Summary
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Title: Board Introduces Business Plan
Authors: The Reiki Alliance Board of Directors
Content:
- Introduction of a business plan for The Reiki Alliance, developed with member feedback and consultant John Wallace.
- Purposes of the organization: honor Reiki, serve as steward of the Usui System of Natural Healing, and provide community for Masters.
- Plan includes sections on stewardship, community, and definitions of Reiki and the Usui System.
- Feedback from the conference will be used to refine the plan.
- Page: 1
Title: Letter from the President
Authors: Ken Bower
Content:
- Encourages members to engage with the organization's growth and purpose.
- Highlights the importance of thoughtful action and alignment with the organization's values.
- Invites members to reflect on their local communities and shared values.
- Page: 4
Title: The Reiki Alliance Meets in Council
Authors: The Reiki Alliance
Content:
- Introduction of the Council process, inspired by Native American traditions.
- Council involves sitting in a circle, using a "talking piece," and focusing on collective wisdom.
- Positive response from members; seen as a way to honor individual wisdom and deep listening.
- Page: 4
Title: Elders' Council Reported
Authors: The Reiki Alliance
Content:
- Two Elders' Councils were held during the conference.
- Discussions focused on definitions of Reiki and the Usui System of Natural Healing.
- Wisdom shared by Elders was recorded by a Scribe for the membership.
- Page: 6
Title: Membership: The Guidelines and Sponsorship
Authors: The Reiki Alliance
Content:
- Guidelines rewritten to reflect shared values and commitment to Reiki precepts.
- Sponsorship program updated to streamline the application process.
- Sponsors will discuss the organization's purposes and guidelines with applicants.
- Page: 7
Title: Conference Bulletin
Authors: The Reiki Alliance
Content:
- Financial report presented; organization remains financially strong.
- Blue Books available in multiple languages; plans for additional translations.
- Brochure update delayed until organizational purposes are clarified.
- Page: 9
Title: Board Activities
Authors: The Reiki Alliance
Content:
- Board meeting dates set for the upcoming year.
- New newsletter translations added to improve communication.
- Page: 10
Title: Letters
Authors: Thalia Kafatou
Content:
- Reflection on the challenges of defining Reiki mastery and membership.
- Encourages personal responsibility and inner work among Masters.
- Questions the collective commitment to Reiki and the legacy of Hawayo Takata.
- Page: 12
Title: Announcements
Authors: The Reiki Alliance
Content:
- Upcoming events: Council training workshops, regional gatherings, and board meetings.
- Death of Ulla Oberkersch announced.
- Page: 12
Title: Calendar
Authors: The Reiki Alliance
Content:
- List of upcoming Reiki gatherings and events worldwide.
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