November 2018
Silent Meditation
This 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.
Find out more »Healing Circle
The 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.
Find out more »Tuesday Night Class: The Quest for Spiritual Liberty
This 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, Nur-Al-Haqq Richard Martin, Anne Karuna Ferrier, and others. Suggested Donation: $10
Find out more »Yoga of Recovery
We combine yoga with a 12 step group format. The foundation is creating a safe, sacred place for learning new skills, sharing, and healing.
Find out more »Zikr – Sufi practice of Remembrance in the Sanctuary
The 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.
Find out more »Women’s Full Moon Thanksgiving Meditation – Nov. 23
The Women's Meditation Circle returns to Rising Tide on the Full Moon of November 23rd. The Suncoast Threshold Choir leads this Thanksgiving Friday meditation. The Choir sings songs and holy mantras for those in life-transitions. This is an evening of music and healing. Doors open at 6:30 and close at 7 pm when meditation starts. It is offered by suggested donation of $10 to Rising Tide. In the fall, the Women's Meditation Circle has a special Karma Yoga collection on behalf…
Find out more »Mindfulness and Loving-Kindness Meditation (Saturday Meditation)
Saturday Meditation Class at Rising Tide Mindfulness and Loving-Kindness Meditation Please join us each Saturday at 10:00am for meditation class taught by Bhante San and Bhante Chan, Buddhist monks from Sri Lanka. Wear comfortable clothes, mats, cushions and chairs are available there – classes are one hour. All are welcome, no experience necessary! Suggested donation: $10.00 ~ Rising Tide is located at 5102 Swift Rd, Sarasota, FL ~ Email serenitybuddhists@gmail.com if you have any questions regarding class. Connect…
Find out more »Universal Worship Service
The Universal Worship 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 Rising Tide are available to the Sarasota community at large. Universal Worship is held every Sunday The Universal Worship Service is an egalitarian worship service…
Find out more »Slow & Deep Yoga with Sound Therapy
Slow & Deep Yoga Including Sound Therapy Every Sunday at 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Cost: $10.00 Per Person, Per Class Taught by: Ava Csiszar Contact: grandcentralhealing@gmail.com or yogaonsiestabeach@yahoo.com
Find out more »Slow & Deep Yoga & Sound Therapy
Slow & Deep Yoga Including Sound Therapy - Starts October 28, 2o18 Every Sunday at 6:30 pm To 8:00 pm $10 Per Person, Per Class Taught By: Ava Csiszar Contact: grandcentralhealing@gmail.com or yogaonsiestabeach@yahoo.com
Find out more »December 2018
Sound Immersion Gong Meditation
The sounds of the gong can dissolve tension, release stress and lift your spirit. It takes you on a journey into your inner landscape. Sound has a profound affect that awakens, inspires, heals, transforms and soothes the soul.
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The Jewel of Peace
The Joy of creating peace through prayer, poetry, singing, dancing and conversation. We will learn, identify and share practices of peace within ourselves, with our companions and the world. We will sculpt our jewel through Sufi practices with breath, meditation, zikr, sound and movement. Taj's jewels are unique handcrafted jewelry inspired by mystical themes and the longings of the heart About Taj Loreto Lorca Taj is an Inayat Sufi Order representative for South America, mentor in the Dances of Universal…
Find out more »Women’s New Moon Meditation – Dec. 7
The Women's Meditation Circle returns to Rising Tide for the New Moon Meditation on December 7th. Ruth Fishel leads the group annually in a special meditation of open-hearted discussion and devotion. Ruth is a prolific author and Peace Activist and was ordained in Thich Nhat Hanh's Order of Interbeing. She brings serenity and compassion to her meditations. Doors open at 6:30 and close at 7 pm when meditation starts. It is offered by suggested donation of $10 to Rising Tide. …
Find out more »Winter Solstice Full Moon – South Lido Beach
The Light - The Visions - The Stones of the World Mandala. These themes set the intentions for the 2018 Full Moon Winter Solstice held at South Lido Beach State Park. The Return of the Light begins with the arrival of the Mabon Children - Lincoln and Liberty Squires who represent the son of the Sun and the daughter of the Moon. They are led in a beach processional into the circle by Jewell Cochara and The Venice Frame Drummers. Participants join the ceremony from many organizations across the SW Florida…
Find out more »January 2019
Women’s New Moon Meditation – Jan. 4th
The Women's Meditation Circle begins it's 13th consecutive year on the New Moon of January 4th. Patricia Cockerill - co-founder of the circle and the women's retreats, kicks off the new year with a Green Tara Healing Meditation. Green Tara is the Mother of all Buddhas and the Bodhisattva of Compassion who rushes to the aid of all who summon her. As a devotee of Green Tara and one who was empowered in the Green Tara Practice, Patricia will lead…
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William Meader | In the Name of Light
Light is a term used in most spiritual traditions to depict the nature of divinity, both within oneself and hidden within the circumstances of life. Indeed, we often describe divinity in terms of the “light of God.” In this talk, William Meader will profoundly consider the nature of spiritual light and its revelatory influence at this transitional period in human history. The Light of Love/Wisdom, the Light of Purpose and the Light within the Head will be closely examined, as well as methods for bringing the…
Find out more »Women’s Full Moon Meditation – Jan. 18th
The Women's Meditation Circle is now in it's 13th consecutive year. On the Full Moon of January 18th Patricia Walsh - author, regression therapist, and evolutionary astrologist, leads a meditation on Soul Retrieval. This is a psychic and karmic understanding of the fragmented selves we carry and a way to re-call the fragmented pieces. Patricia uses her expertise in transpersonal psychology to heal the whole being. Doors open at 6:30 and close at 7 pm when meditation starts. The evening is offered…
Find out more »February 2019
Women’s New Moon Meditation – Feb. 1
The Women's Meditation Circle is now in it's 13th consecutive year. On the New Moon of February 1st Barbara Gail - co-owner of The Rhythm Inlet, ceremonialist, drummer, singer and dancer, leads the circle in An Evening of Drumming. For decades, Barbara has been a vibrant performer and percussion alchemist. She was taught by her mentor and friend Layne Redmond, a pioneer in rhythm. The drumming circle opens the heart to connections of spirit. Doors open at 6:30 and close at 7…
Find out more »Women’s Full Moon Meditation – Feb. 15th
The Women's Meditation Circle is now in it's 13th consecutive year. On the Full Moon of February 15th Kelsang Sangzin - Buddhist nun and teacher at the Kadampa Buddhist Center leads a Buddhist Deity guided meditation. Sangzin is currently a meditation teacher and is the Education Program Coordinator at KMC Florida. She brings guidance, stories, kindness, humor, and practical advice for daily life into her talks before the meditations. Doors open at 6:30 and close at 7 pm when meditation starts. The evening…
Find out more »March 2019
Women’s New Moon Meditation – Mar. 8
The Women’s Meditation Circle celebrates it’s 13th consecutive year. On the New Moon of March 8th Donna Day founder of the Venice Peace Project leads the meditation. As a peace activist, Donna's vision is that peace can be achieved through education, activities, conversations about peace, and placement of symbols of peace that stimulate the topic of peace. Her group has installed dozens of Peace Poles around the SW Florida area. Doors open at 6:30 and close at 7 pm when meditation…
Find out more »Spring Equinox: Celtic Ceremony – March 22
The Women’s Meditation Circle celebrates it’s 13th consecutive year with a Full Moon Meditation on March 22. Jennifer Sault, Order of Druids Bards & Ovates leads the meditation. Jennifer brings a Celtic inspired ceremony to Rising Tide in celebration of the Spring Equinox. The Druids called the first day of spring Alban Eiler, which means, "Light of the Earth. It was considered to be a rare and magical time when night and day are in balance. Equinoxes and solstices alike were holy times of transition…
Find out more »April 2019
Women’s New Moon Meditation – Joy Yackley April 5
The Women’s Meditation Circle celebrates it’s 13th consecutive year. On the New Moon of April 5th Joy Yackley Kundalini Yoga Practitioner leads the meditation. Joy is well known in the SW Florida and NC communities as an accomplished Gong Master and Certified Kundalini Yoga instructor. She is also a beloved meditation leader and a member of the Sound Sisters. She brings reverence and reverberation to these annual sessions for the women's community. Doors open at 6:30 and close at 7 pm when…
Find out more »Women’s Full Moon Meditation – Native Ways Apr. 19
The Women’s Meditation Circle celebrates it’s 13th consecutive year. This is the LAST REGULARLY SCHEDULED meditation for the year. On the Full Moon of April 19th Zan Benham, Shamanic Practitioner leads the meditation. Zan is well known in the SW Florida community for her devotion to the ceremonial Native Ways. She's led Sweat Lodges, Shamanic Journeys and is a Reiki Master in the Usui tradition having initiated many students. This Grand Finale brings to a close the regularly scheduled women's meditations. Summer Program…
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