SCHEDULE

Below is our current schedule -- Fall 2011. To the right are PDF files of our current and past schedules.

Unless otherwise announced, all lectures this lecture season are presented Sundays from 1:30 to approximately 3:00 pm and are held in room 103 on the first floor of Woodland Hall on the campus of the Chatham University. See the Meeting page for more info

Note: The fall schedule contained a typo. The correct room number is 103 Woodland Hall, not 102.

Attendees need not be a member of the society, but must abide by the society's standards of civil conduct. Unless otherwise indicated, programs may be attended free of charge. Call our 24-hour automated phone system at 412-462-4200 for the most current information on lectures and society sponsored events. This number will have all the latest information on weather and unforeseen cancellations. Officers can be reached at this same number.

Oct 16	ART MIND: Alex Grey Documentary/Discussion Is it possible that art has the power to heal? Could it be that the sacred monuments, paintings, and sculptures from ancient civilizations around the world were created to evoke more than just beauty alone? Do they also have the power to heal us? During this video Grey discusses the power of Sacred Art to bring us face to face with divine reality. After describing the life experiences, sacred teachings and painters that have inspired his own artistic vision, he takes us on a whirlwind tour of the Sacred Art of spiritual traditions from around the world, demonstrating to us how these works of art have been used in the past and can be used today to revitalize our health and sense of well-being and discover our divine potential.
Oct 23	THE ONENESS OF CONSCIOUS REALITY - Tom Nehrer Tom Nehrer's introspective presentations illustrate the innate Oneness of Consciousness/Reality -- how we invariably create patterns in life and how to change them. He may regard core meaning in the teachings of Jesus and Gautama or modern mystics, the roots of western philosophy, life/death issues, techniques for delving inward to accomplish real change -- or expose widespread fallacy in standard religion and science. Tom's talks are unique, spontaneous, iconoclastic, very personal -- and always beneficial. A mystical experience steered Tom Nehrer through a long inner journey to "Clear Awareness" -- seeing reality without distorting beliefs. Tom has toured widely, presenting his unique perspectives to 120+ open-minded audiences -- some 25 of them TS lodges across the US and UK. His books (The Essence of Reality and The Psyche Exposed), longstanding website (www.nehrer.net), and many appearances internationally reveal the timeless engagement of consciousness -- showing precisely What You Are and How Life Works.
Oct 30	HEALING ON THE SPIRITUAL PATH: The Key to Tomorrow’s Health - Lucia Colizoli (M.D.) According to the teachings of faith healer Bruno Gröning no disease is incurable. He posited that health is the natural state of the human body and that God can return heath to anyone who opens themselves to his influence. Although Gröning has been dead for over 50 years, his legacy has been embraced by many members of the medical community. Join Lucia Colizoli M.D. for a look into the world of documented medical miracles! Lucia Colizoli (M.D.) received her medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and was trained in psychiatry at the Cleveland Clinic. She is board certified in psychiatry and addiction medicine. Dr. Colizoli has been a medical doctor for 35 years and has 31 years experience in the practice of adolescent, adult, and geriatric psychiatry. She serves as the staff psychiatrist for several nursing facilities in the Greater Cleveland area and is a very active member of the International Medical Scientific Group of the Bruno Groening Circle of Friends.
Nov 20	INFINITY, THE ULTIMATE TRIP: Journey Beyond death -- A film by Jay Weidner Throughout human history, altered states of consciousness have been considered a source of deep knowledge, wisdom, and insight to the ultimate truths of life. While modern society often assumes that ordinary "rational" consciousness is the only state of mind that reflects "reality", philosophers, visionaries, mystics, and shamans have most often believed the opposite. They have taught that deeper states of mind exist, states where what is truly real in the deepest sense can be experienced far more directly, free from many of the illusions and limitations of ordinary consciousness.
Dec 4	HOW TO RECEIVE SPIRITUAL GUIDANCE - Ed Foote Many people say they want Spiritual Guidance, but then do not seem to receive it. This talk will look at the topic in depth, with references from the Bible, the Edgar Cayce Readings, and the book entitled A Course In Miracles. Ed Foote has been a student of the Edgar Cayce readings and A Course In Miracles for 25 years. He has led church services in Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, Ohio, Minnesota, and California. Ed is a teacher of Spiritual Dance and has led these dances in a variety of states. Ed is a full-time square dance caller and travels throughout the country calling square dances. This will be Ed's 4th presentation for the Theosophical Society.
Dec 11	WHY IS THE WORLD CHANGING? - Andrew Nesky From the "Arab Spring" to the Teaparty to the occupation of Wall Street pundits have posited that the world’s paradigms are fundamentally changing; while many are asking "Why" few are tackling the big answers. You won't find this on CNN, FOX or even NPR. Andrew Nesky is the president of the Theosophical Society in Pittsburgh. He has twice been elected to the position of Master of a Masonic Lodge and is a published writer. An actor with over 300 performance credits, he also lectures on the subject of metaphysics and human development and has coached high-school competitive public speaking, specializing in value-based Lincoln-Douglas format debate. In addition to being a ULC Minister, he has hosted the web-casted talk show the” Outer Streams” which investigates the frontiers of human thought, science and spirituality - it can be seen at www.esotericgateway.com.
Dec 18	THE ASTROLOGY OF WINTER - Donna Greco Astrologer Donna Greco will discuss the Astrology of Winter as we embark upon the Winter Solstice. She will also discuss the significance of current planetary events and the messages we are being graced with both personally and collectively. Donna will also offer insight into the benefits of astrological counseling as a tool for personal transformation affecting long term global healing. And, there is always the unexpected inspiration that strikes just before the talk! There will be opportunity for open discussion. Donna Greco has studied Astrology and Tarot for 25 years within the context of personal and spiritual transformation, blending artistic sensitivity with spiritual knowledge she works as a facilitator for healing and personal transformation. She is available for private counseling sessions, lecture-presentations, workshops, and mentoring. She does readings in person, by phone, and online having attracted in recent years, an international clientele. An accomplished pianist-teacher-composer, her musical career spans 35 years in the classical, jazz, and contemporary instrumental genres. Her practice is designed to create personalized musical settings for the facilitation of healing and meditation. She is a certified Music Practitioner providing music for healing and transition in the hospice setting. She counsels and teaches in her Squirrel Hill Studio. For further information her websites are: www.donnagreco.com, www.donnagrecopianostudio.com.
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