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By The Apostolic Johannite Church

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Mystery and Secrecy in the Apocryphon of John with Dr Karen King

The LecternDec 19, 2016

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Saint John of the Cross with Dr. William Behun

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.

Feb 27, 202433:17
Brigid of Ireland with Eimear Burke

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

Feb 01, 202401:13:43
The Medium of the Gnostic Message with Most Rev. Scott Rassbach

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.

Dec 12, 202355:05
The Divine Feminine in Sethian Gnosticism with Joanne Leone

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.

Oct 19, 202301:21:56
Sophia with the Most Rev. Dr. William Behun

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.

Oct 04, 202330:41
Hermetic Spirituality with Dr. M. David Litwa

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.

Aug 21, 202301:31:11
The Meaning of the Occult with Dr. Glen Fairen

The Meaning of the Occult with Dr. Glen Fairen

Dr. Glen Fairen takes us through a look at the occult, its evolution and meaning in the modern day.
Jun 28, 202301:06:35
The Gnosticism of Philip K. Dick with Bishop Scott Rassbach

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.

May 24, 202301:11:16
Liturgical Arts in Ceremonial Magic with Rev. Bryan R Garner

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.

Apr 25, 202301:21:40
Q and A 2021 with the Hierarchy

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

Mar 14, 202301:42:53
Why Gnosticism Now?: Myth in the Age of Scientism with Dr. William Behun

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.

Dec 06, 202201:12:42
John the Baptist and the Mandaeans with Dr. James McGrath

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

Oct 17, 202201:20:42
The Return of the Divine Feminine with Deacon Jonathan Stewart

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.

Aug 11, 202201:06:52
Knowing Better and Doing Better: Spiritual Community and Preventing Cult Formation with Rev. Angie Wisk-Nowell

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. 

Jun 07, 202201:05:29
Constant Chevillon: Modern Martyr with Dr. William Behun

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.

Mar 22, 202201:05:41
Gnosticism and Narrative with Jason Mehmel

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.

Feb 17, 202244:44
A Deeper Gnosis: An Integral approach to Gnosticism with Bishop Tim Mansfield

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

Nov 24, 202101:19:33
Spiritual Direction with Rev. Rick Beck

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.

Sep 10, 202101:17:58
White Bird, Black Serpent, Red Book: The Gnostic Roots of Jungian Psychology with Dr. Stuart Douglas

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

Jul 13, 202101:43:32
The Sacrament of Matrimony with Dr. William Behun

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

May 18, 202148:25
The Gospel of Mary and the Divine Feminine with Rev. Mr. Clark Aitkins

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.

Feb 16, 202145:42
Centering Prayer for Gnostics with Bishop Tim Mansfield

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

Nov 18, 202041:14
Q and A on Gnosis with the Bishops of the AJC

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.

Sep 15, 202053:27
Part III - Johannite Tradition III: The Primitive Church in the Modern Age with Most Rev Shaun McCann

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

Jun 25, 202001:19:60
Part I - Johannite Tradition III: The Primitive Church in the Modern Age with Most Rev. Shaun McCann

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

Jun 24, 202001:08:38
Part II - Johannite Tradition III: The Primitive Church in the Modern Age with Most Rev. Shaun McCann
Jun 24, 202001:36:05
The Gnosis of Art with Jason Mehmel

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.

May 28, 202001:11:13
The Thunder, Perfect Mind with Dr. Celene Lillie

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.

Apr 20, 202001:45:10
Office of the Hours: What, How and Why with Most Rev. Shaun McCann
Mar 27, 202023:17
The Great Lady in Temple Theology with Bishop Tim Mansfield

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.

Mar 05, 202001:48:48
Death and the Afterlife with Dr. William Behun

Death and the Afterlife with Dr. William Behun

The Primate of the United States discusses that most universal of human experiences - Death.

Jan 15, 202001:01:57
The Divine Feminine in the Gospel of John with Dr. David Goodin

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

Dec 06, 201901:14:38
Gnostic Visionary Ascent: Anti Astrology and the Beginning of Gnosis with Very Rev. Tony Silvia

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.

Nov 05, 201901:09:02
Amor vs Roma: Josephin Peladan on the Secret Tradition with Nicholas Laccetti

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

Sep 09, 201959:49
How to interpret the Gospel of Thomas with Dr. Andre Gagne

How to interpret the Gospel of Thomas with Dr. Andre Gagne

Dr. Andre Gagne takes us through a look at the history, text and interpretation of the Gospel of Thomas, providing insight into how to navigate and interpret this most famous of the Nag Hammadi texts.

Aug 07, 201901:37:20
Rituals of Warding with Msgr. Scott Rassbach

Rituals of Warding with Msgr. Scott Rassbach

Msgr Scott Rassbach, priest and ceremonial magician, takes us through some basic theory and practice around rituals of warding, from Conclave 2018 in Portland

Jul 04, 201954:25
The Shem Ha Mephorash with Fr. Joseph Wolf

The Shem Ha Mephorash with Fr. Joseph Wolf

Fr. Joseph Wolf, EG, Author of Angels at Your Doorstep and the Illuminated Circle, takes us through his history and practice of working with the Shem Ha-Memphorash in the Western Esoteric Tradition.

Jun 10, 201901:08:20
The Sacrament of Confirmation with Dr. William Behun

The Sacrament of Confirmation with Dr. William Behun

The Primate of the United States takes us through a look at the Sacrament of Confirmation in the Apostolic Johannite Church and the history of Christianity - from Conclave 2018. 

May 23, 201944:48
The Cathars with Stephen O'Shea

The Cathars with Stephen O'Shea

On March 16th, 2019, we will mark 775 years since the Fall of Montsegur.  Listen and watch Stephen O'Shea, author of The Perfect Heresy and The Friar of Carcassonne, as he takes us through the life and death of the medieval Cathars, and the later movements they inspired.

Mar 11, 201901:16:17
The Demiurge in the Gospel of John with Subdeacon Jonathan Stewart

The Demiurge in the Gospel of John with Subdeacon Jonathan Stewart

The Rev. Subdeacon Jonathan Stewart explores research around whether or not the Demiurge is found referenced in the Gospel of John

Feb 19, 201955:26
Isis and Sophia with M. Isidora Forrest

Isis and Sophia with M. Isidora Forrest

Priestess of Isis and Author, M. Isidora Forrest takes us through an exploration of the scriptures, imagery and roles associated with the figures of both Isis and Sophia through religious history and practice

Dec 13, 201801:05:56
Gnosticism in the Far East with Deacon Jason Campbell

Gnosticism in the Far East with Deacon Jason Campbell

Deacon Jason Campbell of Rose Cross Community in Portland, Ore, looks at Gnostic, Heterodox and Nestorian Churches in the Far East as well as interaction between Christianity and Buddhism. 

Slides can be found here- https://docsend.com/view/n4benwt

Oct 16, 201801:26:07
Magic and the Liturgy with Dr. William Behun

Magic and the Liturgy with Dr. William Behun

The Primate of the United States discusses the Liturgy as a magical and esoteric practice, as well as the elements of the Liturgy common to magical and esoteric practice

Aug 17, 201801:00:39
Divine Guidance and Divination with Msgr Scott Rassbach

Divine Guidance and Divination with Msgr Scott Rassbach

Monsignor Scott Rassbach looks at the practice of Divination, and more specifically, Cleromancy

Jun 26, 201801:02:03
The Art of Memory with Erik Arneson

The Art of Memory with Erik Arneson

Erik Arneson (https://arnemancy.com) takes us through the practice and art of Memory, touching on Hermeticism, Freemasonry and Giordano Bruno

May 28, 201842:38
The Sacrament of Unction with Dr. William Behun

The Sacrament of Unction with Dr. William Behun

The Primate of the United States discusses the history and practice of the Sacrament of Unction in Christianity and in the Apostolic Johannite Church

Mar 22, 201801:07:18
The Johannite Tradition Part II: Digging under the Temple with Most Rev. Shaun McCann
Jan 17, 201801:56:34
Archetypes of the Warrior-Priest with Fr. Bray Weaver

Archetypes of the Warrior-Priest with Fr. Bray Weaver

Very Rev. Bray Weaver takes us through a look at Archetypes of the Warrior-Priest, related spiritual concepts and historical examples in spirituality where warrior classes and societies have transformed from warrior to priest. 

We had intended this one for video but technical difficulty necessitated falling back to audio- Slides are essential to following along and can be found at https://docsend.com/view/rt5am2i

 

Dec 14, 201701:29:37
The Healing Art of Shutting the Hell Up with Fr Joseph McCauslin

The Healing Art of Shutting the Hell Up with Fr Joseph McCauslin

The Rev. Father Joseph McCauslin takes us through his experience of the practice of silence, from Conclave 2017 in Denver, Colorado

Oct 17, 201701:03:17
Eleusinian Mystery Cult Symbolism in Christianity with Clark Aitkins

Eleusinian Mystery Cult Symbolism in Christianity with Clark Aitkins

Clark Aitkins of St. Sarah's Parish looks at the commonalities in symbolism between the initiatory rites of Eleusis, the symbolism found in Gnosticism, and the miracle of the Holy Fire in the Holy Sepulchre of Christianity. 

Sep 07, 201740:09