Save this Date:
Thursday, December 13 ~ 7 to 9:30 p.m.

THERE IS A RIVER FLOWING NOW, VERY FAST:
The 13 Indigenous Grandmothers
The Mayan 2012 Prophecies
and Pittsburgh's Connection to Both

Miracles have converged to bring to Pittsburgh two prophetic voices addressing the needs of this historic moment that we are living in as we approach 2012 -- a sacred call to turn away from destruction and towards world unity. It is an honor and a blessing to have two elders travel to our city for a special evening program:

Mayan elder Flordemayo, one of the grandmothers of the International Council of 13 Indigenous Grandmothers, will speak about their work to bring peace to the world and "light the way through an uncertain future." Born on the Nicaragua/Honduras border, she is a healer/curandera living in New Mexico, and founder of the Institute of Natural and Traditional Knowledge.

Quiche Mayan High Priest Don Alejandro Oxlaj is the primary keeper of the teachings, visions and prophecies of the Mayan people, day keeper of the Mayan calendar, and head of the National Mayan Council of Elders of Guatemala. He will speak on Pittsburgh's role in the Mayan prophecies of 2012.

Also speaking at this evening program will be award-winning New York filmmaker Carole Hart, who is documenting these historic voices in her film For the Next Seven Generations: The Grandmothers Speak.

We invite you to be a part of this momentous event!

Sponsored by Epiphany Works, LLC. To learn more, email jennifer@epiphanyworks.org or phone Vikki Hanchin at 412.241.7001.

Suggested donation is $25 per person. Proceeds will benefit production of the film For the Next Seven Generations: The Grandmothers Speak and the work of the International Council of 13 Indigenous Grandmothers.

Stay Tuned...

For announcements of other upcoming, one-of-a-kind Epiphany Works sponsored events, including the first ever: MYSTIC DISCO!

A Sampling of Epiphany Works Past Events

RiverBeat -- Pittsburgh’s Fourth Annual Interactive Hand-Drumming Cruise
"Three Rivers, One Rhythm" -- Sunday, September 30

Every year, a rich tapestry of rhythm, self-expression and sheer joy unfolds on the rivers of Pittsburgh when hundreds of people converge for RiverBeat, the city's only interactive hand-drumming cruise. This novel take on community drum circles attracts a larger audience, wider media coverage and more buzz each year. Why? It's a low-cost, family-oriented, "hands-on" and contagiously fun afternoon on the water that celebrates the beauty of the human spirit and healing power of recreational music making -- all while appreciating one of Pittsburgh's greatest assets: our three rivers.

In 2006, nearly 400 people ages 4 to 94, from all walks of life, from as far away as Michigan, New Jersey and New York, and from African and Irish to Middle-Eastern and Native American cultures, joined in a magical afternoon of exhilarating rhythm on Pittsburgh's rivers. We also extended a hand to children in several city schools and offered free tickets to students so at-risk kids could experience the power of drumming and how it builds confidence and self-esteem. Furthermore, several Pittsburgh families who have children recovering from cancer attended RiverBeat. There are no words to describe the beauty of seeing these kids' faces while making music with hundreds of others on board that day!

No drumming or music skills are necessary to attend; we even provide drums for our "cruisers" to use. If you haven't experienced RiverBeat yet, make this your year to do so!

COLLABORATE WITH US IN 2008!
If you love RiverBeat and would like to see it continue, let us know! We are NOW actively seeking corporate sponsors and private donations to not only help cover event costs and keep the ticket price reasonable, but also to continue to bring it to a wider audience through ticket underwriting and on-board programming. We'd love to collaborate with anyone who shares our mission of inspiring others through recreational music making! If interested, contact Gina at 724.316.4751.

The True Power of Water: A Talk by Dr. Emoto

Pittsburgh was introduced in 2005 to the revolutionary work of internationally renowned Japanese scientist Dr. Masaru Emoto, whose research shows how water molecules are affected by thoughts, words and feelings. More than 400 people from across PA, Ohio, Michigan and New York came to hear Dr. Emoto's findings as they relate to personal health and renewal of the planet.

The serendipitous timing of this talk made Dr. Emoto's message especially relevant, as the world had just experienced several international disasters related to water: the Asian tsunami and hurricanes Katrina and Rita. He offered possible solutions for circumventing tragic natural disasters such as these by demonstrating, through scientific research, how our thoughts and feelings affect physical reality.

Read Patricia Sheridan's Post-Gazette column with Dr. Emoto:
http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/05269/577778.stm

Read the Weekender feature on Emoto's Pittsburgh visit: www.gatewaynewspapers.com/newsrecordweekender/52641/

“The Emoto talk is a day I will always remember with warmth and smiling. The energy and beauty with which we all came together is a bright and very shining thing. Thanks to Epiphany Works for having the foresight and talent to bring the doctor here. We are all indebted to you.”

City of Alchemy: From Steel to Gold

Surrounded by the Frick Fine Arts Building's gorgeous Florentine Renaissance art, a cross-section of Pittsburghers joined in an intimate conversation about the soul intelligence required to heal the earth and reconnect us with our core power centers. Led by renowned energy healer Edemir Rossi of Curitiba, Brazil, the evening focused on the energies that Pittsburgh was founded upon and continues to be: a region with powerful alchemical properties. Musicians Life in Balance infused the evening's deep messages with high vibration sound healing

Pittsburgh's Festival of Consciousness

The purpose of the Fest -- held at LaRoche College in fall 2002 and Robin Hill Mansion in Spring 2002 and Fall 2001 -- was to create a means for the personal exploration of mind-body-spirit wellness and conscious living. Our practitioners and professionals represented a dynamic mix of the area's abundant healthy living resources. This event drew hundreds of people from western PA and beyond, and was featured on WQED-TV, a PBS affiliate.

"This is a festival in the truest sense: a celebration of soul and light! Finally, Pittsburgh has a comfortable escape into the soul."

"At the Festival of Consciousness, the energy is electric, the connections are valuable and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming."

"The Fest provides a more intimate and appropriate setting than most expos, which facilitates wonderful conversations and allows participants to relate to one another."