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The Bells Tolled in Rome – “The Chair is empty!”

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I wrote a different introduction but when the Pope died, early Easter Monday, my theme changed. Early morning Easter Monday, the day after the Resurrection Festival, after the Passover celebration ended, at 7:35 am Roman time, bells tolled the fact all over Rome that the Pope had died and “the chair was empty.” Many people in the world went into a deep mourning.

Easter Monday after the Resurrection is called Monday of the Angels – the angels proclaiming, “There is no death, there is only a passing over” from one dimension (Earth) into another (Spirit). And that death is a Great Adventure! The Catholic Pope, Pope Francis, “passed from this world to the next world, the world of Spirit, going home again to the Father.”

And so, a great event – the Pope (three progressed planets in Pisces) has died. And a great ending of the 2,500-year Pisces cycle (Age) begins. Easter Monday after the Resurrection is a perfect day to die. A perfect day to reinforce the Resurrection teachings that there is no death, there is only a change of elements, a change of location, a lifting up of the Soul into the heavens, into the realm of the Father’s House, a “passing over” – from Earth to heaven.

And so, Pope Francis is home again. And so the bells tolled that day in Rome. And the people mourned.

And for nine days (Initiation) there is a time of mourning and reflection. The Cardinals (200 of them under age 80) have been called to the Vatican to enter into a “conclave” – gathering to make major decisions. And this last, the “conclave, is most interesting. There are two conclaves happening simultaneously this year:

Vatican Conclave to elect a new Catholic Pope.
At Wesak, Buddha Taurus festival (full moon, May 12), the 100-year-old Hierarchical (inner world government) Conclave begins, preparing for the Aquarian World Teacher’s appearance. There are no mistakes or coincidences. The year 2025 is the pivotal year of transformation and change for humanity.

In the Wisdom Teachings we read that as the Reappearance happens, the Master Jesus, from the Chair of the Pope in Rome, will also appear to assume leadership of and to re-inspire, reorganize, revitalize and re-spiritualize the Catholic/Christian Church. So, let’s listen and observe what else of significance occurs in the days and weeks ahead.
“The stars in the heavens proclaim it!”

Aries	March 21 – April 19: You are developing a greater awareness of self as you continue to experience personal, political, inner/outer change. New ideas and revelations appear, coloring your experiences. A sense that a fire burns within, like a heart wanting to give warmth to the world. You feel bright and brilliant. You are. You’re responsible for providing this fire and ideas to the world waiting for inspiration. For truth, too. Are you ready?
Taurus	*April 20 – May 20:* Most likely you’re not going too many places these days. It’s possible your vehicle(s) is/are in need of something – a tune up, a checkup, air conditions, perhaps experiencing breakdowns, battery failure, or flat tires so you can’t go too far. A state of contemplativeness has entered your life and all you can accomplish is gardening, slow walks, reflection and hiding from events, phones and people. You’re a leader whether this is acknowledged or not. You’re in preparation for later use in the world.
Gemini	*May 21 – June 20:* Deeper revelations of divinity are occurring, in day dreams or possibly in sleep, and definitely they are about serving the world. Here is a mantram of intentions to recite each morning in meditation. Visualize yourself as part of the New Group of World Servers, reciting this daily. “I assume a new and fresh attitude of community and hold it during the hours of service which lie ahead each day. I guard with care all thoughts and speech. I call for those I will work with to stand with me and help build the new culture and civilization.” There’s more. When you ask for more.
Cancer	*June 21 – July 22:* Slowly you are building a reputation and gaining strength, courage, self-recognition and achievements as you carefully turn around and re-enter the world. So often you’re hidden under a protective shell for safety and shelter. Trust of others can be difficult. Often you’re working toward goals we don’t see or understand – not until you share and offer them as nurturance, a nourishment that serves others. You’re ambitious but no one can tell. You’re a leader. And you hide this, too. We miss you often.
Leo	*July 23 – August 22:* Restlessness often overtakes the fiery heart of Leos. They have ambitions that are hidden, hopes for recognition they hide too. Leos are leaders and warriors but only after great training. You need a change of environment, of scenery, perhaps a change in friendships. You also need to communicate what you’ve learned to those with curiosity and the ability to understand more expansive heart-centered ideas. In our daily morning meditations we thank our Teachers – past, present and those to come. You are a teacher in training.
Virgo	*August 23 – September 22:* You’re focused on the horizon with multiple goals. You have big ideas, as high as the mountaintop under which the coming Wesak festival takes place. You’re proud of what you know. When using your knowledge with humility, goodwill, right relations and right attitude, others learn from you. In turn you must want to learn, too. The information harbored in your lower mind must be turned into true knowledge, your love into wisdom. How, you ask?
Libra	September 23 – October 22: There’s a sense you must enter just a bit deeper into life, perhaps by contemplating life changes, including the fact of death and dying – dying and regenerating like a phoenix in your most intimate relationships. Yours is the Path of the Harmonizer, going into battle with desires and aspiration, seeking the virtuous way, increasing the demand for change, compelling others to change also. Through harmony, which is a paradox. For rebirth to occur, something from the past must be relinquished. It’s a hurt you hold. It can be let go now. Forgiveness helps.
Scorpio	October 23 – November 21: As we grow older, our true self emerges. This is the Soul part of ourselves, a five-pointed star above our heads, always gazing at our personality selves, waiting waiting waiting. I remember my art teacher telling me, a young art student, “As we age we become more of our rising sign.” I didn’t understand her. But I do now. The inner essence of our rising sign shows us our Soul’s purpose and as we grow in age and experience, our Soul comes forth to direct our personality. This becomes our foundation. We become a soul-infused personality!
Sagittarius	*November 22 – December 21:* You’re proud of your family, history, lineage, heritage, your religion and early education. These constitute your hidden and private life. You are careful with your privacy. Only those you trust may enter and know the true you. Only those you trust can come close. There are people in your life who learn to be trustworthy from you. They sense trust is something based on truth, ethics, understanding and knowing you will work for the good of both self and others. Are you trustworthy?
Capricorn	December 22 – January 19: Be very careful with thoughts, communication and actions. Don’t go too fast. You will miss something. Communication can be difficult and misunderstandings occur – Neptune in Aries is calling you to refine your communication. To not leave anyone out. Begin each day with intentions to think and speak with a loving heart. This cultivates a joy that brings strength, courage, revelations and great creative ability. For gardening follow the biodynamic planting guide. Plant borage, bergamot, edible flowers and a fig tree.
Aquarius	January 20 – February 18: You feel restless perhaps. More than ready to make changes in your home and the way you live and work. You sense a deep need for independence. This is how you must move about in your world. It’s important to be flexible, adaptable and to have mental agility allowing you to communicate clearly to everyone who comes your way. New values, a shift in resources and a deep need for nesting appears. Pray to the devas for what you need. And determine, in advance, how you will participate in holidays with others.
Pisces	February 19 – March 20: As a child, as a Pisces, living underwaters, not understanding form and matter, it was difficult to experience, know, create or even understand solid secure foundations. As an adult, and still a Pisces, a secure foundation is most necessary. However, it’s difficult often for Pisces to build it. Begin by identifying what you value, what you love and need and what is beauty to you in terms of a home, land, village. Gradually over time, you have psychologically become the solid and secure foundation you always sought. Summon daily what you need. Make ready as it will appear!