DEVELOPMENT CIRCLES 2026

NDE: Near Death Experiences Development Circle ~ 1st Thursday of every month ~ a monthly discussion group (details below)

• Cost $15 Register at gatewaycentrecalgary@gmail.com

• Facilitator: Joanne Rogers

Let’s Talk Miracles ~ 2nd Thursday of every month ~ a monthly discussion group (details below)

• Cost $15 Register at gatewaycentrecalgary@gmail.com

• Facilitator: Janyce Konkin

Opening the Channel~ 3rd Thursday of every month ~ a monthly mediumship development group (details below)

• Cost $15 Register at gatewaycentrecalgary@gmail.com

• Facilitators: Janyce Konkin, Deanna Strandquist

Healing Drum Circle ~ 4th Thursday of every month ~ a monthly gathering (details below)

• Cost $15 Register at gatewaycentrecalgary@gmail.com

• Facilitator: Deanna Strandquist

Progressive Development Circle ~ Ryan Nordlund- every Tuesday 1:00 - 2:30pm starting Sep 15

• mediumship development ~ intermediate to advanced

• Cost $15 per session Register at gatewaycentrecalgary@gmail.com

Trance Mediumship Workshop ~ Sarah Newman, and Special Guest: Arlene Mills from Victoria, BC

Sat-Sun November 21-22, 2026 Time: 11:00 - 4:00pm

• This workshop will guide you from light to deep trance states while revealing how flow states, brainwaves, and altered consciousness connects to mediumistic practice.

• Cost $120 for both days, $70 for first day; Register at gatewaycentrecalgary@gmail.com (details below)

Chakra Dance Circle ~ monthly fitness - Wednesday 7:00 -8:30pm (details below)

• Facilitator: Elena Kolesnikova

Psychometry Development Circle ~ Learning to read the energy of objects

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 Time: 7:00 - 8:30pm (details below)

• Facilitator: Janyce Konkin, Marie Lamoureux

• Cost $15 Register at gatewaycentrecalgary@gmail.com

FOR MORE DETAILS AND TO REGISTER, SEE POSTERS BELOW

Psychometry: Learning to Read the Energy of Objects

Ordinary Objects can hold extraordinary memories.

Join us for a hands on evening exploring psychometry - the art of sensing the energy of objects.

In this event you will learn how to become receptive to impressions, interpret what you receive, and practice techniques to deepen your sensitivity.

✨ What you’ll experience:

• Guided exercises to awaken intuitive perception

• Practice reading the energy of personal items

• Sharing and discussion in a supportive circle

• No prior experience required—just bring an open mind and a small personal object

Discover how energy connects us through the things we hold dear.

Register in advance: gatewaycentrecalgary@gmail.com

Cost $15

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

7:00 - 8:30pm

Let’s Talk Miracles ~ a monthly discussion group

Share experiences, stories, and those moments that make you wonder, “How did that happen?”

This is a place to explore what lies beyond the ordinary, where all can share openly, respectfully, without judgement.

You don’t have to have a dramatic experience to participate. You can simply be curious, ask questions, listen, or share.

• Cost $15 Register at gatewaycentrecalgary@gmail.com

• Starting Thursday, October 8th

• Class Dates:

  • October 8

  • November 12

  • December 10

Opening the Channel ~ Development Circle for experienced mediums

A monthly mediumship development circle for experienced mediums who want to strengthen their awareness, trust their connections and explore their abilities more deeply. We will explore the philosophy behind mediumship, not just the performance: ethical, evidential, and spiritual foundations of true mediumship; open discussion where mediums can learn together. This is a guided development circle where mediums can learn through:

• Watching curated teachings (Silver Birch, Helen DaVita, other educators)

• Discussing real mediumship issues: ethics, evidence, spiritual law

• Exploring mistakes, misconceptions, and best practices

• Strengthening spiritual foundations rather than performance habits

• Reconnecting mediumship to service, humility, and truth

Opening the Channel - “Deepen your Spiritual Connection”

Ask the BIGGER QUESTIONS:

• “What is the true purpose of mediumship?”

• “What responsibilities do mediums have to the public?”

• “How do we distinguish spiritual truth from personal belief?”

Register in advance: gatewaycentrecalgary@gmail.com

Cost $15

Third Thursday of the month starting October 15th

Dates:

• October 15

• November 19

• December 17

Near-Death Experience Development Circle

What happens when consciousness moves beyond the physical? Join us as we explore near-death experiences, stories of what lies beyond, and the profound questions they awaken about consciousness, life, death, and what may come next. Come curious, open-minded, and ready to explore the unknown.

NEAR-DEATH EXPERIENCES — AND WHAT’S BEYOND?

What happens when consciousness moves beyond the physical?

Join us at Gateway Centre for our Near-Death Experience Development Circle, where we’ll explore powerful NDE stories, experiences of what may lie beyond, and the deeper questions they awaken about consciousness, life, death, and what comes next.

• Come curious.

• Come open-minded.

• Come ready to explore the unknown.

Whether you’ve experienced something yourself, have questions about what happens after death, or simply feel drawn to the mystery of consciousness — there is a place for you in the circle.

Gateway Centre — opening the door to deeper exploration. What do you believe lies beyond?

Register in advance: gatewaycentrecalgary@gmail.com

Cost $15

First Thursday of the month starting October 1st

Dates:

• October 1

• November 5

• December 3

  
  
  

Healing Drum Circle

This fall, Gateway Spiritual Community is launching a monthly Drum Circle — a welcoming space to experience rhythm, connection, creativity and community.

You don’t need to be a musician.

You don’t need to know how to drum.

Come as you are — and discover what happens when we find the rhythm together.

Monthly circle - all are welcome!

Class Dates:

• October 22

• November 26

• December 24?

✨ What if you could learn to listen beyond the ordinary? ✨

There is more to mediumship than receiving messages. It begins with learning to sit in the power, trust your awareness, recognize Spirit, and deepen your connection with your guides.

🌙 Mediumship Circle
Tuesday - weekly development circle for intermediate to advanced skill level
1:00–2:30 PM
$15/week

Registration 📧 gatewaycentrecalgary@gmail.com

Come curious. Come open.
See what unfolds when you listen within. ✨

Coordinator: Ryan Nordlund

Awareness, Blending and Spirit - Trance Mediumship Workshop

Trance is a refined aspect of mediumship, which influences our spirituality, as well as our messages from loved ones and the spirit world.

• This altered state can be a very powerful  partner of mediumship,

• It has the ability to bring forward the pure essence of the spirit communicator. 

• Trance can also sharpen the communication skills for mediumship.

• The presence of a  loved one, plus evidence will bring greater comfort for the sitter. 

  If you are interested in Trance and wish to enhance your mediumship skills, to push away boundaries of  limitation,

  Please join Colleen Smith for this exciting intensive workshop

Development Circle Guidelines :

Greetings to all Circle leaders and Circle participants/members at Gateway Centre and Calgary Spiritualist Church: 

1) Circle Fees:

• As stated above

2) Circle start time is as noted above – please arrive prior to the start times as door will be locked it begins 

Thank you.

Why attend a Development Circle?

• It creates a common ground with others, creating a nurturing and stable environment.

• It offers the opportunity to share experiences.

• It helps create discipline.

• It offers an opportunity to assist in the development of others' mediumship, while working toward your own.

• It offers an excellent support group.

• It offers the assistance of a teacher who can guide you in your development.

Additional Reading:

The Development Circle

Intent of Development and circle format.

Developing Mediumship

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