About
Join us once again in New York's beautiful Hudson Valley for an immersive and enlightening retreat dedicated to exploring the profound concept of the Body of Light. This unique event offers a rare opportunity to delve deep into ancient wisdom, techniques and practices guided by experienced practitioners and scholars of the Western Mysteries.

The concept of the Body of Light is a universal theme in all great spiritual traditions. In Christianity, St. Paul describes it as the resurrection body which has the capacity to transcend earthly existence. This idea is mirrored in the Egyptian Ka and Ba, the famous Philosopher's Stone of the Alchemists, the Kabbalistic Merkabah, Tibetan Buddhism's "Rainbow Body," and Taoism's "Immortal Body." Across these traditions, the Body of Light represents a higher state of being, unbound by the constraints of physical existence.

At this retreat, you will learn foundational and advanced practices for cultivating the Body of Light, guided by experts in Alchemy, Hermeticism and Theurgy. Experience transformative rituals, ceremonies and practices that connect you with higher states, facilitating profound personal and spiritual growth.
Location
Mulder Chapel
62 Warwick Center Rd
Warwick, NY 10990
Date & Time
November 1-3, 2024
Instructors
Damien Echols
Damien Wayne Echols is an American writer, ceremonial magician, and former visual artist, best known as a member of the West Memphis Three. Echols has authored several bestselling books on the subjects of ceremonial magic and theurgy. He has been featured in multiple books, documentaries, and podcasts about his spiritual works and the West Memphis Three case. He currently serves as the founder and lead instructor in the Magnum Opus School of High Magick.
Katarina Falkenberg
Katarina Falkenberg is CEO of the Alchemical Academy and has studied and practised alchemy for 30 years. She is an alchemical therapist and author with a background in theatre. Her alchemical novels The Alchemist’s Red Longing, (which was awarded the Paracelsus Prize) and The Red Angel reveal the profound mysteries of the secret doctrine. Katarina is also a Gnostic priest, knight and high priestess in the Temple of Sophia. 
Tommy Westlund
Tommy Westlund is chairman of the board of the Alchemical Academy and has studied and practised alchemy and esotericism since 1990. He is a psychosynthesis therapist, apostolic Gnostic bishop, and a knight and adept in the Western initiatic traditions. Tommy is an Order chief in the Rosicrucian tradition and lectures internationally on the alchemical, hermetic and Freemasonic wisdom traditions.
Location
Set amidst the serene landscapes of Warwick, New York, Mulder Chapel provides an ideal sanctuary for our retreat. This beautiful venue embodies tranquility and spiritual resonance, offering a perfect setting for deep reflection and transformative experiences.
Schedule
Friday, November 1
4:00pm - Arrival/Registration
5:00pm - Introductions
6:00pm - Opening Ritual
7:30pm - Dinner

Saturday, November 2
11:00 - The History and Theory of the Body of Light
12:30 - Lunch
1:30 - Egyptian Alchemy: Theory and Practice
3:30 - Break (20 min)
4:00 - The Chi Force
6:30 - Dinner

Sunday, November 3
11:00 - Destillatio & the Alchemical Fountain
1:00 - Lunch
2:00 - Inner Plane Work
3:30 - Break (30 min)
4:00 - The Astral body and the Alchemical Wedding of Transfiguration.
5:30 - Break 15 min
5:45 - Q&A
6:30 - Closing Ritual
7:30 - Dinner
8:15 - Depart
What's included
- In-person participation in all classes, rituals, lectures and exercises

- Meals provided (3 dinners and 2 lunches)

- Access to a video recording of the event

What's not included
- Lodgings/Accommodations

- Airport transfers

- Transportation
 Magnum Opus Retreats 
We look forward to hosting you!
For any questions, please contact us at [email protected]
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