APRIL 2008
The Shrine of Holy Wisdom
We are an affiliate of the Church of Antioch and a radically inclusive spiritual community
seeking gnosis through the inner teachings of the Christos-Sophia: a western path to enlightenment!
Rev. Dr. Jorge Rodríguez Eagar –Spiritual Director
(480) 219-9633
retablos@cox.net
www.christofdivinelife.org

Celebration of the Divine Energy of the Eucharist-Sundays @ 10:00 am

April 6^th –Third Sunday of Easter ~ Missa of the Holy Grail – A very poetic liturgy that emphasizes the spiritual quest for the chalice of light, love, and eternal life. Acolyte: Connie Harmsen / Greeter: Melissa Fletcher / Music: Anna Kalusa Reader & Cantor: Margaret Grannis

April 13^th –Fourth Sunday of Easter ~ Divine Liturgy of the East - A liturgy that is chanted almost in its entirety and traces its origins to Christian communities established in India by the apostle Thomas. Devotional Kirtans provided by Shambo. Stay for Social Hour afterwards. Acolyte: David Garner / Greeter: Margaret Grannis / Reader: Maida Caballero /Music: Shambho

April 20^th - Fifth Sunday of Easter ~ Summoning of the Shining Ones An angelic ritual performed by members of the Sanctum of the Blessed Archangels. This service includes chants and the tree of life meditation.

April 27^th – Sixth Sunday of Easter ~ Liturgy of the Divine Mother - A liturgy of praise and adoration of the Divine Mother Holy Wisdom enhanced by sacred chants to the Female manifestation of Deity. Acolyte: Jorge Garzón / Greeter: Cheryl Cross /Music: Anna Kalusa / Reader: Jennifer King Cantor: Margaret Grannis

Special Gatherings / Classes

Deeksha & Meditation - Every Wednesday at 7:30 pm. Cheryl Cross and Lisa Peterson offer Deeksha - a transmission of divine energy which assists in the flowering of the Heart, God realization and enlightenment. Inspirational readings, sacred music, and practices from different spiritual paths are shared. A donation of $25 is suggested.

Thursday April 3^rd & 17^th @ 7:00 pm. Evening Prayer with the east valley priory of Gray Robe Benedictines consists of chanting the psalms, spiritual reading, Taize chanting, and the celebration of the Eucharist. A Love offering is requested!

Monday, April 7^th ~ 7:00 pm - Soul Ascension. Deborah Covington leads participants in a powerful guided meditation. A love offering is requested !

Monday, April 14^th ~ 7:30 pm - The Sanctum of the Blessed Archangels Join us for the sacred rituals of the Angels; ceremonies of spiritual beauty and upliftment. The aim of these rituals is to help us in our personal unfolding, and to broadcast peace and blessings upon the world. Anyone aligned with these ideals is invited to attend. A love offering is requested!

This Month’s featured Saturday workshop

Saturday, April 19^{th ~} 1:00 – 5:00 pm – John of God Healing Circle James Lane and Cheryl Cross create this soul-felt tribute to the interna-

tionally renowned healer John of God of Brazil. Learn how to open to and focus spiritual energy for healing self and others. Sit in a spiritual current. Connect with Holy Healing Entities of the Light and much more. Your investment is $55. Contact Jim & Cheryl at (480) 897-5251 for more information & to RSVP.

Tuesday, April 22^nd ~ 7:00 pm. The Aramaic Prayer of Yeshua Joyce Carlson – a Sufi devotee – teaches the Aramaic chants and body movements that accompany the Prayer of Yeshua known as the Lord’s Prayer. Suggested offering: $15

Mark your calendars: Our Annual Fund-raising garden brunch is Saturday, April 12^th! Invite friends & family! $25 donation requested per person. RSVP by April 9^th!

Total contributions received from 2/22 - 3/23 were $3,400.00 Thank you all for your continued generosity!

Fr. Jorge’s Episcopal Consecration is Sunday, May 4^th, 3:00 pm. St Mark’s Episcopal Church ~ Mesa, AZ.