eNews - June 2014    

 

Anthroposophical Society in Canada 

 

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Introducing
John Bach

The Council is pleased to report that JOHN BACH (North Vancouver) was confirmed as a Council Member at our recent Annual Meeting.  Read a short introduction by John..
Membership
TRISHA SVEISTRUP (Dundas ON),KAREN HOLMES (Verona ON), and GEORGETTE ALARY 
(St.-Mathias sur Richelieu)  have joined the Society.
 
WELCOME!
 
 MICHAEL FERREL (Scarborough ON) has resigned from the Society.
Network Updates
Thornhill Group 
For details about the visit of CHRISTIAN HITSCH and other events, download theThornhill Group 
Specialty Channels
Threefold Auditorium Story
Story of the Threefold Auditorium A special event was held on June 6 in Spring Valley NY to launch an appeal to support the renovation of 
this building for anthroposophy
MOVE!!!
Eurythmy In Nova Scotia
 
Chekhov Acting In USA and UK
♦ With Laurie Portocarrero in Spring Valley NY  
 
♦ With Sarah Kane in Forest Row UK.
Editorial Notes
 
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Contact Info
Anthroposophical Society    in Canada 
# 131 - 1 Hesperus Rd.
Thornhill, ON
L4J 0G9

Mark McAlister
Administrator
416-892-3656
877-892-3656
[email protected]



Council 

Jean Balekian (QC), President
Judith King (NS), Secretary
Douglas Wylie (ON), Treasurer
Dorothy LeBaron (ON)
John Bach (BC)
Arie van Ameringen (QC), General Secretary


School For Spiritual Science 

For list of Class Holders,
click here.

For a list of Collegium members, click here.
Letter from the General Secretary
 

Arie van Ameringen

- by Arie van Ameringen

 

The theme of the year
This year's theme builds on that of last year: The "I" knows itself in the Light of Michaelic World Affirmation. The "I" can only know itself by meeting another human being. Karmic relationships that can be identified bring a special richness to the efforts we make towards finding a way of working together. And this knowing oneself can become a source of strength for one's activity in the world - an activity based on an enlightened understanding for the needs of our time. In German, the word Bejahung (affirmation) contains the word "ja" (yes).
 
Saying "yes" to the world implies an intention which is in fact a call to action, unconventional, innovative and full of hope for the world of tomorrow despite the negative elements we see around us (pollution, violence, social inequality, etc.)  We can wake up every morning with the affirmative thought that our inner work can be a support for our outer activity, a Michaelic affirmation challenging us to spiritualize the deeds we perform in the world.  Read full article.

JOB POSTING - Membership and Communication Administrator

 

The Anthroposophical Society in Canada is accepting applications from candidates to fulfill the role and responsibilities for administration, membership relations, and communications development. This is a part-time position, requiring about 3 days per week. Applicant must be a member of the Anthroposophical Society in Canada.

 

The work includes: office management and related administrative mandates, activities and projects; mailings, membership liaison; Society correspondence and archiving; and producing and editing the newsletter.

 

We are seeking candidates with the following capacities:

  • Supportive of the cultural development of anthroposophy.
  • Interest, warmth and networking capacity for developing relationships with members and associates.
  • Collaborative relationship with the Council.
  • Working knowledge computers and competency with programs such as MS Word and Excel, Constant Contact, and Dropbox.
  • Ability to self-manage, to take initiative, move things forward, and to execute and manage a plan.

Fluency in French and English is a definite asset.  Candidates are invited to submit resume to the attention of Jean Balekian at: [email protected]

Upcoming Events

13th ANNUAL MEETING OF THE ECONOMICS CONFERENCE. True Price
From concept to strategy.  21-25 June 2014, Montreal.  Details.

FREEDOM AS THE WAY TO KEEP HUMAN IDENTITY. 26-30 June, 2014, Rostov-on-Don, Russia.  Details.

AMERICA'S MISSION IN THE 21ST CENTURY
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VI Pan American Congress. Includes talk by Arie van Ameringen.  21-27 July, Sao Paolo Brazil.  Program.

METAMORPHOSIS.  Festival of Arts and Education at the Rudolf Steiner- Centre.  5-27 July, 2014Details.

CHRISTIAN HITSCH IN NORTH AMERICA- Visits Thornhill, 

VIRGINIA SEASE VISITS MONTREAL.  13-14 JulyProgram.

THE 19 CLASS LESSONS. Conference at the Goetheanum.  
27 July - 2 August, Dornach.  Details.

MYSTERY DRAMA CONFERENCE with performances of all 4 plays. 
8-17 August, Spring Valley NY.  Website.

THE 19 CLASS LESSONS.  21-25 August, London, UK.  Details.
 
OPENING CEREMONY - NEW GOETHEANUM STAGE.  
26 September at 3pm. Details in Anthroposophy Worldwide # 5.
Impressions from the Calgary Members Meeting and the 
Vancouver AGM
 

Jean Balekian

- by Jean Balekian

On the way to the Vancouver AGM, Arie van Ameringen and I took the time to meet with members and Friends in Calgary on May 13th.
There were twelve of us at this gathering, which was held at the Calgary Waldorf School. We took turns speaking, introducing ourselves and briefly describing how we came to meet anthroposophy...On the following day (beautiful and sunny!) we held a conversation with Class members which ended with an exchange on the subject of meditation...This stopover in Calgary made abundantly clear the need to provide more of these opportunities for members from the various regions of the country to meet and exchange with one another.  Read full article.

Annual Meeting and 

Conference Report

 

- by Siobhan Hughes

 

...we had the opportunity for touching and engaging introductions and for sharing something of how we connect to the Society and to our anthroposophical work. Most people were from the Vancouver area, with a good contingent from Vancouver Island and a few of us from afar. While it was not originally on the agenda in this format, taking this time allowed us to connect with each other and share a few laughs.

 

After a meal that was tasty and beautifully prepared by a teacher at the school, we headed into the formal AGM. We affirmed our council members for the coming year including a new councilor, John Bach of Vancouver. Several good questions related to changes at the Goetheanum and to finances. I would have welcomed more participation and conversation at the AGM and would have appreciated it if we had all read the documents that the council produced for our meeting. Show an interest in the activities of the society! It is the responsibility of all of us to grow, shape, and deepen our work...

 
It was a true pleasure to hear guest speaker Dennis Klocek's contribution to the conference. ..His lectures focused on themes from Paul Allen's commentary on the Alchemical Wedding of Christian Rosenkreutz. We then worked through some of the themes with a partner, experienced several ah-ha moments, and pondered questions such as the role of arts in digesting ideas and learning to be 'awake' in our sleep.   Read full article.
WORLD MOVEMENT
An Appeal from the Ukraine to all Anthroposophists
 

- by Jean-S�bastien Catalan

 

Beginning in January 2014, anthroposophists in the Ukraine have held a number of meetings aiming to promote a better understanding for the unrest in their country and in the hope of providing a healing counterbalance. At their last meeting (May 3rd to 5th) in Kiew, a broadly-based initiative was set in motion, with an appeal to anthroposophists from all over the world to join in the spirit of brotherhood. I was able to take part in these working sessions, and would like to give a brief progress report. Read full article. 

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