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Well, I will get right to the point: The approaching month of May is a very big month for our Spiritual Home of ISD-DC: It is our 30th Anniversary! For three decades, we have been sanctuary for all seeking
Spirit in an atmosphere of unconditional love and acceptance. That's pretty special. And it is certainly a milestone to celebrate to be sure! Several folks in our Spiritual family have been around since our beginnings...several of us have made our way home a bit more recently. But we are all together now and celebrate we will.
The anniversary weekend is coming up quickly -- May 7th and 8th to be exact, with two lovely events to raise the energy and send us into our next 30 years.
And lest you think those are the only two things happening in May, let me assure you that there is MUCH more going on! First, we are going to prepare our Spiritual Home for the celebration weekend with our Spring Spruce Up. This is going to take place in phases over the next week, but we would love to have some help this coming Saturday, April 30. You can join me at the church at 12:30 p.m. to tackle some yard work and other chores, or, if you prefer to come earlier in the day, please email me at revrobb@isd-dc.org so we can arrange for you to get into the church and get a jump start. If you are not available on Saturday, April 30 but still want to contribute the the Spruce-Up in some way, also email me and we can talk about when that might be.
12:30 p.m. Hospitality
1:00 p.m. Healing in the Sanctuary
1:30 p.m. Spanish Service
We also have two classes starting up in May. The first class, Astrology: The Map to Knowing You begins Thursday, May 5 and is being taught by a wonderful new instructor James Moran. James is a yogi, astrological counselor and an artist and you will enjoy his peaceful energy and his wonderful spirit. The class runs May 5, 12, 19 and 25.
Then we we continue our Metaphysics and the Bible series with Metaphysical Perspectives of the New Testament, which, like its predecessor class focusing on the Old Testament, takes a deeper look into the metaphysical meanings of some of the new Testament's most well-known stories, including the Gospels. The class runs May 10, 17, 24 and 31.
Our retreat is fast approaching! Have you made your reservations yet? This year's retreat is called
Metaphysical Magic, and once again, we are partnering with Takoma Metaphysical Chapel for a weekend full of events and fun May 27 - 30. We'll be exploring how to "Create the Life We Imagine" through workshops, meditations, services, and more! Plus we'll have lots of time to explore the beautiful historic charm of Shepherdstown, West Virginia. You won't want to miss this magical Memorial Day weekend.
For more of our May events, check out the listings below, all of which have links back to more information on the ISD-DC website.
To hear several of our homilies and meditations that you may have enjoyed or missed, be sure to check out our Soundcloud page. There you will find insight and tools to help deepen your connection with Spirit.
In celebration and love -
Rev. Rob Banaszak
Pastor, Institute for Spiritual Development, Washington, D.C.
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Astrology: The Map to Knowing You
with James Moran
Thursdays, May 5, 12, 19, 26
7:30 p.m.
$20 members/$22 non-members
discount if all classes are paid in full prior to the first class
In this four week series
of classes we will learn to read the astrological birth chart as a map to "know thyself." This class is perfect for novice and expert astrologers alike, and a dedication to personal transformation and spiritual growth is recommended.
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Champagne & Sweets 30th Anniversary Concert and Reception
Saturday, May 7
7:30 p.m.
$25 admission
ISD is celebrating its 30th anniversary on this weekend, and we are kicking it off in style! Join us for an evening of music and merriment, courtesy of our most talented ISD family! You'll delight to the sounds of classical, Broadway, pop and more.
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ISD-DC's 30th Anniversary Celebration Service
Sunday May 8
11 a.m.
This is a day that the Divine has made - and we are rejoicing with gladness! Be with us today to celebrate ISD-DC's 30th Anniversary at a special Service of Celebration! We'll honor ISD's 30 years of being a Spiritual Home to so many seeking to deepen their connection to the Source, and we'll rejoice and bless our bright and beautiful future! And then we'll continue the celebration after our service with a special hosted reception of delicious treats and fabulous friendships. This is not just ANY Mother's Day - it is a day to honor and cherish the creation of our magical community. See you there!
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Metaphysical Perspectives of the New Testament
with Rev. James DeBiasio, Rev. Rob Banaszak & the ISD ministerial staff
Tuesdays, May 10, 17, 24 and 31
7:30 p.m.
$20 members/$22 non-members
discount if all classes are paid in full before the start of the first class
This course examines several epic biblical tales from the Old Testament to discover the deeper metaphysical meanings. We'll learn to pull back the curtain of what we may think we know about these stories to reveal the mystery in the obvious.
ISD's ministerial staff joins in leading you on this fascinating and fun investigation.
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Retreat 2016:
Metaphysical Magic
May 27-30, 2016
Shepherdstown, WV
Learn how to tap into your own personal magic, then discover how you can use it for you, for your community and for the universe in a weekend full of fun workshops, meditations, services, recreation and much more!
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