As I painted on Saturday with our crew the overarching thought that kept coming to my mind, SEVA or Selfless Service.
The practice of Seva is the opportunity to observe how I am with the circumstances that are being presented to me as I work in the name of a greater purpose.
Please join me in congratulating Karin Murphy, Sherry Barton, and Melissa Stagnaro as they achieved Integrated Energy Therapy (IET) Advanced Level. IET Advanced focuses on “living your soul’s mission”. At this level, students are empowered to discover their soul’s mission and to help others in this process.
We have a visual treat in our western sky for the remainder of the month. You will find Comet A3 after sunset in the western sky. Look for VENUS and the bright red star, ARCTURUS. The comet will be found between them, but quite a bit closer to Arcturus. The later we progress into October the higher above these two markers you should look. Comet A3 will be visible at first with the naked eye, later on binoculars will be helpful. I looked at it on Tuesday evening. It has a lovely, long tail.
Wisdom for this week reminds us that laughter is a powerful antidote to stress, pain and conflict. Nothing works faster or more dependably to bring your mind and body back into balance than a good laugh. It breaks up stagnant energy and helps us relax, and who doesn't need that nowadays!?
ISD Summer Picnic, Potluck and Play
On 8-17-24 Karla Sikora did a very magical sound healing experience during our spiritual service. (Photographer-Karin Murphy)
We had a smorgasbord of a potluck lunch and several people led songs, played guitar and jumped in on a healing drum circle
The rhythm of life is a beautiful thing!
(Drum Circle photo by Ally Sutton-Pyle)
Messages received from our Oracle Group Sessions. . .
This is the time we have been impatiently waiting for. The human race is evolving. We have grown out of old clay molds of what defines us and are breaking free. There are huge waves of change right now, one right after another- it’s no wonder you can’t breathe, don’t let it drown you. It’s never too late to heal. We have no idea how much help and light that we are co-creating together and how powerful we are. BE not afraid. Be not tearful .
Recent Messages from our Oracle Circles: From Story Ducey: Find the Beauty of the Moment, The Gems of Each Day.
From Amanda Hoover: When we are in our high hearts, we can filter out the lower energies like fear, worry, anxiety that we experience in these changing times. As the "group mind" evolves, we have the abilities to affect our own experiences and conditions, but its up to us to activate them. Use an image to bat away any negativity, like a watering can or dragon's breath.
From Carol Callahan: "All good is mirrored and magnified" From Renee Ranke: "Peace is nearer than we realize"
Mystical Reflections Spirit Fest! The fall is a natural time for new beginnings, for “going back to school”, for stepping into new routines that get you on track to fulfilling goals and intentions. Is there a Spirit Guide or departed loved one waiting to give me important life guidance?
WHEN: Saturday, September 7th, 2024
WHERE: Southside Mall Community Room, Oneonta, NY
A nice time to check in with a psychic advisor, Tried & True, the Real Deal, from the Institute for Spiritual Development, Oneonta.
*SATURDAY* August 17th, 10:00 am Spiritual Service, followed by an ISD SUMMER PICNIC!!!
ISD Members & Friends invited~ hiking, potluck meal, drumming & chanting, plus free healings & readings share =)
at SUNY College Camp!
The planets are starting to spread out now. This changes the dynamics. We will have ongoing opportunities to apply the wisdom received and remembered to broader areas of life.
Not only were we under the influence of the concentrated bucket arrangement, but we had an Eclipse season with a Total Solar Eclipse in April. We have had extraordinary Aurora Borealis, a parade of planets, and high solar flare activities as well. SPRING WAS INTENSE THIS YEAR! I sincerely hope that it was a season of breakthrough and wisdom for you.
