RE:  Pushkar Shah, NEPAL – Goodwill Ambassador

This August, marks 25 years that Pushkar Shah continues to travel around the world on a bicycle in the spirit of peace to spread the universal peace message, May Peace Prevail On Earth.

Pushkar has traveled on bicycle 300,000 kilometers (186,400 miles) to spread the peace message in 150 countries!

It is with great joy and honor to have Pushkar visiting, once again at The World Peace Sanctuary.   He last visited in 2010.

Newspaper Article: Pushkar Shah, 2001, Manhattan, in front of the World Trade Center: Sun-Sentinel ( dated June 23, 2002) the caption in article reads: The Day Before: Round-the-world cyclist Pushkar Shah, now in Hollywood, before starting another leg of his journey, is seen in front of the World Trade Center in New York on Sept. 10, the day before the attacks.

May Peace Prevail On Earth!

The post Nepalese man pedaling around the world for peace revisits The World Peace Sanctuary – USA first appeared on May Peace Prevail On Earth International.

The post Nepalese man pedaling around the world for peace revisits The World Peace Sanctuary – USA appeared first on May Peace Prevail On Earth International.

The words “May Peace Prevail On Earth”, resonated with the students and administration. It was a way of sending a new message, other than the one of their war torn history. The relics of which still remain to this day on the school’s grounds. The Peace Pole was a labor of love as much as a symbol of progress and solidarity. May Peace Prevail On Earth can be seen translated into German on the front of the Peace Pole.

This is the first of it’s kind in the town and the intention of the school’s headmaster was to „counterbalance“ the the 2 weapons around the school building with some peace power!

A powerful message from very inspiring and talented students at Innsbruck Montessori in Austria.

Thank you to all who made this powerful message of peace possible.

Möge Frieden Auf Erden Sein

May Peace Prevail On Earth

The post Montessori Students build first Peace Pole in Town. Innsbruck, Austria first appeared on May Peace Prevail On Earth International.

The post Montessori Students build first Peace Pole in Town. Innsbruck, Austria appeared first on May Peace Prevail On Earth International.

Connection to Nature Retreat was created because we believe that it is vital to our overall well-being to connect with nature and mother earth.

It was a day filled with outdoor activities as we embraced nature in all it’s beauty on the beautiful natural landscape of The World Peace Sanctuary grounds.

It was also the memorial of September 11^th—20 years later.  In honor of all the people involved, we participated in a special tribute by having a heartfelt ceremony with the prayers that were offered 20 years ago.  

We also, celebrated the International Day of Peace by having a World Peace Prayer Ceremony as it celebrated on September 21^st, each year.

It was a chockful day filled with laughter & joy and prayers & gratitude.

It was a day filled with sunshine, cool air and lots of love.  

Michael “Pondhawk” open the morning with a guided meditative workshop, through the Sacred Grove that led to the Wisdom Trail.

Ann Marie Robustelli led the World Peace Prayer Ceremony, in which she shared the roll of voice leader with Cristina Reyes and in unison they closed with the Flags of One Family, with founder, Linda DeHart.

Gigi Oppenheimer of White Lotus Grace-encouraged everyone to follow her into the Sacred Grove where she offered a workshop, “Dancing to Nature.”  

We shared a meal and laughter, and stories and were just so grateful to be able to spend time with one another safely outdoors.

To close the day—we danced, sang and played instruments as we danced, rattled and drummed around the fire pit.

It was such a delightful day.

May Peace Prevail On Earth.

Ann Marie Robustelli

The World Peace Sanctuary

The post Connection to Nature Retreat at The World Peace Sanctuary Wassaic, NY first appeared on May Peace Prevail On Earth International.

The post Connection to Nature Retreat at The World Peace Sanctuary Wassaic, NY appeared first on May Peace Prevail On Earth International.

Mario loved the Peace Pole so much. As far as I know, he has helped build more than 70 peace poles all over the Philippines, and I sent 45 of them from Japan. I myself visited the area five times and worked with many people to erect peace poles and hold peace ceremonies.

I was particularly impressed by the Peace Pole planting during the war memorial service held in Municipality of Bauan, Province of Batangas. I received an article in English about the massacre of Filipino civilians by the Japanese military at the end of World War II. My heart ached as I learned for the first time that more than 100,000 people had been killed in Manila alone, and hundreds of churchgoers in Bauan had lost their lives. I left for the Philippines alone with a heavy heart.

Mario has been building a network with many people through peace activities, and this Peace Pole was requested by a non-profit organization that wishes to transcend the pain of war and promote friendship between the Philippines and Japan.　More than 300 villagers participated in the mass, followed by a requiem prayer ceremony, erection of the peace pole, and I gave a speech. Planting the peace pole with the strong determination for peace and the role of requiem had a really deep meaning. When I developed the photos, I found many orbs and mandalas (what looked like mandalas) in the air. Even now, a memorial service is held every year, and the peace pole is working as a symbol for peace.

On the grounds of a Catholic church, a Peace Pole was erected over the un-exploded bombs that the Japanese left in the Philippines. The students performed a dance with the message, “Let’s learn from war and keep the peace” while joining hands to sing a song of peace.
Mario had been interacted with friends who believe in different religions, such as Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, and the Baha’i Faith, and to bring people together in a sense of peace that transcends differences and nurtures the youth. I always found it wonderful to see the tolerance and cheerfulness of people expressing peace with dancing and singing.

At the kidney hospital, high schools and universities, Mario’s network was demonstrated by the planting of a peace pole. Every year, we held a Peace Ceremony and Peace Walk in conjunction with the UN Peace Day. I hope that people will continue to do so after Mario’s passing.

As a Peace Rep, Mario was always very active. He was very practical and showed his appreciation for plants and the earth by planting trees, for example. I also worked with him to teach the children about the importance of nature by planting trees and hiking with them. The peace pole that we built with the sisters who practice natural farming was also a result of Mario’s interaction, and they were grateful.

Continuity is power and treasure! I am deeply grateful to Mario for spreading the May Peace Prevail On Earth message throughout the Philippines, and continuing to sow the seeds of the importance of praying and practicing peace among many people, especially the youth. He is a friendly and warm person who has encouraged, helped and loved many people, and has been encouraged, helped and loved by many people in his life.

When Mario was hospitalized in March of 2020, the Philippines was already experiencing the Corona Virus. His niece Norma, who loved and respected Mario like a father, took the lead in taking care of him, until he departed on the 22nd. She gave birth to her fourth child, a boy, on May 3. His name is Shinjiro Mario. He seems to be a reincarnation of Mario-san. When I first met Norma, she was a high school student, and now she is a mother of four. It’s as if Mario is telling me, “Take care of them!

May peace be in the Philippines, May Peace Prevail on Earth. Mario! Thank you for your support from heaven.

Tomoko Ukai

The post Peace Pole activities in The Philippines ～In memory of Mario Fungo first appeared on May Peace Prevail On Earth International.

The post Peace Pole activities in The Philippines ～In memory of Mario Fungo appeared first on May Peace Prevail On Earth International.

Today marks the movement’s achievement of 3,500 Classic White Peace Poles planted globally with the environmental impact of 35,000 trees planted too.

This decade long partnership has allowed ten trees to be planted on the African Continent for every single Classic White Peace Pole crafted at our Sanctuary in Wassaic, NY. An innovative move on Jim’s part, making sure to help the environment as well as spreading the global message of Peace.

This Peace Pole pictured above is being gifted to Wavy Gravy and Jah Romney along with their incredible staff at Camp Winnarainbow in California. Wavy has devoted his life to creative activism on behalf of peace, justice and good humor and has helped May Peace Prevail On Earth, with Jim Personally, lead many World Peace Flag Ceremonies at the Gathering of the Vibes Music Festivals. Wavy and Jah created and have led the diverse and inclusive Camp Winnarainbow for forty-five years providing a place for young people to thrive, learn and feel. A place where they continue to advocate for a peaceful, sustainable and harmonious world.

This 3,500th Classic White Peace Pole has the Message May Peace Prevail on Earth adorning it’s 4 sides in Chinook Wawa, an Indigenous language spoken from Northern California to Alaska, English, Japanese, Persian, Spanish, Tagalog, Tibetan and Vietnamese. 

This is Peaceful Sustainability in action.

May Peace Prevail On Earth

Link to Trees for the Future:

Link to Camp Winnarainbow:

Link to the Peace Pole Project and May Peace Prevail On Earth International:

The post 3,500 Classic Peace Poles is Equivalent to 35,000 Trees Planted on Continent of Africa. first appeared on May Peace Prevail On Earth International.

The post 3,500 Classic Peace Poles is Equivalent to 35,000 Trees Planted on Continent of Africa. appeared first on May Peace Prevail On Earth International.

It is Scheduled to open on 10/24/20 at 10AM. All invited to join in the celebration.

A few of the Sanctuary neighbors and staff members came together to bless

the Wisdom Trail that was newly installed by Michael Guldbrandsen. Annmarie Robustelli, Michael Mager and Tonia Shoumatoff were in attendance for the blessed event.

The trail has been described as simply “magical” by onlookers.

The Grand Opening is scheduled to take place on October 24th,

at 10:00 am, Please come and join in the festivities.

May Peace Prevail On Earth

The post Wisdom Trail Blessing at the World Peace Sanctuary, Wassaic, NY -USA first appeared on May Peace Prevail On Earth International.

The post Wisdom Trail Blessing at the World Peace Sanctuary, Wassaic, NY -USA appeared first on May Peace Prevail On Earth International.

GLOBAL

We will present on the Peace Stage at the epic Shift Summit & Music Festival this weekend alongside 300+ changemakers, artists, healers, and visionaries. It’s THE event of the year for anyone committed to conscious change. Please Join us on September 21st, Monday at 8:10am Pacific!

At the United Nations

Join us LIVE from the UNITED NATIONS on PEACE DAYSeptember 21st, Monday 11am EDT – 7pm ED

Watch Here

3 Days of Unity and Peace September 19 – 20 – 21.

Watch Here

Happy International Day of

May Peace Prevail On Earth

The post CELEBRATE THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE 21 September 2020 first appeared on May Peace Prevail On Earth International.

The post CELEBRATE THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE 21 September 2020 appeared first on May Peace Prevail On Earth International.

The USA Prayer Ceremony began with everyone walking in a procession to the beat of the drum,  then circling around a Peace Pole which led to the center with another Peace Pole which included the message, “May Peace be in The United States of America.”

Cristina Reyes  read aloud a beautiful excerpt from the book Matrix Meditations, by Victoria Daniels and Kooch N. Daniels.

  The USA ceremony began with a Native American invocation, giving gratitude to the four directions, by Tonia Shoumatoff.

Ann Marie Robustelli,  led the USA  prayer ceremony.

Special prayers were offered to the State and Government officials in Washington, DC.

May Peace be in The United States of America.

May Peace Prevail On Earth.

The post Prayers for USA on Patriot Day, September 11, 2020, Wassaic, NY- USA first appeared on May Peace Prevail On Earth International.

The post Prayers for USA on Patriot Day, September 11, 2020, Wassaic, NY- USA appeared first on May Peace Prevail On Earth International.

Since Education and Peace are woven into the fabric of Montessori Philosophy and Pedagogy. Maria Montessori’s nominations for the Peace Prize twice, it is a natural piece of the school’s curriculum. Having the Peace Poles presented to the graduates is a symbolic culmination of their Montessori education and is meant to remind them they can be, as Maria Montessori said, “Armaments of Peace”. They have been taught to make meaningful contributions toward world peace being “citizens of the world.” 

The peace poles are presented to 8th Year graduates by our Children’s House students, which connects the oldest and youngest levels of the school.  

This year is especially meaningful as our 8th Year students graduated without a formal ceremony due to the COVID-19 coronavirus Pandemic.

This is dedicated to the graduating class of 2020

Thank you to Ruffing Montessori for teaching youth what it means to live in Peace and to be active members of society as global citizens. May you all follow your dreams and never forget where your journey began. You have a brain in your head and shoes on your feet, may you spread the message of Peace to all that you meet. May your love for learning be a quality you never lose, and remember you may steer yourself in any direction you choose.

Congratulations Class of 2020

May Peace Prevail On Earth 

The post Ruffing Montessori Shares Message of Peace with Graduates. Rocky River, Ohio USA first appeared on May Peace Prevail On Earth International.

The post Ruffing Montessori Shares Message of Peace with Graduates. Rocky River, Ohio USA appeared first on May Peace Prevail On Earth International.

To form a new culture of encounter, consciousness and personal growth. Authenticity. Connection. Creational Power. Transformation.

This Ecovillage Castle is a sustainable community or Seminar House that teaches the culture of

Since 2003 we have been designing and animating the “place for encounter and awareness” in Glarisegg Castle on the Swiss shore of Lake Constance. 

We come from a wide variety of professional and ideological contexts and love our diversity. We are united by the desire to face individual responsibility and collectively the questions of the times. 

We create a reality in which new forms of life and encounters can be joyfully researched and lived sustainably. Awareness as well as the spiritual development of each individual and the group forms the supporting ground.

May Peace Prevail In Switzerland,

May Peace Prevail On Earth.

The post “A Place for Encounter and Consciousness” Schloss Glarisegg Steckborn, Thurgau, Switzerland first appeared on May Peace Prevail On Earth International.

The post “A Place for Encounter and Consciousness” Schloss Glarisegg Steckborn, Thurgau, Switzerland appeared first on May Peace Prevail On Earth International.