OASIS Institute 

THANK YOU FOR VISITING THE OASIS INSTITUTE WEB SITE

OASIS Institute is a nonprofit, nonsectarian organization formed in 1995.  Our mission is to create a safe physical and emotional environment that will facilitate the well being of people of all backgrounds. Our Center offers a variety of group meetings, classes and workshops that have the intention of assisting participants find ways of helping each other remove barriers to the experience of happiness and inner peace.  

Please explore our site to learn more about our activities, and about other individuals and groups whom we know are helping others on this path.

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We are no longer accepting books.  The shelves are full.  

Please do not leave your books at our facility as we have no way to process them. 

Thank you

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ACTIVITIES CALENDAR

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A Course In Miracles (ACIM) Study Group with Zoom

The next ACIM study group meeting will be held on Wednesday, 04/11/2026 @7:15 p.m. 

Location: Oasis Institute, 4918 Homberg Dr., Knoxville, TN

If you plan to attend via Zoom, please use the link below.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86364140522?pwd=aUJVUk1xWXdwOEsxYjFFZVgyMy92QT09

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A Course In Miracles Sunday Gathering 

Location: Oasis Institute, 4918 Homberg Dr., Knoxville, TN

The next gathering will be held on Sunday, 04/15/2026 @ 11 a.m.

If you plan to attend via Zoom, please use the link below.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86364140522?pwd=aUJVUk1xWXdwOEsxYjFFZVgyMy92QT09

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Constant Creation

Louis-Virie Blanche-a Cherokee Choctaw Blackfoot Afro French Creole Goddess-God child of star seeded love light lineage.  Sharing his journey and honoring various elders and have others storytellers join in as well.  Would you be willing to share the story of your life’s mission or any inspirations you feel appropriate for touching the heart-mind spirits and souls of humanity?!

Louis-Virie Blanche 

954 549 3494 

jahcology@gmail.com

www.constantcreation.org

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David Arms 

Third Thursday of each month unless noted 

Meetings will begin at 7:00 pm 

Location: Oasis Institute, 4918 Homberg Dr., Knoxville, TN

Topics will vary but will relate to empowerment through spirituality, David’s healing techniques and his teachings of his methodology.  You are welcome to offer topic suggestions.  

Sessions with David are available by appointment.  Please send a text to David letting him know what time you would like to meet with him.  

Contact: David Arms (423-754-3909) Janie Lancaster (423-836-0163)

TOPIC: To be Announced

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**New Group**

Je Tsongkhapa Kadampa Buddhist Meditation Group

Every Tuesday of each month unless noted

Tuesday Night, 7:15 - 8:30 p.m.

Next meeting:  Tuesday, April 14, 2026

(No meeting on April 28, 2026)

Location: 4918 Homberg Drive, Knoxville, Tn.  

Contact: Jill Cagney at 908–721–7197   epc@meditationinasheville.org 

Class participation: $12.00

(No one will be turned away for lack of funds)

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Special Class!

 Topic: Toxic People and Boundaries: A Buddhist Perspective

Saturday, June 20, 2026

10:30 am - 1pm

Location: 4918 Homberg Drive, Knoxville, Tn.

What is the best method for establishing boundaries? How can we skillfully navigate those we find toxic? Is there a way to not be triggered? We can find answers to these big questions in Buddha’s ancient wisdom, as well as special methods to defuse these common difficulties, and bring the best possible outcomes.  Learn how to manage even the most challenging relationships calming and wisely.  This class includes guided meditation, talks, Q&A and refreshments.

 The cost is $30, but of course no one is turned away for lack of funds.

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Just Be Cause

Thursday, April 9, 2026, 6:30-8:30 pm

NOTE:  This group is meeting in a DIFFERENT LOCATION in April.

SHANTI DAO SANCTUARY

7317 Westridge Drive

Knoxville, TN 37909

Contact: Linda Purifoy 865-235-0652 or Rose Koziara 440-463-1591.

Topic: The Five Elements of You: Personality, Emotions, and the Energy of Your Life

Speaker:  Moni Castaneda

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Knoxville New Thought Study Group

Mondays unless noted

Facilitated by John Rennie RScP

*** ZOOM Teleconferencing ***

The group meets on Mondays @ 7 p.m. Eastern Time on Zoom.

The Knoxville New Thought study group will start a new book in February.  Our next book is,  Conscious Living – Finding Joy in the Real World by Gay Hendricks.   We will start discussing this book on Monday,  February 2, 2026.  

 For details and to receive contact and Zoom information, email John Rennie RScP at nrandjr@comcast.net.

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**Additional Saturday Group meetings**

Psychic Mediumship Practice Group 

(for Psychics, Mediums and chandlers)

 The 3rd Wednesday of each month and now the second Saturday (beginning May 9, 2026) 

Location: Oasis Institute, 4918 Homberg Dr., Knoxville, TN

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. unless noted.

Must have prior mediumship training to attend.

For information about this group and if you are interested in attending,

Contact: Martha Yarnell 865-214-3069 by phone or text.

Suggested love donation $10.00

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Smoky Mountain Women of Wisdom

Third Friday of each month unless noted

Next meeting:
April 17, 2026

Topic: Songs, Smokes and Stories

No Drumming
Presenter: Debi Thiebeault and Terry Shinn
6:00 – 8:00 pm

Location: Oasis Institute, 4918 Homberg Dr., Knoxville, TN

Contacts: Lisa Mixon at 865-659-8234, or Linda Sammataro at 865-368-2534

Open group format; small donation for meeting space is requested. 

Men are always welcome.

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