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  • Luminous Night

    SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2024

    4-5:30pm

    ONLINE - Theosophical Society of Seattle

    In this program we'll look at beautiful Renaissance paintings of the Nativity, explore their imagery, reflect on their meaning, and learn how a mystic, St. Birgitta of Sweden, influenced night settings for luminous depictions of the Christ Child. We will also pause for spiritual reflection exploring the coming of Christ as the appearance of light shining in the darkness. This is an opportunity to experience an enriching and tranquil time of inspiration and spiritual reflection, and learn how light as a sacred symbol became a part of Christian thought and fine art.

  • Songs of Death and Transformation: Traditional Folk Ballads for Ancestral Healing

    THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2024, 7:30pm (advance reservation)
    SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2024, 7:30pm (advance reservation)

    Theosophical Society of Seattle
    717 Broadway E, Seattle, WA 98102

    Seating is limited

    Joseph Anderson (voice)
    Jeri Howe (harp and percussion)
    Juliana Brandon (shadow puppets)

    There are many ballads in the folk traditions of the British Isle that recount stories of sudden or tragic death–and also tales of triumph over adversity. In this program we will share both types of songs in a meditative spirit, to honor and assist the spirits of our ancestors who lived their lives of tragedy and triumph, as well as to bring peace and strength to us who are living. We will use shadow puppets and masks to help us access these deep ancestral energies and patterns.  Our voices, instruments and visual presentation are intended to help ease the disquieted spirits of those long dead as well as loved ones lost more recently. We will also honor and celebrate the courage, tenacity and quest for justice that have helped our well ancestors thrive and live into their destiny.  This work is based on shamanic practices used by many cultures to help heal the ancestors, and support greater health, well-being and sense of purpose for us who are the living.

    Jeri Howe is a harpist with long experience performing in a variety of contexts, including hospice work and support for meditative practices.

    Joseph Anderson is a singer, songwriter and teacher, focusing on bringing ancestral healing practices to modern audiences through traditional and popular music.

    Juliana Brandon is an artist of many disciplines, including puppetry, vocal performance, writing and visual art. See her website (www.julianabrandon.com), for more information about her many accomplishments and current projects.

  • Contemplating Angels in Art: Their Essence, Form, and Works

    SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2024, 10:10–10:50am

    Bloedel Hall, St. Mark's Cathedral
    1245 10th Ave E., Seattle, WA 98102

    This slide presentation offers beautiful fine art imagery drawn from a variety of sources, old and new. Join Victoria Scarlett, Director of the Center for Sacred Art, as she guides us through this visual meditation on angels as messengers of God’s light and love. All are welcome. We'll look at images of angels, guardian angels, Archangel Gabriel and Archangel Michael that are as meaningful as they are beautiful.  And we'll reflect on the ever present invitation to connect with the positive presence of angels.  This program is offered with the Feast of Michaelmas that honors the Feast of Saint Michael and All Angels.