November 2019
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 »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 To join the class by Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/655125997 Dial by your location +1 929 205 6099 US…
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 »Sunday Healing Circle
On the fourth Sunday of every month from 2-4 pm, a Sacred Healing Circle is held at Rising Tide. ALL energy modalities are welcomed! If you are an energy healer, or an individual in need of healing, you are invited to attend. It is a sacred shared space where Healing Arts are offered. THE HEALING SESSIONS are hosted by Rev. Patricia Cockerill and Dr. Carol Wentz Randaci. It begins with a brief overview, setting intentions and topics: How the circle will be used; Definition of…
Find out more »Women’s New Moon Meditation – Gong Meditation with Joy Yackley
On Thanksgiving Friday, Joy Yackley leads the New Moon Meditation on Nov. 29th. The evening is filled with the inspiring sounds of the Gong. In Joy's capable hands, you'll be engulfed in sonic waves - some primal, some angelic, all emotionally overwhelming. Each acoustic note will affect every cell of your being in either a memorable or pleasing way. This evening brings a special healing spark to the Thanksgiving Weekend. Doors open at 6:30 and close when meditation begins at 7…
Find out more »December 2019
Women’s Full Moon Meditation – Ruth Fishel
Ruth Fishel was ordained by Thich Nhat Han in the Order of Interbeing. She leads a life as a spiritual peace activist, writing books on the art of peace, teaching, leading retreats, and by "being peace." She leads her meditations with personal stories, attesting to the complexity of life, while maintaining courage of beliefs. On Friday's Full Moon, she leads the meditation in the art of Mindfulness - Peace - Being. Doors open at 6:30 and close when meditation begins…
Find out more »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.
Find out more »Sound Immersion Meditation
On the first Saturday of every month at 7 pm, Dr. Carol Wentz Randacil DOM, AP, leads a Sound Immersion Meditation as a Fundraiser for Rising Tide. Using many instruments, like Tibetan or Crystal Bowls, Gongs, Pan Drums, and chimes, Carol, along with other guest practitioners including her husband Angelo Randaci, take you on a journey into your inner being. Sound is both healing and therapeutic. The voyage creates magnetic resonance and illuminates aspects of your personal inner landscape. Edgar…
Find out more »The Rockin’ Kirtan Band
Rising Tide welcomes The Rockin’ Kirtan Band to pot-luck and Kirtan on the second Sunday of every month. The Rockin’ Kirtan Band offers a progressive blend of multicultural chants with familiar melodies designed to foster love and open hearts! The band synthesizes the energy of light rock with the soul of sacred chanting! Steve Biegel, the band leader on guitar and vocals, invites the community to be part of the band as it meditates, sways, chants and dances to the music.…
Find out more »Winter Solstice 2019
Winter Solstice - The longest night! The sun stands still for 3 days. On the third day the light returns. Each day it's a few minutes longer. Another solar year begins. And with the sun's return from the darkness, members of the SW FL spiritual community celebrate with ceremony, music, song, dance, lights and drumming. Bring your husbands and your children to this celebration. The Rockin' Kirtan Band will perform as will The Venice Frame Drummers who will "drum" attendees…
Find out more »Sunday Healing Circle
On the fourth Sunday of every month from 2-4 pm, a Sacred Healing Circle will be offered at Rising Tide. ALL energy modalities are welcomed! If you are an energy healer, or an individual in need of healing, you are invited to attend. It is a sacred shared space where Healing Arts are offered. THE HEALING SESSIONS are hosted by Rev. Patricia Cockerill and Dr. Carol Wentz Randaci. It begins with a brief overview, setting intentions and topics: How the circle will be used; Definition of Healing; Healing Techniques;…
Find out more »January 2020
Women’s Full Moon Meditation – Patricia Cockerill – Jan. 10th
The Women's Meditation Circle begins it's 14th consecutive year in 2020 with the group growing from 8 women to hundreds. One of the original founders, Patricia Cockerill leads the new year and Full Moon meditation with The Three Portals. Portals are openings or gateways. The 3 portals that practitioners will enter are Stillness, Silence and Spaciousness. Each doorway takes the individual deeper until the true nature of each person's Being is experienced. Doors open at 6:30 and close at 7…
Find out more »Ceremonial Frame Drum Making Workshop
The SW Florida community is known for ceremony and sacred events. This is an opportunity to make your own frame drum to be used in sacred ceremonies and events. The two-part workshop is led by Jewell Cochara. Her passion is sharing the wisdom of native American practices. She's studied with various teachers around the country for the past 15 years, bringing those wisdom teachings into her work. The frame drum sessions are held on January 18 and January 25th. Drums…
Find out more »Women’s New Moon Meditation – Frannie Hoffman – Jan. 24th
The Women's Meditation Circle begins it's 14th consecutive year in 2020 with the group growing from 8 women to hundreds. Returning after a long absence, we are pleased to welcome back Frannie Hoffman who leads the New Moon meditation. Frannie is well known in the area as a spiritual counselor, intuitive, and author. She returns with her Circle of Light Meditations where she bestows personal healing messages and counsel to all in the group. Doors open at 6:30 for fellowship…
Find out more »February 2020
Yin Yoga Series – Joy Yackley – Feb. 5th
Yin Yoga is a meditative and slow-paced style of yoga where postures are held for longer periods of time, ranging from 1 - 5 minutes. Yin focuses on awareness of inner silence, and brings to light a universal interconnecting quality. The poses are seated with moderate stress to the connective tissues of the body - Tendons, Fascia and Ligaments, which increase circulation in the joints and improve flexibility. This series of classes is suitable for all levels, including those new…
Find out more »Women’s Full Moon Meditation – Kelsang Sangzin – Feb. 7th
The Women’s Meditation Circle begins it’s 14th consecutive year in 2020. Buddhist Nun Kelsang Sangzin returns for her third year to lead an inspired meditation focused on the spirit of Buddha. Kelsang has been a wealth of knowledge, leading the group with both humor and sanctity. Her approachable nature invites warmth and generosity. Doors open at 6:30 for fellowship and close at 7 pm when meditation begins. Offered by suggested $10 donation to Rising Tide, or as affordable. ALL Women are…
Find out more »Yin Yoga Series – Joy Yackley – Feb. 12th
Yin Yoga is a meditative and slow-paced style of yoga where postures are held for longer periods of time, ranging from 1 – 5 minutes. Yin focuses on awareness of inner silence, and brings to light a universal interconnecting quality. The poses are seated with moderate stress to the connective tissues of the body – Tendons, Fascia and Ligaments, which increase circulation in the joints and improve flexibility. This series of classes is suitable for all levels, including those new to…
Find out more »Yin Yoga Series – Joy Yackley – Feb. 19th
Yin Yoga is a meditative and slow-paced style of yoga where postures are held for longer periods of time, ranging from 1 – 5 minutes. Yin focuses on awareness of inner silence, and brings to light a universal interconnecting quality. The poses are seated with moderate stress to the connective tissues of the body – Tendons, Fascia and Ligaments, which increase circulation in the joints and improve flexibility. This series of classes is suitable for all levels, including those new to…
Find out more »Women’s New Moon Meditation – Pam Cooper – Feb. 21
The Women’s Meditation Circle begins it’s 14th consecutive year. Returning after a few year's absence, Pam Cooper leads the the New Moon meditation. Pam is well known in the area for her work in native traditions, tarot and meditation. She leads a meditation on the sacredness of the native path, using shamanic and intuitive tools. Doors open at 6:30 and close at 7 when meditation begins. Offered by suggested $10 donation to Rising Tide, or as affordable. ALL Women are welcomed! …
Find out more »Yin Yoga Series – Joy Yackley – Feb. 26th
Yin Yoga is a meditative and slow-paced style of yoga where postures are held for longer periods of time, ranging from 1 – 5 minutes. Yin focuses on awareness of inner silence, and brings to light a universal interconnecting quality. The poses are seated with moderate stress to the connective tissues of the body – Tendons, Fascia and Ligaments, which increase circulation in the joints and improve flexibility. This series of classes is suitable for all levels, including those new to…
Find out more »March 2020
Women’s Full Moon Meditation – Joy Yackley – Mar. 6th
The Women's Meditation Circle begins it's 14th consecutive year in 2020. Gong-Master, Joy Yackley leads one of her extraordinary Gong Sound Immersion meditations. The Gong has been used for thousands of years to create a myriad of sounds and vibrations. In Joy's capable hands, the gong takes attendees to the angelic realms or to the depths of primal resonances. Joy's meditations are always done with sanctity and reverence. Doors open at 6:30 and close at 7 when meditation begins. Offered…
Find out more »Spring Equinox
Spring - the season of rebirth calls us to ceremony on March 20, 2020. The dormant seeds of winter push up and bloom in the sun's cycle of renewal. This is the planting season, known in Celtic lore as Alban Eiler - The Light of the Earth. The ideas and plans that have been incubating in the time of winter's rest are ready to come forth. Barbara Gail leads this sacred ceremony. Drummers and dancers celebrate the season with her. All…
Find out more »April 2020
Women’s Full Moon Meditation – Gail Swanson – Apr. 10th
The Women's Meditation Circle begins it's 14th consecutive year in 2020. Gail Swanson, Magdalene Channel and intuitive, leads a guided meditation with uplifting messages of hope, renewal and balance. Gail's unmatched photographs of Orbs have been inspirational to her newest work that focuses on the sacred. The photos are inspired and filled with personal messages for the viewer. Doors open at 6:30 and close at 7 when meditation begins. Offered by suggested $10 donation to Rising Tide, or as affordable. …
Find out more »Women’s New Moon Meditation – Zan Benham – Apr. 24
The Women’s Meditation Circle begins it’s 14th consecutive year. This is the last meditation of the twice/mth schedule. Returning after a year, Zan Benham leads the New Moon meditation. Zan is well known in the community as a spiritual counselor, intuitive, and shamanic practitioner of the native ways. She returns with a sacred Pipe Ceremony that is sacred and inspirational. Doors open at 6:30 and close at 7 when meditation begins. Offered by suggested $10 donation to Rising Tide, or as…
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