Newsletter Summary 1995

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Summary

  • Page: 1 Title: Let's Create Our Future
    Authors: The Reiki Alliance
    Content:
    • The Reiki Alliance is at a turning point due to rapid growth and international expansion.
    • Discusses the need for new organizational structures and values to accommodate growth.
    • Mentions the upcoming conference in Curaçao and the importance of member input for future planning.
  • Page: 1 Title: What's Inside
    Authors: The Reiki Alliance
    Content:
    • Table of contents for the newsletter, listing sections and page numbers.
  • Page: 2 Title: Eat Bread and Salt, and Speak the Truth
    Authors: Susan Mitchell
    Content:
    • Discusses the rapid growth of The Reiki Alliance and the need for change.
    • Highlights member contributions and the importance of truthful communication.
  • Page: 3-4 Title: Leaders Council
    Authors: Li-Li Holm
    Content:
    • Minutes and recommendations from the Leaders Council meeting in Amsterdam.
    • Discusses growth, community values, and organizational changes.
  • Page: 5-7 Title: Living in Community
    Authors: Jay Hager, Deborah Rodney Pex
    Content:
    • Explores the use of electronic communication (CompuServe) to build community.
    • Discusses the "Miracle in Gwatt" and the importance of leadership and community balance.
  • Page: 8 Title: Circle of Elders
    Authors: Circle of Elders
    Content:
    • Shares insights from the Elders' meeting, including their desire to increase the number of Elders.
    • Discusses their role and the importance of community support.
  • Page: 9-11 Title: The Art of Reiki
    Authors: Ben Verheijden, Helen J. Haberly, Linda Keiser Mardis, Monika Cordes, Hans Slutter, Hergen Noordendorp
    Content:
    • Encourages sharing stories and experiences related to Reiki.
    • Discusses the essential meaning of Reiki and its cultural implications.
    • Includes personal stories of healing and mastery.
  • Page: 12-13 Title: Committee Notes
    Authors: Roberta Naegele, Research Committee
    Content:
    • Updates on research activities and member contributions to research.
    • Discusses internal conflicts and the importance of member feedback.
  • Page: 14 Title: Conference Update
    Authors: The Reiki Alliance
    Content:
    • Preview of the upcoming conference in Curaçao.
    • Highlights community-wide Reiki treatments, cultural entertainment, and discussions on values and membership surveys.
  • Page: 15-16 Title: Gatherings
    Authors: Irene Gelmi, Doug Fagan
    Content:
    • Reports on gatherings for German-speaking Masters and the Northeast Reiki Gathering.
    • Discusses community, diversity, and the importance of connection.
  • Page: 17-18 Title: Letters
    Authors: Peter Glasser, Rainer Bröse, Iager Droog
    Content:
    • Personal letters discussing conference experiences, community culture, and the role of Elders.
    • Shares personal stories and reflections on community growth and challenges.
  • Page: 19 Title: Conference Budget
    Authors: The Reiki Alliance
    Content:
    • Detailed budget for the 1995 conference, including income and expenses.
  • Page: 20 Title: Announcements/Calendar
    Authors: The Reiki Alliance
    Content:
    • Lists upcoming gatherings, meetings, and events worldwide.
    • Includes announcements of births, marriages, and deaths.

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March July November

 

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  • Page 1, Title: Memory and Prophecy
    • Author: Barbara McDaniel
    • Content: Reflections on the 1995 Reiki Alliance conference in Curaçao, emphasizing the importance of remembering who they are as an alliance of Reiki Masters. The conference challenged members to examine their intentions and the meaning of connectedness.
  • Page 2, Title: What happened in Curaçao?
    • Author: Anonymous
    • Content: Personal reflections on the Curaçao conference, describing the contrast between expectations and reality, and the challenges of organizing a conference in a tropical climate. The author questions the focus and effectiveness of the conference.
  • Page 3, Title: Conference Reflections: Good Efforts Make This An Important Conference
    • Author: Anonymous
    • Content: Highlights the significance of the conference in fostering community awareness and the importance of consensus and the Statement of Identity, despite challenges in implementation.
  • Page 3, Title: Interpreting the Conference: Long Hours, Big Rewards
    • Author: Paul Mennema
    • Content: A first-time interpreter shares the challenges and rewards of interpreting at the conference, emphasizing the importance of appreciation and gentle communication.
  • Page 4, Title: The Dance of Today
    • Author: Phyllis Lei Furumoto
    • Content: Phyllis shares her vision of the Reiki Alliance as a spiritual community where masters come to be nourished and to deepen their understanding of the Usui System of Reiki Healing.
  • Page 4, Title: What's In A Name?
    • Author: Linda Keiser Mardis
    • Content: Reflection on the power of the word "Alliance" and its significance in conveying the sacred connectedness of Reiki Masters.
  • Page 5, Title: What happened in Curaçao? (continued)
    • Author: Krishna Kloers
    • Content: Questions the fulfillment of the conference motto: "Open to the world, close to each other," and the lack of exchange of teaching experiences and healing among masters.
  • Page 5, Title: On Audio Cassette "Initiating Masters" Conference Talk
    • Author: Anonymous
    • Content: Announcement of an 80-minute cassette featuring Phyllis Furumoto and Paul Mitchell discussing the roles of initiator, teacher, and mentor in the Usui System of Reiki Healing.
  • Page 6, Title: Dancers Gawky, Tentative To New Tune of Consensus
    • Author: Deborah Rodney Pex
    • Content: Discusses the challenges and learning process of implementing consensus decision-making at the conference, comparing it to learning a new dance.
  • Page 7, Title: Warm Wind of Friendship Embraces The Board
    • Author: Gerard Quak
    • Content: Describes the unique situation of a tie in Board elections, the emotional response, and the warm welcome extended to the new Board members.
  • Page 7, Title: No Ceremony to Sign Statement of Identity
    • Author: Gerard Quak
    • Content: Explains the decision not to hold a signing ceremony for the Statement of Identity due to lack of consensus and the importance of living the document's principles.
  • Page 8, Title: Alliance Business Decisions Represent Many Voices
    • Author: Barbara McDaniel
    • Content: Summarizes the business decisions made during the conference, including the use of consensus, changes to fees, and regionalization efforts.
  • Page 8, Title: Consensus: a tool of our times
    • Author: Betty J. Didcoct
    • Content: Explores the philosophy and practice of consensus decision-making, its alignment with Reiki values, and its potential to build community.
  • Page 9, Title: German Master Trademarks "Usui System of Natural Healing"
    • Author: Susan Mitchell
    • Content: Reports on a German Reiki Master trademarking key terms of the Usui System and the legal challenge mounted by The Reiki Alliance and Phyllis Furumoto.
  • Page 9, Title: Arbitration: Now It's A Simpler Process
    • Author: Patricio Asenjo
    • Content: Describes the simplified arbitration process for resolving disputes among members, emphasizing mediation and the role of the Arbitration Board.
  • Page 10, Title: The Art of Mastery: When I Came Home from the Conference...
    • Author: Ton Driessen
    • Content: Shares personal doubts and reflections on the conference, including organizational and community issues, and the need for regional gatherings.
  • Page 11, Title: The Art of Mastery: When I Came Home and Read Your Letter...
    • Author: Anonymous
    • Content: A response to Ton Driessen's reflections, discussing growth, change, and the need for new organizational forms and leadership models.
  • Page 12, Title: Elders
    • Author: Inger Droog
    • Content: Discusses the transformation of the Circle of Elders into a more flexible form, allowing individual Elders to serve the community in their unique ways.
  • Page 13, Title: Serve Our Community As A Mediator
    • Author: Claire O'Shea
    • Content: Invites members to serve as mediators and ombudsmen to resolve disputes within the community, outlining the qualities and training required.
  • Page 14, Title: Certification Closer?
    • Author: David Cooper
    • Content: Discusses the progress and challenges of certification for Reiki Masters, including the situation in Germany and the potential role of The Office of the Grand Master.
  • Page 15, Title: Vision & Development
    • Author: Anonymous
    • Content: Outlines the goals of the Vision and Development Committee, including drafting a vision for the next 2-10 years and gathering information on permanent conference sites.
  • Page 15, Title: Research Committee Sets Goals for Coming Year
    • Author: Roberta A. Naegele
    • Content: Details the Research Committee's plans to survey members, collect research materials, and participate in international conferences to promote Reiki research.
  • Page 16, Title: Community Dialogues: Discernment in Training and Initiating Masters
    • Author: John Berger
    • Content: Summarizes a dialogue on the discernment process for training and initiating Reiki Masters, led by Linda Keiser Mardis.
  • Page 16, Title: Community Dialogues: Buddhism and The Usui System: An Exploration
    • Author: Lynn Gebetsberger
    • Content: Describes a dialogue exploring the connections between Buddhism and the Usui System, including meditation and the Five Spiritual Precepts.
  • Page 17, Title: Community Dialogues: Our Relationship to Masters Outside The Reiki Alliance
    • Author: Selima-Dagmar Launhardt
    • Content: Discusses the relationship with Reiki Masters outside the Alliance, emphasizing love, acceptance, and the importance of inner approval.
  • Page 17, Title: Community Dialogues: Reiki and Healing Our Environment
    • Author: Ton Driessen
    • Content: Highlights a dialogue on using Reiki to heal the environment and the power of gratitude and distant treatments.
  • Page 18, Title: Office News: Phyllis and Paul Curaçao Video Tapes Available
    • Author: Rolf Holm
    • Content: Announces the availability of a video tape featuring Phyllis Furumoto and Paul Mitchell discussing Reiki on a Curaçao talk show, including interviews with other Reiki Masters.
  • Page 18, Title: Calendar
    • Author: Anonymous
    • Content: Lists upcoming Reiki gatherings and events worldwide, including contact information for organizers.
  • Page 18, Title: Announcements
    • Author: Anonymous
    • Content: Announces births and deaths within the Reiki Alliance community.

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March July November

 

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  • Page: 1
    Title: Vision Quest for The Reiki Alliance
    Author: Laina Lesicnik Bredell
    Content:
    • Describes the Vision Quest process as a metaphor for The Reiki Alliance's growth: severance, threshold, and incorporation.
    • Reflects on the Curaçao conference as part of the Alliance's preparation for transformation.
    • Encourages the community to acknowledge its current stage and honor its process.
  • Page: 3
    Title: Reactions of Criticism and Praise / Financial Support for Office of the Grand Master
    Author: Various
    Content:
    • Discusses member reactions to the Board's decision to raise dues by $25 to support the Office of the Grand Master.
    • Highlights mixed responses: support from some members, criticism from others, and resignations due to cost.
    • Explains the Board's process and the legal and operational precedents involved.
  • Page: 4
    Title: Chop "Stupido" and Carry "Stronzo"
    Author: Ben Verheijden
    Content:
    • Reflects on the Curaçao conference, describing it as a mix of positive and negative experiences.
    • Uses humor and personal anecdotes to discuss the challenges of being a Reiki Master and the importance of embracing mistakes.
    • Encourages the community to learn from its struggles and to grow together.
  • Page: 6
    Title: Reiki in Nigeria: A Question of Energy Exchange
    Author: Ursula Klinger-Omenka, Ikechukwu Simeon Omenka
    Content:
    • Describes the challenges of teaching Reiki in Nigeria due to economic disparities.
    • Explains the decision to adjust the energy exchange (fees) to make Reiki accessible to Nigerians.
    • Highlights the community's support and the plan to establish a Reiki clinic and farming project in Nigeria.
  • Page: 8
    Title: Transition: "Working Board" becomes "Policy-making Board"
    Author: Deborah Rodney Pex
    Content:
    • Describes the Board's shift from a "working board" to a "policy-making board."
    • Explains the importance of setting policies based on the values and precepts of the Usui System of Reiki.
    • Lists new policy areas: finances, annual conference, conference site, working groups, and personnel.
  • Page: 12
    Title: Annual Gathering / Spirit of Reiki to Infuse 1996 Conference
    Author: Various
    Content:
    • Announces the 1996 conference theme: "Spirit of Reiki."
    • Describes the focus on Reiki practice, ritual, and connection, with teachings from the Office of the Grand Master.
    • Introduces the conference program cochairs and their vision for the event.
  • Page: 13
    Title: 13th Annual Conference in the Czech Republic
    Author: Jürgen Klaubert
    Content:
    • Provides details about the 1996 conference location: Spindleruv Mlyn, Czech Republic.
    • Explains the symbolic significance of the number 13 and the Czech Republic as a spiritual center.
    • Encourages attendance and describes the conference committee's goals.
  • Page: 14
    Title: The World Foundation of the Usui System
    Author: Paul Mitchell
    Content:
    • Introduces the vision for the World Foundation of the Usui System as a structure to support the practice and teaching of the Usui System.
    • Explains the roles of the Lineage Bearer and Head of the Discipline within the Office of the Grand Master.
    • Describes the relationship between the World Foundation, the Office of the Grand Master, and The Reiki Alliance.
  • Page: 18
    Title: Letters & Opinions
    Author: Various
    Content:
    • Includes letters from members expressing diverse opinions on the Curaçao conference, the Alliance's direction, and the concept of community.
    • Highlights concerns about commercialism, environmental impact, and the need for spiritual and ecological alignment.
    • Encourages thoughtful reflection and dialogue among members.
  • Page: 20
    Title: Calendar/Announcements
    Author: Various
    Content:
    • Lists upcoming gatherings, events, and deadlines for The Reiki Alliance.
    • Includes announcements of births, deaths, marriages, and adoptions within the community.
    • Provides contact information for regional meetings and events.

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