Newsletter March 2016

Hello! And thank you for visiting Madre Grande Monastery's blog, our home for upcoming events. 

Madre Grande Monastery is the international headquarters of The Paracelsian Order, a California non-profit corporation. The Order's purpose is to be a religious, theosophical, monastic, healing and teaching order. The Monastery land is treated as a natural preserve and ceremonial grounds for a myriad of spiritual expressions. "Madre Grande" means Great Mother and we see that as sacred and holy land.   

Upcoming Events at Madre Grande Monastery 

                          Women’s Inipi (Sweat Lodge)

Saturday June 4th 2016, 10am-5pm

Experience healing in a circle of sacred women and sisters, just like you! Learn the wise Medicine Wheel Teachings to release past pain and replace it with joy, confidence and bravery.
Our Lodge leader, Roberta "Mama Bear" Moon, carries ceremonies and teachings from husband Hawk Moon and his family. She has been pouring lodge and sharing teachings for over 20 years. She will be supported by the female members of the Medicine Shield Strong Heart Society committed to keeping the circle safe and prepared for your healing journey. 

Suggestions for an Enriched Day

Please wear a long skirt and a shirt with sleeves and bring a towel for inside the lodge - these items will get dirty. Come hydrated and bring extra water. Please, bring an extra change of clothes and a clean towel (to dry off with) since lodge wear will be wet and muddy. Cold shower and toilet available. Please also bring a dish of your choice for our post lodge potluck (note: we do not provide a way to heat or keep food cold). Suggested donation of $60 will be collected at arrival - cash or check only. Make check out to Roberta Moon.

 

Item Checklist:
2 towels
Wear a long Skirt and T-Shirt
Extra clothes and jacket
Flashlight
Bottles of water
Favorite dish to share
Donation: cash or check made out to Roberta Moon Please send any questions via Messenger or call 951/609-1415.

Intro to Life at Madre Grande Monastery 101

 The Beginning Course

  Have you ever wondered what it is like to live in a Monastery? Whether you've been to Madre Grande for one of our festivals, spiritual retreats, gatherings, or sweat lodges, or if even you've never heard of us, here is your chance to experience life at Madre Grande Monastery for a weekend. Join the monks and participate in our meals, work, prayer, and meditation, and have the opportunity for a full encounter with Mother Nature and the daily rhythm of the Monastery. 

The program starts with brief tour before dinner on Friday, followed by an introductory talk in the evening on the history and purpose of Madre Grande Monastery and the Paracelsian Order. Saturday will include Yoga/Reiki/Meditation 7-8, breakfast 8-9, two hours of karma yoga service work, lunch, and then a study group from 2-3. There will also be time before and after dinner for wandering the trails, exploring the hills, utilizing our extensive library, or more in-depth personal discussions. Sunday includes Yoga/Reiki/Meditation 7-8, breakfast 8-9, karma yoga service, lunch, and further wanderings, explorations, and discussions. This special opportunity comes the second weekend of every month at a cost of $100 per person, and includes a two night stay in the main house and all meals.. Please call 619-468-6869 or e-mail reservations@madregrandemonastery.org. Check out theosophymonk.blogspot.com for James Lefevour's personal experience with Madre Grande Monastery 101.  Space is limited to six participants per weekend, so sign up now for your chance to find out what life is like at Madre Grande Monastery

Kindred Spirit Meet-Ups

Saturdays, 2 pm 

 

 Join us on Saturdays for free group activities such as meditation, herb walks, hiking, yoga and much more.

Our "meet - ups" are a great way to get to know the monastery and explore the beautiful mountain.

 

Also on Saturdays we offer a Study Group. The monks and friars have organized a presentation on various topics including theosophy, spirituality, meditation, herbal medicine, and more! The presentation runs for an hour, beginning at 12:30 p.m. After a 30 minute break for snacks, the group resumes at 2 pm for feedback, questions, and discussion. There is no cost to attend the study group, but donations are accepted. See the schedule for upcoming topics.

Healing Earth Retreat

Second Saturday of each Month

 The Earth is a most wonderful healer and teacher. Don’t worry if you can’t meditate for hours. With the Healing Earth Retreat, Madre Grande Monastery is providing a series of nine element meditations. You will experience cleansing smoke, water, sound, earth breathing, magnetic power, the gift of texture, shells, your inner child, the infinity walk and inspiration from the Great Mother.

Inipi Ceremony Saturday,

April 16th 2016

Traditional Lakota Sweat Lodges take place the third Saturday of the month. Join us for an afternoon of healing and release.

Followed by a pot-luck. Suggested donation is $60.  Learn more @ www.facebook.com/hawk.moon.3

Volunteer at Madre Grande Monastery 

We have  many projects on the grounds that require attention and hands. If you'd like to share your time and talent, we're always looking for volunteers.

Can't make it up here? We are also in need of monetary donations of any amount to cover the costs of our many projects.  Remember that all donations are tax deductible!

Let's Connect!

Madre Grande is available to host groups for retreats or workshops. Share your ideas with us and we will work with you! Join our Facebook group.

Visitors and those interested in spiritual retreats are asked to call 619-468-6869 or email reservations@madregrande.org for reservations and more information. Thank you for reading our newsletter! Many Blessings from Madre Grande Monastery.