Temple Beautiful Recreated

A Hands-On Exploration of Ancient Egyptian Spirituality

Featuring Mary Elizabeth Lynch, Alison Ray, Elizabeth Waitekus, Kathleen Welch, and Matthew von Behrens

Date: 06/07/2025 - 06/08/2025

Location:

A.R.E. Headquarters
215 67th Street
Virginia Beach, VA, 23451

Journey back in time with us to over 13,000 years ago and explore the fascinating tale of Edgar Cayce’s incarnation as Ra Ta in ancient Egypt. The readings weave an elaborate tale of the High-Priest Ra Ta, a former incarnation of Edgar, who brought the people of Egypt together to create “one of the most momentous…periods in the world’s history…” (Reading 900-275)

This immersive experience will transport you to the heart of The Temple Beautiful, a spiritual haven which sought to build a true global community and reveal Universal Truths about the Law of One God which became the foundation for the Master’s teachings. Discover how these wisdom teachings became gateways to a deeper spiritual evolution in which we are still participating.

The Temple Beautiful was a spiritual university where a true education included the raising of consciousness and vibrational healing through art, music, movement, chanting, and the development of intuition as a guide to one’s highest potential. The curriculum – which you will experience during this one and a half day conference – invited the initiate into a direct experience of the Law of One: To know yourself to be yourself and yet one with the whole.

Join us for an enlightening journey where ancient wisdom meets modern self-discovery. Experience the mysteries of Edgar Cayce’s Egypt, connect with timeless spiritual practices, and tap into your own potential for soul growth and healing.

Speakers

Mary Elizabeth Lynch

Mary Elizabeth Lynch, JD is an educator, organization leader, and conflict transformation specialist who serves as president of the non-profit Personal Transformation and Courage Institute. She is an adjunct faculty member of George Mason University ...

Mary Elizabeth Lynch, JD is an educator, organization leader, and conflict transformation specialist who serves as president of the non-profit Personal Transformation and Courage Institute. She is an adjunct faculty member of George Mason University where she teaches courses about mindfulness, resilience, and self-care. Mary Elizabeth is a life member of A.R.E. and has been a student of the Cayce readings for 45 years, in addition to her in-depth studies of other traditions of spirituality and healing, including Vajrayana Buddhism.
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Alison Ray

Alison Ray has been a student of the Cayce Work for more than 30 years and is a Lifetime Member. For the last 15 years, she has worked at A.R.E in Marketing, Public Information, Membership and currently Information Technology (IT). When not exploring...

Alison Ray has been a student of the Cayce Work for more than 30 years and is a Lifetime Member. For the last 15 years, she has worked at A.R.E in Marketing, Public Information, Membership and currently Information Technology (IT). When not exploring the mysteries of the past, she enjoys two study groups, meditation, Tai Chi, and creating jewelry and pyramids. She strives to be a living example of the transformative potential in the Cayce readings.
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Elizabeth Waitekus

Elizabeth Waitekus, a student of the readings for over 45 years, has led workshops on spiritual movement, the labyrinth and Life Seals. She works in the fine arts and facilitates the Egypt Study Group held at the A.R.E....

Elizabeth Waitekus, a student of the readings for over 45 years, has led workshops on spiritual movement, the labyrinth and Life Seals. She works in the fine arts and facilitates the Egypt Study Group held at the A.R.E.
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M.K. Welsch

M.K. Welsch is a 40-year student of the Edgar Cayce readings and an accomplished writer who spent the majority of her professional career in the not-for-profit arena, helping dedicated people engender positive change in the world. Her extensive backg...

M.K. Welsch is a 40-year student of the Edgar Cayce readings and an accomplished writer who spent the majority of her professional career in the not-for-profit arena, helping dedicated people engender positive change in the world. Her extensive background in that field ranges from working for a national environmental organization to public television stations. A lifelong spiritual seeker, she currently serves on the Board of Trustees for the Association for Research and Enlightenment and has written for its magazine, “Venture Inward”. M.K. is the author of the book "Sacred Journey: Edgar Cayce, the Bible," and the "Path to Enlightenment" published by A.R.E. Press. She is co-author of a new book about the Great Pyramid of Giza titled "Pyramid Rising: The Great Pyramid Reconstructed" published in January 2022.
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Matthew von Behrens

Matthew von Behrens has been a student and practitioner of the spiritual guidance found in the Cayce readings and “Search for God” materials since 1989. As a child, he was fascinated by ancient civilizations, especially ancient Egypt. As a teen, ...

Matthew von Behrens has been a student and practitioner of the spiritual guidance found in the Cayce readings and “Search for God” materials since 1989. As a child, he was fascinated by ancient civilizations, especially ancient Egypt. As a teen, just for fun(!) he practiced forming the symbols and letters of ancient languages—hieroglyphics, cuneiform, ancient Hebrew, Greek. When first learning to meditate in 1989 he was very drawn to the music of the harp, and in 1999, a mystical experience while in meditation led him to take up playing the harp himself and volunteering with it in hospitals and nursing homes. Playing the harp eventually led to him leaving behind his old career as an engineer with the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. to begin training in 2009 to become a hospital chaplain, which is what he does today for the University of Vermont Medical Center's Porter Hospital in Middlebury, Vermont—playing the harp for those taking their first breaths in the birthing center as they enter this world, as well as for those taking their final breaths as they leave this world.
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Jacob L. Cooper

Based on his near-death experience and past life regressions, Jacob L. Cooper, LCSW, shares insight about the mystery of life on the other side of the veil. In addition to peace and euphoria in the afterlife, we also experience these feelings in the ...

Based on his near-death experience and past life regressions, Jacob L. Cooper, LCSW, shares insight about the mystery of life on the other side of the veil. In addition to peace and euphoria in the afterlife, we also experience these feelings in the physical world; there is so much more to live for, as we are much more resilient than we imagine. Jacob’s experience provides guidance for others to experience past-life memories by assisting in the development of self-awareness and finding meaning in their experiences. Jacob holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Reiki Master, Certified Hypnotherapist, and specializes in Past Life Regression Therapy. As a psychotherapist, Jacob works with individuals, groups, and families to uncover emotional barriers, promote improved wellness, and achieve resiliency. Jacob incorporates mindfulness and a spiritual approach to focus on the connection between the mind, body, and spirit. In effect, this teaches individuals how to improve cognitive processing and shift their perspective. Jacob is a sought-after speaker on grief, wisdom, and consciousness, and offers meditation and mindfulness seminars to individuals and groups, many of whom have been diagnosed with cancer, developmental disabilities, and those experiencing symptoms of aging. Jacob has presented at the Edgar Cayce Association for Research and Enlightenment (ARE), the International Association of Near-Death Studies (IANDS), The Forever Family Foundation, Helping Parents Heal, spiritual centers, international universities, and public libraries. He is sought after with major media outlets and has been a featured guest on CBS Television, Coast To Coast Am with George Noory, IANDS Radio, The Dead Life with Allison Dubois, Next Level Soul and Long Island’s 94.3 The Shark with Jeffery Wands. He has published articles with Huffington Post’s Thrive Global. He is set to be a presenter at the Omega Institute in October, 2025 Jacob’s seminars promote healing for those grieving, people who seek to understand continuity of consciousness beyond the physical body, and for those with anxiety associated with the fear of life after death. He is the best- selling author of Life After Breath, a memoir on his near-death experience (NDE) published by Waterside Productions. Jacob resides and practices in Long Island, New York. His latest book The Wisdom of Jacob’s Ladder, has become a best-seller and well received. Jacob is the host of “The Wisdom of Jacob’s Ladder” a profound channel available on YouTube and cross platforms. He has conducted interviews with luminaries such as Lorna Byrne, Neale Donald Walsch, Allison Dubois, Dr. Eben Alexander, Dr. Raymond Moody, Suzanne Giesemann and Paul Selig. He provides his own insights from his expertise in working in the mental health field and his profound transformative experiences in his life. He also hosts experts and luminaries on his channel that will help to elevate viewers to higher rungs on their ladder.
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