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Michael Hallam: New Year 2008 

Dear Friends

 The main purpose of these events is to make available the fruits of over 20 years of working with the practical insights of Rudolf Steiner, and other great thinkers and social reformers. Colloquially, I call the overall program a 'Steiner Education for Grown-ups'.

There is a small but growing group who are finding the contents of these workshops valuable as a means of ongoing self-development and for gaining deeper insights into the wider forces at work in society. And there is now a core group of 'students', who have been attending regularly since May 2007. I have formed a separate group for these people, in order to deepen our studies. 

 Elsewhere the range and scope of meetings is evolving 'organically' and I have now organised a general program, for all comers, to take us well into the New Year.

Events are variously priced (see below) and they are open to anyone who can make it to the venue. In most cases advanced booking is not necessary. (although it helps to plan)

"There’s nothing like getting fresh insight just when you stand in need

 of it! 'Fresh' because whilst I know very well the phenomena you describe,

 you do it in such a vibrant way that it seems that I have stumbled on a

completely new treasure! So thank you". Linda

"I read your extraordinary article "Organisational and individual development and the state of the planet: Pause at the Crossroads" with great interest. I would like to tell you that it had a profound impact on the course of my spiritual development. Thank you." James

"Never has my attention been held for two hours straight, with 100% immersion in a topic. An enlightening, fantastic experience! Come along and feel those internal cogs turn for yourselves." Brash

In Brief

23^rd January 08: Working Cooperatively

26^th January 08: Angels

30^th January 08: Closed Group

31^st January 08: John Ruskin - renewing the dignity of human labour

19^th February 08: 12 Senses - Balance

15^th February 08: Body, Soul & Spirit

20^th February 08: Steiner Upper School curriculum

23^rd February 08: Angels

25^th February 08: What is Time?

1^st March 08: Local Sustainability

23^rd January 2008: WEDNESDAY: – 7.00pm Lancaster Steiner School (directions)  –

The Positive Dynamic of Working Co-operatively.

Our motive for doing things effects not only our own development but also that of the organisations we work for. Is there an essential energy dynamic involved that we can use and replicate?

26^th January 2008: SATURDAY: - 1.00pm – 4.00pm NEED VENUE Chorley –

The Science of the Spirit – A Look at the World of Angels and How they Work into Our Lives

Although our modern one-sided approach to science dismisses the existence of super-sensible beings (angels) this does not mean that they do not exist, neither can we say, given the current state of the world, that the purely materialist view of who we are and what motivates us is particularly successful. Increasing numbers of people are claiming to have spiritual experiences and the Angels are our first point of contact.

30^th January 2008: WEDNESDAY: - 7.00pm Lancaster Steiner School  (directions)  –

Closed Study & Research Group for Advance Students

31st January 2008: THURSDAY: - 4.00pm – 6.00pm Lancaster University Bowland North Seminar Room 2 (directions - Bowland North is No 19 on the map – park opposite the Chaplancy Centre, which is 20 on the map – in the SW quarter)

Reflections on the nature of work: From a necessary evil to the source of human inspiration and fulfilment on earth.

One of the most critical challenges facing humanity today is the urgent need to re-forge the way in which we work with nature, in order to receive our ‘daily bread’. In the second half of his life, John Ruskin turned his acute powers of observation to bear upon the 19^th century world of industrial England. Specifically to the way in which modern forms of mass manufacture divorce both Nature herself and the human being from any meaningful connection with life. A century and a half later this appears to be more than ever the case, and yet….we are beginning to recognise the urgent necessity for change. Is it possible to re-cast the way we work in such a way that both nature and the human being can both be nourished by the process?

Curiously enough, this question leads us straight back to Ruskin’s acute capacity for observation of natural processes and to the refreshing renewal of our souls, which results from following him on this observational journey.

9^th February 2008: SATURDAY: 9.30am-1.00pm Lancaster Steiner School (directions)  –

12 Senses Workshop – Sense of Balance

A revival of this popular workshop.

Rudolf Steiner pointed out that we have 12 distinct senses (and not just the 5 we are used to). To begin, we will do a quick sketch of the full 12 and then look at the 6 natural pairs of ‘opposites’, and how they balance each other. We will then concentrate on the sense of Balance itself.

COST – by donation Booking mike@threefolding.com 07971 673436

FURTHER DETAILS & EXTRA MATERIAL AVAILABLE

11^th February 2008: MONDAY: - 7.00pm Lancaster Steiner School –

Closed Study & Research Group for Advance Students

15^th February 2008: FRIDAY: 7.30pm – 9.15pm

The Sanctuary (find.location)– Clitheroe –

Body, Soul and Spirit –

exploring the nature of the human soul

The soul stands in between our physical body and our eternal spirit nature.

It holds the balance between two very different worlds. How can we benefit from a greater understanding of its workings? Based upon the work and insights of Rudolf Steiner and others, this introductory evening provides an opportunity to begin a journey, which can help us re-connect to our body and spirit and re-invigorate our life.

Mid February (DATE TO BE ARRANGED 07971 673436) 9.30am – 1.00pm - Clitheroe

Early Years Child Development – Managing Childhood

Hints and tips on early childhood management, with reference to Early Years Steiner School practices. – Especially for parents with young children and Steiner parents in the Clitheroe area.

COST–TO BE ARRANGED

20^th February 2008: WEDNESDAY: – 7.00pm Lancaster Steiner School (directions)  –

Insights into the Upper-School Curriculum –

What is taught in a Steiner upper school and how do the lessons of the lower school lay the foundations. How does it compare academically to the state education system.

23^rd February 2008: SATURDAY: - 9.30am – 1.00pm Friends Meeting House – Lancaster (directions) –

The Science of the Spirit – A Look at the World of Angels and How they Work into Our Lives

Although our modern one-sided approach to science dismisses the existence of super-sensible beings (angels) this does not mean that they do not exist, neither can we say, given the current state of the world, that the purely materialist view of who we are and what motivates us is particularly successful. Increasing numbers of people are claiming to have spiritual experiences and the Angels are our first point of contact.

25^th February 2008: MONDAY: 8.00pm – 9.45pm New Horizons – St Anne’s (directions)

What is Time - And how do we travel in it part II

Michael Hallam

Following on from the successful workshop in Preston in November we will explore the nature of time. Did you know that time travels in three directions? Tonight we will lift the lid on time and look at how it is structured. We may even get to change our experience of it and travel more freely within it. Guaranteed to be both mind-boggling and inspiring. Hold onto your seats.

1^st March 2008: SATURDAY: 9.30am – 1.00pm Friends Meeting House – Lancaster (directions) –

Steps Towards Developing Local Sustainability

The latest in a series of morning workshops exploring what our local social and economic life could be like and why we are, instead, where we are. With Rudolf Steiner’s social threefold indications as a background we will look at some of the possibilities and blockages on the road to making the Lancaster

region into a model of sustainability.

 COST £15

Booking mike@threefolding.com 07971 673436

FURTHER DETAILS AND EXTRA MATERIAL

10^TH March 2008: MONDAY: - 7.00pm Lancaster Steiner School –

Closed Study & Research Group for Advance Students