Lemurian Philosophy Seminars

 

by Charlotte Greguski

 

     Participants in Stelle and Adelphi understand that our ideas and attitudes are helping to shape the future of the world. By encouraging growth of our two institutions, as well as our members, we hope to insure a positive future for all.

     Today we stand in the midst of transformation. The Stelle Group wishes to share its educational program, called, Lemurian Philosophy Seminars, with interested persons who are not members of The Stelle Group. The Seminars are designed to explore the Brotherhoods’ philosophy on a deeper level and are an outgrowth of over a decade of Orientation classes in Stelle and three years in Adelphi. They are tailored to address issues ranging from the qualities which any truly successful and whole human being must develop, to helping individuals learn how to create the kinds of conditions they desire in their lives. The Lemurian Philosophy Seminars also cover how the Brotherhoods’ philosophy integrates science and religion (the two main approaches to truth). Stelle and Adelphi are at the forefront of the New Renaissance, and the Lemurian Philosophy Seminars present the Brotherhoods’ methods for developing human excellence.

     Classes are two hours long and begin with a half hour of the students’ sharing in a discussion of their personal growth by using the Twelve Great Virtues. This format incorporates powerful techniques for assisting participants in the practice of these important components of the Brotherhoods’ philosophy. The bulk of each class consists of either a video or live presentation on the day’s topic plus exercises in a workshop format that are designed to help students experience the impact of the class material in their own lives. The Lemurian Philosophy Seminars consist of six Seminars, each of which runs 12 to 14 weeks. The subject matter of each of the six Seminars is described as follows:

 

I.  Exploring The Ultimate Frontier

     A far-reaching study, giving an overview of the philosophy of the Brotherhoods as it is presented in The Ultimate Frontier. Conducted in discussion format, the Seminar affords much opportunity for a lively and informative exchange of thoughts and feelings. Successful completion of this Seminar is a prerequisite for enrollment in the other Seminars that are offered by The Stelle Group.

 

II. Be All You Can Be

     The purpose of this Seminar is to help people become aware of and begin to actualize their potential. The Ultimate Frontier states that a man has mastered the physical plane when he enjoys “a perfect body and an environment exactly to his liking.” Each of the twelve degrees of Brotherhood is precise measures of a person’s growing “control over himself and control over his environment”.

     Our intent is that people become more aware of how to better attain their own goals and begin to move towards them. We expect to see real change in people’s lives over the three months this Seminar lasts. This Seminar focuses on the Seven Qualifications for Initiation, also called the Seven Hallmarks of Excellence. The Seminar begins with helping students to develop greater self-awareness of their personality and of their goals, so they can begin to chart an effective self-improvement program.

 

III.    Power of the Mind

     Safe and effective tools for developing more direction over one’s Mind are taught in this third Seminar to help people become more fully aware of their potential. Several of the sessions provide a fresh approach to time-honored methods for personal transformation. Also included in this Seminar are innovative approaches to the concepts of personal integrity, and it demonstrates that our environment is a result of our thoughts. This Seminar will appeal to people who have been actively seeking new and better ways of being.

 

IV.     Personal Responsibility

     Personal responsibility is a key to all inner change. As we become aware of our unique strengths, we can consciously choose to change and uplift ourselves. A model of a person who has already accepted personal responsibility is presented, and participants are shown techniques for assessing their personal profile.

     In an original approach, students are encouraged to take personal responsibility for more fully enjoying intimacy, prosperity, and total health.

     This Seminar also deals with the value of appreciation and encouragement of other people and introduces better communication skills as a means to minimizing conflict.

 

V. Toward a Better culture

     Each of us is not only pursuing personal growth but is a part of a greater whole. We can live our lives in a way that will create a better culture. This Seminar takes an intensive look at the general areas of socio-sexuality, education, culture, civilization, government, and economics as well as explaining The Stelle Group’s role in the Great Plan. Two different cultures are examined in light of how we, as individuals, can help our culture become more balanced.

 

VI.     Integrating Science and Philosophy

     The Brotherhoods have presented us with a fascinating and integrated cosmology. This Seminar discusses in depth the Brother-hoods’ view of the origins and purpose of the Universe and life. We explore how frontiers of scientific-thought today are coming more and more to support the Brotherhoods’ ancient cosmology as presented in The Ultimate Frontier.

     Topics covered include: creation of matter and energy plus new Physics. Also emphasized is “Your Personal Path to Becoming a Scientist Philosopher.”

     If any of the above six Seminars of the complete series strike a responsive note in you, and you live near either Chicago/Stelle, Illinois or Dallas, Texas, we invite you to contact us for more information regarding times and dates of these Seminars. Tuition is $65 per 25 to 30-hour Seminar. Anyone may audit any meeting for $3 without credit or the right to - participate in the class. If all six Seminars are successfully completed, the student can use this as credit to qualify for full Membership in The Stelle Group at any later date. It is possible to attend more than one Seminar at the same time, and attendance is open to anyone. A person may enroll at the beginning of any Seminar provided the prerequisite first Seminar on Exploring The Ultimate Frontier has been successfully completed.

     We would like to help those who study with us in the Lemurian Philosophy Seminars to be richly in touch with the goodness of life and to have the self-actualized power to transform themselves and the world around them.

     This year we invite you to share with us a spirit of success as it moves through the 80’s. ∆

 

 

 

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