As a Bowen therapist I have seen a number of 'minor miracles', but there are also 'mega miracles' as I witnessed in Brazil in 2002 at the Case de Dom Inacio de Loyola... eyesight restored, cancers gone, AIDS disappeared, back pain vanished instantly.

Joao de Dues (John of God) is a trance medium, allowing a number of spirit entities to take over his body during the period known as 'incorporation' and to perform some very skilled surgery. He is known and loved by many thousands throughout Brazil and neighbouring countries.

Some of these operations are 'visible' ones on stage in front of an audience, usually including doctors and other professionals, but the majority are 'invisible'. That is where there is no sign of entry into the body, yet subsequent medical tests have shown the presence of internal stitching.

There is no 'religion' pushed at you, but the atmosphere is one of acceptance and love, laughter and some tears. Visitors to the Casa come away physical symptoms gone, emotional pain eased, or maybe the gift of renewed spiritual awareness — it is different for everyone. Healing is not immediate for everyone: many people stay for about two weeks, some stay much longer, and others return several times.

WILL YOU JOIN A GROUP?

Following my personal experiences at the Casa I have been given permision to take small groups to visit Joao, with the aim of assisting you to find the healing that you may be seeking in your life: this may be physical or emotional, or it may just to 'speed up your life process'.

I take groups from England to Brazil, tailored to suit individual needs, usually for two (or three) weeks. Next dates ...... please ask.

GETTING THERE, AND STAYING

First it is necessary for you to fly to Brasilia via San Paulo or Rio de Janiero. I may be able to accompany you on the flight, and can also make the necessary flight bookings for you. Visas are not required for UK citizens.

I arrange your onward taxi to Abadiania, and book you into a Pousada (a family-run guest house). Rooms are mostly twin or double bedded, though there are some singles. The accommodation is clean but fairly basic. Three meals a day, mostly vegetarian with some chicken and fish, and plenty of variety, are all included, but if you have any special dietary needs you must arrange to bring your own supplies with you.

Wednesday, Thursday and Friday each week are 'Casa days' when Joao operates. I will accompany you her regularly until you are familiar with procedures, and hope to be on hand at any time to answer queries that may come up. The spoken language is Portuguese, but there are always translators available.

Other days of the week are 'free time', generally best spent in meditation, prayer, and light activities (especially for the seven days following an operation). Brazil can be very hot, and during any healing process it is necessary to conserve your energy.

FURTHER INFORMATION

I estimate the total cost at the present time (Summer 2003) to be about £1,200 for two weeks. The earlier you book, the less it should cost you overall - that's how the airlines work!

You can find out more by contacting me direct, or by visiting the Casa website: www.FriendsofTheCasa.org

Once you have decided that this step is for you, I will require a deposit from you, and will send you all further necessary information.

AUDIO-VISUAL PRESENTATION

I shall be delighted to come to your home or other venue to give a presentation to yourself and friends, as per the following 'flyer': 'Spirit Healing in Brazil'