WELCOME, Peace, Love & Light to you ! We study and use "A COURSE IN MIRACLES" as our foundation and guide to Spiritual Enlightenment, and Learning the Truth of Who We Are. At WORLD IN HANDS we teach to learn. Teachers and Students are one in the same. As Brother J. (Jesus) instructed. We also incorporate other materials into our studies and conversations to enhance our knowledge, stay current and aware, and incorporate it into our life. A Course In Miracles is a modern spiritual masterpiece, of …

Welcome!  Through Christian discussions and socials, our goal is to help each other --DISCOVER God's awesome plan for our lives. The primary way to do this is to study the Scriptures and learn about Jesus.  "Thy word is a lamp to my feet, and a light to my path";  "I am the light of the world; he who follows Me shall not walk in the darkness, but shall have the light of life" (Ps. 119:105; John 8:12). --DEEPEN our faith. Belief in the reality of Jesus and his teachings dramatically impacts our l …

The purpose of this group is to serve as an educational forum and social network for those interested in learning about and discussing the Law of Thelema, Thelemic Magick, and the practical application of various esoteric arts and sciences towards the evolutionary transformation of the individual, society, and our world as a whole. Although this group originally started as a general education forum about Thelema open to almost anyone, the need for a more focused group of individuals who have ser …

ENTER INTO YOUR GOD GIVEN DESTINY THROUGH SMALL RELATIONAL GROUPS (DC, MD and VA) How to Study and Understand the Bible:  Teaching Series by Pastor, Dr. Michael A. Donaldson Thursday's May 9 - June 27, 2013, 7-9 PM in Alexandria, VA. The Bible is the best selling book of all time, but the least understood. Would you like to learn how we got our bible and learn methods for effective personal study?  If so, then join us for this special session. Topics Include: History and Canonization of the Bib …

Hey there. I'm hoping this book club will fill a gap that's missing in the local book club scene. I really enjoy reading books that are engaging and leave me feeling like I've learned something. I also really enjoy books that help me understand other people and where they are coming from. So I started this book club, which I've named 'People, Places, and Perspectives.' People - personal stories, psychology, sociology, anthropology Places - geography, culture, urban planning Perspectives - how ot …

Like that old, soulful U2 rock anthem, do you sometimes find yourself singing "I still haven't found what I'm looking for," and somehow the song's sentiment connects with your spiritual journey?  Perhaps you feel emotionally distant from the Christian spirituality and Sunday worship you grew up with.  Curious to find out why you’re having these feelings/thoughts/disconnect?  But more importantly, curious if there is a better way to think about, experiment with, and practice faith in the 21st Cen …

We are a group of women with younger children who meet weekly for faith, fun, and fellowship.  I started this group in January of 2011 because I felt the need to connect with other Christian moms in the Manassas area for bible study, encouragement, and friendship! We come from various Christian denominations but all adhere to basic Christian beliefs as stated in the Apostle's Creed or Nicene Creed. We are committed followers of Jesus Christ. If you are interested in growing spiritually with othe …

A study group learning Manx or Gaelg, a Celtic language closely related to Irish and Scottish Gaelic. Our aim is to learn conversational Manx and to have fun doing it. Manx is the native language of the Isle of Man, a self-governing nation in the British Isles between Britain and Ireland. It is spoken by more than 1,600 people on the island, which has a total population of about 80,000. Manx almost died out in the last century but was introduced in Manx schools in the 1990s, greatly adding to th …

In this group we'll be studying the basics of the Cherokee language. Anyone interested in working toward some level of fluency is welcome. We will be using a variety of materials and texts, starting with basics and working up. There is also some good material available on the Internet. A good website to look at for starters is http://www.culturev.com/cherokee/cherokee.html  There are also some good clips available on youtube. It is recommended that you have a copy of "Beginning Cherokee" by Ruth …

Asian American Young Professionals DC/MD/VA is a social-networking group that studies Asian languages, plays games (Mahjong, Chinese Chess, go, etc.) and contributes to the Washington DC area community via volunteer and charity events. We practice the "3 Fs"- Fun, Friendship, and Filanthropy. We also do club nights, happy hours, outdoor events, museum trips, dining out at Asian restaurants (dim sum, sushi, Korean bbq, pho, etc.)- pretty much anything fun. Our goal is to have a fun, productive, a …

Celebrate 2013 with new Friendships ~ Have you recently relocated leaving close friends behind? Perhaps your friendships drifted over time.  Studies reveal women of all ages change friends about every five years.  You may have childhood or long-time friends in your life, but as life changes, so do friendships.  Creating new friend connections is beneficial and critical to our health and well being. Our group encourages members to suggest or host events. We are an upbeat community of fun women in …

The ancient runic alphabet is a powerful set of symbols that can be used for spiritual growth, life changes, general success and healing. The purpose of this group is to explore the 24 symbols of the elder futhark, their meanings, their history, and their practical applications. Avenues of exploration include meditation on the runes, rune chanting (rune galdar) , rune divination and historical references.Historic source material as well as several recent books are used as springboards for discus …

Membership is comprised of Women either in the Information Security field or wanting to enter the field. The purpose of this group is to advance women in Information Security by promoting networking, education, mentoring, resource-sharing, and opportunities. Regular workshops will be offered to bridge the gap of theory and/or minimal hands-on labs from a course you took or self-studying. You will get to learn and practice in an environment of like-minded women. Workshops will be led by SME's in …

The preparation for medical school requires much work and good study habits. It is quite costly to join MCAT prep courses, and while they can be very much worth the investment, getting a group that is focused on such a wonderful accomplishment will compliment any other efforts made in such direction.

Welcome to the Washington DC Medieval Reading Group! What we do: The Medieval Reading Group meets to discuss works of the middle ages.  Our focus is on Medieval English Literature, but we will read various genres, and make occasional pilgrimages to the continent.  The format follows that of "Great Books" Seminars (please read).  You do not have to have any special knowledge to participate, just a willingness to meet the text on its own terms.  All selections will be read in translation.  I will …

Introduction This group explores the intersection of the data revolution and the art of creating value. Bring your inner data scientist and learn how people are not only doing cool things with data, but doing so in ways that help startups, businesses, and other organizations thrive. While we will always have industrial, academic, and government luminaries as speakers, this meetup will not just be about lectures and free pizza (or empanadas as we secure sponsors).  Simply put, we are building a …

"What DID Jesus Do?" was the simple question that started it all! Instead of speculating what Jesus WOULD do, we wanted to study deeper into the teachings of our Jewish Messiah in Jewish custom, context and traditions when he actually walked on the earth. This quest lead us to go back to the beginning and study the Bible from Genesis from the Hebrew root0s settings. We have been learning the Holy Scripture as explained by teacher Tom Bradford of Seed of Abraham Ministries in Merritt Island, Flor …

Are you a Christian? Are you thinking about Christianity? Do you like reading Christian fiction and non fiction? How about Bible studies? This is a group for woman who are interested in being active in book club, making new friends and growing in their faith. This is a group for women who have an open heart and mind for honest, non-judgmental discussions. I recently moved to the area with my family and would love to meet new people who would like to be a part of a dynamic book club! I enjoy read …

The Grace Church Twenties and Thirties (TNT) group is for young adults that are looking for fellowship in the Alexandria/Arlington area. We host events such as weekly Bible Study, Brunch, Potlucks, Happy Hour, and Clothing and Basket drives, just to name a few. Even though Grace Church is an Episcopal Church, we welcome everyone from all different walks of life(Christian and non-Christian) to come, participate and most of all have fun. We provide a safe and open environment for everyone to discu …

This group is for young Christian women in their 20's and 30's who are looking to connect with other women like themselves, and engage in fun activities, such as informal Bible study/discussions, volunteer projects, dinners, movie nights, dance/fitness classes, day trips, and whatever fun activities you can think of.  The goal is to build friendships and develop a strong support network, as we grow in our walk with God.

This is a group to help us get our day started with some walking and talking. Studies show that people who exercise first thing in the morning are more productive during the day and sleep better at night. Also, engaging in good conversation will get the brain going. Studies show that people who engage in social activity early in the day perform at higher cognitive levels throughout the day and are more likely to succeed in their carrer and relationships. Each walk will have a new leader who will …

A branch of the edX Global Community for people who live near Washington, DC, USA! Meetup with other people taking edX courses, have study groups at local coffee shops and libraries, and celebrate your successes!

This is a reading and discussion group for A Course In Miracles held by CommUnity On The Hill, a Unity Church located in downtown Washington DC. The group meets every Sunday morning from 11:30 to 12:30 in the first floor "living room" at First Congregational United Church of Christ, 945 G St. NW.

This group was established with two objectives: 1. If you are Jewish Christian or any other religion and have questions about the Quran then we have open doors and you are more than welcome. 2. To create a community of Muslims in the DC Metro area who adhere or are interested in Quran alone Islam. You can meet and discuss with like minded people, make friendships, attend gatherings, or even help volunteer. Our approach is open minded and non-judgmental to anyone's understanding and interpretat …

Come join us to discuss topics that challenge us to re-think how we do church. First topic is studying Rev. Adam Hamilton's book "When Christians Get it Wrong". Chapters include science, other religions, homosexuality, etc.

This relational small group meet together to have fellowship and learn in small group bible study. We use a variety of formats from book series , DVD series to instruction (e.g. Willow-Creek, Hybels, David Platt, etc). We empower the participants to be a part of the disucssion and everyone has an opportunity to share. The group is limited to 10 people in each location to maximize group dynamics and involvement. Once the group achieves a sustained maximum of 10 people, we open up a new Bible Stud …

There are many meanings of Kabbalah that have developed over time. In a nutshell it's an ancient wisdom that reveals how the universe & life work. On a literal level, the word Kabbalah means "to receive." It's the study of the meaning of life and how to receive fulfillment in our lives. The Kabbalah Centre teaches Kabbalah as a universal wisdom that predates the Bible or religion, and can be studied by anyone regardless of their faith or path. Presenting the wisdom from a lineage of great kabbal …

Let's get together for GMAT Prep. In each meetup solve problems and help each other with tricky problems in both Quant and Verbal Sections. My target is to do the GMAT by end of April 2013 so I will be doing lot of study over next few weeks. C'mon out and lets study together.