🙌 Miami/Deerfield Theosophical Society ~ A congregational 501(c) (3) non-profit Celebrating 107 Years!
Gatherings are open to the public. We currently hold meetings at Thubten Kunga Ling (located in the Cove Shopping Plaza, in the teal colored building upstairs), at 201 S.E.15th Terrace, Suite 207, Deerfield Beach, FL. 33441, until such time as more people are interested in and dedicated to supporting a physical lodge of our own once again. Programs are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.
SUNday, June 21, 2026, 3:30―5 PM
In Person
“Practical Astrology”
with Lisa Spitzer
Lets have some fun! Astrology is more than your sun sign and every new beginning is a new birth, and can have a chart. Country’s have charts; elections have charts; America has a birth chart, etc. Astrology can offer a lot but you always have a choice, or do you? Come and learn about planets, aspects, fixed, mutable and cardinal signs. All the planets are involved. There are fast moving ones and slow moving ones, and many questions to answer as well, such as: Why do those of a certain generation have so much trouble?
Lisa Spitzer, a New York licensed MSW, has more than twelve years experience as director of psychiatric hospitals in upstate NY where she saw first hand that psychiatric illness may not be what we may believe. She is also a life long Theosophist and member of our lodge, long-time student of multiple esoteric schools, a medical intuitive, and has studied astrology for years. Lisa is currently writing a book entitled “The Starseed Chronicles” that takes place in another galaxy or world. Find more information at https://www.theguardiansofthelight.com/about-starseeds/.
SUNday, June 28, 2026, 3:30―5 PM
In Person
“Paranormal Chat Room”
with Brian Burns
Virtually everyone has had some kind of paranormal experience in their lives. In the past people were afraid to talk about it, but today it is completely open and everybody enjoys talking about these topics whether its precognition, premonition, apparitions, ghosts, UFO’s, spirits, etc. Today we open up this wonderful topic for all people to share in an open, loving, protective and supportive atmosphere.
Brian Burns is the author of Kwan-Yin Heart and other books. He continues to guide and support the lodge as our President.
SUNday, July 12, 2026, 3:30―5 PM
In Person
“Dream Work Shop”
with Brian Burns and Lillian Mayer
Brian Burns and Lillian Mayer will discuss a brief history of dream/prophecy, including main world traditions and their use of dreams, and definitions of traditional psychology vs. spiritual psychology and how they vary. An exploration of psychology as taught by the modern mystic, Gurdjieff will be included with reference to his mentor Sri Madhava Ashish and his guru Sri Krishna Prem. A former president and facilitator of our lodge, Sy Ginsburg, was a student of Ashish for many years and wrote about Ashish’s suggestion to Sy that he would benefit from studying The Gurdjieff Work. Sy wrote about this in a very profound and clear manner. For the Eastern tradition presenters will focus on Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche and the important and unique teaching of Namakhai Norbu. For the western tradition, the focus will be on the Fourth Way, or the Work which is the usual way of addressing Gurdjieff’s teachings.
Attendees will have the opportunity to share their dreams. Insights will be encouraged in a respectful and private manner. Should sufficient interest be exhibited, the facilitators may consider an ongoing dream group.
Brian Burns is the author of Kwan-Yin Heart and other books. He continues to guide and support the lodge as our President. Lillian Mayer is a life-long spiritual seeker; and member of both The Theosophical Society of Miami, and the Gurdjieff Society of Florida. She is a past President of our lodge and continues to serve as Recording Secretary.
SUNday, July 19, 2026, 3:30―5 PM
In Person
“Vehicles of Light: Yoga Nidra through the Lens of Theosophy
An Esoteric Journey into Wakeful Sleep,
Sacred Geometry, and Soul Evolution”
with Swamini Divyananda Saraswati
Beyond simple relaxation lies an ancient, occult technology of the soul. Join us for a transformative 90-minute experience that bridges the profound practice of Yoga Nidra with the timeless wisdom of Western Esotericism and Theosophy.
In this unique session, we reframe “wakeful sleep” not just as a stress-relief tool, but as a deliberate journey through the Sevenfold Constitution of Man to access the state of consciousness spoken of as Turiya.
The class features a foundational lecture on cosmic cosmology and the mechanics of soul evolution, followed by an extended, deeply immersive Yoga Nidra practice utilizing the visualization of sacred geometric thought-forms to realign subtle energetic bodies. We will conclude with a deliberate grounding sequence to anchor expanded awareness safely back into daily life. No yoga mat is required. This is offered as a seated practice in the sacred space of the Thubten Kunga Ling Center for Wisdom Culture.
Swamini Divyananda is the foremost disciple of Sri Swami Vijayananda Ji. She co-founded the Tiruvanammalai Tirumoolar Ashram with Swamiji and has served in key roles for numerous projects under his direction for the past 40 years.
Swamini Divyananda Saraswati was ordained by the revered Sri Swami Jyotirmayananda of the Yoga Research Foundation in 2009. She is an ordained Interfaith Minister completing two years of education and training at the Sacred Journey Interfaith Seminary. She holds a Master of Hindu Philosophy degree from Hindu University of America and has written and taught courses on Hindu Spiritual Care for International Hindu University. A licensed Registered Nurse for the past 35 years, she has served the community in three appointed volunteer committee positions in Broward County, as well as her Neighborhood Association. After completing two units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) with Vitas Hospice and six years of voluntary service as a hospital based Chaplain at Pembroke Memorial Hospital, she is currently serving as an Independent Community Chaplain and member of the North American Hindu Chaplains Association (NAHCA). Swami Vijayananda Ji introduced her to the Theosophical Society in Miami in 1986, and she is now a member of our lodge.
SUNday, July 26, 2026, 3:30―5 PM
In Person
“Dream Work Shop”
with Brian Burns and Lillian Mayer
Brian Burns and Lillian Mayer will discuss a brief history of dream/prophecy, including main world traditions and their use of dreams, and definitions of traditional psychology vs. spiritual psychology and how they vary. An exploration of psychology as taught by the modern mystic, Gurdjieff will be included with reference to his mentor Sri Madhava Ashish and his guru Sri Krishna Prem. A former president and facilitator of our lodge, Sy Ginsburg, was a student of Ashish for many years and wrote about Ashish’s suggestion to Sy that he would benefit from studying The Gurdjieff Work. Sy wrote about this in a very profound and clear manner. For the Eastern tradition presenters will focus on Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche and the important and unique teaching of Namakhai Norbu. For the western tradition, the focus will be on the Fourth Way, or the Work which is the usual way of addressing Gurdjieff’s teachings.
Attendees will have the opportunity to share their dreams. Insights will be encouraged in a respectful and private manner. Should sufficient interest be exhibited, the facilitators may consider an ongoing dream group.
Brian Burns is the author of Kwan-Yin Heart and other books. He continues to guide and support the lodge as our President. Lillian Mayer is a life-long spiritual seeker; and member of both The Theosophical Society of Miami, and the Gurdjieff Society of Florida. She is a past President of our lodge and continues to serve as Recording Secretary.
SUNday, August 2, 2026, 3:30―5 PM
In Person
“Dream Work Shop”
with Brian Burns and Lillian Mayer
Brian Burns and Lillian Mayer will discuss a brief history of dream/prophecy, including main world traditions and their use of dreams, and definitions of traditional psychology vs. spiritual psychology and how they vary. An exploration of psychology as taught by the modern mystic, Gurdjieff will be included with reference to his mentor Sri Madhava Ashish and his guru Sri Krishna Prem. A former president and facilitator of our lodge, Sy Ginsburg, was a student of Ashish for many years and wrote about Ashish’s suggestion to Sy that he would benefit from studying The Gurdjieff Work. Sy wrote about this in a very profound and clear manner. For the Eastern tradition presenters will focus on Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche and the important and unique teaching of Namakhai Norbu. For the western tradition, the focus will be on the Fourth Way, or the Work which is the usual way of addressing Gurdjieff’s teachings.
Attendees will have the opportunity to share their dreams. Insights will be encouraged in a respectful and private manner. Should sufficient interest be exhibited, the facilitators may consider an ongoing dream group.
Brian Burns is the author of Kwan-Yin Heart and other books. He continues to guide and support the lodge as our President. Lillian Mayer is a life-long spiritual seeker; and member of both The Theosophical Society of Miami, and the Gurdjieff Society of Florida. She is a past President of our lodge and continues to serve as Recording Secretary.
SUNday, August 16, 2026, 3:30―5 PM
In Person
“Dream Work Shop”
with Brian Burns and Lillian Mayer
Brian Burns and Lillian Mayer will discuss a brief history of dream/prophecy, including main world traditions and their use of dreams, and definitions of traditional psychology vs. spiritual psychology and how they vary. An exploration of psychology as taught by the modern mystic, Gurdjieff will be included with reference to his mentor Sri Madhava Ashish and his guru Sri Krishna Prem. A former president and facilitator of our lodge, Sy Ginsburg, was a student of Ashish for many years and wrote about Ashish’s suggestion to Sy that he would benefit from studying The Gurdjieff Work. Sy wrote about this in a very profound and clear manner. For the Eastern tradition presenters will focus on Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche and the important and unique teaching of Namakhai Norbu. For the western tradition, the focus will be on the Fourth Way, or the Work which is the usual way of addressing Gurdjieff’s teachings.
Attendees will have the opportunity to share their dreams. Insights will be encouraged in a respectful and private manner. Should sufficient interest be exhibited, the facilitators may consider an ongoing dream group.
Brian Burns is the author of Kwan-Yin Heart and other books. He continues to guide and support the lodge as our President. Lillian Mayer is a life-long spiritual seeker; and member of both The Theosophical Society of Miami, and the Gurdjieff Society of Florida. She is a past President of our lodge and continues to serve as Recording Secretary.
SUNday, August 30, 2026, 3:30―5 PM
In Person
“To Be Announced”
with Swami Vijayananda (Vijay)
Swami Vijayananda Ji along with Swamini Divyananda has built “Bhujageswara Rudraksha Mandir” in Davie, Florida. This serene Shiva Temple is enshrined beneath two Rudraksha Trees and is an abode of peace and tranquility. Regular Shiva Pujas, Rudra Abishekams and Rudra Homams are conducted here under the guidance of Swami Vijayanand Ji. His initial training in Yoga and Meditation was in 1976 with Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in Rishikesh at the foothills of the Himalayas in India. Visit youtube.com/@sivohamtv for a wealth of information.
SUNday, October 18, 2026, 3:30―5 PM
In Person
“TBA”
with Cary Bayer
SUNday, November 22, 2026, 3:30―5 PM
In Person
“TBA”
with Cary Bayer
There is no charge for any of our programs. We operate entirely by donations to balance giving and receiving and to continue our work of spreading the message of theosophy. All donations are tax deductible under the U.S. Internal Revenue Code, section 501(c) (3).
“Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together…” Hebrews 10:25
In-person gatherings assist us in recognizing our humanness, in voicing our needs and coming together in energetic ways that technological ways do not.
Theosophical Society Mission Statement: “To serve humanity by cultivating an ever-deepening understanding and realization of the Ageless Wisdom, spiritual self-transformation, and the unity of all life.”
If you are already a member of the Theosophical Society in America, you can join our lodge. Financial assistance for any membership fees may be available upon request.
There is no charge for any of our programs. We operate entirely by donations to balance giving and receiving and to continue our work of spreading the message of theosophy. All donations are tax deductible under the U.S. Internal Revenue Code, section 501(c) (3).
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Registration with the school is free and you can enjoy free on demand courses with discussion topics, quizzes, and suggestions for further reading. https://study.theosophical.org.
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Virtually everyone has had some kind of paranormal experience in their lives. In the past people were afraid to talk about it, but today it is completely open and everybody enjoys talking about these topics whether its precognition, premonition, apparitions, ghosts, UFO’s, spirits, etc. Today we open up this wonderful topic for all people to share in an open, loving, protective and supportive atmosphere.
Swami Vijayananda Ji along with Swamini Divyananda has built “Bhujageswara Rudraksha Mandir” in Davie, Florida. This serene Shiva Temple is enshrined beneath two Rudraksha Trees and is an abode of peace and tranquility. Regular Shiva Pujas, Rudra Abishekams and Rudra Homams are conducted here under the guidance of Swami Vijayanand Ji. His initial training in Yoga and Meditation was in 1976 with Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in Rishikesh at the foothills of the Himalayas in India. Visit youtube.com/@sivohamtv for a wealth of information.
