GENTLESTRENGTH QIGONG COMMUNITY, led by Brother Bernard & held at Arsha Vidya Gurukulam (an ashram), Saylorsburg PA, Saturday, 10-05-2019 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., probably in the Yoga Studio. If we get moved, we often meet in a nearby building but please park in front of the Yoga Studio. (Qi Days are Spring & Fall days of communal support and qigong for those already practicing qigong but there is lots available for those brand new to this ancient Chinese practice.) Pre-register (enter Yoga Studio by lower level & take off shoes there) by contacting: Brother Bernard Seif, monk@epix.net or (570) 992-3448. The following website will introduce you to the ashram facilities where the Qi Day will be held, it is NOT for registrations. www.arshavidya.org
http://www.arshavidya.org
WE HAD GREAT EXPERIENCES AT THESE PREVIOUS PROGRAMS
SPIRITUALITY & DEVOTION FOR ALL - a talk by Brother Bernard - Thursday, May 2, 2019 - 7 to 9:30 p.m.
"Introduction to the Devout Life" was written by St Francis de Sales in 1609. It is a synthesis of letters and notes on the practice of living a spiritual life with spiritual direction as a major component. We will explore Salesian Spirituality and how it applies today and to our current walk in life.
"All through love, nothing through fear." -Saint Francis de Sales to Saint Jane de Chantal
Location: St Francis Center for Renewal stfrancisctr.org 395 Bridle Path Rd., Bethlehem, Pa Open to all those with an interest in spiritual growth.
Pre Registration is preferred; Please arrive at 6:30pm for day of event registration. Please contact: Cathy Campanaro, catherinecampanaro@verizon.net, (610) 217-5993
We are offering this as a free program, however in appreciation for the presenter and the Center’s hospitality a "Love Offering" - $15. (more or less) can be made the day of the event. Please do not let this suggestion stop you from attending. (Sponsored by Spiritual Directors of the Greater Lehigh Valley).
QI TALK A interview w/Brother Bernard sponsored by the National Qigong Association. Thursday 5-10-18 - 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. Call in live or sign up for the recording.
TO CALL IN TO ATTEND QI TALKS:
Call (712) 770-4160
Enter access Code 797574
TO LOG IN VIA YOUR COMPUTER TO ATTEND QI TALKS:
Connect to www.freeconferencecallhd.com
Click on blue box that says "HD Conferencing"
Click on "Dial in via our VoIP Dialer"
Select the conference phone number (712) 770-4160
Enter Access Code 797574
Enter your name
BUILDING BRIDGES OF INTEGRATION FOR TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE, Hyatt Regency, Reston VA (near Washington DC), 10-11 to 1-14-2018. Specifics will follow as conference plans evolve. Information about the wonderful organization that hosts this event can be found at the TCM World Foundation website
http://www.tcmworld.org
GENTLESTRENGTH QIGONG COMMUNITY, led by Brother Bernard & held at Arsha Vidya Gurukulam (an ashram), Saylorsburg PA, Saturday, 4-14-2018 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., probably in the Yoga Studio. If we get moved, we often meet in a nearby building but please park in front of the Yoga Studio. (Qi Days are Spring & Fall days of communal support and qigong for those already practicing qigong but there is lots available for those brand new to this ancient Chinese practice.) Pre-register (enter Yoga Studio by lower level & take off shoes there) by contacting: Brother Bernard Seif, monk@epix.net or (570) 992-3448. The following website will introduce you to the ashram facilities where the Qi Day will be held, it is NOT for registrations. www.arshavidya.org
http://www.arshavidya.org
JESUIT CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH, Wernersville PA, Directed Retreat 7-31 to 8-08-2014 (limited availability) Contact Jesuit Center registrar (610) 670-3642 or visit
http://www.jesuitcenter.org
TEDx TALK RECORDING by Brother Bernard. Lehigh University, Packard Laboratory, Room 101, 19 Memorial Drive West, Bethlehem PA 18015. Wednesday 11-30-2016. 5 to 7 pm. Event is free but tickets are required. Check back here for more information about tickets or the Lehigh University website.
PRAYER AND CARE FOR SELF AND OTHERS. Jesuit Center, Wernersville PA 4-29-16 to 5-1-16. (Fills up quickly) Contact Bonnie Staudt (610) 670-3642 or visit
http://www.jesuitcenter.org
DAY OF DIALOGUE (Jewish, Muslim, Christian), Whitehall PA, 4-19-2015, 1:45 to 5:15 p.m. Additional Information at www.ijcu.org (Click on IJCU Programs, and then click on Day of Dialogue to obtain a brochure.)
COUNSELING & TREATING PEOPLE OF COLOUR, San Juan, Puerto Rico, 12-7 to 12-10, 2013. Please visit Stony Brook University
http://www.stonybrook.edu and then search for the program title on that site.
SILENT PRAYER, Queen of Peace Church, Brodheadsville PA, Wed. 11-20-13, 7:30 pm - 9 pm. Brief talk and discussion about silence and silent prayer.
BUILDING BRIDGES OF INTEGRATION FOR TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE, Westfields Marriott, Chantilly VA (near Washington DC), 10-17 to 10-20-2013. Brother Bernard will be part of a panel about Chinese health and medicine and leading a meditation.
http://www.tcmconference.org
QUEEN OF PEACE CHURCH, Brodheadsville PA, Tuesday 5-7-13. During this talk Brother Bernard will share he experiences in China based on his yearly trips there. 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel. No charge.
WESTON VT (near Weston Benedictine Priory) 8-10 to 8-12-12. Retreat/Workshop "Embracing a New Heaven and a New Earth" To register online visit
http://www.onebodyonespirit.com Contact: Julie Wegryn, MS, MAT, NCC E-mail: julie_wegryn@msn.com
EVIDENCE AND PRACTICE IN PSYCHOTHERAPY, a panel presentation within the Pennsylvania Psychological Association annual convention 6-23-12) Harrisburg Hilton, Harrisburg PA. Contact: Marti Evans (717) 232-3817 or visit www.papsy.org
http://www.papsy.org
NB: Brother Bernard is both a National Qigong Association Certified Level IV Qigong Teacher (Sifu) & an NQA Certified Advanced Clinical Therapist. His qigong workshops and retreats, therefore, are accredited for those seeking NQA certification.
PHOTO CAPTION: Qigong Workshop, Kahuna Valley Retreat Center, Kauai, Hawaii