UPDATED GROUP SCHEDULES as of April 7, 2026**
Check each group listed below for status and meeting times.
WEDNESDAY
Exploring Spiritual Self-Transformation with Theosophical Approaches*
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
NOTE- this group meets every Wednesday.
Location: meeting via Zoom only (if interested, please contact the facilitator- see below)
The idea of Spiritual Self-transformation involves the slow and gradual shift from a conditioned, habitual approach to life to a more actual, real experience that allows a deep inner wisdom to prevail. Further, the Theosophical Society posits that a unified field of consciousness underlies all existence, and that Mankind’s highest consciousness is One, that we are truly a Human Brotherhood. In fact, this is the Society’s first Object: to form a nucleus of Universal Brotherhood of Humanity without distinction of race, creed, sex, caste or color. The process of Spiritual Self-transformation aids us in the realization of this Oneness.
The Theosophical philosophy posits that mankind is evolving in long-term cycles along with all other life forms in the universe. It suggests that consciousness is the focus of this evolution, using a vehicle (the body and personality) during periods of temporary life, for repeated experiences, resulting in the gradual unfoldment of the inner Spiritual nature (Divine Wisdom). This unfoldment, occurring naturally through overcoming selfish desires, is at first happening unconsciously driven by cosmic forces, but after a certain stage becomes a conscious and deliberate process. The Society encourages meditation, contemplative study, service, and self-study for this process. This group explores self-study towards spiritual self-transformation with the guidance of various Theosophical literature.
In the words of current Theosophist, Pablo Sender: Self-transformation involves making an effort to apply the knowledge and insights gained from our studies and meditation to our daily lives. This practice helps us develop the necessary skills to master our thoughts, emotions, and actions so that we are no longer powerless over them. Thus, making an effort to live in a more spiritual manner produces a gradual purification of our nature, bringing our thoughts and emotions into harmony with our spiritual dimension.
Current book: A Study in Consciousness, by Annie Besant (intermediate / difficult, occult)
Future Reading:
Life the Goal– A short, poetic dialog on the unfolding of the Spiritual Self by Juddi Krishnamurti.
The Conquest of Illusion, by J. J. Van der Leuw (intermediate, philosophical, spiritual), with occasional select writings of J. Krishnamurti from his series “Commentaries on Daily Living”.
Each session involves reading and discussion. The participants are encouraged to apply the material to their daily lives through observance and introspection. Each meeting begins with time for sharing personal discoveries from individual work between meetings (for those who choose to share).
Facilitator: Tammy Stefan Shaffer 216-645-1225 (call or text)
Ongoing study group. All are welcome.
SATURDAY
Core Theosophy Deep Dive Sessions*
Time: Noon – 2:00 pm
NOTE- this group will meet on the third Saturday of each month.
A New SERIES beginning April 18
Topic: BLAVATSKY’S DIAGRAM OF MEDITATION a video by Pablo Sender
Come explore the foundational eastern philosophies that the Theosophical teachings are based on. Meet like-minded members and share your interests of this vast subject while enjoying coffee and doughnuts.
These Saturday sessions will follow the format below:
– Viewing of a 45 – 75-minute Theosophical Society lecture video
– A discussion prompted by the video.
The videos and discussions will be directed towards the following core theosophy subjects: The Rig Veda, The Upanishads, Plato, Bhagavad Gita, Madame Blavatsky, Kali Yuga, Lord Buddha, The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Eclectic Theosophical System, Adi Shankaracharya.
Facilitator: David Moore 216-308-4539 (please TEXT only for more information)
A study group of rotating sessions of varying length. All are welcome.
*All donations are welcome.
** The opinions and statements made by all facilitators do not necessarily reflect the opinions and beliefs of The Theosophical Society in America or its members. Please contact the facilitators with questions.