The Lectern
By The Apostolic Johannite Church
Saint Expedite with Rev. Jonathan Stewart
Rev. Jonathan Stewart takes us through an exploration of the history and practice around Saint Expedite, including his own history and practice with this beloved cross-cultural, religion bending Saint and figure.
Echoes of the Apocalypse: St. Joachim of Fiore with Rev. Father John DiGilio
The Rev. Fr. John DiGilio takes us through the life, ideas and legacy of Joachim of Fiore.
Holy Orders in Gnosticism with Most Rev. Brenden Humberdross
The newly consecrated Bishop of Queensland, Most Rev. Brenden. Humberdross, looks at the history of Holy Orders and Ordination in Gnosticism.
Women's Ordination - A Reclamation with Rev. Angie Wisk-Nowell
Rev. Angie takes us through the history of women's ordination through the lens of early Christianity and the Medieval West.
Sparkplugs of the Divine: Latent Gnosis with Jason Mehmel
Jason Mehmel, Talk Gnosis Co-Host and long time member of the Parish of St. Joseph of Arimathea, explores Gnosis outside of Gnosticism and Religion
Unity (in) Duality: Gnosis in Zoroastrianism, Manichaeism, and Ilm-e-Khshnoom with Dr. William Behun
The Primate of the United States explores Gnosis in the traditions of Zoroastrianism, Manichaeism, and Ilm-e-Khshnoom - owing to the length of the original presentation and time-limits in the Conclave session- this talk is in two parts, joined together in a single presentation.
When you can't see the magic - Aphantasia and the Spiritual Path with Most Rev Brenden Humberdross
Bishop Brenden Humberdross explores the experience of Aphantasia and its impact on spiritual and esoteric practice as well as the history of its study
The Chaldean Oracles and Ancient Pagan Gnosticism with Rev. Jonathan Stewart
Rev. Jonathan Stewart takes us through a look at the Chaldean Oracles, with help from special guest, Bishop Tim Mansfield
Taoism and the Tao of Gnosis with Most Rev. Bray Weaver
Bishop Weaver introduces us to Taoism by way of a western lens through the magical Kabbalah and the Kybalion / New Thought
Death Personified: The Cult of Santa Muerte with Fr. John DiGilio
Father John DiGilio of St. Joachim of Fiore Parish, AJC, introduces us to the history, practice and culture around the figure of Santa Muerte- Holy Death. Recorded with St. Joseph of Arimathea Parish in February 2024
The Knowing of Zen Buddhism with Rev James Ishmael Ford, Roshi
Rev. James Ford, Zen Master and Unitarian Minister, discusses the Knowing of Zen Buddhism, including a preview of his new book, which was in the writing process at the time of recording - The Intimate Way of Zen, now available.
In the Image of God: Creation of the Psychic body in the Apocryphon of John with Joanne Leone
Joanne Leone of Holy Sophia Narthex AJC, takes us through the angelic creation of the psychic body in the Apocryphon of John.
The Cunning of Wisdom with Dr. Justin Sledge
Dr. Justin Sledge of ESOTERICA takes us through a look at the Valentinians, Valentinus and the Valentinian Demiurge for our 2024 Conclave Keynote.
Q and A 2022 with the Hierarchy of the AJC
The 2022 Q and A session from the AJC Conclave 2022
The Pneumatic Body and Gnosis in Hermetism and late Antique Platonism with Dr Jeffrey S Kupperman
Dr. Jeffrey S. Kupperman takes us through a look at the concept of the Pneumatic body in Hermetism and late antique Platonism
Christ versus Jesus with the Rev. Mother Angie Wisk-Nowell
Saint John of the Cross with Dr. William Behun
The Primate of the United States, Dr. William Behun, Mar Thomas, takes us through a look at Saint John of the Cross, his history, mysticism and import for Gnostics.
Brigid of Ireland with Eimear Burke
For 2023’s Dr. Juliana Eimear Memorial Lecture- Eimear Burke, Chosen Chief of the Order of Bards Ovates and Druids, joins us to tell stories and legends about Brigid of Ireland, Pagan Goddess and Christian Saint
The Medium of the Gnostic Message with Most Rev. Scott Rassbach
Most Rev. Scott Rassbach takes a look at Gnosticism and the Gnostic message through the lens and work of Marshall McLuhan and media theory.
The Divine Feminine in Sethian Gnosticism with Joanne Leone
Joanne Leone is a researcher, archaeologist, ancient historian and AJC Narthex Co-Leader. In this talk from Conclave 2022, she takes us on an exploration of the Divine Feminine as found in Sethian Gnosticism through a look at the figure of Barbelo.
Sophia with the Most Rev. Dr. William Behun
The Primate of the United States, Most Rev. Dr William Behun, takes us through an introductory look at the figure of Sophia.
Hermetic Spirituality with Dr. M. David Litwa
Dr. M. David Litwa explores what Hermetic Spirituality can be in the present day by looking at its historic principles.
The Meaning of the Occult with Dr. Glen Fairen
The Gnosticism of Philip K. Dick with Bishop Scott Rassbach
The Most Rev. Scott Rassbach takes us through a discussion of the Gnostic ideas of the writer Philip K. Dick.
Liturgical Arts in Ceremonial Magic with Rev. Bryan R Garner
The Rev. Bryan Garner (Frater Ashen Chassan) takes us through a deep dive into the overlap between medieval liturgy and the Grimoire tradition.
Q and A 2021 with the Hierarchy
Q and A with the Bishops of the Apostolic Johannite Church during Conclave 2021 including back and forth with clergy and laity
Why Gnosticism Now?: Myth in the Age of Scientism with Dr. William Behun
The Primate of the United States, Dr. William Behun takes us through the importance of Gnosticism, the Gnostic message and myth in the present age - delivered at Conclave 2021.
John the Baptist and the Mandaeans with Dr. James McGrath
Dr. McGrath takes us through an examination of John the Baptist, the Mandaeans, and their Gnostic legacy
The Return of the Divine Feminine with Deacon Jonathan Stewart
Deacon Jonathan Stewart takes us through 10 events in the modern era which returned the figures of the Divine Feminine to centre stage.
Knowing Better and Doing Better: Spiritual Community and Preventing Cult Formation with Rev. Angie Wisk-Nowell
The Rev. Deacon Angie Wisk-Nowell looks at how cults are formed, and cult prevention in light of both her own cult experience and research.
Constant Chevillon: Modern Martyr with Dr. William Behun
The Primate of the United States, Dr. William Behun, takes us through a look at the life, times and untimely death of Constant Chevillon - Gnostic Bishop, Martinist, Freemason and Johannite Saint.
Gnosticism and Narrative with Jason Mehmel
Jason Mehmel, long time AJC member, Artistic Director and writer (https://www.jasonmehmel.com) takes us through a Gnostic theory of Narrative via the waypoints of his own experience and work.
A Deeper Gnosis: An Integral approach to Gnosticism with Bishop Tim Mansfield
The Bishop of New South Wales takes us through a look at the ideas of Jean Gebser and how they can inform and enrich Gnostic spirituality.Visit https://sturiels.johannite.org/integral-gnosticism/ for slides and notes
Spiritual Direction with Rev. Rick Beck
Spiritual director and Moravian Pastor, The Rev. Rick Beck, joins us to discuss the history and practice of the art of Spiritual Direction.
White Bird, Black Serpent, Red Book: The Gnostic Roots of Jungian Psychology with Dr. Stuart Douglas
Dr. Stuart Douglas takes us through an examination of Jungian Psychology and where it was influenced by Gnosticism. Slides available at https://docsend.com/view/4ex4pje3rht3szbb
The Sacrament of Matrimony with Dr. William Behun
The Primate of the United States discusses the history of the Sacrament of Matrimony and how the Rite is seen and used in the Apostolic Johannite Church
The Gospel of Mary and the Divine Feminine with Rev. Mr. Clark Aitkins
The Rev. Mr. Clark Aitkins takes us through an exploration of the images of the Divine Feminine in the text of the Gospel of Mary.
Centering Prayer for Gnostics with Bishop Tim Mansfield
The Bishop of New South Wales takes a look at the practice of Centering Prayer through the lens of being Gnostic. From Conclave 2019 in Montreal, Quebec
Q and A on Gnosis with the Bishops of the AJC
The Hierarchy of the Apostolic Johannite Church answers questions on Gnosis and Theosis in between sessions at Conclave 2019 in Montreal, Quebec.
Part III - Johannite Tradition III: The Primitive Church in the Modern Age with Most Rev Shaun McCann
The Most Rev. Shaun McCann takes us through a survey of the background, structure, beliefs and ritual of Bernard-Raymond Fabre-Palaprat's Johannite Church of Primitive Christians, more properly known as the Primitive Church, and its partner organization- l'Ordre du Temple. Slides available at https://docsend.com/view/7nqgmh95wg7v5w9n
Part I - Johannite Tradition III: The Primitive Church in the Modern Age with Most Rev. Shaun McCann
The Most Rev. Shaun McCann takes us through a survey of the background, structure, beliefs and ritual of Bernard-Raymond Fabre-Palaprat's Johannite Church of Primitive Christians, more properly known as the Primitive Church, and its partner organization- l'Ordre du Temple. Slides available at https://docsend.com/view/7nqgmh95wg7v5w9n
Part II - Johannite Tradition III: The Primitive Church in the Modern Age with Most Rev. Shaun McCann
The Most Rev. Shaun McCann takes us through a survey of the background, structure, beliefs and ritual of Bernard-Raymond Fabre-Palaprat's Johannite Church of Primitive Christians, more properly known as the Primitive Church, and its partner organization- l'Ordre du Temple. Slides available at https://docsend.com/view/7nqgmh95wg7v5w9n
The Gnosis of Art with Jason Mehmel
Long time AJC member and artist, Jason Mehmel (https://www.jasonmehmel.com) discusses the interaction between Gnosticism, Gnosis and Art.
The Thunder, Perfect Mind with Dr. Celene Lillie
Dr. Celene Lillie takes us through an examination and exploration of the Thunder, Perfect Mind, at Conclave 2019.
The Great Lady in Temple Theology with Bishop Tim Mansfield
The Bishop of New South Wales looks at the Divine Feminine in the Temple Theology of Margaret Barker.
Death and the Afterlife with Dr. William Behun
The Primate of the United States discusses that most universal of human experiences - Death.
The Divine Feminine in the Gospel of John with Dr. David Goodin
Dr. David Goodin of McGill University lifts the veil on the Gospel of John to show where the Divine Feminine appears. Slides available at https://docsend.com/view/2ufiepu
Gnostic Visionary Ascent: Anti Astrology and the Beginning of Gnosis with Very Rev. Tony Silvia
The Very Rev. Fr Tony Silvia takes us through the cosmology of the Apocryphon of John and discusses the concept and practice of Gnostic Ascent, in this lecture from Conclave 2019.
Amor vs Roma: Josephin Peladan on the Secret Tradition with Nicholas Laccetti
Nicholas Laccetti, author of The Inner Church is the Hope of the World, takes us through a look at the beliefs, symbolism and practice of artist and mage, Josephin Peladan