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Virtual Courses with Alexander John in partnership with The Shift Network

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Walk the Mystical
4-Path Journey of Transformation

Travel the 4-Path Journey that underlies all great spiritual traditions, through the lens of Christianity’s 4 gospels — and awaken to a deeper reality that liberates you from fear and cultivates trust in a richer, more joy-filled, and purposeful life.

More than just the biblical story of Jesus, these are texts of the mystical Christ, who is eternally with us in the here and now. The four gospels become a practical manual for personal, communal, and cultural transformation.

They provide a clear map for living with more authenticity, equanimity, and harmony in a radically diverse and divided world — and experiencing a trust that’s beyond hope. It’s a way of being that can help you better navigate life’s difficulties — and welcome its joys.

Each session builds harmoniously upon the previous ones, so you’ll develop a complete holistic understanding of the practices, tools, and principles you’ll need to explore the 4-Path Journey that underlies all great spiritual traditions, through the lens of Christianity’s four gospels — while you awaken to a deeper reality that liberates fear and cultivates trust for in a richer, more joy-filled and purposeful life.

To appreciate this course and its practical impact, watch these three brief videos

The Four Christian Gospels Reveal the Great Universal Journey of Transformation

The Four Parts of the Journey

Moving to the Cycle of Nature

The Celtic
13 Days of Christmas

November 8 - December 13

The time of year when darkness descends has long been a sacred time for families, communities, and religions the world over.

The Dark Time is one where we renew our sacred commitments, refresh our relationships, and keep The Holy at the center of our lives.

The Winter Solstice marks the darkest time of the year (Northern Hemisphere) and the birth of new radiance.

The Celts called this new radiance a golden child. Christians perceived this new light as Jesus the Christos, born anew from the deepest dark, like the sun at the Winter Solstice.

By understanding how the ancient Celtic 13-Day Winter Solstice Festival influenced the Christian traditions of Christmas, we have the opportunity to hold the deep truths found in both traditions …

… and re-enrich the days of the Dark Season through an array of Earth-centered rituals, symbolism, and mystical merriment.

This course is one not to miss. Plan to be with us!
Details and registration begin in October.

To appreciate this course and its practical impact, watch these three brief videos

13 Days of Christmas

Making Christmas Meaningful Again

How the Celts Changed Christianity

“Alexander John Shaia Really IS the Village Elder.”

“Alexander John Shaia Inspires Me to Look Back on the Days of My Life With Compassion.”

“My Heart Was Captivated by the Beauty Shared by Alexander John Shaia.”

“Alexander John Shaia’s Work Will Transform the Whole World.”

"Through the lens of Alexander John’s brilliant insight and vast heart, I have come to view the gospels as a radiant map for the transformation of the human soul…"

"He skillfully weaves together many strands from interrelated disciplines, including history, tradition, liturgy, scriptural exegesis, and analytical psychology."