This new course was developed for students who are studying at an intermediate level. Utilizing the signs, houses and planets as well as the techniques of Transits and Progressions, the seeker is ready to explore the specialized topic of Evolutionary Astrology. Our birth chart is our road map to increasing awareness, allowing us to observe the dramas of the ego; absorbing them reflectively; and then distilling them into Wisdom. Multiple techniques for getting in touch with the Soul behind the chart will be introduced and then applied to the charts of famous people and the charts of students who are willing to share them. Students are invited to bring charts of friends and family for study and reflection. Ample time will be given to the application of evolutionary techniques.

Prerequisite: Since students are expected to know the basics including the glyphs and key words, there is a prerequisite of both Higher Self Astrology Classes I and II. However, long-time students of Astrology who have not taken Dennis' courses may apply for this class by submitting to the Registrar a description of the classes you have taken and the books you have read; along with your experience in Astrology. Dennis reserves the right to redirect applicants to previous level of study.

$250 enrolled seminarians / $275 others
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Men struggle to find and inhabit a 21st Century masculinity. When women become spiritually opened and empowered, many men fear they are losing the last bastion of traditional male superiority: the "right to rule" that they have learned is granted by God, supported in sacred texts, or bolstered by their long exposure to dichotomies of male-female roles.

This class explores the four archetypes of the "Mature Masculine" set forth by Robert Moore and Douglas Gillette's King, Warrior, Magician, Lover - outlining the journey into these four "man psychologies" from immature "boy psychologies". This journey can lead men to a masculinity that is powerful, while not controlling; supportive and nurturing, while not passive; and balances, complements, and even energizes the archetypes of feminine spirituality and power.

$150
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Rev. Randall R. Ross (MA '09) serves as Senior Chaplain for Partners in Care Hospice in Bend, Oregon, where he is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the spiritual care needs for hospice patients and their families. His passion for helping people to lessen their suffering and assist them in discovering the inner peace in their lives is the driving principle for writing his first book, Leaving with Love: A Hospice Companion Guide (available at Sophia's Nest ).

Randy grew up on his family's ranch working as a cowboy and riding the Owyhee desert, tending the cattle herd as his father and forefathers did. The ranch life is where he discovered the essence of his spirituality and the contemplative life which is the foundation of his spiritual work.

When Randy's father died in 2001, he was moved to leave what was familiar and follow his inner promptings that called him to serve in a formal spiritual capacity. He committed to a formal spiritual education and training which included a Master of Arts degree from Sancta Sophia Seminary; ordination with Light of Christ Community Church; Master Practitioner status in Neuro-Linguistic Programming; Certification as a Clinical Hypnotherapist; a Sedona Method practitioner; and certification in Healing Touch and Reiki.

He continues to dedicate his career to writing, speaking, teaching, and counseling to promote healthy life styles, heal past hurts, and help people live in love and peace and explore the infinite possibilities that all human beings have to transform their lives. We are proud to call Randy Ross one of our seminary graduates working in the field of chaplaincy.

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"When hiring for hospice chaplaincy, we look at certain important qualifications in order to determine suitable candidates. Some of those requirements are a deep interest in hospice, a broad exposure to and reverence for all religious traditions and proper educational training. These are essential elements for providing appropriate care for our patients and families of varying religious backgrounds.

"For those interested in pursuing hospice chaplaincy, Sancta Sophia Seminary's educational program gives one the appropriate training while instilling a reverence for all religions."

--Rev. Randall R. Ross

This advanced Spiritual Science class examines, from the perspective of Soul and beyond, what it means to be human and to be a disciple in each of the Worlds: the Material World, the Subtle World, and the Fiery World. An in-depth exploration of the purpose of increased sensitivity; of service; and of the Law of Sacrifice is an important part of class content. Bring your questions as we explore and experience together and thus create our Path to the Future.

$250 enrolled seminarians / $275 others
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Translated into almost 70 languages and dialects, the Great Invocation is a powerful instrument to aid the Plan of God to manifest on Earth. Saying it is an act of service to humanity and the Christ. Come to this interactive workshop to explore this stirring prayer offered by the Tibetan through Alice Bailey. The meaning, purpose and implications of the Great Invocation will be shared with opportunities to personalize its approach in our everyday lives.

$75
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For your pleasure, a video link to the Great Invocation with original music sung by a choir. Enjoy the sight and sound of this powerful mantram. 

The Great Invocation - 1945

Developed by the late Rev. Dr. Franklin Loehr, Psychography focuses on healing memories experienced in the present life or in previous ones. Psychography offers a beautiful blend of psychological and spiritual techniques to foster healing.

Using this non-hypnotic, altered state method, one discovers the core issues of the past which trigger reactions in the present. Then with the help of the "inner knower," that part in each human that is all knowing, healing is brought to the circumstances and souls involved.

42 hours CEU: LCSW, LADC, and CADC

Note: Counseling week or its equivalent is required to qualify for the Psychography certificate; participants will receive 40 hours of credit towards certification.

$650 enrolled seminarians / $700 others
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More than 2,000 years ago, the Indian sage Patanjali put into writing the oral tradition of yoga. The treatise of the Yoga Sutras provides the framework from which all yoga is practiced.

In this experiential workshop, we will explore the first three limbs of the yogic path:

1) Yama (behavioral guidelines)

2) Niyama (spiritual observances)

3) Asana (the physical postures in yoga, and the limb with which most westerners are familiar).

 

This class is appropriate for all levels of yoga practitioners - from the first-time student, to the most experienced one.

Please bring your own yoga mat. Additional props will be provided.

$125
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September 9 - 10

Friday and Saturday

Shamanic Journeying Workshop

Rev. Maryphyllis Horn

Shamanic Journeying is the safest form of psychic development there is. In this workshop you contact your true angelic guides (spirit guides, power animals, spirit teachers) to ask them for nurturing, emotional and physical healing, protection and detailed guidance. Power animals give you the experience of being healed or provide beneficial end-results of their teaching. Spirit teachers obtain detailed answers from your Akashic Records. You feel and know that the aid is accurate. You gain tools for contacting them on your own at any time you choose, whether for yourself or for others. Successful communication and rapport with your spirit guides form the pre-requisite for advanced work. This is an experiential workshop.

$150
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September 12 - 16
GRADUATE PROGRAM TRIMESTER III:
CONVERGENCE OF SCIENCE AND SPIRITUALITY
The Lotus Steps on the Path to Enlightenment

Donna Mitchell-Moniak

The lotus has been a symbol for evolving consciousness for ages. Its purity, unfolding, and simple beauty well describe this. But the lotus also symbolizes spiritual wisdom born of emptiness. Thus the growth of the lotus describes humanity's amazing Path to Enlightenment. Donna will water the seeds of these subjects in hopes that your awakening is their bloom.

This course is open to non-graduate students for $300 and also includes two optional sessions on Meditation* with the instructor.

$300 / 500 Graduate students

Donna Mitchell-Moniak is the founder of Spirit Fire Meditative Retreat Center and is the source of the Practice of Living Awareness, a meditation practice that permeates one's life.
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Come be a part of our sacred community. Discover the Goddesses who are active in your life. Using guiding meditations and then discussions, we will learn about the triple Goddess: how She manifests as the maiden, mother and crone, (spending a session on each). We will discover and share how our own Goddesses have worked and are working in each of our lives. In this process we will discover areas within ourselves that need healing, and we will do rituals for healing the Goddess within. Finally we will commit ourselves to Service in light of our new understanding of the Sacred Feminine within each of us.

$150
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