Summary
- Page 1, Title: President's Letter
Author: Kandy Brandt
Content:
- Kandy Brandt shares her experiences traveling and connecting with the Reiki community globally.
- Highlights the 1990 Reiki Alliance gathering in Vlieland, Netherlands, with over 90 attendees from various countries.
- Introduces the new Board of Directors: Kandy Brandt (President), Ben Verheijden (Vice President), Ton Driessen (Secretary), Ken Bower (Treasurer), Ursula Lindt (Member at Large).
- Discusses the importance of honoring cultural diversity within The Reiki Alliance.
- Mentions the translation of the Reiki Alliance brochure into over 30 languages.
- Encourages members to share their visions and experiences with Reiki.
- Page 2, Title: Profiles
Author: Various
Content:
- Ursula Lindt: Born in 1938, began her spiritual path in 1980. Initiated as a Reiki Master by Phyllis Lei Furumoto in 1986. Active in translating self-help books and teaching Reiki classes.
- Ben Verheijden: Born in 1953, describes how Reiki transformed his life, leading him to become a full-time Reiki Master and writer. Emphasizes the balance between personal responsibility and letting go of control.
- Page 2, Title: Board Meeting, August 1990
Author: The Reiki Alliance Board
Content:
- Focused on vision-seeking for The Reiki Alliance's future and strengthening organizational framework.
- Discussed The Reiki Alliance as a channel for Reiki energy, supporting individual and group visions.
- Plans to improve quarterly mailings with a new newsletter format.
- Page 3, Title: Financial Report
Author: Ken Bower (Treasurer)
Content:
- Condensed financial report available on page 9.
- Members can request a complete report from Susan Mitchell at the Cataldo office.
- Page 4, Title: Announcements
Author: The Reiki Alliance
Content:
- Births: Llie Schlumberger (baby girl, February 21, 1990), Paul and Susan Mitchell (baby boy, May 23, 1990).
- Deaths: Leo van Yperen (April 7, 1990).
- Crisis Line: Ulla Oberkersch expresses gratitude for treatments and support received.
- Page 4, Title: Conference 1990
Author: Ben Verheijden
Content:
- Held in Vlieland, Holland. Focused on growth, integrity, and community within The Reiki Alliance.
- Discussed the Guidelines for membership, financial status, Blue Book translations, Crisis Committee, and conference organization.
- Interest groups explored topics like "Reiki and Serious Illness," "Reiki and the Inner Child," and "Reiki Centers or Clinics."
- Conference ended with a candle-burning ritual for loved ones.
- Page 4, Title: Keynote Address at Conference
Author: Paul Mitchell
Content:
- Discusses the importance of examining belief systems within the Reiki community.
- Encourages engagement, clarity, and responsibility in community building.
- Highlights the balance between individual needs and group needs, and the importance of honoring teachers and lineage.
- Stresses the need for guidelines and structure to support the essence of Reiki.
- Page 6, Title: Conference 1991
Author: Luellen Garrett
Content:
- Announces the 1991 conference in Woodstock, New York, May 8-14, 1991.
- Describes the Phoenicia Pathwork Community as the conference site, with recreational and meeting facilities.
- Introduces the conference committee and encourages member participation and suggestions.
- Page 7, Title: Calendar of Events
Author: The Reiki Alliance
Content:
- Netherlands Annual Student Gathering: November 23-25, 1990, Egmond an Zee.
- Dutch Master's Gathering: November 26-30, 1990, Egmond an Zee.
- German Master's Forum: December 6-9, 1990, Gießen.
- Reiki Alliance Board Meeting: January 8-14, 1991, Cataldo, Idaho, USA.
- Page 7, Title: Office Notes
Author: The Reiki Alliance
Content:
- New fax number in the US: 208-682-4848.
- Phone numbers for US and Europe provided.
- Page 7, Title: Guidelines
Author: The Reiki Alliance
Content:
- Outlines the beliefs and commitments of The Reiki Alliance, including honoring Reiki, maintaining integrity, and supporting the Usui System of Natural Healing.
- Details initiation fees and time requirements for First Degree, Second Degree, and Master's Initiation.
- Emphasizes the importance of ongoing growth, teaching, and community support for Masters.
- Page 9, Title: Financial Statement
Author: Ken Bower
Content:
- Condensed financial statement available; members can request a full report.
- Page 10, Title: Alliance Questionnaire
Author: The Reiki Alliance
Content:
- Survey for members to indicate language needs and crisis line participation.
- Page 11, Title: Reiki Center Questionnaire
Author: The Reiki Alliance
Content:
- Survey to gather member visions and interest in establishing Reiki Centers.
- Options include clinics, workshop centers, holistic treatment centers, and more.
- Members can indicate their willingness to participate in planning and research.
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