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Problems of Humanity Lecture Series No. 1
Group Discussion

Perceived Impact of
Dan Brown's "The Da Vinci Code"
on Christianity




        Light Net Inc. and the Ageless Wisdom Library are hosting a FREE Group Discussion on The Perceived Impact of Dan Brown's "The Da Vinci Code" on Christianity on April 30, 2006, Sunday, 1-5pm in Manila, Philippines (sketch ofVenue). The publication of the fiction novel and the forthcoming release of its film version have caused a debate and uproar among conservative Catholics and fundamentalist Christian sects in the media. In the local scene these groups are also seeking the banning of the film's release from cinemas nationwide. Accordingly, the fiction novel and the film is damaging to their religion, an insult to Jesus, and will destroy the faith of its followers. The group discussion will try to objectively examine the contents of the novel, analyze any reasonable basis for the uproar and discuss the possible negative and positive impact (if any) of this novel to contemporary Christianity, or to religions in general.

        Light Net or AWL or the AAB Teachings do not advocate any official stand on this issue; however the free exchange of ideas, discussion and views are encouraged to facilitate understanding, in the light of reason.

        The Program will include:

  • Introduction to the Problems of Humanity Lecture Series
  • Group Meditation: Strengthening the Hands of the New Group of World Servers
  • Intro to the controversy regarding the best-selling novel, "The Da Vinci Code"
  • Synopsis/Summary of the The Da Vinci Code's story line based on the novel
  • Invited reactors from different fields
  • Open discussion
  • Resolution/Proposals on how the problems can be solved/Conclusion
  • Closing Meditation





  • About The Problems of Humanity Lecture Series

    The Problems of Humanity Lecture Series, being hosted by Light Net Inc. and the Ageless Wisdom Library in the Philippines, is intended to help men and women of goodwill gain a deeper understanding of world problems so as to position themselves, based on their soul purpose, as to what role to take to enable them to contribute more actively and effectively in the world-wide efforts in solving these problems in the realm of causes- both subjectively and objectively. The lecture series is based upon the concepts in the book, "Problems of Humanity", by Alice A. Bailey, and is partly adapted from the "The Problems of Humanity Study Course" provided by the World Goodwill in New York, USA. Each lecture session is composed of three main elements: 1. A lecture or presentation (by an invited resource person) on a problem or an urgent societal issue affecting humanity, globally or locally, 2. Some questions for consideration and group discussion, 3. Reflective Group meditation. The lectures and dicussions will be held once a month and will include topics related to and ranging from Psychological renewal of nations, Children, Youth and Education, Capital, Labor and Employment, Racial Minorities, World Religions, and other issues and problems prevalent in the local setting.

    As with its study course counterpart by the World Goodwill group, "the emphasis is placed upon underlying causes and emerging trends rather than on a factual survey of events. Through study, discussion and meditation, we can generate a "thoughtform of solution" thereby changing the climate of world thought to permit the solution of world problems. This include the undertaking of local forms of service activity. The hope of the future lies in the hands of all people of goodwill. Only they, in their millions, can create the enlightened public opinion that will turn the tide of world events."

    "The trained use of power on the side of goodwill and on behalf of right human relations will be demostrated as possible, and the present unhappy state of world affairs can be changed. This will be done... through the weight of a trained public opinion - an opinion which will be based on goodwill, on an intelligent understanding of the needs of humanity, on a determination to bring about right human relations and on the recognition that the the problems with which humanity is today confronted can be solved through goodwill." (Alice A. Bailey, "Problems of Humanity")

    "Goodwill or Will-to-Good is Love in Action"



    Schedule of the Lecture Series
    April 30, 2006, Sunday, 1-5pm - "Perceived Impact of The Da Vinci Code on Christianity"- Discussion Group with invited reactors
    May 28, Sunday, 1-5 pm - "Food Not Bombs: An Approach to the Problem of World Hunger"- lecture/workshop to be conducted by the FNB Manila group
    June 25, Sunday, 1-5 pm - "Cruelty Against Animals: A Case for the Vegetarian lifestyle"- video presentation /lecture by a PETA member


    You may also be interested in learning how to meditate scientifically,
    Please reserve at Soul Centered Life Seminar June 11, 2006, Sunday.

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