In this episode of The Spiritist Radar, Art and Ivy explore the vibrant global pulse of the Spiritist movement this May. They cover the release of The Currentness of Jesus by Joanna de Ângelis and its accompanying international study group, highlight Spiritist celebrations from Austin to Miami, and dive into near-death experiences making headlines on The Oprah Podcast.
You’ll also hear about:
The 1st Toronto Spiritist Film Festival
New videos from the Spiritist Talk Series, Spiritual Light, and Psychology & Spirituality
A full lineup of Spiritist events happening through October
The Spiritist Time Machine: Key moments in spiritual history from May
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Transcripts
Art:
Hello and welcome back to the Spiritist Radar, where we bring you the latest Spiritist news and resources in English.
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I'm Art and I'm Ivy.
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This month is packed with new books, deep reflections, inspiring events and celebrations that show just how alive and global the Spiritist movement is right now. Let's jump in.
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st Retreat this summer. Since:
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And Massachusetts in the United States together.
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For a joyful day of connection in.
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Nature inspired by the teachings of Jesus.
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It's such a beautiful tradition and if you'd like to join or even host something like this in your area, details are in the newsletter and in the show notes.
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Another first Toronto is hosting its first Spiritist Film Festival on May 31 at Innistown Hall.
The event will screen three films, Nobody Belongs to Anyone, Chico Forever and Astral City 2, followed by a Q and A with director Wagner de Assis, a great opportunity for spiritual cinema fans.
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In other big news, near death experiences were the focus of a recent episode of the Oprah podcast. Oprah interviewed Dr. Bruce Grayson, a top researcher in the field, and actor Jeremy Renner shared his personal NDE story.
These mainstream conversations echo many Spiritist teachings on life after death and transformation.
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And don't miss the latest edition of the Spiritist magazine.
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Volume 69 features articles like Mediumship and.
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Its Genes, Juvenile Psychosis, Bitter Memories, Can't Fix the Past, and even a creative piece where teens write advice to Pontius Pilate.
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Finally, a big happy anniversary to the KARDEC Spiritist Group of Austin, which just celebrated 18 years, and to MIA Inner Light, marking another milestone. If your group is celebrating something special, we want to hear from you.
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Let's talk about the newest addition to our Spiritist bookshelves. The Currentness of Jesus by Joanna DeAngelis is now available in English on Kindle.
This is the first volume in her celebrated psychological series, now accessible to a broader audience.
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What's so powerful about this book is that it tackles 20 real life situations that challenge modern people and offers Jesus teachings as a path to healing and peace. It's not a retelling of gospel stories, but a direct invitation to connect spiritually and emotionally through Christ's message.
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And there's more. A free study group via Zoom starts May 14. Featuring guest speakers from three continents, they'll explore these 20 topics together.
Anyone can join and more information, including how to register and join. The WhatsApp group is in the Newsletter and show notes.
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Here are a ton of new talks and videos available this month, including Spiritist Talk Series the Cost of Anger by Louise Lima Survival Kit for the Planetary Transition by Anna Moreno Be of Good Cheer by Leah Gouveia.
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Spiritual Light Series Mediumship Without Mystery, Living the Gospel, Life After Death Science and.
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Spirit Psychology and the Transformative Power of Love, Self Discovery and Transformation the Journey Within Integrating the Shadow. Other highlights include Spiritist Figures Series Ernesto.
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Bozano Kardec and Pain, Suffering and Plenitude.
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And Spiritist Conversation, Spiritism and Spiritualism.
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You can find all these resources through the newsletter.
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We've put the link in the show.
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Notes to make it easy shifting gears.
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ay and Beyond this month. May:
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Later in the year. June 78 European Spiritist Gathering in Finland.
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June 28 Spiritism X in the UK.
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May through August Family Spiritist Retreat taking place in various places at different dates.
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September 12 to 14 Joanna de Angelis.
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Congress in England September 20 US Spiritist.
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Symposium in Michigan October 2, 510 Toronto.
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Spiritist Weekend and October 4 and 5.
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11Th World Spiritist Congress and 1st Youth Congress in Uruguay.
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If you know of an event we.
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Should feature, let us know.
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Emma Harding, Britain, pioneer of Spiritualist history.
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Confirming his mission from Spirit Hahnemann.
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Advocate and author, is born May 30.
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1431 Joan of Arc, a historic medium, is martyred.
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There are even more fascinating dates in this month's newsletter. You can find the full list there and we've linked it in the Show Notes.
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That wraps up the May edition of the Spiritist Radar. Whether it's new books, research, events or reflections, spiritism continues to grow and inspire around the globe.
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And if you like this episode, share it with a friend. Let's keep the Spiritist conversation going.
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See you next time.
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