Visions 2000 Conference
Produced by Sacred Life Association
,
Jacqueline Snyder, Executive Producer
Held at Rainbow Lodge at the foot Mount Si, Washington 3/12-14/95. The conference brought together
contemporary theologians, scientists, indigenous wisdom keepers and various lay peoples to facilitate a bridging of contemporary
and indigenous thought, necessary to the actualization of a global change of consciousness towards peace and harmony between
the earth and her people.
VIS1
- Opening of Conference with: Songs by Billy Sparks.
Introductions of key note speakers, presenters and participants.
VIS2 - Harry Charger, Lakota -
Head of the Fool's Soldier Society and wisdom keeper.
Reverend Betsy Stang, visionary and clairvoyant, founder of the Wittenberg
Center For Alternative Resources. Father Patrick MacNamara, Catholic Church.
VIS3 -Thomas Banyacya, (Hopi spokesperson
and prophecy keeper). Updates on the Hopi Prophecies.
VIS4 -Robert Dean, Ufologist. . Real life experiences of NATO's
research on UFOs as it pertains to interactions with military operations, and a look at history of UFO contact.
VIS5 - Dolores Cannon, noted author
of past life readings and commentary on Nosradamus' predictions.
VIS6 - James C. Davis: Honorary Elder, Yuin Nation, Australia
Traditional caretaking of the earth, traditional laws of conservation. Cross cultural similarities of star knowledge.
VIS7 - Dr. Valerie Hunt: Leading
edge physicist, sound, harmonics, alternative healing and progression of human consciousness.
VIS8 - Don Alejandro: South American
Shaman (Huachupairi). Lecture on healing properties of native plants and sacred ritual. Sacred songs and fire ceremony.
VIS9 - Don Alejandro and the Lakota Singers
Sacred and requiem songs. Not for distribution
VIS10 - Pacha Mama: Sacred mother
earth / giving of thanks ceremony and divination technique of the decedants from the high mountains of the Andes.
Note: Each section is a separate tape.
May be obtained individually or as a set.
Bless The Eagle Prayer Vigil,
(Second Annual Prayer Vigil) - Native American elders from across North America, children representing
the Children's Torch of Hope, US government officials and the public join in prayers for global peace and healing for 30 continuous
hours on the Mall, at the Nation's Capitol. Among the speakers were: Arvol Lookinghorse (Lakota), Keeper of the Scared Buffalo
Calf Pipe; Grace Smith, elder Dine' (Navajo) and Indigenous Representative to the UN Economic and Social Council For Indigenous
Peoples; Thomas Banyacya, (Hopi Elder) and interpreter of the Hopi Prophecies; Corbin Harney, elder (Western Shoshoni), William
Commanda, (Algonquin traditional elder) and Keeper of the Wampum Belts; Harry Bird (Lakota elder) and Leon Shenandoah (Chief
of Chiefs of the Six Nations Confederacy of the Iroquois). Highlights of this special weekend included a human prayer chain
encircling the Congressional Building and The Tree of Peace tree planting. Washington, DC 10/9/94. multi-tape set
One Mind, One Voice, One Heart, One Prayer Vigil - Third Annual Prayer
Vigil. Native North and South American elders, The World Peace Prayer Society, children representing
the Children's Torch of Hope, US government officials and the public gathered to pray for global peace and healing through
prayer and to share their visions for a harmonious and united world. On The Mall, Washington, DC 9/28-10/2/95. multi-tape
set
E.P.A. and B.I.A. meetings: Honoring Mother Earth. Open forum
for Native American leaders and effected parties to converse with various department heads of EPA, Interior Department and
D.O.E. Washington, DC 9/28/95.
Environmental Issues
The James Bay Struggle
Documentation of the Cree Nation's historic and ultimately victorious struggle to halt a major Hydro
Electric Dam Project slated to be built on James Bay, Canada. The videos highlight strategies used to defeat Hydro-Quebec,
in an historic coalition building effort by the Cree Nation
.
These videos have been distributed at cost or free of charge to indigenous groups and grass roots environmental
organizations 18 tape set, Please write or call for detailed list. All tapes are unedited 2 hr format shot on high quality
SVHS. This material is for educational use only and no rights can be conveyed without prior approval.
JBC1 - Odeyak Journey - Press
Conference at NYC Earth Day Celebration. 4/90
JBC2- Cree/James Bay Talk Woodstock, NY Strategies for change.
11/15/90
JBC3 -James Bay Rally at Union Square Park and Rainforest Teach-in
at NYU 4/91.
JBC4 - Cree/Hydro Quebec - James Bay Press Conference, 777 U.N. Plaza NYC Chief Matthew Cooncome, David Brower and Dr. Noel Brown. 3/19/91.
JBC5 - Grand Chief, Matthew Cooncome vs. Hydro Quebec. NY Bar Association, NYC 1992.
JBC6 - James Bay Hydro Quebec Debate at
the New York Bar Association, NYC The historic debate between Hydro-Quebec and the James Bay Grand Council Cree Nation which
many believe was a pivotal point in turning the tide against the mega-- project. 1/30/92.
The Northeast Alliance For James Bay Conference at Cornell University
Ithaca, NY October 4 - 6, 1991
(multi - tape set)
JBC7
- Press Conference and Rally
JBC8 - Opening Session - Steve
Hazzell, Matthew Cooncome, Professor Turner, Winona LaDuke.
JBC9 - Interview with Matthew Cooncome.
JBC10 - Workshop on :Hydro Struggles Around the World. Workshop
on the Legal Aspects of James Bay (pt 1).
JBC11 - Legal Aspects of James Bay (pt 2)
Interview with New York State Wildlife Pathologist, Ward Stone, on mercury contamination.
JBC12 - Interview with Brain Craik
Keynote address by David Brower.
JBC13 - Ian Goodman on the economics of James Bay. Interview with
David Brower and Amory Lovins, Glen Cooper and Family on the Cree struggle for survival.
JBC14 - Workshop on the Dangers of
Electro - Magnetic Radiation. Workshop on the fight of Marcy South (A major transmission line from Quebec to NYC/New Jersey).
JBC15 - Amory Lovins Keynote Address and Presentation on Sustainable
Energy as it relates to James Bay 2.
Exploring New Perspectives
Betsy Stang
in the World Peace Chamber
- perspectives on the meaning of prophecy. 7/90.
OhShinnah - Ancient Uses of Crystal
OhShinnah, a Native American Mohawk/Apache teacher, ceremonialist and visionary describes the uses of crystal in ancient and
present times. 1986.
OhShinnah - Crystal Pathways: The Star way of Dreaming and
Visions. 1986.
OhShinnah - Children of The Starway: An Evolutionary Process.
OhShinnah helps us to discover our vision, how to stretch beyond the borders of imagination
and embrace the essence of "future thinking". (Three tape set) 1990.
David Yarrow - Rediscovering Sacred Space. The Author of
The Dragon and The Ice Castle. He describes the plight of Lake Onondaga and why pollution
can be so devastating as a result of the location of the earth's grid lines. 9/15/90.
Symposium on Regional Activism and Conflict Resolution: Empowering
Ourselves to Make A Difference in A World of Conflict at The Wittenberg Center For Alternative
Resources. 4/90
UFOS: The Reality and the Meaning - with Robert and Cecilia Dean
( 4 tape set)
Topics will include an overview of UFO involvement in world history and a look at modern military involvement,
especially the 1964 NATO/SHAPE studies, and the opportunity for Americans to reclaim their constitutional rights and learn
more about extra-terrestrial contact, by Robert Dean, Command Sergeant Major, US Army Retired, internationally recognized
investigator and researcher for over 40 years.
ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES:
Bioregional & National
Series Produced by James Davis
JD1 - Sara James, (G'wichin spokesperson and member of The International
Treaty Council)
on preserving the Arctic Wildlife Refuge. 1991.
JD2 - Public Hearing with FAA re: Air Traffic Noise and Flight
Patterns over NYC watershed and highly populated areas. 1989.
JD3 - Ward Stone and the Mohawks - A meeting of all governing
bands of Mohawks in the United States and Canada in environmental issues. 5/30/90.
JD5 - Hudson Valley Raptor Center Benefit. Key note speakers:
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Assemblyman, Maurice Hinchey; State Wildlife Pathologist, Ward Stone and bird handling demonstrators
featuring, falcons, hawks and a young condor. 9/29/90.
JD6 - Catskill/Delaware Natural Water Alliance Meeting, Phoenicia,
NY. Forming a coalition to lobby against NYC's D.E.P. proposal to add dangerous chemicals to the water supply in upstate NY.
JD7 - FAA Public Hearing: Statements from municipal government
leaders and other affected parties concerning noise and other environmental impacts of increased air traffic. and the question
of air traffic safety over the NYC watershed area. Newburg, NY 12/5/91.
JD8 - Environmental Ethics, Equity and Sustainable Development, Dr.
Noel Brown. UNCED Preparatory Conference, NY 3/3/92.
JD10 - Ulster County E.M.C. meeting re: NYC watershed. New
regulations and their effect on upstate land use 11/93.
JD9 - Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty Hearings at the United Nations
NYC 91. (Excerpts were purchased from Wittenberg Productions and used in the film Blown By The Wind by Paul Brown and was aired on PBS nationally. Testimony of indigenous peoples affected by atomic testing and
uranium mining. multi-tape set 1/91.
JD11 - E.P.A. Conference on Water Quality:
Addresses problems experienced by small, rural communities in meeting E.P.A. water quality standards.
Representatives of Native American Indian communities, mayors and members of town councils of small, rural towns voice their
concerns. Syracuse, NY 9/14/93.
JD12 - N.O.F.A. Conference - Lecture topics include: Lacto-fermenting
vegetables, introduction to certification, soil testing and balancing, grape production, farm business planning, community
financing for small farm projects and Bob Schumaker from S.H.A.R.E. presents alternative financing strategies. Dreyden, NY
multi-tape set 3/14&15/92.
JD14 - Conference on Sustainable Agriculture: UNCED Preparatory
Committee. 3/12/92.Worldwide leaders in the field present their perspectives.
For more information please email jimcdavis@aol.com or call The Wittenberg Center at (845) 679-9764. Send checks or
money orders to The Wittenberg Center, 17 Jonet Lane, Bearsville, NY 12409
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