Conference Schedule
MONDAY, April 16
Special Ministers’ Session - 1:30 - 4:30PM
Rev. Dr. James Golden
The Long Ride Home
We are all on a spiritual journey; some people know about this, some do not. The “secret” of the spiritual path is this understanding..
Special Practitioners’ Session - 1:30 - 4:30pm
Rev. Anna Marie Trotman
Living Your Full Spectrum Life
Are you longing to make a powerful impact on the people you serve? As you celebrate your uniqueness learn how to draw out the greatness in your client or congregation.
Evening General Session - 7:00 - 9:00pm
ANTN Opening Ceremony
Rev. Dr. Bill Little
Open at the Top
Like Religious Science itself, our method of prayer, Treatment, must be open at the top. There is a subtle difference between understanding the logic behind this and actually experiencing it. Examining this gap will put us in right relationship and lead directly to the throne of Divinity.
Morning Activities (Tuesday – Friday, 7:15-8:00 am)
Each morning, enjoy your choice of:
Kundalini Yoga with Candace Berkowitz, R.Sc.P.:
Greeting the Sun Ceremony with Dr. Jan and Rev. Rob Morgan: Experience the gentle and sacred sounds of the Native American Flute and calling in the directions
TAT Movement with Dr. Janine Burns: Tapas Acupressure Technique (TAT) is a highly effective energy meridian healing technique that effortlessly eliminates emotional discomfort, distorted beliefs and physical symptoms.
Meditation: Led by a different loving ANTN member each morning
Labyrinth Walk: Self-guided walking meditation
TUESDAY, April 17
Morning General Session - 9:30 - 11:30am
ANTN Prelude Speaker ~ Rev. Dr. Janine H. Burns
Rev. Dr. James Golden
Where Are You Going?
What is the purpose of human life? Why have we taken birth? What are we to accomplish while we walk our path in this world?
Afternoon Concurrent Sessions - 1:30 - 3:00pm
Rev. Dr. Rick Moss
Conscious Relationships
In this workshop we will focus on how to bring our best Self to friends, partners/spouses and professional contacts.
Rev. Carla Ryan
Promoting Your Unique Path to the World
The New Thought movement has a voice – yours! Discover promotional methods to share with “the word” about your church/center. Go from walking a path to hyper-drive!
Rev. Brian Graham
Choiceful Living
Take some time and explore! Are we making Conscious choices? A wonderful refresher as we walk The Way of the Conscious Heart.
Annual General Meeting - 3:30 - 5:30pm
ANTN Board Meeting/Election of Officers - 5:30 – 6:00pm
Evening General Session 7:00 - 9:00pm
don Jose Ruiz
The Art of Toltec Dreaming
To be happy in your heart you must find happiness in your mind. The art of dreaming consists of finding creativity to honor your heart. Deepen your awareness to make decisions based on respect that serves your heart.
Higher Ground Cafe 9:15 - 11:30pm
Open mic format to include music, poetry, jokes, improv – come prepared to play!
WEDNESDAY, April 18
New Member Breakfast - 8:00 – 9:00am
Morning General Session - 9:30 - 11:30am
ANTN Prelude Speaker ~ Rev. Lisa Stewart-deSnoo
Rev. Dr. Angelo Pizelo
Igniting the Human Potential
Each of us is on an awesome journey of self discovery, un-folding our unique gifts while traversing the human experience. We will be reminded during this session about the ten most important words in the English Language: “If it is to be, it is up to me.”
Afternoon Concurrent Sessions - 1:30 - 4:45pm
Concurrent Block 1 - 1:30 - 3:00PM
Rev. Dr. Marlene Bricker
The Unique Path of Kabbalah
This ancient Jewish tradition teaches the deepest insights into God's essence and the purpose of Creation. Come delve into the influence of Kabbalah on New Thought.
Rev. Dr. Kim Yalda
No One Can Be You But You
Explore facets of God’s Mind through Multiple Intelligences and engage in infinite possibilities of what it means to truly realize that everyone is a unique expression of Divine Intelligence.
Rev. Dr. Wes McPhearson
Love Yourself -Let the Other Person Have it Your Way
It’s not what you say (or affirm), it’s what you do. Fresh insights and a tool make your career and your relationships better and better.
Concurrent Block 2 - 3:15 - 4:45pm
Rev. Dr. Dia Lynn
Miracles - A Unique Path
Explore how A Course in Miracles and Religious Science use the mind to access the heart and bring us to the gates of Heaven itself.
Rev. Jerry Troyer
In Search of the Blessing
All along our sacred paths are people and experiences bringing us blessings. Sometimes the challenge is to find it! Join this awakening and healing experience.
Rev. Dr. Frank and Rev. Terry zumMallen
Unique and Growing
Insights and tools into one successful strategy and process for building a unique New Thought Ministry of Consciousness in the age of “big box branding.
Emerson Animal Chaplain Ordination & ANTN Honorary Ordination - 5:15 - 5:45pm
Evening General Session - 7:00 - 9:00PM
ANTN Prelude Speaker ~ Rev. Dr. Nick Angotti
Rev. Dr. Michele Whittington
What Got You Here, Won't Get You There!
While celebrating our unique paths that got us here, we know our evolution requires us to take our vibration up a notch or two. Tonight we do just that!
Spirituality and the Everyday Peacemaker - 9:15 - 11:30pm
Film & discussion facilitated by Dr. Nick Angotti
THURSDAY, April 19
ANTN Board Meeting/Business Meeting - 8:00 – 9:00am
Morning General Session - 9:30 - 11:30am
Rev. Renee Laboa & Rev. Christy Snow
Dance With The Divine
You are a unique and powerful expression of the Divine. If you’re not fully expressed, part of God is hidden. Follow Spirit’s lead rather than step on God’s toes!
Afternoon Concurrent Workshops - 1:00 - 2:30pm
Seminary of the Sierra
A Glimpse Into the Fourth Dimension
Journey into the mind-bending 4th dimension - powered by Love - to claim through Spiritual alchemy, the new heart rhythm of the Emergent Soul.
Rev. Dr. Robert Dee McDonald
Conscious Evolution
Come and use your mind to literally change the past and all associated emotional reactions instantly.
Andrew Ecker
Intentional Drum Cirlce
Journey deep into Spirit through a fun, safe place of expression, worship and love. Drums are provided for everyone.
Late Afternoon/Evening General Session ~ Celebrating Our Unique Paths - 4:00 - 9:00pm
After being transported to Creative Living Fellowship, we celebrate our Emerson Theological Institute graduates and then experience an evening of delicious food, playful entertainment and our ever-popular auction and raffle fundraiser.
FRIDAY, April 20
Morning General Session 9:30 - Noon
Rev. Dr. Carol Lawson
Time for Transformation
The time is now and we are the ones. As we sum up the week and celebrate ourselves, we anchor our growth and transformation in the One Heart, and send it out into the world.
Closing Ceremony: The Way of the Conscious Heart
Our Conference is ending, yet our sacred celebration continues. Be sure to stay for this powerful and inspiring closing session.