Zikr – Sufi practice of Remembrance
Rising Tide International 5102 Swift Rd., Sarasota, FL, United StatesThe word Zikre means remembrance. It is a chanting practice that helps the practitioner remember and experience the infinite; the source of their being; their true home, from where they have come and to where they return.
Universal Service
Rising Tide International 5102 Swift Rd., Sarasota, FL, United StatesThe Universal Service celebrates the unity of all religious faiths on one altar by lighting candles to represent the diversity of faiths and offering prayers to honor all religions. A Cherag (from the Persian word for ‘lamp’) facilitates this service along with other services such as weddings, funerals, baby blessings, and house blessings. Cherags at... Read more »
Silent Meditation
Rising Tide International 5102 Swift Rd., Sarasota, FL, United StatesThis is an hour of silent meditation. It starts with breath concentration, and ends with a brief chant. The purpose is to move from concentration to meditation. This is an opportunity to build one’s intensity, connection and vibration with a group of spiritual beings. All are welcome.
Healing Circle
Rising Tide International 5102 Swift Rd., Sarasota, FL, United StatesThe Healing Service given by Sufi Inayat Khan is a powerful prayer and distance-healing service that sends healing to those requesting it. If you wish your name to be added to the Healing List, please contact Kismet. Someone must consent to putting their name on the list – you cannot simply offer names without getting their permission first.
Tuesday Night Class: The Quest for Spiritual Liberty
Rising Tide International 5102 Swift Rd., Sarasota, FL, United StatesThis is a far-ranging class offered by local Sufi Teachers and guest teachers. Classes can range from spiritual discourse and lectures, meditation, discussion, Dances of Universal Peace, chanting, mantra yoga, spiritual exercises, ceremonies, and more. Regular teachers of this class include (but are not limited to) Zaid Smith, Tara Anne Muir, Kismet Weeber, and others. Suggested Donation:... Read more »
Green Door Organics
Rising Tide International 5102 Swift Rd., Sarasota, FL, United StatesPick up on Thursdays from 1pm to 4pm at RTI At Green Door Organics our food is Fresh in from the Farm. (We pick it up on Thursday mornings, and you get to take it home Thursday afternoon! Our food comes from over 20 Certified Organic Farms and Growers. We favor locally grown Florida produce when... Read more »
Zikr – Sufi practice of Remembrance
Rising Tide International 5102 Swift Rd., Sarasota, FL, United StatesThe word Zikre means remembrance. It is a chanting practice that helps the practitioner remember and experience the infinite; the source of their being; their true home, from where they have come and to where they return.
Universal Service
Rising Tide International 5102 Swift Rd., Sarasota, FL, United StatesThe Universal Service celebrates the unity of all religious faiths on one altar by lighting candles to represent the diversity of faiths and offering prayers to honor all religions. A Cherag (from the Persian word for ‘lamp’) facilitates this service along with other services such as weddings, funerals, baby blessings, and house blessings. Cherags at... Read more »
Bill Schustik’s Songs and Stories of the American Journey
Rising Tide International 5102 Swift Rd., Sarasota, FL, United StatesIn deference to Independence Day July 4th, on July 2nd at RTI, we celebrate a bit of our heritage in a quintessential way, with American Troubadour, Bill Schustik, musician, singer, storyteller, and historian. Bill can delight, enlighten folk with his titillating stories and vast knowledge of American history and lore with some lesser known stories... Read more »
Silent Meditation
Rising Tide International 5102 Swift Rd., Sarasota, FL, United StatesThis is an hour of silent meditation. It starts with breath concentration, and ends with a brief chant. The purpose is to move from concentration to meditation. This is an opportunity to build one’s intensity, connection and vibration with a group of spiritual beings. All are welcome.