Winter Pause for a Magical 2025: Reflecting on a Transformative Year

As we go in for the winter, we are pausing our Magical Sundays until May, 2025. As we evolve and grow our vision to be an inclusive and interdisciplinary center for all wisdom traditions, we are in hibernation to manifest an incredible line-up/program for 2025 seasons of Magic.

At a glance back at 2024, we are proud to have hosted 600+ visitors in 2024 and hosted these amazing leaders in the fields of wisdom and healing:

Karen Jones Meadows

Creating Altars That Alter

Alberto Villoldo

Changing the Way We Live & Die

Judy Tuwaletstiwa

Be Guided by One’s Own Life as a Pilgrimage

Chip Conley

The Magic of Midlife

Mary Lou Dobbs

How to Flip the Script on Aging

Grandmother Flordemayo

Harvesting Hope: The Transformative Power of Gratitude and Prayer

Tracee Stanley

Entering the Winter Rest Portal: Yoga Nidra for Healing and Rejuvenation

SF Soul: Dr. Robyn Benson and Dr Christi Alsop

Unlocking Vitality: Enhance Your Health, Energy, Sleep, Hormones, Sex, and Brain Power

The SouthWest Sanctuary for Wisdom & Healing.

Magical Sunday Experience Virtual Tour

At The Southwest Sanctuary for Wisdom and Healing *aka The Chi Center*, we aspire to be a nurturing ground for diverse communities and global wisdom traditions. Situated in the vibrant and historic valley of Galisteo, our sanctuary is a home base for practices including Qigong, yoga, mindfulness, shamanism, energy medicine, non-religious spirituality, art, conscious leadership, and sustainable living. This is where ancient wisdom meets modern seekers, creating a unique tapestry of healing and growth.

Nestled in one of the oldest artist and healer communities, Galisteo has been a place of gathering and sanctuary for over 8,000 years, dating back to the Anasazi people. Our land is rich with ancient petroglyphs, each telling stories of a profound connection with nature and spirit. At TSS: The Southwest Sanctuary, we continue this legacy by offering a space where you can embark on a journey of coming home—to yourself, to your community, and to the natural world.

We believe in the power of collective energy and shared vision. TSS is not just a place, but a collaborative partner in the transformative journey for every individual and group that joins us. By fostering long-term relationships with spiritual leaders and healers, we co-create an ecosystem of wisdom and wellness that thrives on mutual support and respect.

The Sanctuary of Transformation & Connection in the Heart of the SouthWest.

The magic of The Southwest Sanctuary lives in the healing we offer through stewardship, transformative practices, and community inclusion. Whether you are seeking peace through meditation in our underground kiva, energy healing under the wisdom of 400-year-old cottonwood trees, or the inspiration of the expansive views and vibrant skies, TSS offers a sanctuary where healing and growth are naturally cultivated. Visit our sacred land to experience the tranquility and transformation only found in the heart of the Southwest.

Magical Sunday Activities Schedule.

Morning Harmony: Brunch and Live Music [9AM — 11AM]

Sundays are sacred and magical. Each Sunday has a rotating, curated menu designed by talented regional chefs and invited presenters. We are committed to supporting local artists and musicians by organizing a celebration of community connection and personal growth.

Midday Spiritual Enrichment: Rotating Workshops [11AM — 12:30PM]

  • Twice a month: Engage in Wisdom Healing Qigong with Master Mingtong Gu, designed to balance your energy and awaken inner healing.
  • The last Sunday of the Month: Participate in a drumming and dancing circle led by Rick, where rhythm and movement fosters joy and community bonding.
  • Once a month: Explore an experiential workshop with other local teachers, offering insights into various spiritual traditions.

Afternoon Connection: Nature Hikes [12:30PM — 1:30PM]

Wrap up your visit by walking the land, guided by the rhythm and history of our vibrant and sacred grounds. Discover the natural beauty and tranquility of The Southwest Sanctuary –from ancient cottonwood trees, 8000-year-old petroglyphs, labyrinths, and energizing landscapes perfect for reflection and connection.

Unlimited Magic! Magical Sundays Fall 2024 Pass.

“This is the best Sunday Church experience for me: nature, exploration, community, and renewal.” – Mike

For just $159, enjoy Magical Sundays all Fall, plus August free! Your pass includes brunch, live music, nature walks, and spiritual workshops with Master Mingtong Gu and other renowned teachers. Attend any or all sessions, with the cost as low as $13 per session.

Incredible Benefits:

  • Value: Attend more, pay less—just $13 per session if you attend all.
  • Community: Join a vibrant community for personal and collective growth.
  • New Traditions: Create routines that recharge and nurture your soul.

Get Your Pass: Click Here or call T’ai at 505-470-1620

Upcoming Sessions

Nov.

24

Tracee Stanley

Speaker

Tracee Stanley is the author of the bestselling book Radiant Rest: Yoga Nidra for Deep…

…Relaxation and Awakened Clarity and The Luminous Self: Sacred Yogic Practices & Rituals to Remember Who You Are – (Shambhala Publications).

Tracee is the founder of Empowered Life Circle, a sacred community and portal of practices, rituals, and Tantric teachings inspired by more than 28 years of studentship in Sri Vidya Tantra and the teachings of the Himalayan Masters.

As a post lineage teacher, Tracee is devoted to sharing the wisdom of yoga nidra, rest, meditation, self-inquiry, nature as a teacher, and ancestor reverence. Tracee holds certificates from Pacifica Graduate Institute in Advanced Eco-Therapy, New Thinking, Best Practices, and Emerging Modalities and a certificate in Advanced Ecopsychology.

Tracee is gifted in illuminating the magic and power found in liminal space and weaving devotion and practice into daily life. Find out more about Tracee

Brian Dickinson

Musician

Brian supports individuals in feeling at peace and thriving through the use of sound therapy…

…and herbal alchemy. Since 2017, he has studied sound with a variety of teachers including Grand Gong Master Don Conreaux, culminating in an advanced sound healing training on a Gong Caravan of Peace through Slovenia, Croatia, and Bosnia. He now offers private sound therapy sessions and group sound baths at a variety of hospitals, schools, corporate settings, homes, yoga studios, festivals and temples around the world.

Linling Xie

Chef

Linling is the co-owner of The Southwest Sanctuary. Her genuine care and presence…

…in all things Sacred is obvious in her food. She collaborates with T’ai and Anusha to bring you a nourishing, home-style meal made with love.

[11Am — 12.30PM]

Entering the Winter Rest Portal: Yoga Nidra for Healing and Rejuvenation

Winter is the time for deep rest and rejuvenation. We can allow ourselves to go fallow and experience a grounding and composting that essential for healing and renewal.

We can allow Earth to hold us and, in return, offer our gratitude and love.

Yoga Nidra is a state of non-doing, a return to the true Self where a frequency pervades that is said to be peace beyond words.

In the practice of Yoga Nidra, we reclaim our worthiness and birthright to deeply rest. We can let go of our culture’s transactional nature and allow ourselves to receive.

[2PM — 3:15PM]

Brian Dickinson will offer a very Special Workshop after Magical Sunday: “Nurture the Nervous System Sound Bath”

Be held in the earth, within the beautiful underground Kiva space – while being immersed in peaceful, harmonic sounds of the universe. Upon arriving to the Kiva, a potent nervous system supporting herbal elixir will be offered to allow our systems to relax even more deeply.

Tickets and more info available here: https://www.sonicalchemy.co/events-1/nurture-the-nervous-system-sound-bath-in-the-kiva

Nov.

24

Tracee Stanley

Speaker

Master Mingtong will teach the essence of Wisdom Healing Qigong…

and its benefit for realizing your true potential. He will guide a meditation & teaching practice to reconnect with your essence, rediscover your power, and open the gateway to your greater capacity for health, healing and happiness.

Master Mingtong Gu is the Master Teacher of Wisdom Healing Qigong and the founder of the Chi Center.

High Desert Trio

Musician

Ronald Roybal is a native of the American Southwest. A descendant of Pueblo (Tewa) and Spanish Colonial peoples, he considers his ability to express both sides of his heritage to be a great gift and responsibility.

A completely self-taught musician, Ronald has studied music since his youth and is widely respected as a master performer of the Native American flute as well as the Spanish style classical guitar. In addition to guitar and flute, he enjoys piano, singing and drumming.

Cheryl Casden

Chef

Cheryl Casden is a talented chef who specializes in creating plant-based…

…meals that are both tasty and good for your health. She carefully selects fresh ingredients and combines them in creative ways to produce dishes that are not only delicious but also nutritious.

“Unlocking Vitality: Enhance Your Health, Energy, Sleep, Hormones, Sex, and Brain Power”

August 11th, 2024 [ 11am-12:30pm ]

An inspiring and empowering discussion with Dr. Robyn Benson, Dr. Christi Alsop, and Matthew Moody NP, from Santa Fe Soul Center for Regenerative Medicine.”

May

26

Roadside Distraction

Marc and Paula Rhae Malin have released their latest album, Roadside Distraction, also the name of their band. An eclectic mix of New Orleans influenced jazzy folkabilly blues.

June

16

Master Mingtong Gu

Master Mingtong will teach the essence of Wisdom Healing Qigong and its benefit for realizing your true potential. He will guide a meditation & teaching practice to reconnect with your essence, rediscover your power, and open the gateway to your greater capacity for health, healing and happiness.

Master Mingtong Gu is the Master Teacher of Wisdom Healing Qigong and the founder of the Chi Center.

June

16

Ronald Roybal

Native American Flute and Spanish Classical/Fusion Latin Jazz Guitar Experience a taste of the Land of Enchantment.

Master Mingtong Gu is the Master Teacher of Wisdom Healing Qigong and the founder of the Chi Center.

March

26

Chris Harrell

Chris Harrell is a folksie grassroots singer/songwriter who offers soulful acoustic songs of journey, insight, love, and curiosity. His current gigs include singing for hospital patients with his wife Lisa, singing for travelers on Sky Railway and the Lamy Depot, and especially singing for seekers at the Chi Center! He is a retired educator from NM public schools, living in Eldorado.

March

31

Rick & Judy Cormier

Drumming Circle with Rick Cormier

This session is free and open to the public. Suggested donation: $20

Music by Rick (drums) & Judy (flute) during brunch. Drumming Circle begins at 11 am led by Rick. “Ours is an open, freestyle community drum circle. We are a diverse group of people sharing a common experience. During the process of creating music together, we create community. Our emphasis is on intuitive, improvised, and emotive rhythms rather than rehearsed or traditional ones. We welcome your ‘voice’ in our group song.”

Rick Cormier is the author of the book, “Freestyle Community Drum Circles” and the founder of “Different Drummers Drum Circle”. He brings humor and delight to the experience and feelings of life

March

31

Cynthia Jurs

Begin your day with an intimate breakfast session featuring Cynthia Jurs, a renowned dharma teacher, and author of Summoned by the Earth: Becoming a Holy Vessel for Healing Our World. Dive into Cynthia’s inspiring journey, as she shares stories from her path of sacred activism, and her mission to plant Earth Treasure Vases around the world. This session will not only offer insights into Cynthia’s profound work but also include a book reading and signing opportunity. Don’t miss this chance to connect personally with Cynthia and explore her upcoming retreat at the center, “Summoned by the Earth.”

Rick Cormier is the author of the book, “Freestyle Community Drum Circles” and the founder of “Different Drummers Drum Circle”. He brings humor and delight to the experience and feelings of life

RSVP Here: Magical Sundays at The SouthWest Sanctuary for Wisdom & Healing.

Please be sure to RSVP for Brunch.

Brunch Buffet & Live Music (9AM - 11AM)

Spiritual Presentation/Workshop (11AM - 12:30PM)

Nature Hike (1PM - 2PM)

RSVP Below and Bring Your Debit/Credit Card to Pay at the Door (no cash)

BRUNCH, MUSIC, SPIRITUAL WORKSHOP,  PROPERTY TOUR — $35

$35

$40 for Both

Healing and Spiritual Workshops can be attended in-person or online. Members of QFLM/Connection enjoy complimentary access.

RSVP By Completing This form

By entering your US or Canadian mobile number, you will grant access to SMS text messaging regarding essential announcements and reminders about Chi Center programs. You can opt out of text messages anytime by texting STOP or contacting us at support@chicenter.com. By providing your phone number, you also agree to our Privacy Policy. Consent is not a condition of participation and/or purchases. Message frequency will vary. Message and data rates may apply. (Sorry, SMS messaging is not available outside of US/Canada).

RSVP Here: Magical Sundays at The Chi Center.

Brunch Buffet & Live Music (9AM - 11AM)

Spiritual Presentation/Workshop (11AM - 12:30PM)

Nature Hike (1PM - 2PM)

RSVP Below and Bring Your Debit/Credit Card to Pay at the Door (no cash)

Brunch only — $20

healing & spiritual workshop Only — $20

$40 for Both

Healing and Spiritual Workshops can be attended in-person or online. Members of QFLM/Connection enjoy complimentary access.

RSVP By Completing This form

By entering your US or Canadian mobile number, you will grant access to SMS text messaging regarding essential announcements and reminders about Chi Center programs. You can opt out of text messages anytime by texting STOP or contacting us at support@chicenter.com. By providing your phone number, you also agree to our Privacy Policy. Consent is not a condition of participation and/or purchases. Message frequency will vary. Message and data rates may apply. (Sorry, SMS messaging is not available outside of US/Canada).

Imagine a haven where Sundays shimmer with enchantment. Where brunch unfolds under a sky spun with golden hues, each bite a symphony of flavor. Where live music washes over you in waves of emotion, and vibrant art ignites your senses. Where laughter fills the air as you connect with your community.

Location: 40 Camino Vista Clara, Lamy, NM 87540 (30 minutes from Santa Fe). Click here for directions.

Please be sure to RSVP for Brunch.
We’re going cashless!  Debit/Credit Card payments are preferred.

Magical Sunday Experience Virtual Tour

Upcoming Sessions

May

19

Master Mingtong Gu

Master Mingtong will teach the essence of Wisdom Healing Qigong and its benefit for realizing your true potential in the New Year of 2024. He will guide a meditation practice to reconnect with your essence, rediscover your power and open the gate to your greater capacity for health, healing and happiness.

Master Mingtong Gu is the Master Teacher of Wisdom Healing Qigong and the founder of the Chi Center.

May

19

Chris Harrell

Chris Harrell is a folksie grassroots singer/songwriter who offers soulful acoustic songs of journey, insight, love, and curiosity. His current gigs include singing for hospital patients with his wife Lisa, singing for travelers on Sky Railway and the Lamy Depot, and especially singing for seekers at the Chi Center! He is a retired educator from NM public schools, living in Eldorado.

Rick Cormier is the author of the book, “Freestyle Community Drum Circles” and the founder of “Different Drummers Drum Circle”. He brings humor and delight to the experience and feelings of life

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