6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. • Music with Francine Jarry, singer/songwriter who creates very special music based on spiritual & universal principles

Opening Ceremonies (1 hr)

• Processional entrance accompanied by bagpipes

•Welcome & Introduction: Prof. Marilyn Rossner, PhD, EdD, Pres., SSF

• Dedication of Conference to Fr. John Rossner, PhD

• Greeting from our United Nations NGO Representative: Elaine Valdov, PhD, UN DPI/NGO Exec. Comm. Past Chair and Co-Chair

Hunter “Patch” Adams, MD: “Humour and Health” (Lecture: 2 hrs)
Patch Adams likes to stir things up and make people think. All over the world, Patch clowns around and shares his powerful message on the importance of caring — it’s magic. He works with those who aspire to infuse compassion, generosity, and humour into their lives, both individually and collectively. In this funny and inspirational lecture, Patch looks at the relationship between humour and health, and discusses his 30+ years of clowning experience.

10:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. • Composer and keyboard wizard Robert Coxon gets us “into the spirit” with this Musical Celebration of the New Humanity.

8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. • Music with Francine Jarry, singer/songwriter who creates very special music based on spiritual & universal principles

Hunter “Patch” Adams, MD: “Living a Life of Joy” (Workshop: 4 hrs)
Experience the incredible thrill of choosing to live everyday with joy. Patch’s workshop begins with an hour of exercises, then an hour of ideas on being happy, and the remainder on an exploration of the audacious idea of never having another bad day. The focus of this workshop is life as a choice.

1:00 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. • VIP Speakers Luncheon in Honour of Fr. John Rossner (extra-registration)

2:45 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. • Music with Janine Mealhow-Ambrose, pianist, composer, and teacher who has a special touch with music

Jeffrey L. Fannin, PhD: “Using Our Own Human Ability to Access Higher Consciousness” (Lecture: 1 hr)
Dr. Fannin has been measuring brainwave patterns and training brains for over 15 years. Incredibly, he has documented brainwave patterns, captured during meditation, that show people achieving higher levels of consciousness and transformational healing. This must-see session will leave you with the understanding that you too possess this ability. (Follow-up workshop: CW-S1c)

Rajiv Parti, MD: “Eternal Truths: Forgive, Love, & Heal” (Lecture: 1 hr)
Spiritually transformative experiences too often are a result of something that brings us to our knees. It doesn’t have to be that way. Come with us on a journey inside your remarkable being. Learn how to forgive effortlessly, and live a heart-centered life with ease, grace, and abundance. (Continued in CW-S4d)

Joyce W. Hawkes, PhD, & Helen Folsom, CHT: “The Conscious Healer: You” (Lecture: 1 hr)
Come with us on a journey inside your remarkable being. We’ll highlight the evidence for your own present and potential healing abilities, and guide you to deeper appreciation of the Healer Within.

7:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. • Mini-Concert with Francine Jarry, singer/songwriter who creates very special music based on spiritual & universal principles

Nassim Haramein: “The Connected Universe: A Fundamental Transformation of Human Awareness” (Lecture: 2 hrs)
A new picture of the physics of our world is developing; a picture in which information and processes are no longer isolated events, but are interwoven in a complex network of a connected universe. This new understanding will undoubtedly usher technological developments that can only be dreamed of today, and have a profound impact on the way we think of ourselves, each other, the universe, and our relationship to it.

10:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. • Personal Messages and Trance Prophecy with Marilyn Zwaig Rossner, EdD, PhD (extra-registration)

8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. • Mass & Meditation led by Sr. Leona Hartman and Bishop Serge Thériault, CCC

Lilly Rahmann, PhD: “Heart Energy: The Power of Love” (Lecture: 1 hr)
Heart energy is built up through special breathing techniques and visualization of positive images. Once the heart energy is built up, it can be sent out to help reduce both physical and emotional pain.

Cairo Rocha, PhD, OMD : “Áizhèng zhìliáo: Cancer in Chinese Medicine” (Lecture: 1 hr)
Learn about Traditional Chinese Medicine’s approach to cancer, including its causes and treatment.

11:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. • Special Interfaith Celebration for Fr. John at the grave-site. Transportation will be provided. (An on-site luncheon will be available for $40.)

1:45 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. • Music with Janine Mealhow-Ambrose, pianist, composer, and teacher who has a special touch with music

Effie Chow, PhD: “Health, Wealth, and Peace for Self & Planet” (Lecture: 1 hr)
The ancient Chinese concept of Qi, or universal life force, is an essential tool for coping with today’s frenzied pace of existence. Discover the transformational power of Empty Force in Chow Qigong that is inherent in you. Help rebalance the Yin and Yang of the world for harmony. (Continued in CW-S2a)

Christine Page, MD: “Trusting Love: Returning Home to the Divine Self” (Lecture: 1 hr)
Many people distrust love and the expectations and obligations commonly linked to it. Dr. Page will create a safe, sacred space and then share ways to bring love and hence well-being back into your life, so you can confidently reveal your inner and outer beauty and sacred gifts, and fulfill your soul’s destiny.

Dr. José Miguel Gaona: “Physical Evidence of Consciousness in Our Environment: Prayers, Wishes, and Meditation” (Lecture: 1 hr)
It is well known that prayer and meditation impact our spiritual practice on three levels: action, thought, and attitude. But did you know that these practices are able to alter other levels of physical reality? (Continued in CW-S8b)

Venerable Dhyani Ywahoo: “We Are Stardust and the Garden Is Within!” (Lecture: 1 hr)
Muddied waters become clear as we dedicate our body, speech, and mind to actualize the wisdom potential within, through washing away reactive and habitual views and considering the seed of awakened mind within all beings. (Continued in CW-S1b)

7:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. • Mini-Concert with Sr. Leona Hartman, OTr, organist, pianist, and composer

SSF Annual Festival Interfaith Service and Awards (2 hrs)

• Procession of Representatives of World Religions

• Invocation / Call to Worship / Meditation / Conference Summary: Rev. Marilyn Rossner, PhD, EdD, Pres., SSF

• Commissioning & Ordination of SSF Interfaith Ministers: Rev. Marilyn Rossner, with Dr. Fadel Behman and Rev. Michael Hiltz