Dances of Universal Peace

Southern States

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Creating Peace ... Within and Without

For information for information on regularly scheduled dances-goto: Dance Circles Page
For information on other Sufi Activities (Drumming, chanting, worship, ...) in the Southern States-goto: CarolinaSufi.info

Date	Location	Presenters	Description
June 26-28, 2009 (Fri - Sun)	Southern Dharma Retreat Center Hot Springs, NC	Akal Dev Sharonne and Mark Smith	Dances of Universal Peace were the vision of a Sufi master named Samuel Lewis, and began as a Sufi practice. Over the years they have come to embrace all the major spiritual traditions of the world. By singing sacred phrases to the accompaniment of simple movement, participants literally embody the sacred phrase, moving beyond the level of ego and personality to see the Divine essence that resides within each of us.
July 18, 2009 (Sat)	Safe Haven Retreat Center, Pelzer, SC	Amina Linda McMakin	Dancing with Mary Magdalene An experiential workshop combining ceremony, meditation, walks, and the Mary Magdalene cycle of dances originated by Amina Linda McMakin, in the tradition of the Dances of Universal Peace 10-5 PM Register with Veronica Inman
Sep 4 - Sep 7, 2009	Southern Dharma Retreat Center Hot Springs, NC	Jon Seskevich and Mark Smith	Universal Chanting. Chanting, or repetitive song, is part of almost every spiritual tradition. Also known as kirtan, bhajan, and “singing with heart,” chanting is a form of bhakti or devotional yoga. Mostly Chanting, but Akal Dev will lead some dances
Nov 6-8, 2009	Lutheridge Conference Center near Asheville, NC	Dr. Neil Douglas-Klotz	The Way of Renewal: Healing Pathways of the Heart This public workshop will select healing resources from the rich treasure of the "pathways of the heart" found in the Sufi practice of the 99 Beautiful Names. For several decades, Saadi has specialized in adapting ancient Sufi practices to the everyday challenges of modern life, and in 2005 produced a new translation of these practices in The Sufi Book of Life. The focus for this workshop will be on the many pathways that deal with strength, renewal, releasing, trust, being at home in the body, and increasing clarity in relationship with one's inner healing guidance. As resources we will use chant, heart meditation, walking meditation, body prayer, whirling and other forms of sacred movement and body awareness. The retreat aims to guide participants through a process that promotes freedom, growth and joy along with better understanding of oneself and others. Contact: Lucy Oliver, 1-828-225-0515
Jan 1-3, 2010	Trinity Center, Pine Knolls Shores, NC	Akal Dev Sharonne and Mark Smith	New Year’s Retreat of Dances at lovely Trinity Center, which stretches from the beach to the sound on Bogue Banks. Enjoy delicious food and comfortable lodging nestled in the maritime forest. There will be time for chanting with Mark, yoga with Akal Dev, walking on the beach and through the live oaks, meditation, rest and rejuvenation. All Dances will be taught, and newcomers/beginners are most welcome. We’ll begin with dinner on New Year’s Day, end with lunch on Jan. 3. For more information or to register contact Mark: 919 357-1967

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Dances of Universal Peace

Southern States

For specific questions-Contact Amina Linda McMakin (864) 947-7028

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