Be respected as a sacred being, and receive spiritual support and encouragement.
Experience a sanctuary, an oasis of safety, love and friendship, a nurturing spiritual environment.
Meditate or pray in peaceful sacred spaces that powerfully and authentically present many of the world’s religious and spiritual traditions, including but not limited to Christianity (Catholic, Protestant and Orthodox), Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism, Islam, and many native cultures.
Learn about all of the world’s religious and spiritual traditions, as well as modern metaphysics.
Commune with others who are devoted to their spiritual paths.
Use our extensive library of books and videos on religious and spiritual subjects.
Listen to an immense array of crystal singing bowls (up to 32" in diameter) that produce powerful meditative states, hear a nine- foot long Tibetan ritual horn, or drum in our Native American drumming room.
Purchase religious/spiritual statues and other items to place in your sacred spaces at home, books selected to help you along your spiritual path, CDs designed to deepen your spiritual life and peace, and religious/spiritual gifts for others.
As always, a number of our events are offered on a donation basis. During our first eight years, we almost always suggested donations of at least $5. However, given the Center’s financial condition, it’s become necessary to increase the suggested donation to $10 for some of those events, and to $20 or more for a few. Please understand that donations are still entirely voluntary, that donations of every size are truly appreciated, and that we don’t want anyone to decide not to come to these events for financial reasons. The Center’s priority always is to be of service and fulfill our mission as a charitable organization, rather than to make a profit (we never have). Please support us to the extent you can and to the extent you feel the Center is of value to you.
Every Day - CASUAL TOURS AND GROUP SACRED SOUND SINGING BOWL SESSIONS by Jack Sisk. Everyone is welcome to visit the Center and see why so many people consider it one of the safest and most sacred place they’ve ever been. When time permits, Jack loves to introduce people to the facilities, programs and experiences the Center offers. The full tours include introductions to many religious/spiritual traditions, are very experiential, and frequently end with Jack playing and toning with at least one crystal singing bowl and often a large set of those bowls. A complete tour usually takes two or three hours, and at least three hours if the long-version of the bowls is included. The three-four hour tours are well worth the time, but you’re welcome to come for shorter tours. No appointment is necessary, but it’s wise to call to check Jack’s availability. Donations are requested to support the Center (at least $10 would be greatly appreciated, but the suggested donation for the long tours is $30 per person if the tour includes the one-hour version of the singing bowls, and $20 if it doesn’t); however, as always, donations are purely voluntary, and we don’t want people to avoid coming to the Center due to financial considerations.
By Appointment - GROUP RELIGION/SPIRITUALITY TOURS OF THE CENTER by Jack Sisk. Jack offers private group tours of the Center, exposing participants to a wide array of religions and spiritual traditions, and presenting numerous opportunities for powerful spiritual experiences, culminating in an hour-long crystal singing bowl performance including most of the Center’s bowls. These tours are very popular. They usually take three or four hours. Because of the time involved, private group tours are arranged in advance and usually are scheduled in mornings (before the Center opens) or sometimes in evenings so as to maximize the private time. A donation of at least $30 per person ($2/person for young students) is requested, and there‘s a minimum of four people. Note: We recently increased the requested minimum donation to $30 because the tours are such a lengthy and significant experience (people feel they’re really worth it).
Sunday - FAMILY GATHERING (TALKING CIRCLE), 12:15-1:45. We come together as a loving family to honor and celebrate each individual’s sacred identity and the divine reality that links us together. We connect to each other and to the one reality that underlies all religious and spiritual traditions. This is a sacred and confidential Talking Circle - we pass a talking stick and learn from each other. Everyone is committed to be loving and compassionate. You might hear readings from various traditions and authors, music from various cultures, and more. Considerable support and illumination are generated. Participation is encouraged, but not required. Donations are requested to support the Center (at least $10 would be greatly appreciated, if you can afford it).
Sunday - SILENT MEDITATION AND PRAYER GATHERING facilitated by Venerable Sha’ul Hirschmann, a senior ordained Buddhist priest with the Center for American Buddhist Practice (CABP), Venerable Dharmacharya, another teacher with CABP, or Jack Sisk, 4:30-5:15 pm. Each gathering centers on a 30 minute session of silence for meditation or prayer. This began as a meditation gathering, but we’ve decided to expand it to include people who would prefer to pray - everyone is invited! Brief meditation instruction is available if people arrive early, and the period of silence will be followed by an opportunity for discussion. Donations are requested to help support the Center and CABP (at least $10 would be greatly appreciated, if you can afford it).
Tuesday - SPIRITUAL STUDY GROUP - WHAT IS ENLIGHTENMENT facilitated by Russell Hayden, Tim Altpeter and others, 7:00-8:30. This study group was originally formed to discuss Neale Donald Walsch’s writings, but now addresses various current books, videos and subjects - for example, some of the past sessions focused on Eckhart Tolle’s The New Earth. Every week is a new experience. This very animated group rides the wave of current spiritual developments. Donations are requested to support the Center (at least $10 would be greatly appreciated, if you can afford it).
Thursday - REIKI/LOVE/ENERGY CIRCLE, 7:00-11:00. All energy healing modalities are welcome in this powerful circle of healing, spiritual energy. We often have 20 or more participants. This particular Circle is open only to practitioners in any energy modality. We start with a talking circle and meditation, and then share our healing energies. You may leave whenever you’re ready. Donations are requested to support the Center (at least $10 would be greatly appreciated, if you can afford it).
By Appointment - SACRED SOUND SINGING BOWL ATTUNEMENTS by Jack Sisk. Jack performs private attunements with eight crystal singing bowls (the largest of which is 32"), two metal singing bowls, toning, a didgeridoo, a large gong, two equally large drums, bells, and more. These are powerful spiritual and energetic experiences - virtually everyone feels the attunement is one of the most profound experiences they've ever had. The attunements typically take 2½ hours, and are strictly private (no observers). They’re performed on a love offering basis, but we request a donation of at least $100, if possible. Subsequent attunements are ninety minutes long, with a requested donation of at least $70. These sessions are by appointment only, and setting up the instruments takes considerable time and effort, so we request that a donation be made if you cancel on less than 24 hours notice. Please note that as mentioned earlier, Jack also offers intense, briefer singing bowl sessions for groups.
By Appointment - MEDITATION INSTRUCTION by Jack Sisk. Jack has considerable experience in Hindu and Buddhist meditation practices. He’s especially able to help beginning meditators get started. Donations are requested to support the Center (at least $10 would be greatly appreciated, if you can afford it).
By Appointment - PAST-LIFE CLEARINGS by Roxanne Sears. Roxanne identifies blockages in your energy field that arise from unresolved past-life issues, and releases them. Her clearings bring you a greater understanding of your soul’s purpose while also addressing emotional and mental imbalances. Everyone who’s experienced Roxanne’s sessions has found they bring up extremely helpful information that’s truly their own. Fees: $70 for 1 hour, $100 for 1.5 hours, and $130 for 2 hours. Please contact Roxanne at (636) 946-5218 for an appointment. Note: She also sees people at her own clinic in St. Charles.
By Appointment - THERAPEUTIC “BODYWORK” by Donald Lenort. Sessions can help heal traumas and injuries, assist in grounding and centering, integrate experiences, reduce stress, and more. Sessions are individually tailored and may include modalities such as CranioSacral Therapy, Zero Balancing, Quantum Touch, Synergia, Thought Field Therapy, Reconnective Healing, Myofascial Release, Lymph Drainage, Reiki, and Energy Kinesiology. Massage therapy is not included, and clients are fully clothed. Donald has been involved in healing practices since 1987 and has a Master’s degree in Physical Therapy. $65 hour. Please contact Donald at (314) 303-0762 or esaijai@sbcglobal.net for more information or appointments.
By Appointment - HEALING TOUCH AND ENERGETIC HEALING SESSIONS by Deb Evans. For appointments and information regarding the services and cost, please call Deb at (314) 457-1295.
By Appointment - REIKI ATTUNEMENTS AND SESSIONS by Reiki Masters Susan Brockmeier, Deb Evans, and Anna Roach. Each of these Master Teachers has her own special expertise. Please call for more information.
By Appointment - AKASHIC RECORD CONSULTATIONS by Michaela Turner. These consultations, which were popularized by Edgar Cayce, allow you to unveil the mysteries in your life, understand your soul’s purpose, use past-life experiences to enhance your life, make choices that best serve your spiritual growth, and more. Fees are $30 for 15 minutes, $55 for 30 minutes, and $85 for an hour. Please call at (314) 749-1572 for more information or appointments.
Wednesday, September 1 - TWIN HEARTS MEDITATION AND PRANIC HEALING SESSIONS (held on the first Wednesday of each month), led by Dale Bilyeu and Lynn Maupin - Meditation at 6:00, Healing Sessions 7:00-8:30. At 6:00, Dale and Lynn lead the powerful Twin Hearts Meditation, which is used to direct peace, love, joy and goodwill to Mother Earth, blessing the Earth with Divine Light, Divine Love and Divine Power. It’s also a tool for achieving divine consciousness, and has many health benefits. It was created by Master Choa Kok Sui, the creator of Pranic Healing. Beginning at 7:00, Dale, Lynn, and other Pranic Healing practitioners offer a Pranic Healing clinic so you can experience this exceedingly beneficial healing modality. You also will be able to learn more about upcoming classes, meditations and events. Donations are requested to support the Center (at least $10 would be greatly appreciated, if you can afford it).
Friday, September 3 - AUSTRALIAN DIDGERIDOO WORKSHOP: DISCOVERING THE SACREDNESS OF BREATH & SOUND by Phil Jones, 7:00-9:30. Our Australian Hindu yogi didgeridoo teacher is coming back! He’s been here a number of times, and we’ve always truly loved his programs. He’s a great and entertaining spiritual teacher, and he uses the didgeridoo as, in his words, “a meditation accelerator.” The didgeridoo is an ancient and sacred Australian Aboriginal instrument made from the eucalyptus tree, hollowed out by white ants, and you’ll learn how to play it. Playing the didg creates soothing and resonant harmonics that easily erase the ‘monkey chatter’ in the mind, enhancing mental clarity and emotional equanimity. Phil has been performing Sanskrit chants for over 40 years and will begin the evening with meditative chanting - setting up a wonderful vibrational atmosphere for the workshop, whereby the participants will be invited to tone and chant the OM mantra as he sings the chants. Didgeridoos will be provided for the workshop, and will be available for purchase. $20 if paid in advance, $25 at the door. If you can, please let us know you’re coming.
Tuesday, September 7 - SHAMANIC HEALING SESSIONS (offered on the first Tuesday of each month by Joan Carnaghi or Mary Agnew, 2:00-7:00. This month: Joan. Joan and Mary are students of the teachings of the Quero People, Shamans of the High Andes in Peru, who draw upon the power of mountains and “the Collective” for healing. Their teacher is an American professional who has studied indigenous and other healing traditions for over 35 years, was mentored for eight years by Alberto Villoldo of the Four Winds Society, and more recently has taught with Jose Luis Herrara and his Rainbow Jaguar Institute. The hour-long sessions are offered strictly by appointment (contact the Center) and are offered on a donation basis, with all the proceeds going to the Center. The suggested donation is at least $20, if you can afford it.
Saturday, September 11 - GREEN TARA PUJA by Venerable Dharmacharya, a teacher with The Center for American Buddhist Practice (CABP), 2:00-3:30. This ceremony (puja) is to honor and celebrate Green Tara, the mother of all Buddhas and the remover of obstacles. The puja will include paying homage, making offerings, and reciting the 21 praises to Tara (she has 21 “forms” or “attributes” – thus the praises cover each one of these “forms”). Everyone is welcome to attend. Please dress comfortably. Donations (dana) are traditionally offered after the ceremony, and will be used to support CABP and the Center.
ON HIATUS - COPING WITH ILLNESS (usually held on the second Sunday of each month) with Janis Yakopovic, 1:00-3:00. This is a support group for people with chronic or disabling health issues. Donations are requested to support the Center and Janis (at least $10 would be greatly appreciated, if you can afford it). If you can, please let us know you’re coming.
Sunday, September 12 - MONTHLY BUDDHIST STUDY GROUP(held on the second Sunday of each month) led by Ven. Dharmacharya, a teacher with The Center for American Buddhist Practice, 3:30-4:30. This study and discussion group is open to everyone. There’s no charge, but donations will be welcomed to support the Center and CABP (at least $10 would be greatly appreciated, if you can afford it). Please let us know you’re coming, if you can.
ON HIATUS - A COURSE IN MIRACLES STUDY GROUP (usually held on the third Tuesday of each Month) facilitated by Susan Brockmeier, 7:00-8:30. The Course In Miracles is a profound and important body of teachings, and this has been one of our regular events since the Center’s early days. Donations are requested to support Susan and the Center (at least $10 would be greatly appreciated, if you can afford it). If you can, please let us know you’re coming. Note: Susan would like to find someone to share the facilitation of this group, and the group might meet more frequently if this can be arranged, so please let us know if you’re interested.
EVENT ELSEWHERE - Saturday, September 18 - JOHN TWO-HAWKS BENEFIT CONCERT FOR LIVING INSIGHTS, Midwest Music Conservatory, 15977 Clayton Road, Ballwin 63011, 7:00-9:00 pm. Chris and Cindy Rouse, with help from some of the Center’s other supporters, are generously putting together a John Two-Hawks benefit concert for the Center! John Two-Hawks is an Oglala Lakota Native American musician who’s been performing for nearly 20 years. He’s best known as a virtuoso flute player who’s been nominated for GRAMMY and NAMMY awards. He’s produced 16 CDs and has written a number of books. His past concerts in St. Louis, including his performance at last year’s World Sacred Music Festival, have been outstanding. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Tickets can be purchased at Living Insights, Mystic Valley, the Midwest Music Conservatory, and online at www.johntwohawks.com (online, you can purchase two tickets and get one free). For more information, you can see articles in both Pathfinder and Spirit Seeker. Thanks to everyone who’s helping make this event possible!
Sunday, September 19 - BRAIN ILLUMINATION MEDITATION AND SAI MAA DIKSHAS (almost always held on the third Sunday of each month) by Jules Renner, a devotee of esoteric Sai Maa, 2:30-3:30. The gathering will begin with the Brain Illumination Meditation and chanting. Brain Illumination is a comprehensive guided meditation which focuses on anchoring divine light into the brain, transmuting lower vibrations and emotions. It also focuses on how to bring light into specific parts of the physical body and the subtle bodies. This will then be followed by Sai Maa Dikshas, which previously were known as Pure Light Blessings. These Dikshas are offered as a beautiful tool for transformation. There is no fee to participate in the Brain Illumination Meditation or receive the Dikshas, but love offerings are welcomed and will go entirely to the Center (as usual, a $10 donation to the Center is suggested). If you can, please let us know you’re coming.
Sunday, September 19 - MONTHLY KIRTAN (almost always held on the third Sunday of each month) led by Brad Smith and Mike Webb, 7:00-9:00. Kirtan is the singing or chanting of mantras as group, producing a powerful connection with the divine and an extremely joyful state of being. Participants repeat chants sung by the leaders. This event has grown in power in recent months. Donations are requested to support the singers and the Center (at least $10 would be greatly appreciated, if you can afford it).
Wednesday, September 22 - HEALING TOUCH SESSIONS (held on the fourth Wednesday of each month) by Healing Touch practitioners, 6:00-8:00. This is another great opportunity to experience wonderful energy work. Donations are requested to support the Center (at least $10 would be greatly appreciated, if you can afford it).
Saturday, September 25 - JULIAN’S CIRCLE (held on the fourth Saturday of each month) by Father John Blair, noon until 1:00. Julian’s Circle is a contemplative prayer and meditation group. The purpose of this group is to experience God in the silence. The gathering is rather informal and consists of a simple liturgy, silent prayer, and a short talk. The language comes out of the mystical Christian traditions, but one need not be Christian to connect with it, and everyone is welcome. Donations are requested to support John and the Center (at least $10 would be greatly appreciated, if you can afford it). If you can, please let us know you’re coming.
Saturday, September 25 - SPIRITUAL DIRECTION/COUNSELING (usually offered on the fourth Saturday of each month) by John Blair, 1:00 until 5:00. John is an Episcopal priest, a certified spiritual director, and a licensed professional counselor. These sessions encourage people to explore a closer relationship with God. With John’s assistance, you will reflect deeply on your experiences in order to discover the presence of God’s unconditional love and grace in your life. Each session also will include prayer, a healing ritual, and a blessing. The fee is $40 for an hour session. Contact the Center for appointments.
Friday, October 1 - ST. THERESE’S FEAST DAY. We don’t have anything formal planned, but this may change. You might at least plan to drop by for a visit with our beloved Saint.
Sunday, October 3 -NEAR-DEATH STUDIES GROUP (almost always held on the first Sunday of every other month), 2:00-4:00. The local chapter of the International Association of Near-Death Studies (IANDS) holds their monthly meetings at the Center, and everyone is welcome to attend, whether or not you’ve had a Near Death Experience. These meetings celebrate life, love and remembrance. They’re free, although the group requests donations to the Center (at least $10 would be greatly appreciated, if you can afford it).
TENTATIVE DATE - Saturday, October 23 - SUFI ZIKR by Christopher Moinuddin Clarke, 3:00-4:30. Christopher is a prominent local Sufi. Zikr means remembrance of our divine nature, a practice of reunion with our true selves and with the Divine Reality. Zikr practice uses meditation, breath and attunement to the sacred names of God, enabling us to remember this reality within our hearts. As the great Sufi Hazrat Inayat Khan said, “By Zikr, the expression of the countenance becomes harmonious, the voice becomes melodious, the presence becomes healing, and one’s magnetism is spread in the atmosphere. There is nothing that by Zikr cannot be accomplished, either an earthly or a heavenly thing. Some by Zikr have liberated their souls from all bondages and attained ideal perfection...” The event includes teachings and chanting. We loved the first Zikr here so much that we’re going to make this a monthly event!. Donations are requested to support Moinuddin and the Center (at least $10 would be greatly appreciated, if you can afford it). If you can, please let us know you’re coming.
