South African Traditional Healing
John Lockley writes about the current Wars plaguing humanity in Gaza and Ukraine, and he speaks about the importance of cultivating mutual respect and empathy.
John is currently in South Africa working as a traditional Sangoma in the Eastern Cape.
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Ubuntu 101 - South African Medicine Workshop
John Lockley writes about the current Wars plaguing humanity in Gaza and Ukraine, and he speaks about the importance of cultivating mutual respect and empathy.
Weekend workshop in Ireland
Learning to Dance in a tribal way, Dreamwork, Honouring & praising our Ancestors & Plant Medicine
Mankind was born in Africa. Using Xhosa Sangoma techniques to help reconnect to our Irish roots.
Sacred Sound Performance & Sangoma talk on Friday 3rd Dec with John
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Fireside Chat in Vermont
John Lockley writes about the current Wars plaguing humanity in Gaza and Ukraine, and he speaks about the importance of cultivating mutual respect and empathy.
Here are some thoughts about the fire (and thanks for sharing about the coyotes!) What most impresses me about the messages John Lockley brings is the simplicity of them. He began with having us listen to our own hearts. Feeling them beat inside of us. Everything else came from that point. I have gotten instruction before in meditation that focuses primarily on the breath, and struggled to feel connection. Somehow focusing on the heartbeat was a very different experience. To feel the drumming inside of me, and feel the connection to the Earth through this rhythm, while remembering and honoring ancestors, placed me firmly in my body--balanced and stable and able to move from a place of calm. I felt a new understanding of meditation.
The knowledge he shares is ancient and timeless, and yet he communicates it in such a way that we in these confusing and hyper-fast times can comprehend them.
His personal stories help to illustrate essential truths of spiritual practice and seeking help from Divine, from Source.
John is very down to earth and sometimes uses a Puckish sense of humor to make ideas clear. Yet always there is an unwavering authenticity that he shows and invites us back to again and again. He brings us back to ourselves and our own work, all the while encouraging us to drop our false faces, our patterns of old habits that may not serve us, and connecting us to our ancestors and spirit guides.
Heather
Vermont, USA
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Dedication to Calling
John Lockley writes about the current Wars plaguing humanity in Gaza and Ukraine, and he speaks about the importance of cultivating mutual respect and empathy.
John Lockley is an extraordinary being. His dedication to his calling ispalpable, and his infectious enthusiasm for finding and following your unique path touched my heart deeply.The timing of John's message is impeccable. I recognize the grace that was bestowed upon me by being in John's presence. He shook my bones, and moved my heart.
Carolyn Gregory
Vermont, USA
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USA & Mexico Tour
John Lockley writes about the current Wars plaguing humanity in Gaza and Ukraine, and he speaks about the importance of cultivating mutual respect and empathy.
John will be touring the East Coast of the USA during September & October giving public talks.
He will be in New York, North Carolina, Western Massachusetts & Pennsylvania.
Followed by Mexico in November.
To book an event or for more info please call Julie Bete on 802-251-0552 or email juliebeet@comcast.net.
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Shambala Festival 2010
John Lockley writes about the current Wars plaguing humanity in Gaza and Ukraine, and he speaks about the importance of cultivating mutual respect and empathy.
John will be giving an 'Ubuntu' workshop and performing a sacred Xhosa blessing with live drumming and dancing at the Shambala festival in Northamptonshire.
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Afro / Celt Shamanic Weekend
John Lockley writes about the current Wars plaguing humanity in Gaza and Ukraine, and he speaks about the importance of cultivating mutual respect and empathy.
The way of the 'Spiritual Warrior'
Learning to Dance in a tribal way, Dreamwork, Honouring & praising our Ancestors & Plant Medicine
Mankind was born in Africa. Using Xhosa Sangoma techniques to help reconnect to our Irish roots.
Afro/ Celt Sacred Sound Performance on Friday night 10th Sep with John & Tommy Hayes on the Bodhran.
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Herb Fest 2010
John Lockley writes about the current Wars plaguing humanity in Gaza and Ukraine, and he speaks about the importance of cultivating mutual respect and empathy.
HerbFest - A Celebration for Herbalists Bringing People & Plants together
An eco friendly festival open to all people with a love of plants
John will be giving a series of lectures called 'Dancing with our Ancestors'.
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The Way of the Sangoma - in Oxford
John Lockley writes about the current Wars plaguing humanity in Gaza and Ukraine, and he speaks about the importance of cultivating mutual respect and empathy.
Sangomas are the traditional priests/ nuns of Southern Africa. To find out more please join us in Oxford at the Iffley Village Hall.
Friday 9th July, Public Talk & Blessing Ceremony - 7.30 to 9.30 pm - £15
Saturday 10thJuly, Workshop - 10am to 5 pm - £75
Sunday July 11th– Private Healing Sessions - by appointment
To book please call Stuart on 07968 451730, or email stuartlandart@googlemail.com.
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Reconnecting to my Ancestors
John Lockley writes about the current Wars plaguing humanity in Gaza and Ukraine, and he speaks about the importance of cultivating mutual respect and empathy.
Reconnecting to my ancestors through ceremony and dreams has truly been an empowering and life-changing event. I will be forever grateful to John for facilitating this experience.
Lorraine
Galway, Ireland.
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London Talk
John Lockley writes about the current Wars plaguing humanity in Gaza and Ukraine, and he speaks about the importance of cultivating mutual respect and empathy.
John will be giving a public talk on 'The Sangoma Way' in Neals Yard, Covent Gardens on Saturday 12th June. Public Talk: 5-7pm, £12
The talk is open to the public and will involve a discussion on the traditional Sangoma/ African Shamanic path.
It will also include drumming & singing.
People will have an opportunity to ask questions
Sunday 13th June: Sangoma Divinations, £70
To book please click below or phone 0207-379-7662
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UK Ubuntu Weekly Gatherings in Oxford
John Lockley writes about the current Wars plaguing humanity in Gaza and Ukraine, and he speaks about the importance of cultivating mutual respect and empathy.
Four week course starting Tuesday 8th,15th, 22nd & 29th June, 7:30-9:30pm. Ubuntu is all about community. An individual can create rhythm but a group can create a 'symphony'!
The course will involve:
Heart-beat Meditation
Creating ancestral healing space
Learning the trance rhythms & 'ingomas' (Xhosa Sangoma ancestral songs)
Discussing dreams, and how to distinguish between a normal dream and a white/ancestral/ prophetic dream.
Each week will build on from the last. In order for participants to get the most from the course they should attend all 4 evenings.
Exchange: £50
Please contact Stuart by clicking below.
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Introduction to Ubuntu
John Lockley writes about the current Wars plaguing humanity in Gaza and Ukraine, and he speaks about the importance of cultivating mutual respect and empathy.
'Ubuntu' is central to Southern African spirituality. It means humanity, and is widely believed that we realise our humanity through the quality of our interaction with one another. 'Ubuntu Ubunzulu' means the depth of humanity, and these include the sacred Xhosa Sangoma teachings which I will be talking about over the weekend.
Friday 25th -Talk & Blessing ceremony,7:30-9:30pm, £15
Saturday 26th - One day Workshop,10-5pm,£75 Involving a traditional 'Kraal' ceremony.The Kraal is an ancient structure or 'doorway' used to connect more deeply with our ancestors. It is the only one of its kind outside South Africa.
Sunday 27th - Private Divination Sessions. £70
To Book the Talk, One day workshop and/or private Divination session please call Richard Diss on 01525-862278 or email him at richarddiss1950@tiscali.co.uk.
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Irish Ancestral Re-Connection Workshop
John Lockley writes about the current Wars plaguing humanity in Gaza and Ukraine, and he speaks about the importance of cultivating mutual respect and empathy.
An 'Ubuntu' Weekend in beautiful East Clare, Ireland. Fri 21 May 8pm- Sun 23 1pm This weekend will focus on:
Purification and Blessing ceremonies with medicinal plants
Connecting with our Ancestors, cleansing Ancestral lines
Dreamwork, listening to our souls
Heartbeat Meditation, stillness
Trance rhythms, song and dance
Cost 120 Euro
To book call Carole on 061-924268/924182 Or use the Book Now button.
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South Africa 09/10
John Lockley writes about the current Wars plaguing humanity in Gaza and Ukraine, and he speaks about the importance of cultivating mutual respect and empathy.
Updating traditional Xhosa knowledge – During this time John works & studies alongside his Xhosa teacher. This includes traditional ceremonies honouring Xhosa ancestors. The whole township community is invited to take part in these festivities. All donations received by John go towards supporting these traditional ceremonies. John will be available to give phone/ skype sessions during this time. If you would like a session with him then please email or click on the bar below.
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Shamanic Practitioner's Workshop
John Lockley writes about the current Wars plaguing humanity in Gaza and Ukraine, and he speaks about the importance of cultivating mutual respect and empathy.
A weekend dedicated to helping Shamanic practitioner's go deeper with their practice. This will include the traditional 'Ubuntu' Sangoma recipe of:
Heartbeat Meditation
Xhosa Songs, dance & trance rhythms
Blessing Ceremony using medicinal plants
Ancestral re-connection work with indoor & outdoor ceremony
A time to find one another in community. Also to discuss challenges with one's practice and a way of going deeper with clients.
Energy exchange: £200 - Includes accomodation & sangoma teaching.
To book please contact Caroline on 0754-539-3629, or click the booking form below.
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Ancestral Celebration
John Lockley writes about the current Wars plaguing humanity in Gaza and Ukraine, and he speaks about the importance of cultivating mutual respect and empathy.
The theme of this workshop is 'Ancestral Celebration' & Grace. It is a special workshop because it will include closing Pip's 'Kraal', as Pip will be moving home. The Kraal is an ancient ancestral structure based on the Xhosa & Zulu spirituality in South Africa. It was opened by John, and is a space or 'ancestral doorway' where people connect deeply with their ancestors.
The weekend will involve:
Outside Ancestral Ceremony in 'the Kraal'
Meditation
A blessing ceremony to enhance dreams & visions using medicinal plants.
Energy exchange: £200 - Includes accomodation & sangoma teaching.
To book please contact Caroline on 0754-539-3629, or click the booking form below.
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Intact Medicine Tradition
John Lockley writes about the current Wars plaguing humanity in Gaza and Ukraine, and he speaks about the importance of cultivating mutual respect and empathy.
It is a very special and unique experience to be taught by someone trained in a living, breathing, intact medicine tradition. You bring the teachings to us with dignity and integrity and have inspired me to want to connect deeply with my own ancestral lines. You also show us your own humility and humanity and sense of fun to produce an experience which is strong, but gentle. I look forward to continuing working with such an inspirational teacher. Thank you!
Elizabeth Caldwell, PhD
University Lecturer, UK
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Southern African Blessing Ceremony
John Lockley writes about the current Wars plaguing humanity in Gaza and Ukraine, and he speaks about the importance of cultivating mutual respect and empathy.
A Unique synthesis of Southern African music & spirituality Friday Night - 7.30-9.30pm £10/£8 (conc)
Featuring Linos Wengara Magaya, acclaimed Zimbabwean mbira player & spiritual healer,
AND John Lockley Xhosa Sangoma/ African Shaman.
The evening will feature John & Linos playing music together, interspersed with a brief discussion on South African spirituality. Linos will be assisted by Tim Dziva Lloyd.
Private Consultations with Sangoma upon request, Sunday
To book, please call 01235 847401 or email admin@theabbey.uk.com.
For further information please see www.theabbey.uk.com
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Deepening Ubuntu - Wales
John Lockley writes about the current Wars plaguing humanity in Gaza and Ukraine, and he speaks about the importance of cultivating mutual respect and empathy.
A workshop geared towards people who have already done some 'Ubuntu' work with John. This workshop will focus on:
Stillness
Cleansing/purification with plants
Connecting with our Ancestors
Dreams, listening to our souls
Dancing, singing & community
Energy Exchange: £200 - Includes accomodation, wonderful home cooked meals & Shamanic instruction.
For more information please contact Pip Waller on 0149-046-0493, Caroline Evans 0754-539-3629, Or click the booking form below.
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