a rattle for your own spiritual use is prerequisite for this workshop  

TO REGISTER (click here): Call Kate Durda at 517 667-0694 or e-mail SpiritWeavers@gmail.com
Directions and further instructions will be given to you upon receipt of registration…

Shamanic Journeying Circle with Kate and Stephanie
Tuesday December 2, in Lansing, Mi.   6:30 pm - 8:30 pm.
Cost:  $2 or other donation 
This Circle is open to all persons who know how to journey.    Bring a drum or rattle if you have one, an eye cover,  blanket or mat, and journal and pen.  If you are new, call or e-mail for location.
Be sure to check this website or call /email us for any changes /cancellations to confirm date and times, even if you are a regular.  We occasionally move things around a bit.  (517) 887-5237.

Shamanism:  Introduction to the Shamanic Journey
with Kate Durda in Lansing, Michigan
December 3, 2003      6-9 pm     $40 
( Note: To repeat this course, cost is only  $15,  --if you have taken Intro with us before, based on space available)
Shamanism is an ancient and powerful spiritual practice utilized throughout history and still today to restore spiritual and physical health and obtain self-knowledge. The Shamanic Journey has been called one of the “most remarkable visionary methods used by humankind to explore the hidden universe otherwise known mainly through myth and dream”.   This will be an experiential workshop,  based upon the Foundation for Shamanic Studies (www.Shamanism.org) “Core Shamanism” approach (those aspects of Shamanism that were common cross-culturally, and  central to all Shamanic practice). You will learn methods for journeying to discover, and study with your own individual spiritual teachers in non-ordinary reality, a classic step in shamanic practice.

 Bring a journal, frame drum or rattle if you have them.   Please wear comfortable clothing, warm socks, & bring a bandanna or eye cover.  Bring rattles/frame drums if you have them. Since often people prefer to journey while lying on the floor, you may want to bring a mat to lie on and a blanket to cover up with.
TO REGISTER (click here): Call Kate Durda at 517 667-0694…or e-mail SpiritWeavers@gmail.com
Directions and further instructions will be given to you upon receipt of registration

 

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