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| The Development Circle & the Leader |
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Helen DaVita |
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The Development Circle & the Leader
The ideal organisation of a development circle for the novice consists of several factors. Each factor has an important role which will assist the unfoldment of Mediumship, ensure an ideal environment and provide safety and security to the novice. In reality, many circles will not be capable of securing all the ideal elements of the development circle, but much can be done to achieve this aim.
If we regard a scenario in which the ideal circle is to be created, the first consideration must go to the leader. It is important that they have an excellent understanding of the phenomena of Spiritualism and the ability to recognise the difference between Spiritual unfoldment and the mental changes which may occur within the novice. They must also be able to act appropriately to ensure that the unfoldment process is conducted gently and safely for all members of the circle.
The circle leader is required to be disciplined in their approach and capable of commanding respect. At all times the novices are vulnerable to egotism, over sensitivity, overwork and imaginary or subconscious influences. The leader must be aware of these and how they may manifest within the circle members. The leader must also ensure that all members feel equally important and equally responsible for their experiences - especially as they will all develop at a different rate.
Encouragement by the leader is vital. Apart from knowledge and discipline, the leader must at all times remain calm, firm and compassionate. Novices will unfold their Mediumship with many hurdles and disappointments ahead of them. A good leader can ensure that the novices are prepared and accepting of new experiences and for occasions when development appears to be confusing or slow.
At all times the novices must be prepared to stop immediately, upon the instruction of the leader. The health and welfare of the novices in the circle is paramount, if progress is to ensue at the appropriate rate and level. To this end, it is important that the leader possesses tact and the ability to guide the proceedings along the right lines, whilst remaining firmly in control.
Excellent observational skills are required by the leader and they must be capable of regarding each novice and the circle as a whole. In addition, they should be aware of the subtle influences of spirit operators and when to apply of dismiss their instructions.
The leader should also be capable of ascertaining when a novice is ready to attempt work as a fledgling. Permitting this too soon will hamper the novice medium if confidence is lost, by being put in front of a congregation which may be unsympathetic.
As part of the organisation of the development circle for novices, is that of a recorder. Ideally a person should be present to record the proceedings, any phenomena and the messages received. Valuable information and evidence should be recorded and analysed. This can be achieved by taking notes or by using a tape recorder. In both cases, it is usual to ask the spirit operators for permission to record.
In an ideal circle there should be a Medium present and in many cases the Medium is also the leader. As long as the Medium has the qualities of a good circle leader this should not present a problem.
However, as mediums are particularly sensitive, they are often prone to being influenced by negative people and events and may not be able to always remain cool and calm. This factor should be taken into consideration when organising a development circle and the appropriate people chosen for their role.
The Mediums job is help facilitate the communication of discarnate spirits, to advise and assist the leader with psychic and spiritual matters, maintain the communication links with guides and spirit operators and induce the mediumistic power of the novice.
An ideal circle number is seven and ideally consists of four sitters, the leader, medium and recorder. There can be as few as three sitters and more than four, but a full circle compliment of seven is considered an excellent number. Furthermore, considering that novices should not work for more than an hour at a time, too many or too few in number, would either tire the novices excessively, or not give them enough time.
Each novice should be pure in their intention to develop their Mediumship for the good of mankind. They should be hard working and committed to the development of the circle as a whole as well as their own self.
The attitude of the novices should be without prejudice, open minded and responsive to their leaders, their spirit guides and operators. They must be prepared to be patient as results can take a long time to unfold and it is important that novices are willing to experiment and test themselves. Novices are required to adopt a healthy attitude to their work and refrain from bringing negative attitudes to the circle room, their fellow circle members and themselves.
The circle should meet weekly, in the same place and at the same time. This way the spirit operators will also become accustomed to being present and mentally the novices feel prepared to work. This is an important factor which further demonstrates the need to make a firm commitment.
In summary, the organisation of the novice development circle must be carefully thought through. Each member has an important, significant role and the attitudes required will impact upon the success of the circle as a whole and the individual members.
Helen DaVita 2007 http://www.sensingspirit.co.uk |
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