January 2009 Merlian Newsletter
JANUARY NEWSLETTER
Dear Readers,
This month holds much for everyone this year. This January 20th, 2009 is the inauguration of the United States’ first African American President, Barack Obama.
This Month’s Recommended Merlian News Articles:
Media Merlian News on President Barack Obama’s Inauguration January 20th, 2009 is a day that will be recorded as a historical milestone, an evolution of a society and government once stagnated by racism, corruption and greed, a day that made official the steps our country took towards change in the name of hope and new responsibilities…
Channeling & Mediumship Merlian News Podcasts with Heather Cumming on the John of God film, “Healing”
In this podcast, Heather Cummingdiscusses with Merryn Jose, the new film called ‘Healing’, directed and produced by David Unterberg, which isa documentaryon the work of John of God. Heather explains how David Unterberg’s spiritual experience led to the making of the film. The film has won 3 awards at the 2008 Angel Film Awards Monaco International Film Festival. Heathertells ushow John of God performs surgeries in the film andthe spiritual aspect of the healings. Heather Cumming is a Shamanic Practitioner, Reiki Master/teacher, and certified Qi Gong practitioner. Heather works with John of God, also known as Medium Joao, as his translator and acts as his liaison for healing trips to the United States. She is an official Casa Tour Guide in Brazil. Heather is also multi-lingual and translator for visitors who come to the Casa. She is author of the book, John of God.
Astrology The Aquarian alignment of 14th February 2009 by Dr. Jude Currivan, PhD
In mid February a rare astrological concentration brings together a number of planets together with the North Node – denoting higher purpose – in Aquarius that energizes and inspires the possibility for transcendental breakthrough in some perhaps seemingly intransigent situations.
Animal World The Animal Odd Couple by CBS News
In this latest installment of CBS News Assignment America, Steve Hartman visitsthe Elephant Sanctuary where a dog and an elephant have formed a very lasting, and unusual, friendship.
Books The Secret to Letting Go of Every Fear by Guy Finley Be Fearless! Discover the wise and fearless presence of a bright new power that lives within you…Best-selling author Guy Finley’s newest book is a step-by-step guide to realizing your ultimate potential as a human being. It reveals fundamental secrets of our living Universe, and contains practical techniques to help you find the truly fearless life. Today marks a special release of the book, and buyers today receive a host of free gifts from over 70 leading authors and experts.
Books The Sacred Book of U: Unveiling the Lost Teachings of the Deep Feminine by Ruth Gould-Goodman
The Sacred Book of U is wonderful — this book is not only an exploration of the deep feminine, but a virtual how-to manual for tapping into the wisdom of the physical body. Ruth Gould-Goodman shows a vast and comprehensive understanding of the power of that comes through inhabiting our physical body. The Sacred Book of U can truly show you how to tap into the wisdom of the ages — truly, it’s all within “U”.
Conscious Eating Vegetarian Restaurants in New York City by Merryn Jose A list of cutting edge vegetarian restaurants in and around Manhattan. Also please check Merryn’s Musings for Organic food stores.
People Painter of the Soul: Camilo Villanueva
“Camilo Villanueva’s paintings are exceptional mandalas which can be used as doors to the cosmic elements that transmute the soul into something higher which enables it to discover the key to its evolution. Having access to Camilo Villanueva’s paintings offers us the opportunity to enrich our spirit, discover the unseen and feel one with the Creation. His work is a kind of hologram that carries the information of totality”.
WEBSITE OF THE MONTH:
Robert Moss — Way of the Dreamer
www.mossdreams.com
Robert Moss leads innovative programs all over the world and is actively engaged in research projects that include the applications of conscious dreaming techniques to healing and care for the dying; creative innovation and conflict resolutions; dream education in schools; and future science. Some of Robert Moss’s publications include Conscious Dreaming: A Spiritual Path for Everyday Life (Crown), Dreamgates: An Explorer’s Guide to the Worlds of Soul, Dreaming True, the popular audio series Dream Gates: A Journey into Active Dreaming (Sounds True), The Dreamers Book of the Dead, and his most recent title, The Secret History of Dreaming.
Robert Moss MA is the pioneer of Active Dreaming, an original synthesis of shamanism and modern dreamwork. Born in Australia, he survived three near-death experiences in childhood. He leads popular seminars all over the world, including a three-year training for teachers of Active Dreaming and a lively online dream school. A former lecturer in ancient history at the Australian National University, he is a best-selling novelist, journalist and independent scholar.
For book reviews and podcast interviews with Robert Moss, please visit www.merliannews.com , category: Dreams.
Thank you once more, for your positive feed back and support!
Merryn & Team
Merryn Jose – Editor & Publisher
Dena Ventrudo- Assistant Editor
Eugene Kelly- Book Reviewer
Cheryl Shainmark- Book Reviewer
Carl Casella – Sound Editor