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As the season of gratitude settles in, we give thanks—not just for the comforts of life, but for the opportunity to grow, learn, and share Spiritist teachings across the globe. Even though this edition doesn’t focus directly on Thanksgiving, the spirit of connection and appreciation runs through every section.
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This month, we highlight the 27th Spiritist Week of the Tri-State, the return of Spiritist Conversations in 2026, and upcoming events like Spiritism in the Arts. We also bring you new talks, videos, and reflections—from the transformative power of thought to the moral relevance of The Gospel According to Spiritism. For a timely reminder of the power of gratitude, don’t miss Spiritist Conversation #28: Grateful for Gratitude.
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From historical milestones to modern insights, we’re grateful to share this journey with you. Let us know what’s on your radar!
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ON THE RADAR
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Quick News From Around the World
- 27th Spiritist Week of the Tri-State: This month, the TriState Spiritist Federation celebrated its 27th Spiritist Week, uniting participants from New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut under the theme “Life Goes On.” The multi-day event featured lectures, studies, and community gatherings across several centers. Learn more at tssfederation.org.
- Spiritist Conversations Warming Up for 2026: Spiritist Conversations will return in 2026 with fresh episodes and meaningful dialogue! The new schedule will be announced soon, but you can get ready now by following the podcast on your favorite platform: YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. You can also find more updates and past episodes at spiritistconversations.org. We look forward to reconnecting in 2026!
- Spiritism in the Arts, Save the Date: The TriState Spiritist Federation has announced its next major event, Spiritism in the Arts, taking place on January 18, 2026. This gathering will explore how artistic expression can reflect and elevate Spiritist principles through music, visual arts, literature, and more. Stay tuned at tssfederation.org for details as the date approaches.
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NEW RESOURCES
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Watch
Let's Listen To It Again:
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Spiritist Conversation 28: Grateful for Gratitude
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Coming Up:
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- January 18, 2026: Spiritism in the Arts (Tristate Spiritist Federation, USA)
- April 11-12, 2026: The 15th Spiritist Federation of Florida Conference: The Age of Christ (Orlando, FL - USA)
- Second Half of 2026: The Joanna de Angelis International Congress (Portugal)
- September 2026: The 20th US Spiritist Symposium (Florida, USA)
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Do you know of an event in which our readers would be interested? Let us know!
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THE SPIRITIST TIME MACHINE
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- November 1, 1890: Leah Fox, American medium,one of the mediums involved in the Hydesville phenomena that occurred in 1848 in North America, discarnates in Brooklyn, New York, United States.
- November 1, 1918: Eurípedes Barsanulfo, Brazilian educator, pharmacist and spiritist medium, discarnates in Sacramento, Brazil. He founded Colégio Allan Kardec, one of the first Spiritist schools in the world, and played an important role in the development of Spiritism in Brazil.
- November 5, 1839: William Stainton Moses, English cleric, spiritualist writer and a prominent figure in the early spiritualist movement, is born in Donington, England. He was known for his involvement in mediumship and his writings on spiritual and paranormal phenomena.
- November 6, 1835: Cesare Lombroso, Italian eugenicist, criminologist, phrenologist and physician, was born in Verona, Italy. He was also interested in spiritualism and mediumship, and he investigated and theorized about these phenomena.
- November 10, 1835: Amália Domingo Soler, Spanish Spiritist medium and writer, was born in Seville, Spain. She is an important figure in the history of Spiritism, particularly in the Spanish-speaking world. Her writings are still studied today by those interested in Spiritism.
- November 12, 1648: Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz, Mexican writer, poet, scholar, and nun, was born in San Miguel Nepantla, Mexico. One of the known incarnations of Joanna de Angelis, the spiritual guide of the medium Divaldo Pereira Franco.
- November 21, 2013: Nilson de Souza Pereira, Brazilian Spiritist leader and philanthropist, discarnates in Salvador, Brazil. Alongside his friend Divaldo Franco, he founded the Spiritist Center "Caminho da Redenção" and the social charity organization "Mansão do Caminho".
- November 22, 2024: Dr. Peter Fenwick, a British neuropsychiatrist and neurophysiologist known for his pioneering research on epilepsy, near-death experiences (NDEs), and end-of-life phenomena, discarnates on this day. Initially skeptical, his perspective on NDEs shifted after hearing compelling patient accounts, leading him to collect and analyze over 300 cases, significantly advancing the field. He co-authored several influential books with his wife, Elizabeth Fenwick, including The Art of Dying, and advocated for holistic approaches to end-of-life care.
- November 23, 1795: Amélie Gabrielle Boudet, French teacher, artist, and the wife of Allan Kardec, was born in Thiais, France. She played a crucial role in the early days of the Spiritist movement by partnering with her husband in the research, documentation, and dissemination of Spiritist teachings.
- November 25, 1930: Dr. Rocco Santoliquido, Italian spiritist researcher, discarnates in Milan, Italy. He was the first president of the Institut Métapsychique International, which was founded in Paris in 1919 to study paranormal phenomena.
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We hope you enjoyed what's on our radar for this month.
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The Spiritist Radar is a publication of The Spiritist Institute.
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