MANATAKA SMOKE SIGNAL AUGUST, 2002
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TOP STORY EVENT: "WALKING THROUGH DIMENSIONS" Seminar and Luncheon Join with Mayan Priestess Magdala and Apache Sun Dancer Mario 10 a.m. – Saturday – August 24 Razorback Room - Avanelle Motor Lodge Corner of Hwy 7 North & Hwy 70 East Learn sacred knowledge of the American Indian, Mayan and Aztec traditions. Experience the power of the awakening feminine spirituality and begin your walk through dimensions. "Human Beings have the ability to pass through realms of consciousness creating a reality. Through a union of polarities, love-wisdom, induction and deduction, we enter the state of mind-body-spirit into worlds of peace, harmony, and beauty. We will journey into ancestral understanding of self, working with drumming journeys, symbols, sacred math, and dimensional shifts." Magdala, from the Mexica (Ma-skei-ka) is an appointed messenger for the Great Sacred Earth Mother and has a powerful message. Magdala specializes in removing negative energies and blocks that prevent us from achieving life's best. Mario Monroy, Apache Pipe Carrier and Sun Dancer has been adopted by many tribes in his travels as a teacher and spiritual leader. Join in this wonderful adventure of the closing of times. A journey prepared by our ancestors since the beginning of time. Saturday - 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Donation: $25.00 - Luncheon Included Seminar space is limited. Sign-up now! FOR RESERVATIONS: CALL: 501-627-0555 leave name/number EMAIL: manataka@sbcglobal.net
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ANNOUNCEMENT: MONTHLY MEETING Mark your calendar - Sunday, August 18, 2:00 p.m. - Fire Circle at Gulpha Gorge Campground. A couple of surprises and a great meeting is scheduled.
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NEWS: SWINDELL ELECTED TO MAIC ELDER COUNCIL Dr. Robert Tsalagi Digadoli Swindell, head of the science department at the University of Arkansas was recently unanimously elected Vice Chairman of MAIC. Swindell is sponsor of the Manataka America Indian Student Association at UALR and holds membership in other American Indian organizations. Swindell is chairman of MAIC’s Native American Grave Preservation and Repatriation committee. “Bob is a tremendous asset to Manataka and a great man,” said Bill Silver Fox, Senior Elder. Swindell and his good wife, Joann reside in Maumelle, Arkansas. ---------------------------------------------------------------------
NEWS: BABY LUPITA UPDATE 18-month old Lupita Amador, Lakota, of Gravett, Ark. will soon undergo bone marrow transplant at Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Little Rock. Lupita was diagnosed in January with cancer in her liver, behind her right eye and on her spine. With the prayers of many people from around the country and medical treatment, the cancer in her spine disappeared, the tumor behind her eye is reduced to pea-size and spots on her liver are in remission. The family needs your prayers and support. Write to: Lupita Amador, 14425 Joann Lane, Gravette, AR 72736
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NEWS: MANATAKA.ORG WINS HIGH
RANKING With over 500 printed pages and dozens of great stories and features,
Manataka’s website is growing faster than expected. Manataka.org was recently
rated as Number 11 across the web among American Indian web sites. 150,000
visitors were expected to view the site in 2002. With no paid promotion, over
165,000 people logged on by the end of July. If the trend continues, MAIC will
exceed its goal by 265%. There is growing interest in American Indian culture
and MAIC is blessed to provide teaching to so many hungry people. Log on to: http://www.manataka.org
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NEWS SPOTTED EAGLE SUN DANCE CHIEF TO VISIT MANATAKA Peter Catches
(Catches the Enemy) a Lakota Sioux Holy Man from Pine Ridge Reservation will
lead the sacred ceremonies during the Manataka Fall Gathering on November 1,2,3.
A 37th generation spiritual leader, Catches has led the Spotted Eagle Sun Dance
for over 25 years. (See about Catches at: http://www.manataka.org/page150.html
INDEX, MEDICINE LODGE, ZINTKALA OYATE) “This is a tremendous honor and
privilege for all our people,” said Lee Standing Bear Moore. Members will have
an opportunity to visit with Catches and participate in ceremonies during the
event. Don’t miss it! For more info: 501-627-0555 or logon: http://www.manataka.org
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EVENT: FALL GATHERING November 1,2,3 The annual Fall Gathering at Manataka promises to be the best ever! New events and activities are planned for the entire family. Because of the large number of new members, induction ceremonies were shortened giving more time having fun at the Trade Blanket and open-air seminars in the amphitheater on subjects ranging from earth medicine and crafting to language and games. The highlight of the three day event will be sacred ceremonies performed in the Fire Circle, officiated by Lakota Holy man, Peter Catches (See related story above) who will perform the Pipe Ceremony, Fire Ceremony and Naming Ceremony. A potluck picnic hosted by the Women’s Council will begin at 2:00 p.m., followed by the Grand Entry led by the American Indian Color Guard of Oklahoma. Logo on to our website: http://www.manataka.org
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NEEDS: BOOKS AND MATERIALS NEEDED American Indian Education Task Force Needs Books Send American Indian books, tapes or videos to MAIC for use in classrooms and MAIC library. The Task Force is evaluating educational materials to for a new public school curriculum based on real American Indian traditions and values. Send your material today MAIC also needs the following materials: 1. White ink jet paper 2. .37 Postage Stamps 3. CD Drive – generic 4. Lowe’s Gift Certificate for plywood, nails, screws, bolts, electrical wire, lights. 5. Lodge Pole Pine for Tipi 6. Leather Strips 7. Outdoor Cooker Contact Bill Silver Fox at MAIC: manataka@sbcglobal.net
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EVENT: MAIC AUCTION Saturday, August 17 Members will host a fund raising auction at Crystal Springs Storage for the Elder Travel Fund that helps to bring spiritual leaders to Manataka. Everyone is encouraged to bring items to donate for the sale. Some of the thousands of items: Hot tub, water heaters, display counters, air conditioner, wall heater, door mirrors, household and office furniture and equipment, commercial ice machine and meat slicer, computer monitors, key board and mouse devices, Indian paintings and wood carvings, craft supplies, crystals, rose quartz, blue lapis, gem stones, and hundreds of more items. The storage area is located on Crystal Springs Road off Hwy 270 West of Hot Springs. Gates open for the public at 9 a.m.
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NEWS: NEW WHITE BUFFALO CALF BORN It is with great pleasure to let you know that we've just been informed of the birth of another white buffalo calf at the Spirit Mountain Ranch located 20 miles north of Flagstaff in Arizona. Born on July 1st, Arizona Spirit is the third white buffalo to have been brought into this world by the proud mother, Miracle Moon, who is also white. As the white buffalo is so extremely rare occurring in only 1 of 10 million births, this event is something that is truly miraculous. We'd like to extend our prayers & blessings to the newborn and ask that you join us as we continue our efforts to bring about a positive shift of consciousness on behalf of our future generations. To learn more about Arizona Spirit and the Spirit Mountain Ranch, please visit their website at http://sacredwhitebuffalo. Pahana (from: Hill & Holler Newsletter)
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