Infinite Possibilities Await for ISD-DC! 

 

 
I have to hand it to my friend and mentor Rev. Ken Foor - this past week he presented a homily that really packed a punch. He talked about "checking in" with our beliefs -- taking a birds eye view of our life and our circumstances -- and reflecting on what we really believe to be true. 

So I began to ponder: "what DO I believe, anyway...???"

And since Sunday's service, I have been enjoying the fascinating experience of asking this question to myself often, and awaiting an answer from my HigherDeeper Self. 

Don't worry. I am not going to bore you with "Rev. Rob's Belief Manifesto" here in this email...but I do want to proclaim a couple of the biggies: 

I believe in the magic of our beloved Spiritual Home, which is a living/breathing entity, made up of our beautiful building, and all who walked through its doors -- past, present and future. It thrives because we thrive in it, and with it, and for it. It is more than a place -- it is an experience of wonder, delight, serenity and healing.

I also believe that our Spiritual Home's longevity is not guaranteed by Divine Decree simply because of its awesomeness. I believe that its longevity is a precious gift of opportunity that can only be nourished and continually claimed by the love, commitment and RESPONSIBILITY that each of us joyfully assumes for its vitality.  We don't just "go" to ISD -- we ARE ISD. What does that mean to us as individuals and as a spiritual community? 

Something to think about in these next few weeks as we begin to return from our various summertime diversions. 

In the meantime make sure you scroll down to take a closer look in this email to our upcoming events and activities, and choose one or many of them to participate in. You can bring your energy and light to add to our Core Vibration! 

Much, much love, 

Rev. Rob Banaszak
Pastor, Institute for Spiritual Development, Washington, D.C. 
Coming Up...
Message Circle:
Guidance from your Guardians
Saturday, August 12, 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $25 members/$30 non-members 

Our gifted intuitive message bearers will gather to energize our sanctuary to connect with your Spirit Guides and Guardians. Attendees will be seated in small groups. The message bearers will visit each group, touch into your individual energy to channel loving messages of guidance, insight, and inspiration. Each attendee will receive several personal messages during the evening's session.


Spirit Speaks on Everything:
Channeled Session 2
With Rev. Jim Webb
Sunday, August 13, 2017, 12:45 p.m.
Cost: $25 members/$30 non-members 

In this second of two channeled sessions this summer, Spirit will provide insight, guidance and powerful healing energy to help you address any area of your life where you need spiritual support.  This insight and guidance is not limited to any topic during this special Sunday afternoon session, so additional topics such as "Earth Changes", Geo-Political shifts, and technological forecasts are also likely to be on Spirit's agenda!

Come hear from the Masters what lies in store for you and the earth.


Harnessing the Power of the Solar Eclipse
With Rev. Kathy Kerston
Saturday, August 19, 2017, 
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Cost: $80 members/$85 non-members 

The energy of a solar eclipse is powerful, and the upcoming August 21st eclipse is especially so!

The tone of the eclipse is set on the day of the event and is potent for a year. This eclipse is empowered by a trine from the planet Uranus. Uranus is the higher octave of Mercury and is considered the planet of change and freedom. This solar energy will be beneficially activated into action by some major planets during the next twelve months - we we want to seize this opportunity to harness this positive energy!

Participants must pre-register for the class (use the paypal form below, or on the ISD website page  about this event) and then email their birth information to Rev. Kathy Kerston at  kathykerston@gmail.com , who will then provide a printout of their astrology chart. You will see the areas of your life where this energy will have the most dramatic affect. We will use tools to empower it and you will know exactly the time frames to do your individual empowering.



The Solar Eclipse and the United States Astrology Chart: What Does it Mean?
With Rev. Kathy Kerston
Sunday, August 20, 2017, 
12:45 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Cost: $25 members/$30 non-members 

What are the effects of an eclipse on the chart of a country?
Rev. Kathy Kerston leads this fascinating workshop that examines the astrological chart for the United States and how what area of the chart that will be the most affected by the solar eclipse. We'll learn how we can benefit by understanding this potent energy!

We'll also take a look at the chart of the stock market, and even the chart of the President of the United States!


Empanadas for Everyone!

Just $2.50 buys you a little bit of tasty heaven AND helps to support ISD-DC! It's our "Empanadas for Everyone" sale! 

Handmade by our own members and congregants, these baked doughy delights are yours for the ordering and eating! 

Order yours via PayPal today (below), or see Rev. Martha Saenz for more information. 

Order deadline: EXTENDED! Sunday, August 27
Delivery: Sunday, September 3 at the Family Fiesta Fellowship taking place between the regular service and the Spanish language service.   

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Retreat 2018: To Cruise or Not to Cruise?

The Institute for Spiritual Development -- recently co-hosting with Takoma Metaphysical Chapel -- continues our twenty-five year tradition of Annual Retreats. As a dramatic departure for 2018, we are considering combining the Annual Retreat with a cruise. Your input and interest are vital to moving forward with this idea. 

The estimated cost for the combined cruise and retreat would be around $800/900. 

This is based on a five day cruise which includes your shared cabin, all meals, entertainment, ship amenities and off ship ports of call.

An installment payment schedule will be arranged for those desiring to pay over a period of time.

Won't you please take moment to answer these two brief survey questions?

This is not a commitment, but your input is vital to our decision to move forward.


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