The 2025 Fall Equinox Symposium topics are below -

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The Mirror with Grand Master Julie Scott

According to the Rosicrucian teachings, all life—our lives included—acts as a dynamic mirror through which the Divine continuously observes and understands Itself. This ancient idea, rooted in mysticism and echoed in modern consciousness studies, invites profound reflection on the nature of perception and existence. In this presentation, Grand Master Julie Scott will guide us in exploring the philosophical and scientific implications of this concept, including the distinction between actuality—the underlying vibratory structure of the universe—and reality—the filtered version we perceive through our senses and cognitive frameworks. Together, we will examine how consciousness, perception, and cosmic law interplay in shaping the mirror of life.

Scientific Evidence for the Existence of the Soul with Julian Johnson
For centuries, the enigma of consciousness and the possibility of a soul independent from the brain have captivated both philosophers and scientists alike. In this presentation, we will review scientific evidence that challenges the conventional neurobiological perspective, which holds that consciousness is exclusively a product of brain activity. Drawing from a range of interdisciplinary studies, we will look at findings that provide compelling evidence for the existence of an immaterial aspect of self and consciousness, usually referred to as the Soul, that transcends the physical boundaries of the brain.

Alchemical Symbols and the Language of Science and Mysticism with Ingrid Young

During the 16th and 17th Centuries, mystics and Rosicrucian adepts used the enigmatic language of alchemical symbols to reveal the secrets of nature to those who sought a deeper understanding of the cosmos both within and outside of themselves. Great minds like Robert Fludd, Robert Boyle, Benjamin Franklin, and Isaac Newton did not call themselves scientists but rather natural philosophers--those who sought to reveal the secrets of nature through their own connection with Cosmic laws and principles. Often described as the precursor to modern chemistry, alchemy was much more than a literal search for converting base metal into gold; nor was it simply a means of reducing plant matter into medicinal elixirs and tinctures. In this presentation by Ingrid Young, discover the meaning of such symbols as the philosopher's stone, the elixir of life, and the AZOTH. Uncover the meaning of phrases such as Ora et Labora, the Great Work, and "the rubification of the soul."  Learn why alchemy was once considered a sacred path that had to be kept hidden from the curious, why later scientists scoffed at its value, and how today, we have embraced a greater mystical understanding of what was once considered the secret art. 

Emulating the Cosmic and the Ancient Egyptian Royal Cubit with Hugh McCague

The Rosicrucian studies and exercises allow us to experience and apply the underlying unity of art, science, and mysticism. A key is that the experience of the consciousness of the Cosmic, the universal intelligence, is a realization of all in an integrated and unified manner. As an example, we will explore the scientific, mathematical, technological, artistic, ceremonial, and mystical aspects of the ancient Egyptian royal cubit. We will do so by considering the various Rosicrucian laws and principles applied with this sacred and intriguing unit of measure and the lessons of those applications for our own Self-Mastery and service.

The Nature of Consciousness —Scientific and Spiritual Explorations with Ese Magege

Is consciousness just brain chemistry, or does it point to something beyond the physical? This presentation explores both scientific findings of how the brain supports awareness and the spiritual concept that consciousness is a fundamental, non‑material reality. We’ll cover what scientists can measure, what remains mysterious, and why both perspectives matter for understanding who we are.