Franc Menusan
In this four-week series, Franc Menusan will lead us in an exploration of the practices and teachings of several Native American cultures that we can use in highly practical ways to enhance our health and peace of mind and cultivate our spirit. We will discover time-tested ancient techniques that employ intention, prayer, visualization, herbs, songs and stories to bring healing and harmony into our daily lives.
THE TREE OF LIFE This practice purifies and strengthens us through the combining of visualization, breath, intention and prayer. Thursday, July 24, 8–10pm 08SSN01TA
THE MEDICINE WHEEL It is the most universal indigenous North American symbol of perfect balance and harmony, with its potent imagery of power animals, colors and meanings attributed to each of the six directions—an unparalleled compass to help guide us in our daily lives and spiritual evolution. Thursday, July 31, 8–10pm 08SSN01TB
PURIFYING THE WORLD'S ENERGY Learn how to use song, intention, prayer and ceremony to help harmonize collective energy. Thursday, August 7, 8–10pm 08SSN01TC
THE SACRED PIPE CEREMONY This powerful ritual uses purifying herbs, feathers, prayers and songs to help us restore balance and physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health. Thursday, August 14, 8–10pm 08SSN01TD
A LECTURE SERIES (4 sessions) Thursdays July 24–August 14, 8–10pm 08SSN01TZ Members: $80 / Nonmembers: $85 / Individual Sessions: $22 [CLICK TO REGISTER]
Franc Menusan is of Creek-Metis ancestry, a professor of American Indian Studies at the Gallatin School at NYU, a storyteller, artist and a multi-instrumental musical virtuoso who has worked on many film scores. |