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John Haller's lecture a success!

On the evening of May 21, 2010, a lecture and book signing by John S. Haller, author of "Swedenborg, Mesmer, and the Mind/Body Connection: The Roots of Complementary Medicine” took place at the Friends Meeting House, located in West Chester Pennsylvania.

The lecture and book signing opened a weekend of activities related to the Annual Meeting of the board and members of the Swedenborg Foundation. Mr. Haller's new book is published by the Foundation.

The lecture, enjoyed by all attendees, was a complete success.


Caption: Swedenborg Foundation president Marlyn F. Smith conducts the business of the annual meeting before announcing the lecturer.


Caption: John Haller discusses Emanuel Swedenborg's influence on complementary medicine.


Caption: John Haller's lecture was fascinating and enlightening.


Caption: Author John S. Haller signs a copy of his book "Swedenborg, Mesmer, and the Mind/Body Connection" for a lecture attendee.




John Haller's lecture a success!

On the evening of May 21, 2010, a lecture and book signing by John S. Haller, author of "Swedenborg, Mesmer, and the Mind/Body Connection: The Roots of Complementary Medicine” took place at the Friends Meeting House, located in West Chester Pennsylvania.

The lecture and book signing opened a weekend of activities related to the Annual Meeting of the board and members of the Swedenborg Foundation. Mr. Haller's new book is published by the Foundation.

The lecture, enjoyed by all attendees, was a complete success.


Caption: Swedenborg Foundation president Marlyn F. Smith conducts the business of the annual meeting before announcing the lecturer.


Caption: John Haller discusses Emanuel Swedenborg's influence on complementary medicine.


Caption: John Haller's lecture was fascinating and enlightening.


Caption: Author John S. Haller signs a copy of his book "Swedenborg, Mesmer, and the Mind/Body Connection" for a lecture attendee.




Thursday, September 23, 2010
Series of talks to take place at the Swedenborg Foundation Library
Join the Swedenborg Foundation and the Reverend John Billings of the Temenos retreat center as he presents a series of talks featuring an overview of SWEDENBORG’S PERSPECTIVES AS SPIRITUAL ARCHITECTURE. Using ideas drawn from Swedish seer Emanuel Swedenborg, Billings will show how we can apply biblical teachings to build a stronger spiritual life. If you are curious about Emanuel Swedenborg’s teachings, these talks will help enlighten the newcomer as well as those familiar with Swedenborg’s philosophy.
   The series will take place during the months of September, October, and November 2010 from 7–9 p.m. at the Swedenborg Foundation Library, 320 North Church Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania.

Talk #1: Laying the Foundation

Thursday, September 23, 7 to 9 pm
Exploring concepts of God and how they affect our beliefs and actions.

Talk #2: Building the Structure
Thursday, October 21, 7 to 9 pm
How we can understand our world and why it exists as it does through the creation story.

Talk #3: Sheltering the Space
Thursday, November 18, 7 to 9 pm
Discussing the spiritual origins of sexuality and gender, and how those origins impact our relationships.


These talks are FREE and open to the public. It is not necessary to attend all talks in the series.

Refreshments will be served at the conclusion of each talk.

For information call or to RSVP:
(610) 430-3222, ext. 10


ABOUT THE SPEAKER

Born into a Swedenborgian family, Rev. Billings’ father and grandfather were Swedenborgian ministers. He has an undergraduate degree from Boston University in psychology and received his M. Div. from Andover Newton Theological School with a strong training in counseling in 1972. In addition, Rev. Billings received a certificate in Swedenborgian studies from the Swedenborg School of Religion the same year.
   "I am basically awed by life, by its immense beauty and, especially when I read history, by its potential for great pain and suffering. But the beauty is deeper," Billings says. Rev. John Billings is currently the pastor of the Swedenborgian church at Temenos in West Chester, Pennsylvania.



Saturday, October 30, 2010
American Academy of Religion 2010 / Oct. 30 - Nov. 1, 2010

AAR Mission Statement

In a world where religion plays so central a role in social, political, and economic events, as well as in the lives of communities and individuals, there is a critical need for ongoing reflection upon and understanding of religious traditions, issues, questions, and values. The American Academy of Religion's mission is to promote such reflection through excellence in scholarship and teaching in the field of religion.

As a learned society and professional association of teachers and research scholars, the American Academy of Religion has over 10,000 members who teach in some 1,000 colleges, universities, seminaries, and schools in North America and abroad. The Academy is dedicated to furthering knowledge of religion and religious institutions in all their forms and manifestations. This is accomplished through Academy-wide and regional conferences and meetings, publications, programs, and membership services.

Within a context of free inquiry and critical examination, the Academy welcomes all disciplined reflection on religion -- both from within and outside of communities of belief and practice -- and seeks to enhance its broad public understanding

AAR Annual Meeting & Conference 2010 will be held October 30-November 1, 2010 at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta Hotel, 265 Peachtree Street, Atlanta, Georgia.  Exhibitors will be located in the Grand Ballroom.  Visit the Swedenborg Foundation in Booth 211.

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