SPIRIT CHAMBER

January 26th

2012-01-27T00:08:00.000-08:00

The medium was seated unrestrained within the open cabinet in clear red lighting conditions.

Witnesses: Chris. Pat. Margaret. Jon. Rachael. Lynne.

The faces (transfiguration) were well defined and clearly presented. Often the energy overlay was seen to cover the torso of the seated medium...then giving the impression of changing bodily size and features. Many faces were clearly displayed...one of them being Rachael's Gran, who was emotionally recognised.

Towards the end of the evening the medium stood up and Heinz was again seen to be standing in front of the cabinet. After about two minutes of stablility the physical presentation became changed and following some adjustment...there was a second spirit visitor being presenbted but sitters failed to recognise them... Clyde was then seen and recognised. As always we wished that Syann and Nick were present to witness this.
Note: Clyde is Syann's primary spirit guide. See the 'Mercury Star' seance reports.

Just before the seance drew to a close the medium again became seated in the cabinet. Margaret's father and mother then appeared, one overshadowing the other. Chris, seated beside her, did not recognise the presentation as being Margaret's parents but was able to verify that both male and female faces were presented one after the other and sometimes blending to be seen as part of one and part of the other. Fascinating!

January 19th

2012-01-20T01:15:00.000-08:00

Jerry was seated in blackout for the duration of three songs. He then sat unrestrained within the open cabinet in clear red lighting conditions for the reaminer of the seance.
Witnesses: Chris. Julie. Pat. Lynne. Rachael. Margaret. Steve.

Transfiguration phenomena as presented through this medium is now seen clearly by every sitter and by unfamiliar guests also. Further, the presenations of many deceased relatives and friends have been recognised by guests as well as by regular sitters.

For a couple of months now, towards the end of the evening, Heinz has stood up and overshadowed the medium...he causes the posture of the medium's physical body to stand in a way that is representative of Heinz in life. Heinz then forms his transfigured face over the medium's own. The effect has not yet been starting, but has certainly been fascinating to watch and has been becoming increasingly clear to the viewer. Last week Heinz presented another figure besides his own...one after the other. This seemed to heighten the experience due to comparison. Two very different figures were presented.

Tonight this situation became changed. First of all, Heinz stood up and was readily recognised as usual. He then allowed another spirit visitor through and before our eyes there stood Rachael's father!

Rachael describes this experience here: http://what-others-say.blogspot.com/ (report dated January 19th 2012)

Heinz and the team hadn't finnished yet though. A further transformation and there stood our spirit friend Clyde! Clyde is our friend Syann's primary spirit guide. See the 'Mercury Star' circle for further information. Pat and I both recognised Clyde immediately and were both delighted to see him!

NOTE: At present the appearence of spirit people is not accompanied by voice. The spirit team are working on this also, but voice will not be trialled until the visual presenations are perfected.

January 11th

2012-01-11T01:15:00.000-08:00

The usual seance conditions for this circle applied.

Witnesses: Chris. Pat. Julie. Steve. Joy.

The spirit team working with Jerry are well established and stable. The transfiguration phenomena is reliable and never fails to please. Just recently there appears to be some developmental changes occuring. The energy appears thicker at certain times during the evening...the 'energy coating' over the face is more active and, well, it appears to be thicker, more dense. There are more faces, that heavier and stronger somehow. Joy, who hasn't been here before but knows Jerry well, was delighted and amazed by what she witnessed. She saw just her father's face at first, but then later in the evening her fathers face upon a standing body appeared, which was impressive.

To explain a little, as best I can, how the 'standing' thing appeared. First...Jerry has a long-time guide named Heinz. Heinz is probably the closest of his guides and is therefore often the one that tries new things. Heinz has for some weeks now been standing up (Jerry stands and his body takes on the stance that would have been familiar to Heinz in life). As this experiment has developed Heinz now shows his own face upon this bodily presentation....so the figure looks far more like Heinz than it does like Jerry. In fact sitters definitely consider the figure to be that of Heinz.

This evening, when Joy's father's face became presented it was as if Heinz was supporting that gentleman to show himself. Chris promptly said "Thanks Heinz! That's really good! Excellent! You're so clever!""....briefly forgetting that 'underneath' it all was Jerry!

Great fun and a really good evening...highly recommended!

January 5th 2012

2012-01-07T01:50:00.000-08:00

Jerry was seated unrestrained within the open cabinet for the duration of the seance. Blackout conditions applied for the duration of three songs, followed then by clear red lighting, so as to enable the witnessing of transfiguration phenomena.
Witnesses: Chris. Julie. Steve. Lynne. Margaret. Pat.

The energy being used this evening appeared notably different in 'texture'. Several sitters commented on this.

At one point in the evening the medium was caused to raise his hands to cover his face...and when his hands were dropped the face 'coating' appeared smoother, thicker, more dense.

Many faces became presented throughout the evening. Some were of familiar spirit visitors whilst others were unrecognised, but nevertheless all were very clearly presented.

As always, although they sit week after week the amazement and honour sitters feel when witnessing the unexplained phenomena of transfiguration never fades.

December 15th

2011-12-16T00:51:00.000-08:00

Witnesses: Chris. Pat. Margaret.

The medium, Jerry, was seated unrestrained within the open cabinet for the duration of the seance. Blackout conditions applied for the first three pieces of music played before red lighting conditions were set.

Transfiguration phenomena was demonstrated throughout the evening. Many faces were recognised as familiar spirit visitors. One of these, notably, was Cylde...who takes centre stage within the Mercury Star circle: http://mercurystarcircle.blogspot.com/

Clyde is not a regular visitor here at the lodge, but undoubtedly has a connection with us and with the area also, as in life he lived nearby in Bristol...so he comes through occasionally to pay us a call. Tonight he raised his teacup and doffed his hat as he sat within the cabinet. He was clearly recognised by both Pat and Chris, who have met him many times now through Syann of the Mercury Star.

Along with the familiar faces were some new ones. It is this spirit teams intent to focus upon the continuing development of transfiguration phenomena and few of the presenting spirit visitors speak. However, unusually one gentleman spoke fairly clearly tonight, although none of us could understand a word he said! We assume that he spoke a foreign language? http://www.box.com/s/b4y0e2blk48ffqufcgf4

Finally towards the close of seance spirit team leader Heinz came forward. He then stood in front of the cabinet...each week he appears transfigured a little more clearly whilst standing. It is the spirit teams intent to enable spirit visitors to show themselves as they familiarly appeared in life.

In always, a fascinating experience was shared by those present.

December 1st

2011-12-02T02:57:00.000-08:00

Jerry was first seated in the closed cabinet in blackout conditions for the duration of three songs (appox 15 minutes). After this the cabinet was opened and clear red lighting set to enable the sitters to clearly see his face and body.

Witnesseas: Chris. Julie. Steve. Pat. Johannes. Belinda.

During the seance many faces became presented over the medium's own. Transfiguration phenomena is fascinating to watch, regardless of whether the many presentations are recognised. However, this evening Belinda, who had never sat in a seance previously clearly saw, to her great surprise, two of her relatives.

On a lighter note Henry (regular spirit visitor) came through for a social chat, his communication humorous and his broad accent added to sitters amusement. Henry had lived as a farmer in Bridgewater. He often describes his adventures as he rode his bike back from the pub...with many a night spent in a ditch!

As always the seance as a whole was great fun and enjoyed by all.

November 24th

2011-11-24T23:48:00.000-08:00

This evening Jerry sat unretrained within the open cabinet in red lighting conditions.Beside the cabinet sat a second medium, Richard.

As an experiment this evening during the opening prayer of intention we invited the spirit teams linked to both mediums to work together for the highest good. *Every seance within the lodge is held on an experimental basis.

These two mediums have worked together similarly on previous occasions, but the seating arrangemnet wasn't the same. On previous occasions Richard has been seated diagonally opposite Jerry, as the result of guidance from the circles spirit guide FC. Sitters had discussed the sitting positions and had wondered whether the two mediums would be better placed side-by-side....so tonight's seance set up reflected their decision to experiment.

Interestingly, during the early development of the Spirit Harmony and Spirit Haven circles three mediums sat closely together, as a result of guidance from FC, in support of development. This worked very well then. So on that basis tonights experiment seemed a reasonable one.

At the start of the evening both mediums were experiencing trance control.
As an observer it appeared to me that Richard's trance state wasn't quite as I might have expected...it appeared to be less deep that usual. Jerry's trance seemed to be deeper, and some spontaneous physical movement was apparent.

As the evening progressed the energy within the room became uncomfortably warm. I had turned the heating off when we entered the lodge. The lodge is a wooden one and although lined with plasterboard it doesn't have much in the way of insulation...and it's the middle of November. Sitters normally sit wrapped in blankets at this time of year. The warmth in the room actually increased and was sufficiently uncomfortable to cause me to put the electric fan on.

Jerry's spirit team normally effect transfiguration phenomena and indeed this was the case tonight. A wide variety of faces were seen, although, possibly due to the heat, some were less clear than usual.

When the seance had closed and we returbned to the house all sitters spoke of being puzzled by the heat that we'd all experienced within the lodge. Richard (a sensitive psychic) appeared distracted by his own thoughts...whether relevant or otherwise I don't know yet. As we sat together around the table I recalled that during the evening I had unusually felt a compulsion to sit cross-legged. To be honest no conclusions were drawn and we remain open to some future clarifying discovery...or otherwise!

November 17th

2011-11-18T00:07:00.000-08:00

Witnesses: Chris. Pat. Margaret.

The designated medium, Jerry, was seated in the open cabinet in red lighting conditions for the duration of the seance. Richard was seated diagonally opposite him. As the evening progressed it was obvious that the energy from Richard was being directly taken and manipulated to support the phenomena being demonstrated by Jerry. Both mediums were effectively blended together.

The transfiguration phenomena presented by Jerry was stable and strong. Although sitters didn't recognise friends or relatives, each face that was formed was different in appearance to another and from that of the medium himself.

Development was also taking place, with Jerry experiencing deeper levels of spontaneous trance.
Heinz (Jerry's spirit team leader) stood up and presented as 'himself'...with his face beginning to become seen, and with the medium's limbs and stature apparently mimicking that of the deceased communicator. This presentation was followed by another. This time the notably taller physical form of another man. Very interesting!

I was aware that Richard's spirit team is proficient in the manipulation his physical form. See: http://spirit-harmony.blogspot.com/ and that his spirit team were probably tonight assisting Jerry's when this presentation was made. We often notice that the various spirit teams within the lodge help each other and one will learn from another.

A very interesting seance with many things to think about!

November 3rd

2011-11-04T00:18:00.000-07:00

Witnesses: Chris. Pat. Jock. Pas. Margaret. Lynne.

The medium, Jerry, was seated unrestrained within the cabinet throughout. The cabinet was closed and blackout set for the duration of two songs (12 minutes) before dim red light was set and the cabinet opened. This period allowed the medium's spirit team to stablise their control. After a further song (5 mins) the red light was turned up and directed towards the cabinet to enable transfiguration phenomena to become witnessed. Transfiguration began to form and was then clearly seen by all those present.

As always many faces became presented. Some of them were recognised by the regular sitters present as being familiar spirit visitors. Others were recognised as being deceased friends and relatives...Chris's father amongst them. The identity of others remains unknown, but as their faces were totally unlike that of the medium himself then their value was appreciated and they were duly welcomed.

Transfiguration phenomena is one area of physical mediumship that necessarily presents within the light. Once a certain standard of development has been achieved, whereby the changes of faces can be seen clearly by all sitters, and where the presentation is sufficiently clear to enable some of the faces to be recognised as being those of deceased relatives, then the basic purpose of mediumship has been met. Often a transfiguration medium will (through spirit guidence) be caused to sit in a certain way, or present a mannerism familiarly typical of the presenting spirit...this to assist recognition.

A thoroughly enjoyable evening.

October 27th

2011-10-28T00:12:00.000-07:00

Witnesses: Chris. Margaret. Rachael. Lynne. Kathy.

The medium, Jerry, was seated unrestrianed in the open cabinet, in blackout conditions, for the duration of three songs (approx 15 minutes) before the red lighting was set and the cabinet opened.

Upon the opening of the cabinet it is most usual for Jerry to appear to be in a trance state of relaxation...however, this evening his condition appeared unusually deep and remained so for an extended duration before his head became raised and transfiguration phenomena became demonstrated.

During the presentation of the many faces, some recognised by sitters as being familair spirit guests and others relatives and friends, there were breaks between. Within many of these breaks the trance condition of the medium again appeared to be more deeply controlled by the spirit team that is usually to be witnessed.

The evening was happily fun filled, with Heinz and Henry both coming forward to chat socially with sitters. Towards the end of the seance Heinz once again stood up within the body of the medium...his appearence and stance being the same as on previous occasions.

At close of seance the change to the level or depth of trance control was again clearly apparent. Returning to his normality proved more difficult for the medium, who appeared to have limited control of his legs for several minutes after closure.

An interesting evening with development taking place within this Circle and in other directions also:

FURTHER ACTIVITY IN THE LODGE!

The report (dated October 27th) is relevant to this evenings seance:
http://mockingbird-circle.blogspot.com/

October 20th

2011-10-20T23:36:00.000-07:00

Witnesses: Chris. Lynne. Margaret. Pat.

Jerry (the designated medium of the Spirit Chamber circle) was seated in the closed cabinet in blackout conditions for the first 15 minutes or so. The lighting was then changed to red in order to enable to sitters to watch the transfiguration demonstration.

Richard, a second medium working tonight (and the designated medium of the Spirit Harmony circle), was seated diagonally opposite the cabinet. His energy was drawn to be used by Jerry's spirit team. Towards the end of the seance Jerry's team pulled the energy gently from Richard, and as we watched, he slid to the floor! This is becoming a party trick for the spirits in the lodge. Richard ended up on the floor three times in seance on Tuesday!

On this occasion the floor light and the ceiling light were used. The floor lamp being placed 8ft from the cabinet with the hood tilted towards it (it illuminates the full height of the cabinet). The ceiling light was also used for most of the evening, although set dimmed.

Tonight the camera was set up. On this occasion it had been pre-decided for Chris to hold the video camera. She is seated about 5ft from the cabinet. During this seance the camera was used six times, being run each time for between 3 and 6 minutes. This timing was 'controlled' by Chris's spirit guide FC.

The combined energy of the two mediums (and sitters) enabled a fantastic disply of faces that presented over Jerry's. Every sitter saw the faces, many of the faces being recognised as being regular spirit visitors, friends and relatives.

By the end of the seance all sitters were excited. The faces had been clearly seen by all. The energy within the room had been outstanding. Both mediums have experience, both allow their spirit teams to take full control. Everyone, including the spirit teams were highly hopeful of having captured evidential phenomena on the camera. Did we get our wish? No.

This has me puzzled...really puzzled me. The problem has got to be a technical issue with the photographic equipment..and therefore it's something way beyond my understanding. It's not actually a huge problem...as all witnesses saw the evidence for themselves. We all know that, even if we do capture the evidence on camera that historically, spiritual photography has not actually proven anything or changed the world...scepticism remains as strong now as it ever has been...probably more so in fact. But nevertheless...and with disregard to its wider value, we as a group would like to capture the transfiguration phenomena that we are seeing.

So...come on those reading this on the www please can someone advise us!
We are using a Sony Handycam. Full HD. 1920x1080. It is plugged into the mains. It is set on nightshot. We are using clear red lighting. We are happy to try other cameras (we can beg to borrow from techie friends) or other lighting (although the phenomena cannot be seen in full white light).

Has anyone else managed to film or photograph transfiguration phenomena using digital equipment?

No worries...we will all be sitting again next week and for a long time to come! The phenomena that we are seeing is too good to miss!

FEEDBACK.

Clips of advice received:

"When a digital processor picks up an image that is replicated in color, shape etc. It is because the density of the particle is heavy enough to be captured. Knowing the very nature of ectoplasm can be either dense enough to touch or witness or less dense that it is like air i suppose, would suggest to me the density of the ectoplasm is not heavy enough or dense enough in particle to be replicated as an image by the digi processing engine. The reason dust particles can be replicated on film or by the processor is because there is density to it by the amalgamation of several particles. I guess what i am saying is not to be too disheartened as the density of the ectoplasm will come in time, the lodge is on the right track and it is just a matter of it all coming together when the conditions are right."

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We have also a SONY Handycam SDR 11 with two speeds : 30 frames/second, and 60 frames/second when on High Definition motion. We use it in HD motion sometimes for the ITC experiment.
Because the Spirit particles are naturally very quick when not slowed down by the thicker ectoplasm, the High Speed and High Sensitivity optical are both needed.

We are also using sometimes a CASIO EXILIM EX-FH25 Camera with High Sensitivity CMOS Sensor that can be set in movie motion. It is still a High Speed camera that goes up to 1000 frames per second. When compared with the results of Tom's Olympus camera in the same area, our CASIO camera has picked hundreds more invisible details... the optical is far better.
The faster the motion is, the brighter the light must be. The CASIO has a program that can set it in constant shutter too.

1) Additionally, we have found, when filming all the sitters in a large room with the infra-red nightshot of a video camera, that the camera infra red was not powerful enough, and needed some extra infra-red powerful lamps in the room. You just need to mask any other sources of light (the small screen of the camera, the witness small red lamp). If you remember, the photographers of the past were taking the photos with a black curtain covering their head and the device ( set on a tripod), a part the objective of the camera...
Unfortunatelly, it is only by testing these things that we can find out.

2) For the transfiguration case, it is another situation : normally you use two dim red lamps, one on each side of the medium, preferably in front of the face of the medium (or slightly on a lower position than his face). The problem is that the red lamps will diffuse and will quite neutralise the effect of the Infra-Red Nightshot motion. You have to experiment perhaps, programming your SONY HDR-SR11 for being more sensitive (there must be a program in the instruction liflet), and also set it with 60 frames/second. And try with and without Nightshot motion.

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Are you using it from battery, or mains? If so is the battery double aa or is one you leave in and charge in the machine itself. Either way, batteries are mostly lithium based and lithium has been an issue when we started filming. Just a suggestion, if you still get no Joy, i am happy to bring my camera up with me and see if it makes any difference. Ok ive just googled it and it is lithium based, this will cause you probs, The LCD screen gives out electromagnetcpulses, be it very tiny but these and the brightness of the screen, no matter how much you have covered it will also be a major hill for the spirit team to climb.

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I used a web cam, to capture transfiguration, attached to a laptop, and was astounded by what I saw when I went through frame by frame....

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September 29th

2011-09-30T00:26:00.000-07:00

Jerry was seated in the closed cabinet in blackout conditions for the first part of the seance before the cabinet was opened and red lighting set.

Witnesses: Chris. Pat. Margaret.

When the red lighting was set transfiguration phenomena was seen clearly by all those present. Many faces became presented. It was rather like turning the pages of a Victorian photograph album....with masses of sepia (red light) toned photographs. As one face blurred another, entirely different, came into clear view.

The spirit team leader, Heinz, then informed sitters that the medium would stand. As this experiment took place the physical shape of the presenting spirit person, Heinz himself, showed us a figure with a slightly distorted left shoulder and arm. Heinz said that he had received this injury after falling from a tree whilst a child. 'Heinz' then sat down again.

Later this experiment was trialled again. This time with another spirit person presenting. During this second experiment the figure turned towards Chris and in doing so changed the manner of presentation. The energy began to morph the full length of the figure and the face and figure took on a far more 'ghostly' appearence. The appearence was more like a hologram than anything else. The figure then became 'more familiarly' presented before sitting down again.

Tonights seance was interesting and much food for thought was offered.

NOTE: As is my habit, I studied the detail of the morphing figure very closely. Although having a far more ghostly appearence than sitters have become familiar with, which may not be to everyone's taste, upon reflection I feel that this form of developmental progress is very much a positive step forward and is worthy of support.
The room lighting may need to be changed slightly, as the red lamp currently focusses on the face of the medium rather than upon his full-length figure. But that's a problem easily overcome. Chris Di Nucci

September 22nd

2011-09-23T00:38:00.000-07:00

The medium, Jerry, was seated in the closed cabinet in blackout conditions for the duration of four songs...the cabinet was then opened. Within red lighting conditions transfiguration phenomena became consistently demonstrated throughout the evening.

Witnesses: Chris. Lynne. Rachel. Pat. Richard.

The faces presented were many and various. Some were identifiable, others are known to sitters as they had been seen before, although their identity is as yet unknown. A great many of the faces were very clearly seen by all those present. Most presentations are seen face-on....so those that are sitting out of line do not see the features (as within the physical world). However, often there is an 'energy fizz' around the head of the medium, which can be seen from any angle.

Tonights demonstration was particularly evidential for one sitter. Rachel was a guest here and had not sat in such a seance previously. She had been told in advance that she might see faces during the evening...or that she may not. She afterwards told us that she had been ill prepared for what she saw.

Her mother, father and other relatives showed themselves clearly to her. Their presentations were stunningly presented and Rachel was simply amazed! She later asked why on earth this reality, that she saw with her own eyes, and that we could also see, was not widely advertised and known about within our world? She was amazed that other people simply don't know about this form of mediumship...this evidence of continuing consciousness after physical 'death'. She has read about Minnie Harrison and the like, but had assumed such things were false as otherwise the world would have accepted the truth of it by now. But tonight, having seen her own relatives presenting the truth of their continuing existence she is baffled.

NOTE: Witnessing Rachel's reaction this evening brought home to me the value of what we are doing within the lodge. She is currently feeling much as I felt when I sat in a seance for the first time. I was stunned, amazed, in awe, hardly believing the truth, wanting and left passionately needing to find out more about it for myself, starting s circle from scratch and experiencing just one small piece of the jig-saw at a time. I needed to discover for myself how such mediumship can become developed and demonstrated. Five years later I still don't know how...but I have seen enough to know it's very real....and seen enough to still wonder why on earth the world is so negative towards something so fundamentally honest and real and valuable. I am certain of one thing. I will continue to support the development and to promote the demonstration of Physical Mediumship in this world for as long as I am able. When I pass on I will kick up so much fuss within the homes of those in a position to bring changes that no-one will be able to remain deaf to the truth!
Chris Di Nucci

September 16th

2011-09-17T00:33:00.000-07:00

The medium, Jerry, was seated in the closed cabinet in blackout conditions for the first part of the seance. The cabinet curtains were then opened and red lighting conditions were set so that witnesses could watch the demonstration of transfiguration phenomena. During this demonstration many faces were seen to become formed, each blending with the medium's own, to present differently in shape, age and personality. As always, this phenomena was fascinating to watch. Both sitters recognised many of the faces that have presented on previous occasions in similar conditions.

As this seance had been held on an impromptu basis the two sitters, Chris and Pat, decided to open the doors to any spirit visitors that might wish to come forward for a social chat. Three such guests responded to this invitation. Jerry sat in a receptive state of altered consciousness for the duration of this communication exchange:

Albert, a miner from Wales:
http://www.box.net/shared/t12n065ao69eh70krvd8

Peter Beckenhurst from the Yorkshire area:
http://www.box.net/shared/pvqsp99rvsqjciugopr4

Cliff, who remembers his friend Stanley:
http://www.box.net/shared/lyzrgrqto902i3eq8aqi

A light-hearted seance that was both relaxing and enjoyable.

August 25th

2011-08-26T00:02:00.000-07:00

The medium was seated in the closed cabinet in blackout conditions for the first half of the seance before, upon spirit invitation, the red lighting was set and the cabinet opened.

Witnesses: Chris. Pat. Lynne. Margaret.

During the blackout period no sounds were heard from within the cabinet area. Sitters were happy to sit and singalong to the CD being played. The energy within the lodge if always a pleasure to be enjoyed.

When the cabinet curtains were opened the medium was seen to be laid back in an unusual (for him) position. He appeared to be physically under spirit control...rather than simply experiencing an altered state of consciousness. During this part of the seance it appeared that his head was supported by 'others' and flopped around upon his shoulders whenever a spirit visitor withdrew.

The transfiguration phenomena displayed was strong, perhaps stronger than previously witnessed. A couple of the faces were almost alarmingly clear in their presentation...the strength of the accompanying personality becoming felt (even by Chris who is about as sensitive as a brick).

At the end of the evening a face became presented towards Chris that was so powerful that she forgot to breathe! The skin appearence was smooth...rather like the Alien posters...with deepset eyes and mouth. The face seemed to 'connect' with Chris and she found herself saying "Heck..I've never seen you look like THAT before!" ...referring to the spirit person (not to be medium).

Frankly...it's the following day now and I remain puzzled by this experience. At the time, I felt that I was recognising the face, but that he had never shown himself 'like that' before. But the fact is...I didn't and still don't know who it was! Ok...maybe it's my spirit guide FC...I admit that this crossed my mind...but at the same time...I am not sure. I asked FC if it was him at the time and did not receive confirmation. I have spoken to FC this morning and asked again, without receiving a response. I can't see why he wouldn't say 'it's me' if that had been the case. I remain baffled. But then...he's a joker and it'd be 'just like him' to leave me 'chomping at the bit'. To a very great extent the Circle was founded upon the strength of my curiosity...and FC knows exactly how to inspire and hold my focus of interest! Chris

All too soon the evening drew to a close. We are already looking forward to the next sitting!

NOTE: Due to a holiday period the Spirit Chamber circle will now be taking a three week break.

August 11th

2011-08-12T00:42:00.000-07:00

The medium was seated in the closed cabinet in blackout conditions for the duration of six songs, before, upon guidance from his spirit team the cabinet was opened and clear red lighting set.

Witnesses: Chris. Lynne. Pat. Margaret.

The witnesses were seated about 5ft away from the cabinet, with the red light placed on the floor between. The red light has a shield that directs the light towards the face of the medium.

During the period of red light transfiguration phenomena became clearly displayed. Many faces were seen, all varying greatly from each other and from the vessel's own. The faces are clear to see....there is no doubt that they are 'there'. The stable lighting is sufficiently bright to ensure that there are no shadows being cast. The faces change rapidly between displays, but remain stable in view for up to two minutes.

A few of the spirit people visually presenting themselves are able to communicate. Mostly when they communicate the clarity of the faces fades. However, a few regular spirit visitors remain clearly presented at the same time. Regular spirit team members Heinz and Bobby being the main two able to do this...although new communicator Frank speaks, whilst his face remains quite stable, clearly also. On the whole this evening's presentations were exceptionally clear.

It should be noted in this report that there are several 'new' spirit visitors presenting. We do not know who they are yet, but the same faces have been seen over the past three weeks and are consequently recognised by their appearance.

August 4th

2011-08-04T23:19:00.000-07:00

The first half of the seance was held in blackout conditions with a medium seated in the closed cabinet.
The lighting was switched to red at the spirit teams request, and the cabinet then opened.

Witnesses: Chris. Lynne. Pat. Margaret. Steve. Julie.

Transfiguration phenomena was witnessed upon the opening of the cabinet, Henry being the first spirit communicator. His face was followed by many and various others, most stable in their presentation and each differing widely in appearence to each other. Syd, Dave's brother came through and was recognised, although Dave was not present. Maurice was recognised by Lynne and Chris. Pat recognised her father.

A new communicator, Frank came for a short chat, as did Bobby and Dorothy. Heinz came through at the end of the evening as is his habit..and he was followed by our 'deliberately mysterious' final guest.

An interesting and enjoyable seance.

July 28th

2011-07-29T00:16:00.000-07:00

Witnesses: Chris. Pat. Margaret. Lynne.

Blackout for the first half of the evening, with the medium seated in the closed cabinet. This was followed by red light and opened cabinet according to the spirit teams request.

The first part of the evening was silent, aside from the sitters singing and chatting together. Energy movements were apparent, with small lights being described by most of the sitters and some fluffy pink and purple clouds also.

Note: The fluffy pink and purple clouds seem to congregate around the corner where Chris sits. This has been noted on several occasions over the years....and Chris herself has always been 'suspicious', feeling that FC (the circles guide) might have something to do with it. Now and then it has occured to Chris that the clouds seem to have some consciousness. This is due to the fact one pulsating cloud has (more than once) come closer to her face, and then upon her request has withdrawn slightly. The mystery remains.

During the second half of the evening Transfiguration phenomena became demonstrated. During this time the mediums face is obscured by energy matter that, through spirit manipulation, causes different faces to become presented. Several faces were recognised by sitters. Other faces were seen clearly, each having constrasting features (fat faces, thin faces, elderly, youthful etc) although were not recognised. Sometimes the presented forms seemed to give an impression of strength of character...as if a powerful personality was present in the room. In all an interesting evening.

Unusually at the end of the seance, as Chris spoke the closing prayer FC came forward and insisted that she ask sitters that have been prescribed medication to ensure that they take it without fail. The closing prayer was then completed and the evening came to an end.

Note to sitters: Whichever one, or ones, of you that have been prescribed medication please harken to FC's advice. The circle is an on-going project and you will all understand that development takes time and dedication. It's such a waste of effort if one of you pegs it! Spirit communicators are readily available, but we can never have enough mediums and sitters!
Chris Di Nucci : )

July 21st

2011-07-21T14:31:00.000-07:00

Witnesses: Chris. Pat. Margaret. Lynne.

The medium was seated in the closed cabinet in blackout conditions through 7 songs...then at the spirit teams request the cabinet was opened and the red lighting set. Transfiguration phenomena was then displayed, this being clearly seen by all witnesses present. The clarity of the faces was particularly pronounced. Many were stable presentations, seen for several minutes at a time. Others were transient, each one following the next with speed, but each with defined features clearly differing from the one seen previously. Fascinating!

Towards the end of the evening a little communication was exchanged between spirit team and sitters.

As always, a very enjoyable experience. Looking forward to next week!

July 14th

2011-07-15T01:47:00.000-07:00

Witnesses: Chris. Pat. Lynne.

The seance began with the medium seated in the cloased cabinet in blackout conditions that lasted for an extended period. This, we later understood, to be due to experimental procedures being undertaken by the spirit team. After about eight songs Henry asked for the red light to be switched on and the cabinet opened. Sitters were then able to see his face presented over the mediums own.

Throughout the evening 'different' faces appeared.....many unseen before. Some were also familiary recognised, and acknowledged. Of these Syd (Dave's brother) and Maurice (known to Lynne) were seen clearly. However, mainly there was new faces, some very strongly presented.

There appeared to be some internal work being processed, with the medium coughing a great deal and also appearing to choke or be close to vommiting. Clearly there was some serious development being trialled.

NOTE: Both during and after the seance FC (Chris's guide) asked that she arrange for a stable group of sitters to become established for the developmental support of this medium. The suggestion is that she, along with Pat, Margaret and Lynne sit as a support group for a period of time whilst the present experimental work becomes trialled. Chris will arrange this.

July 7th

2011-07-07T14:26:00.000-07:00

Witnesses: Chris. Margaret. Julie. Steve. Pat.

The seance began with the medium seated in the closed cabinet in blackout conditions for the period of five songs. The red light was then turned on with the cabinet opened.

Chris and Pat recognised that the energy used this evening appeared different to that used up to a few weeks ago. Last week both saw small ' almost flourescent' dots upon the medium's skin. Also some 'wet' patches around his eyes and nose (which were not in fact wet at all). Tonight these same 'wet' patches appeared and his skin appeared 'glowing' at times. The skin surface too appeared 'bulky'...whereas previous transfiguration has been demonstrated within a sort of 'fizzy' blur of energy....this present stuff appears thicker, more like play doh compared to candy floss.

Heinz, leader of the spirit team, explained to Chris that the energy being trialled is taken from the lower physical regions of the medium and blended with the energy within the room. This in fact confirmed what Chris had decided was likely to be happening.

There were a couple of knocks heard within the room again this evening, one clearly heard by more than two people at the same time.

In all an interesting seance with progress being demonstrated.

NOTE: FC (circle guide) has suggested that Jerry either sit 1:1 with Chris to support his development, or sit alone in blackout conditions for a period of 45 minutes once each week. This in addition to his regular weekly sittings within the lodge. Jerry has blackout fascilities at home and will do his best to sit as suggested.

June 30th

2011-06-30T14:35:00.000-07:00

Sitters: Chris. Margaret.Susan. Lynne. Pat. Julie. Steve. Dave. Pam.

The medium was seated in the closed cabinet in blackout conditions for a period of three songs. The cabinet was then opened and blackout continued for a further three songs. The medium experienced coughing and 'almost like gagging'.

FC (circle spirit guide) told Chris that ectoplasm was being manipulated at this time. FC explained too that the ectoplasm was being mixed with air within the throat and mouth of the medium. It would, he said, be used to coat the vocal cords...and would also become projected, later. Later on FC suggested that Chris look more closely at the surface of the medium's skin...she did so and saw a greenish substance, appearing as tiny pinpricks. FC said that this was ectoplasm coming through the pores of the skin. NOTE: FC speaks directly to Chris ...his communication is not heard by others, therefore this information is not objective.

After the extended period of blackout red lighting became set. Transfiguraiton phenomena was then witnessed by every sitter present. Many faces were personally recognised as deceased relatives or friends of sitters. Some of the presentations remained stable when the spirit people spoke...this has been attempted a few times before, but is not considered to be 'a development' just yet, but rather an experiment.

Note: FC is suggesting that the medium takes a one-a-day magnesium supplement. He is also suggesting that this medium would benefit from sitting with six sitters, rather than a higher number. Chris will review this situation.

A very interesting and enjoyable seance.

June 23rd

2011-06-23T14:33:00.000-07:00

The medium was seated in the closed cabinet for the duration of four songs, after which the curtains were opened at the spirit teams request. This seance was held in blackout conditions for three songs, then at the spirit teams request red lighting was set thereafter.

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Dave. Pam. Pat. Margaret. Susan. Attia.Lynne.

The seance followed its usual pattern. Transfiguration phenomena was witnessed by all those present. Several sitters recognised Dave's brother Sid. Dave also recognised his father. Pam's grandmother was also recognised. Maurice was recognised by Lynne. Many other faces were presented. The presentations varied in clarity. Some faces appeared strongly defined, other less so.

Besides transfiguration phenomena, this evening on two occasions sitters heard sounds like the cracking of metal. This same sound has been heard before.

NOTE: Interestingly after the seance sitters argued as to where the sounds had been coming from...those on the left of the room said the sounds came from the right, and visa versa! As the chairs in the lodge have metal frames, after the seance had closed every sitter was asked to sit in their chairs and rock back and forth and shift their weight from side to side....in every case, no sound was heard to come from the chairs.

Another interesting occurence was that Lynne had deliberately sat upon her name label, which was placed upon her chair. She always does this....and this evening Pat particularly saw her sit in this way, as usual. But...at close of seance Lynne's name label was laying under her chair. Lynne has had an apport at home recently, and we feel that there may be a connection. See: http://mockingbirdcircle.blogspot.com/

We look forward to further evolvement.

Next day: Upon awaking this morning FC (spirit guide) was around. As I lay in bed thinking about watering the greenhouse FC came closer and, in his own words, 'offered a consideration to my mind'. This is the offered consideration:

Last night, two distinctive cracks were heard, both were not single-tone, but were an extended c..r..ack... sort of thing. This sound being typical of expanding metal....such as within heat expansion or cold...ummm..opposite word! Anyway, you get my drift! Well...as said within the above report, several sitters, on both sides of the room, claimed that the sound came from the opposite side of the room to where they were sitting. I wasn't not sure where either one had come from. I looked towards Pat the first time though. Well....as FC pointed out this morning...the sounds were heard by all those present (with the exception of Dave who is deaf). Incidenatlly Dave was seated directly beside Pam and Pat, neither of whom are hard of hearing. Yet no-one claimed that the sound came from their own chair, nor that of their neighbour. Why not? All the sitters present last night are regular attendees of the cirlce and all attend for the purpose of witnessing physical phenomena. Dave is deaf. But the rest of them heard the cracking sounds. The sounds were sufficiently loud to be heard above the music. Why didn't anyone claim the sound to have been either within their own chair, or have been heard to emanate from the chair of their neighbour? It's a mystery. Thanks FC. Chris Di Nucci

June 16th

2011-06-16T23:32:00.000-07:00

Transfiguration Medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Pat. Dave. Pam. Lynne. Susan. Margaret. Rita.

Tonights séance was pretty much evidential of ‘what physical mediumship can do, without spinning trumpets’. I, personally, love spinning trumpets, but it has to be said that evidentially tonights demonstration of transfiguration phenomena was hard to beat.

The energy used by the spirit team to enable the presentation of the demonstrated phenomena, effectively appears to be some sort of 'fizzy stuff'. I guess that what the spirit team is doing is manipulating the light around the top layer of the medium's skin, so that the face either loses its features entirely, or 'settles' to present the face of someone else. The faces displayed are of people of both sexes, and of all ages (the youngest seen to date appears to be about ten years old). Between demonstrations the face of the medium himself can be clearly seen...which indicates that the transfiguration is true phenomena, and not simply sitters minds playing games due to the red lighting conditions.

Tonight many faces became presented, each seen clearly by everyone within the room. Rita, who had not previously sat in seance, saw her mother. This lady had been recognised a second earlier by Pat, who had simply said out loud that she recognised the face...the face then turned to Rita who identified and welcomed her mother. Both Pat and Rita had recognised the face as being this lady when she'd presented towards them earlier in the evening, but niether had said so, as both 'couldn't believe it was happening' and wanted to be sure before making an acknowledgement. True to form, the spirit team had therefore presented the lady towards them a second time in an attempt to effect the confirmed recognition that she sought.

Later Maurice appeared towards Lynne. He too had been recognised by more than the recipient. Likewise Pam's mother, a regular visitor, was recognised by several sitters.

Sue and Margaret welcomed seeing Dennis. Again, both confirmed recognition, therefore effectively both validating the evidence as being accurate and true.

A wonderful seance. Much appreciated by all.

NOTE: During this seance, as also seen over the last few weeks, there were occasions when Chris recognised the appearance of a greenish haze around the mouth of the medium. This was seen when his head was taken into the back of the cabinet, within the darker area.

June 9th

2011-06-09T14:41:00.000-07:00

Sitters: Chris. Lynne. Pat. Dave. Pam. Steve. Julie. Margaret. Susan.

The seance began as usual, with the cabinet closed and blackout conditions set. Henry then came forward and requested the cabinet to be opened, and soon after this for the red light to be switched on.

For the following hour and a half many different faces were seen to cover the medium's own. Every sitter present witnessed and confirmed this. Almost all the sitters recognised at least one face and/or physical presentation typical of a 'deceased' friend or relative.

This was a very satisfying seance and much enjoyed by all.

I would like to thank the medium, Jerry, for the pleasure he is bringing to those who sit regularly, and others who visit the Lodge as guests. Jerry sits in the cabinet week after week and his dedication is much appreciated. Chris Di Nucci

June 2nd

2011-06-02T23:12:00.000-07:00

The day had been a warm one and the lodge, when I entered it prior to the seance, was like a sauna. Behind my chair, which is positioned across a corner of the seance room, placed forward so that an area behind is made available for the storage of an extra seat cusion and the electric fan heater stored with its cord loosly coiled around it (unused in the winter months).

The lodge is regularly cleaned. I do this myself. I move everything, wiping surfaces with a clean cloth damped with water and sea salt and I vacuum the floor...moving things so that I can clean the whole area. The floor covering is mainly of tightly-looped rubber-backed floor tiles. There are no carpet tiles in the middle of the room, where a wooden octagon shape remains clearly varnished (we place the energy dome here). The floor tiles were laid by my husband, they fit tightly along the skirting boards, have been pushed slightly under in places, and are glued to the floor. The lodge itself is two years old. It is well built and firm...it's a summer house rather than a shed.

When I entered the lodge on this occasion I pushed my chair aside to reach the electric fan...intending to place it on a small table in the opposite corner. But I was unable to lift it. The reason being, that a section of its cord was wedged tightly under the skirting board. There is no gap under the skirting board anywhere in the lodge, my husband particularly ensured that this was the case as he was aware that draughts at floor level might be misconstrued within a physical seance. I looked at the cord where it curled beneath the skirting board, and realised that 'it's impossible'. I tugged at the cord, but it remained unyielding. I called my husband, who first put pressure on the floor to see if it would drop a bit, and upon the skirting to see if it would lift slightly, before saying that he would fetch his tools so as to release the cord. With the aid of a screwdriver it was then easily released. My husband is a structural engineer for a steel fabrication company and assures me that pressure is likely to have been required for the cord to be pushed into the position we'd found it. I called Jerry so that he could verify what Alan and I had seen. All three confirm that the cable was impossibly placed. The length of cord pushed tightly beneath the skirting board measured 5 inches. It situ it was positioned lengthwise along, tightly under, the skirting board.

The lodge was last cleaned on May 7th...when I'd noticed a spider in the lodge. So this potentially spirit enabled phenomena had occured between May 7th and June 2nd.

Medium: Jerry
Witnesses: Chris. Su. Susan. Margaret. Lynne. Pat. Dave. Pam.

At start of the seance the medium was seated in the open cabinet in blackout conditions. The cabinet was then opened and the red light set for transfiguration phenomena to be witnessed. Many faces were then clearly seen.

During the evening Pat's father presented towards her, and Maurice was presented towards Lynne. Pam's mother presented also, as did Dave's brother Sid. Margaret's mother presented twice. Aside from these spirit guests the regular spirit team...Henry, the Scotsman, Bobby and Heinz, and towards the end, 'Toby' made an appearance.

A lovely evening. The cord is still baffling!

May 26th

2011-05-26T22:42:00.000-07:00

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Dave. Pam. Lynne. Bill. Valerie.

The seance began with the Medium seated in the closed cabinet and blackout lighting conditions were set. After three pieces of music had been played Henry's dulcet tones were heard from the cabinet as he requested the red light to be switched on. At his request one further piece of music was then played before the cabinet curtains were opened.

Many faces (transfiguration) were presented this evening. Many unknown to sitters, but some recognised by Chris and Lynne as having been presented on previous occasions.

Of the recognised spirit visitors Maurice was the first, he presenting towards Lynne. Two spirit faces were presented towards guest Bill, one being immediately recognised by Chris as having visited on a previous occasion when Bill had visited the lodge. Bill himself failed to see them, let alone recognise them, due to his not having spectaceles. A sight test is needed...and now the whole world will know it!!!

As the seance progressed Chris's father briefly presented to her. Pat's grandmother presented also. Valerie's father presented and was recognised, which was good as Valerie had never sat with us before and hadn't known what to expect.

Spirit guides Henry, Heinz and Bobby showed themselves as usual, as did the Scotsman. Clyde also came forward. Clyde's presence being of particular interest as he is 'officially' the spirit guide of another Medium who came to the lodge recently. It was good to see him again.

Towards the end of the seance Heinz apologised to Dave. Apparently Dave's brother Sid had tried to present, but the energy was insufficient on this occasion. Heinz passsed Dave a message about Brylcream and mentioned a shared joke. Dave remembers many jokes shared with his brother Sid, but the following morning (May 27th) he sent this e-mail to Chris:

1.10am Fri 27 th and I should be sleeping but it has just dawned on me . The brylcreem thing and Sid's thing about touching his hair and straightening his tie... is taking the wee wee out of me.

Can you imagine a big brother six years older than me being amused, seeing his 13 year little brother smarming his hair with brylcreem, putting on a flashy tie and a really flashy sports coat and going to the local youth club?

Going swimming in white shark skin swimming trunks while he was 'Mr Normal'?

Later on when wife Sonia died, Yolanda moved in within a week.....and when she died Wendy and Pam moved in within a year. All this and other exploits must look amusing now from Sid's perspective. They, all of them that have passed, also know all my other unrecorded exploits. It's food for thought!
Sid and I got on well with each other and were more than just brothers...never getting upset with each other..and sharing the same quirk of not caring about looking a fool.

In all, a lovely seance, with many smiles shared.

May 19th

2011-05-19T14:26:00.000-07:00

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Pat. Dave. Pam. Lynne.

This seance was held firstly in blackout, with the Medium seated in the closed cabinet, before the red light was switched on and the cabinet curtains opened. Transfiguration phenomena was then demonstrated. During this period several friends and relatives became recognised.

Pam's grandmother, showed a locket (the Medium moved his hands as if to open a small locket, whilst indicating a neck ornament)...Pam responded by saying that this is now treasured by her granddaughter, who received it when she reached 16.

Syd came through too, he being Dave's brother. Dave chatted happily with him about the memories they share.

Pat saw her father again...he too visits regularly. Maurice came through for Lynne. Lynne also saw her grandmother for the first time since passing.

In all the seance as a whole was an enjoyable and very happy experience.

May 17th

2011-05-17T22:46:00.001-07:00

An experiment took place this evening between two Mediums. The outcome of this was somewhat interesting!

http://clipper-chamber.blogspot.com/

May 12th

2011-05-13T09:51:00.000-07:00

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Lynne. Dave. Pam. Margaret.

This séance began as usual. The CD had been changed due to the preferences of recent communicators. Also the period of blackout at the beginning of the evening had been extended to five pieces of music before the red light being switched on and the cabinet curtains opened.

We are uncertain as to whether these small changes caused the unfamiliar presentations of the evening or whether something else was going on that we’ve yet to understand. We are used to energy adjustments being made within séances as developmental progress continues, so assume this to be the case this evening.

Many faces (transfiguration) became presented through the Medium. Only two were recognised as visiting relatives of sitters. Bobby, Heinz and Henry were also recognised and came forward to chat.

The Scotsman was seen, as were the features of the gentleman introduced last week. However, many more faces were seen…with none remaining presented for longer than a couple of minutes.
Next Tuesday we have arranged an extra séance with this same Medium...will then be able to focus upon any changes occurring.

As always we aim to best support the work of the presenting spirit team and any changes they suggest, should any be required, will be effected.

May 5th

2011-05-06T02:52:00.000-07:00

Sitters and wtinesses: Chris. Dave. Lynne. Margaret.

The senace began with the Medium seated in blackout conditions within the closed cabinet. After six pieces of music were played spirit team leader Heinz asked for the cabinet to be opened and the red light set. Transfiguration phenomena was then demonstrated with several presented faces being recognised. Chris and Lynne both recognised Maurice. Margaret recognised and spoke to her mother. Pat's father came through briefly, as did Pam's mother...neither of these regular sitters were present on this occasion but the other sitters will pass on the message.

During the seance Chris messed up the music player (far from a rare phenomenon)...which resulted in the Scotsman (spirit visitor) needing to deal with the energy disturbance, which in fact he handled very well, for the most part retaining the stablity of his facial presentation.

Several unfamiliar faces becme presented...one appearing similar to Chris's father, but she feels uncertain that this was the visitors identity. Bobby and Henry came through towards the end of the seance, their familiar joviality being much appreciated by all.

Interestingly a new spirit person came through, who is to be working with the team for awhile. We understand that he is to work with the vessel's voice...which currently sounds almost true of his own, rather than being a more fair representation of the spirit communicators. The spirit team have been working for many months to develop the stable demonstration of recognisable faces...and the voice has been considered unimportant. Clearly this developmental stage has been reached now.

We understand that the new guide needs to begin work in blackout conditions, so we will be extending the length of the blackout period at the start of the seance to provide this guide with the most favoured conditions for his work to become developed. As always we support the requests of the spirit team.

A very interesting seance.

April 21st

2011-04-22T03:31:00.000-07:00

Our only seance this week, due to Chris having a throat bug and being unable to speak. Tonight's seance was to be hosted by someone else, with Chris excluded into the house, but due to a last minute cancellation Chris, along with husband Alan to offer voice-support, took the reins.

The energy within the lodge was somewhat heavy, both spiritually and with regard to the heat within the room. It had been a hot-weather day but we weren't prepared for this heat to continue throughout the evening...usually the lodge gets chilly once the spirit teams work begins. The heat didn't do Chris's cough much good either as she sat huddled with a blanket covering her face to muffle the tones and contain any active germs! This is a very clear demonstration of the factual basis for only allowing healthy sitters to share the seance experience. However...tonight it wasn't long before, despite the far from ideal circumstances supporting them, the spirit team pulled out all the stops.

Faces (transfiguration) were clearly displayed. Many recognised as the relatives of sitters...others recognised as familiar spirit friends...and others simply not known to us yet, but having their facial features displayed clearly for all to see.

The Scotsman made attempts to speak, whilst his facial presentation remained stable. A few others likewise. Another face presented towards Chris was strong, with energy felt that appeared to represent 'information'...Chris feeling him to have a strong character, and seeming to be telling her (without words) that he is to be a regular visiting member of the spirit team, with a part to play in the 'next stage' of the Medium's development. Chris has become used to receiving instinctive information through her own guide, and he often supports her sometimes by seemingly passing on information from others...but to apparently receive communication 'through mind' from an unfamiliar source was a new experience for her, which succeeded in taking her mind off her runny nose! Time will tell whether the information was 'for real' or not.

The evening was enjoyed by all....as was the hit of fresh air when the lodge door was opened at the close of the seance. It is to be hoped that Chris is back to normal health by next week...although husband Alan is currently enjoying the comparative peace within their home.

April 14th

2011-04-15T01:14:00.000-07:00

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Syanne. Pam. Dave. Margaret.

The seance was initially set in blackout conditions with the medium seated in the closed cabinet. After four songs were played Henry (spirit team) asked for the lighting to be increased, but for the cabinet curtains to remain closed. Shorlty after this we were asked to open the curatins. Chris then gradually increased the red light setting until all sitters could see the proposed transfiguration phenomena clearly presented.

The first face to be recognised was of Henry, who also spoke with sitters, explaining that he was to move on to play a different role in the spirit team, and would therefore no longer be our 'master of ceremonies'. He said he did not see why this was necessary as he would miss chatting with us, but we assured him that he'd get used to it. It was a little like offering reassurance to someone on the earth plane who was heading for a new job. He added that he didn't think anyone else would be as good a host as he has been, to which we all responded in agreement. He then added that his 'qualifications' for working with us had been heavy drinking, which rotted his brain, and heavy smoking that ruined his chest and killed him off! We all laughed at this! We will be sad to see him go, although have been assured that he will make occasional social visits.
No clue was offered as to who will replace him 'on the front stage'.
Henry: http://www.box.net/shared/cszjqrlxa9

Later in the evening Maurice came forward. Chris explained that Lynen wasn't present, but that we'd tell her of his visit. Chris asked him to heal Lynne's knee, which was partially the reason for her not being present this evening.

Pat's father came forward also, and again, Chris explainwed that she wsn't present on this occasion. Chris asked hi m whether he had been responsible for moving the door handle on the back door at Pat's home. He denied this...so Chris asked if he would look into it and maybe let us know 'who or what' was responsible for the movement (which occurs in the early hours of the morning).

Syd, Dave's brother, came through and was readily recognised by Pam and Dave, and by Margaret and Chris as he is a regular visitor.

Syann had a visitor, who she was welcoming of but couldn't immediately identify.

Pam's grandmother came through, and asked Pam if she had found the box useful. She had left a small sewing box to Pam. Pam explained that her daughter now had possession of the box, and that this as well as other items left by her are much treasured.
Gran: http://www.box.net/shared/e5htxmesb9

Chris's father came through and commented that she had come home. Chris has recently moved house, returning to her birthplace.

The Scotsman presented clearly for all to see.

Several times during the evening a 'new' face appeared, but without any explanation for the spirit team their identity remains a mystery.

Towards the end of the evening Henry returned, Heinz ( visually recognised by Chris) came forward for a short chat, Bobby (recognised by all) shared a sinagalong, and finally 'Toby' (again recognised by all) waved a fond farewell.

NOTE: The spirit team are focussed upon the development of clearly presented facial demonstration, and the manipulation of voice for the purpose of communiction is a sideline.

Witness Report. Thursday 14th April. Spirit Chamber

The Séance was opened in the same way although without the hilarity of the previous evening! (See the Spirit Space seance report dated Wednesday 13th). As before, several members of Jerrys Spirit Team clearly presented to the sitters.

Many faces were then presented, none of which I recognised, but could clearly see. And although I cannot confirm definitely, I’m 90% sure that my Grandmother–in-Law came through. She wouldn’t confirm if it was her, her facial expression indicating that she was ‘having a joke’ with me, something that would have been very characteristic of her personality. When I asked if she had heard my eldest child chatting to her, she responded with a large, warm smile. I think it probably was her!

One of the regular sitters Grandmother came through, and I understand that she has done for some time, but has not spoken. This evening, she did speak. The voice was very small, very feminine and quite unlike that of Jerrys. She spoke of a box that had been passed to the sitter on her passing, asking if it had been useful. A short conversation followed. The ‘box’ was known to the sitter, and the sitter later remarked that there was no way that Jerry could have known about this.

Pats father also presented. I clearly recognised his face from a photo that she had shown me of her family the day before (as I was staying with her).

During the majority of the duration of this Séance, there was a Spirit ‘form’ immediately to my right. I could see a dark, thin, tall shadow to my right which was moving, and when I looked directly at ‘it’, I could see what I can only describe as an area of dense heat waves, that had some degree of form. I believe I know who this was, and they were doing the same as me and making the most of their time there and observing the proceedings!

At the end of the Séance, regular Spirit Team member ‘Heinz’ came through, and spoke directly to me, asking if the ‘newcomer’ had enjoyed their stay, and if I had learnt a lot and offered advice to my own development, and for this I am very grateful.

I came across the Bristol Spirit Lodge website whilst looking for an old acquaintance from Bristol. I’ve ‘dipped’ in and out of the reports for at least six months, and have seen and heard the recordings that have been uploaded to the site. Despite ‘prior knowledge’, I went with an open mind, with no set expectations as to what I may or may not experience. I’d like to state for the record, that I can, without any doubt, say that I witnessed what the Lodge reports it says it sees and hears, and would recommend anyone who is fortunate enough to be extended an invitation to look through all that the website has to offer before siting.

Before signing off this report, I’d just like to express my thanks to Chris for organising my stay, and for all the advice from her and FC, and from the various Spirit Teams, regards to my own development.

I’d also like to extend my thanks to Pat for putting up with mind explosions over the course of three days and for her incredibly warm hospitality during my stay – thank you All!!

April 12th

2011-04-13T00:18:00.000-07:00

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Lynne. Pat. Syann. Bill.

The evening began as usual with Jerry seated in the closed cabinet in blackout conditions for the duration of four songs. During this period Pat reported hearing a 'knock' behind her right shoulder (no sound was heard on the audio recorder). Various sounds came from the cabinet area, of Henry (regular member of the spirit team) amking some adjustments ..we don't know yet what he gets up to in there!

Upon Henry's guidance we then switched the red light on (dimly at first) and opened the cabinet. As the spirit team began to work towards the transfiguration demonstration the red light was increased under spirit's guidance. Many faces were presented. Syann, a guest sitter for the first time, recognised her grandfather. The medium's hand moved to touch his ear, as indication of this elderly man's hearing loss.

Chris's dad presented towards her. Maurice presented towards Lynne (his face now familiarly recognised by three regular sitters). Three different faces presented towards Bill....one being a lady holding a saucer, whilst lifting her cup to sip her tea. Two of the faces appeared to Chris to have similar facial features to Bill, particularly of one of the men, who she felt was a 'spittting inage'. Bill was unfortunately unable to see, recognise and verify these presentations. It is interesting that some people can readily see the faces presented through transfiguration, whereas others have difficulty. Sometimes sitting in seance several times brings clarity, but sometimes the phenomena remains unseen. I guess it's like those 3D holographic images that were popular several years ago...some people could readily see them, whilst others frustratingly couldn't.

How are the faces seen? This may help readers to understand the presentation of the phenomena: http://transfigurationandgestalt.blogspot.com/

Towards the end of the evening Bobby came forward for a chat with sitters before Heinz indicated close of seance. Finally the circle's mascot 'Toby' appeared...he is ever a mystery!

The evening was both interesting and enjoyable...and we look forward to more!

Witness Report. Tuesday 12th April. Spirit Chamber

After several weeks of anticipation, I arrived in Clevedon Tuesday afternoon, met by Chris and regular sitter Pat, and headed to Chris’s house for lunch. Having been developing an awareness of Spirit for some time, I found it interesting to notice that I strongly felt ‘people’ around in Chris’s front room as we were chatting.

Pat and I left around 4pm(ish), and later returned approximately 7.30 to meet Jerry and the other sitters (including another ‘newbie) for the evenings séance, which was my first séance experience, and first experience of physical mediumship.

Before going through to the Lodge, we removed jewellery, keys, money etc from our persons. I note here that I strongly felt ‘people’ present at this point too, in the general vicinity of where we were gathered, and was acutely aware of someone with me, behind and to my left. I believe this person to have been my Great Grand Mother who is around me fairly often.

Upon entering the Lodge, a simple, square 12mx12m (I believe) wooden room, we sat in our designated seat, and were asked to remove our shoes (a welcome relief after travelling all day). Jerry (the Medium) was seated within the cabinet, with the curtains closed. An opening prayer was spoken, the lights turned off, and several opening songs were played.

As my eyes adjusted to the blackout conditions, I could clearly see a ‘glow’ around my eyes, in my peripheral vision, which I have been told before is my own aura, which I am more than happy to accept (no scoffing please Chris!).

The atmosphere in the Lodge was thick, as I guess the energy was building, and very quickly I was aware of what I would describe as a wispy ‘mist’, that seemed to be ever so slightly glowing – luminous, I suppose. Looking up towards the roof space of the Lodge, not that I could actually see it, was best likened to that of looking up at starry night sky!

I was aware of three very dim lights across from me, on the opposite side of the Lodge. These lights were the controls for the lighting and music in the Lodge. As the music played, these dim lights were obscured regularly by what I could only describe as dark shadows passing in front of them. Sometimes the shadows passed across quickly, and other times, much more slowly. I wouldn’t say that I could see any ‘form’ to the shadows, but they were clear against the luminous glow of the ‘mist’.

Approximately half way through the second song, I was acutely aware of a strong, distinct ‘presence’ within the Lodge, which I did at first find a little unsettling in the black out conditions although any nervous anxiety soon passed. And very shortly after that I heard ‘grunting’ noises from within the Cabinet/Jerry. These noises were very quickly acknowledged by Chris as coming from ‘Henry’, a member of Jerry’s Spirit team, as he stabilised. After (I think) three songs had played, Henry advised that the Cabinet could be opened, and the red light turned on.

Having met Jerry, albeit briefly, heard him speak, observed his mannerisms, before sitting, I find it hard to describe what I witnessed, and am still pretty blown away with it all. The voices and character of Henry, affected through Jerry, were tremendous. Jerry is a softly spoken, reserved, gentle man. Henry is the complete opposite. He has an overtly terrific sense of humour, he is brash (but not in a negative way) and his affection for the regular sitters was very obvious. I could clearly, objectively, see his face, movement and expression.

After this, many faces were presented, some I could see very clearly, others were less apparent and I’d see a ‘glimpse’ of a face. The energy changes around Jerrys torso and face were very noticeable and at times, he appeared ‘blended’ with the darkness of the Cabinet and the energy around him.

Of all the faces clearly presented that evening and recognised by the sitters, there were two that I personally recognised. Without any shadow of doubt I can say that I 100% saw with my own eyes, objectively, my maternal Grandfather. His face was so very clear; he had expression, emotion and movement in his presentation.

If seeing him wasn’t enough, as I was speaking to him, he responded by indicating that he couldn’t hear me too well by pointing to his ear. This is a gesture I remember very well when talking to him in later life, done exactly here, as he would have done.

More faces were presented, and I believe I also saw glimpse of my paternal Grandfather trying to come through. However, as I cannot be 100% of this, I will not swear by it.

After more faces, and conversation with regular Spirit team members the Séance was closed with designated music, and a closing prayer. We left the Lodge and retreated back to the dining table for tea and cake, and much discussion.

I think I can rightly describe myself as a credible witness. I have two degrees: a 1st Class BA from Bristol University, and a Masters from UCL. I have professional accreditations that I can put after my name if I so desire. I own my own home, I’m a mother of two, and as far as I know, I’m not certifiable.

I do see clairvoyantly, but there were people in the Lodge that do not, and I could see the energy movement and confirm the descriptions of the faces that were presented, as people were witnessing them. And I can, without any doubt, say that I saw and spoke to, without any aid, my Grandfather that died two years ago.

April 7th

2011-04-07T14:54:00.000-07:00

Sitters and witnesses: Chris, Dave, Pam, Margaret, Pat.
Note: Video camera in situ.

This seance was a little different for some reason as the initial blackout period became extended and lasted well into the sixth piece of music. During the blackout period Chris heard a fairly loud 'rap' within the wall behind her and to the left...although she didn't feel certain, so said nothing. However, shortly afterwards FC asked that this sound be acknowledged. Also during the blackout Pat said she saw something between herself and the cabinet. Chris felt she saw something in front of the cabinet just prior to this.

During the transfiguration demonstration that followed the blackout period several 'different' faces were presented, appearing stable and clearly seen...but few were recognised, and many of the more familiar visitors failed to come through.

After the seance the Medium said that he had felt the spirit team had been trying something new, and that he had felt changes to his trance state. He also said that the energy seemed to rise from the floor, rather than seeming to come from above and behind him, as he familiarly feels.

In all and interesting seance. Next week this same Medium sits twice within the Lodge...on Tuesday and on Thursday evenings.

March 31st

2011-03-31T14:35:00.000-07:00

Sitters and witnesses: Chris, Pat, Dave, Pam, Margaret, Richard B.

The seance followed the regular pattern, with Jerry seated in the closed cabinet for four songs before the cabinet curtains were drawn open and the red lighting set so as to enable witnesses to see transfiguration phenomena being demonstrated by the spirit team. Many faces of different shapes and sizes were presented, some recognised as regular visitors, and others recognised as relatives off sitters. Amongst those relatives recognised this evening were Chris's father, Pat's father. Maurice came through to see Lynne, who wasn't present on this occasion. Pam's mother and Dave's brother Syd were also welcomed.

NOTE: After the frustration experienced by Chris last week, when the camera failed to pick up the clearly presented face changes on video, we had decided to set the camera up every week...basically because this sets the Intent to achieve at some point. Therefore this evening the camera was put in place and left to run. At the time this report is being typed it has been noticed that there has been 'something' picked up by the camera this week....nothing outstanding, but certainly 'something' can be seen by an independent viewer. So...Chris is happy again. We will, of course, now continue to leave the camera in place. Meanwhile, we offer clips from the recorded files of this weeks sitting for others to judge for themselves. Can you see anything? http://transfiguration-video.blogspot.com/

March 24th 2011

2011-03-25T01:01:00.000-07:00

This evenings seance began with four or five songs being played in blackout conditions, with the medium seated within the closed cabinet. The cabinet was then opened and red lighting set, and increased gradually so that the spirit teams work could be clearly seen by all those present. We had tonight placed a camera on a tripod about 4ft away from the cabinet.

The evening's transfiguration presentations began. Faces readily appearing to cover the vessel's own. We believe that the spirit team are using a manipulation of light technique, rather than ectoplasm.   Each face was clearly seen by all, with the head turning towards each sitter in most cases. Relatives and friends were recognised, the sitters delighted, particularly as we knew the camera to be present. As the evening progressed more faces, less familiar, began to appear. A large-headed man with dark features, heavy eyebrows and thick dark hair. An elderly lady with many wrinkles, her shoulders hunched, a brooch at her throat. A round faced man with twinkling eyes and thin short fair hair. Another lady, taller, with angular features and with her hair drawn back. A bald man with a jovial expresssion. Another man, holding his head upright, a man of strong character....recognised by us as 'The Scotsman'.   All stable presentations and all seen clearly. One after the other, welcomed, each presenting towards the sitters and often, seemingly deliberately, towards the camera.

After the seance I (Chris) decided not to stay up all night looking at the video results, but to keep it til the morning, when I had a free day to study the results. Needless to say, this decision was swiftly set aside and I was soon keenly viewing the pictures before bed. Mistake!

As I watched, I saw the medium's face presented, seen clearly in positive lighting conditions and recognised beyond doubt. But that's all that I saw. My heart sank into the floor (I'm not very tall, so it hadn't far to fall). I felt as if I'd been watching the aurora borealis and had failed to take my camera. In this evenings case however, I had remembered the camera...and the damned thing hadn't the capacity, or we weren't techie minded enough to use the control settings efficiently, or whatever...but...for whatever reason, all those faces I'd seen so clearly were not captured. It was not the spirit teams fault, it was not anything to do with that...they were doing their job to perfection. All the sitters saw those faces clearly. The faces were perfectly presented. The lighting was good, the camera showed the medium's face clearly. The camera was placed closer to the cabinet than in any of our previous experiments. But...somehow...there were no images captured. My dream of being able to place photos of deceased relatives and friends within a world-wide accessible photo album was thwarted. In fact it felt worse than that, because the medium's face was so clear, it seemed that no 'other' faces were there at all. Yet, what we all saw was not imagined...we can't all have imagined those faces. I felt sick.

I suddenly felt sick of the whole thing. Mediumship...particularly Physical mediumship requires dedication and patience and love. As I saw the lack of evidential display, I didn't feel love, I felt sick to death of the whole thing. I felt sick from my own point of view. I've sat week after week for over four years now. The sitters here, and the mediums, and the spirit teams, all turn up week after week, offering their time to each other and to this experiment. All of us...together, have loved what we do, enough to do what we do, come rain or shine. We've, in the early days, sat in a garden shed, in February, without heating, with no spiritual evidence apparent at all. We've sat in the summer with sweat dripping off our chins, a fan running above bowls of ice...in a feeble attempt to get the temperature down. We've sat when we could have been doing something else...none of the 'something else' things seeming, at the time, to be as important as our desire to continue this work, for spirit, for us, for the world. Medium's have been 'thrown' across the room here, their bodies contorted or manipulised by unseen forces, or have been left tied and trussed up like chickens.

Physical mediumship requires dedication and patience and love. Yes, sometimes, like now, I am sick to death of it (no pun intended). Well...to be honest...this has only happened once in four years! This is the first time I've felt sick to death of it! But that doesn't mean this once isn't important! Most of the time I love it to bits! Most of the time I hug it, love it, feel honoured and blessed to be part of it. I love all that it is, and all that it may become. I love the challenges, the rises and falls, the whole thing. I love the spirit people. Their guidance, friendship, support, fun, and their dedication, which appears to match ours.  They try as hard as we do....it's a shared experience on both sides. Yes, most of the time, for over four years, I've adored it. So...I guess one damned sick disappointment and frustration isn't all that important...not in the grand scheme of things!

The camera used tonight: Sony HDR SR11. Full HD 1080. 60GB 10.2 mega pixels. Set for night vision.  The infra red light thingy was covered because we weren't sure whether to use it or not. The camera was plugged into the mains. It was placed on a tripod 4ft away from the cabinet.

Anyone having advice to offer about filming please contact us...

Contact: bristol-spirit-lodge@blueyonder.co.uk

FEEDBACK:

Just read your report on Thursday's séance -good that you got that all out I think!

The séance itself was one of the best -they just keep getting better, and we all had wonderful visitors coming to see us. That is how I see it -the camera/proof which we were "hoping" for was not the important part of the evening -we had a wonderful display of faces -some known to us and some not -anything else would have been unnecessary to the quality of the séance.

Be not despondent -you are doing a brilliant job in running the circle, and I myself -and I'm sure the other members of the circle- appreciate it enormously. We have gone leaps and bounds in a comparatively short length of time so lets just keep watching this space...............!!!!!!!

Pat

NOTE: We have received lots more like this...thanks to all those who felt inspired to communicate. Support is always welcome : )

March 17th

2011-03-17T15:28:00.000-07:00

Sitters and witnesses: Chris, Pat, Dave, Pam, Lynne, Margaret, Sandy.

It has to be said that this was one of the strangest seances we've experienced here in the lodge. Basically this was because, aside from Jerry being the designated medium for the evening, Sandy (physical medium)was seated in the corner opposite to the cabinet and experienced spontanious trance throughout....with a very strange result.

The seance began in blackout conditions with the cabinet closed for the duration of five songs. After this, at Jerry's spirit teams request the red light was switched on and the cabinet opened. In this light it was obvious that both Jerry and Sandy were under trance control, in a manner that appeared to indicate some sort of 'mixing'. Transfiguration phenomena was then demonstrated, through Jerry, although the presentations were less clear than usual. It was apparent that something unusual was going on behind the scenes, unseen by the sitters present. Several new faces were presented and recognised through Jerry however, one of these being Sandy's father. Chris's father also made an appearance, as did Pat's.

One of the most interesting moments however, and certainly the strangest, was when Jerry appeared to be suddenly 'zapped' backwards within his chair. Chris 'heard' FC (her guide) saying to her, as if excitedly "You know this...you know what is happening, you know what is happening!". Chris watched fascinated ( truth be told, at that time she did NOT know what was happening, although was certainly aware of a new experience unfolding...and soon caught on to it). Gradually it became clear to all those present that various members of Sandy's regular spirit team were appearing...presenting through Jerry! It was highly amusing, and much appreciated by the sitting witnesses, when finally Elf was presented through Jerry. This presentation, of a grinning mischievous face, with arms waving, was frankly amazing!

As said already, this was one of the strangest seances we've experienced here to date!

March 15th

2011-03-16T01:22:00.000-07:00

The Medium seated in the closed cabinet. Sitters: Chris, L:ynne and Pat.

This was a developmental sitting held in blackout conditions. Various 'mild' phenomena witnessed. Towards the close of the seance the red light was turned on and four faces were seen and recognised by sitters. Pat's father first. Maurice and Thomas, for Lynne. The Scotsman (whose identity we now suspect, but without verification). Finally our mascot, 'Toby'...who in some way is linked to Chris.

Just as the closing music was being played a spirit visitor came forward and displayed curiosity. Chris asked him to withdraw so that the seance could close in the manner intended. Her request was, of course, respected.

An interesting evening.

March 10th

2011-03-11T01:02:00.000-08:00

Physical-transfiguration medium: Jerry
Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Pat. Lynne. Dave.Pat.Margaret.

Once again, an amazing seance. We opened in blackout conditions, with the cabinet closed. Then after five songs the red light was switched on and the cabinet curtains opened.

On this occasion, instead of the spirit team offering direction as has been the case recently, Chris received guidance from FC regarding the varying light and sound levels for the evenings demonstration. This factor indicates to us that the team has stablised their working requirements for the time being. FC usually guides Chris in this way once a spirit team has had a period of 'refining their adjustments'.  Now, with the basic working requirements best met, such as enables the sitters to best see clearly all that is being demonstrated, we feel that the spirit team are likely to continue towards their plan for further development.

This evening, within clear red lighting conditions (some of the display being held under the glow of two red lights) each sitter received at least one presentation from the spirit team.  Lynne was the lucky recipient of three presentations, one of those being her grandmother, and another being Maurice (who sitters now also recognise as he is a regular visitor). Very interestingly a third presentation towards Lynne was of a spirit visitor, or spirit guide, who communicates with Lynne regularly through pendulum dowsing. This presentation offered us much food for thought!

In fact, we have several times witnessed within the lodge setting occasions when a medium's spirit guides have 'appeared' or 'presented their personality' through another Medium....in the same way as visiting 'deceased' relatives have presented themselves to us through more than one medium.

To continue this report...

This evening, as said, the spirit team presented a spirit visitor towards every sitter. Most of the presentations were of regular visitors, Syd, Maurice, Pat's dad....who were now not only recognised by their receiving relatives, but by the sitters who have seen the same presentations many times before.
A new visitor, George, came through and was recognised and welcomed by Margaret, who is to see his wife next week and will pass on this message to her.

Another new visitor was Chris's father. Her mother has visited several times through another medium within the lodge..and in fact she came through on Wednesday evening within the Spirit Space seance.  Chris's father hasn't been recognised prior to this evening.

NOTE: The Spirit Chamber circle is now considered by Chris to be unsuitable for sitters who have not previously sat in a physical seance. This is because the clarity of the presentations can cause an uncomfortable shock reaction in someone not knowing what to expect. Not everyone is emotionally prepared to see the presented faces of deceased relatives. However...for every person that is not filled with joy at the prospect there are many others who are delighted by what they come to see and consider the value of this experience to be priceless.

March 3rd

2011-03-03T14:35:00.000-08:00

This seance was attended by two new guests, Lee and Joanne...as well as regular sitters Chris, Lee, Dave, Pat, Lynne and Margaret. Jerry, of course, sat in the cabinet.

The evening began with blackout conditions set with the cabinet closed, for the period of three songs. The red light was then switched on dimly at first, with the cabinet opened. After a few minutes the red lighting was increased, according to the spirit team's instruction.

The first communicator was Henry. When he withdrew the transfiguration began in ernest, with many faces clearly seen by all those present. Of those recognised, Syd appeared for Dave and Maurice came forward for Lynne. Lee's grandmother. Lee and Joanne recognised and acknowledged Lee's grandfather, who was known to them both in life. The Scotsman came forward, presenting his facial features strongly for ten minutes in clear red light. Other faces were presented clearly also, although not recognised. The demonstration continued for well over an hour and was fascinating to watch throughout.

Towards the end of the evening Bobby came forward to sing along, and Nigel came too. The final communicator was Heinz. The seance ended with one final presentation, which was of the circle's 'mascot'...who appears linked in some way to Chris. She has named him Toby.

Again, an amazing seance. Much appreciated.

February 24th

2011-02-24T14:25:00.000-08:00

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris, Richard, Lee, Dave, Pam, Margaret and Pat.

This seance began in dimmed red lighting, followed by a short period of blackout. After this the sitters heard familiar spirit communicator Henry singing along with them, before he asked for the red light to be turned up and the cabinet opened. The sitters were all then able to see the medium's face clearly. Transfiguration commenced soon afterwards. The Scotsman demonstrated clearly...his strength of presentation being greater with each sitting. A gentleman came forward, he had been before and is clearly a visitor enjoying the music. A lady also presented, her feminine features clearly and interestingly seen over the masculine face of the medium. Bobby came through, as did Heinz....both members of the regular spiirt team.

As is usual in the Spirit Chamber circle many spirit guests tonight were relatives of sitters. Gran came forward, presenting towards Lee. Syd came forward, he being dave's brother. Pam's mother. Margaret's mum also. Pat's father. Craig, the cousin of Richard. Maurice came through for Lynne...who wasn't present this evening. NOTE: Jerry later said that he felt that Lynne may have been sitting at home herself linking to Maurice....we will check on this.

Chris's mystery visitor came through at the end of the seance, he is now being regarded as a mascot, that she has named Toby...as in 'to be or not to be'....in recognition of his mysterious status!

A very enjoyable seance...one of the best!

NOTE: Checking with Lynne...she reports that she communicated with Maurice just after 9pm and he told her that he'd visited the lodge this evening. Lynne is a long-time trustworthy sitter who works with dedication towards receiving objective evidence.

February 17th

2011-02-18T02:40:00.000-08:00

This evening's seance was set slightly differently. The spirit team had asked for a once-monthly change of music and lighting. This being the first such monthly sitting we set the room as guided by them.

The sitters were all regular attendees. We had been asked not to include guests or unafamiliar energies to this seance. The trumpet (never used in the Spirit Chamber) was placed on its side upon a small table beside the cabinet. The CD was changed to one offered by the medium...the music selected by his spirit team. The lighting was set as dimmed red for the first three pieces of music, and dark set for one piece....although in fact FC, during the seance, suggested that the blackout period be extended beyond this. Later dimmed red lighting returned until the end of the CD (which lasted for an hour)...when the red light became brightened and Henry's welcoming tones were heard. The final half hour was spent with the spirit team demonstrating what they currently do best!

Pam's mother came forward first, displaying her face and other physical signs of her consciousness (the body of the medium is caused to present in a manner typical of a familiar pose of the deceased person).

Pat's father then presented cleary towards her. The link of affection clear.

Dave's brother, now a regular visitor and one recognised familiarly by everyone present, was welcomed forward. Dave chatted to him in the same way as when Syd was 'alive'.

Lynne was visited by Maurice, who indicated the holding of a pendulum (Lynne communicates regularly with him through this method of enablement).

Lee's grandmother presented strongly towards him.

Several other faces were presented clearly, although these were unfortunately not recognised on this occasion. One particularly stong presentation was of a gentleman, presenting towards Pam and Dave, sporting a moustache and wearing a cap. He refused to give 'clues' and chose to leave them guessing.

As the closing music started to play the now familiar 'seance mascot' presented with some humour towards Chris...before displaying his face around the room to everyone. Chris feels that this presentation might be instigated through FC...as the personality displayed appears so much as she feels his to be. Whenever this face appears she feels an affectionate and strongly 'compelling' attraction. As always, Chris remains analytical and seaks truth and honesty within seance...and she feels sometwhat frustrated, and amused, by the challenge that seems to have been set. It is as if the identity of this presentation by spirit may forever remain an unsolved mystery to simply bemuse her. This would..she feels...be typical of something 'set up' by FC. Whatever...our mascot ensured that the seance closed with a smiles on all the sitters faces.

February 1st

2011-02-02T01:05:00.000-08:00

This seance was set up at the last minute. Jerry, as usual sat in the cabinet. Jon, unusually took the role of circle leader for the evening. The other sitters were Chris, Lynne and Pat.

Blackout was initially set, with the cabinet closed. Later (the third son into the evening) when Henry's dulcet tones were heard in response to the playing of 'I am a cider drinker', at his request, the red lighting was quite dimply set. Faces became displayed, these not seen very clearly. However, whilst not so clearly seen they appeared to glow in the dark'...which was somewhat strange. A the red light was raised and we saw faces in the manner usually displayed. These faces were clear, some seen as stable for several minutes, whilst others came and went in rapid succession. Maurice came forward for Lynne. Pat's father came again...with the affection felt being clear between them. Syd came, despite his brother Dave, again, not being present. Syd is lovely and now recognised and welcomed by everyone. Many visitors came forward for Jon...but each was so rapidly presented that he felt uncertain and unable to fully confirm their identity.

The Scotsman was, again, outstanding in his presentation. The new communicator, moving to the music and appearing to play an accordian was also a great pleasure to watch.

Regular members of the spirit team, Bobby, Henry and Heinz all chatted with sitters.

Another very interesting seance, much enjoyed by all.

January 27th

2011-01-28T01:05:00.000-08:00

Another fantastic seance!

Sitters: Chris. Pat. Lynne. Mike. Lee. Margaret. Mandy.

The seance began in dimmed red lighting, which became reduced to blackout after the first piece of music was played (when Chris felt confident that the new sitters were sufficiently relaxed to accept this). Very soon sounds were heard withi n the cabinet to indicate that Henry was present, but not yet ready to communicate. Henry's welcome was clearly heard just before his familiar favourite piece of music was played. The cabinet was then opened and the clear red lighting set. All sitters had an unobstructed view of the cabinet area, where, by now, Henry's face could be seen.

The transfiguration of this medium's face is difficult to describe. I have read of the transfigured face being described as a mask, but it is difficult to agree that this is how it appears here. I try often to look 'through' or 'past' the presented face, but it seems to be a real face. I suppose, if I considered that the medium's own face was made of playdoh...this is probably the easiest way to explain what I see. It is as if the playdoh becomes manipulated (sitters witness that his face vanishes into a blur) before a new face becomes presented. It's more real than I would expect a mask to appear...although admittedly there are some very good latex masks around now. Maybe Steven Spielberg would be interested in what happens here!

After Henry many more presentations followed. Maurice came through for Lynne. Our friend Syd came through to say hello, although his brother Dave wasn't present this evening to receive him. Margaret's mother presented to her, which was a welcome reunion for them both. Pat's father also, his photograph in the lodge validating the reality of this presentation to those who did not know him within life. Mike's father, who is the medium's father, and Lee's grandfather, also. All these visitors were acknowledged. Others came through and although not recognised as relatives of sitters, were each clearly to be seen and equally as welcomed.

During part of the evening the Scotsman, who is the newest of the spirit team, presented his appearance very strongly...he is wishing to display himself at full length and is working towards this now. There is already some sign of this becoming possible in the not too distant future.

Most of those that display their faces are as yet unable to speak...but again...further development will be supported by both sides.

Dorothy, a spirit visitor we've not seen for a awhile was welcomed, her face seen whilst communication taook place, as was the same with spirit child Bobby and finally spirit team leader Heinz.

As the last piece of music played Pat and Chris tried not to assume...but couldn't help wonder whether the same face would be presented towards Chris as has been seen towards the close of the last few seances.
Indeed, as FC's favourite piece of music played a face dispakyed towards Chris, and the same connection was felt as on those previous occasions. Again Chris knew that the face was not that of a relative. In fact the presentation was amazingly clear, with total focus upon it Chris was unable to find fault...it was a very real face of a very real person...and totally unlike the face of the medium. For Chris, the reality of this face being 'caused by' something other than 'us' was overwhelming in its truth. Whatever mediumship is...whether one believes in it or not...there is simply no way to explain, in any scientific and logical physical way, how the heck faces can be presented and seen here by seven independent sitters, in clear red light...in a place that is factually a wooden garden shed, without any electronic projection devices or anything. It's just bloomin' fantastic. Which is, of course, why we love it so much!

January 20th

2011-01-21T00:29:00.000-08:00

This evening the sitters (supporting the medium)...Chris.Dave.Pam. Margaret.Patricia.Lynne and Sandy... were seated around the lodge, each with a clear view of the cabinet area. Initially dim red ligfhting was set, with the cabinet closed, and then at the spirit teams instruction we sat in blackout for a short period, before brighter, clear, red light was requested and the cabinet was opened. Within the clear lighting conditions we were all able to see the transfiguration phenomena displayed.

As has become his habit the first communicator was Henry, who spoke whilst his face was being shown.. He jovially welcomed the sitters before other facial changes were made. Most of the visiting spirit people show their faces, but are currently unable to speak.

Syd came through, he being Dave's brother. His face was recognised by other sitters who have seen him regularly now. Syd typically strokes back his hair, in the manner presented by the brylcream boys. Oddly he came forward through another medium recently, when Dave visited a spiritualist church....and when he came forward then he again stroked back his hair, as he does here!

Pam's father visited, demonstrating the smoking of his pipe, as was his habit within life. Her mother came forward too, smiling and throwing kisses to her daughter.

Many other faces were seen, many presented in a stable manner, whilst others came and went. Lynne and Chris recognised Maurice, as he turned familiarly towards Lynne.

Several times within the seance a face was strongly presented towards Sandy, who failed to acknowledge his identity. Sandy afterwards told me that she felt certain that the communictor was her spirit guide, Joseph....as she she had strongly felt this familiar recognition. Her admission has prompted me to say that the final communicator, who I last week the presentation that I felt might be a representation of FC is probably exactly what I felt it to be. This week he again appeared, during the same piece of music, with me feeling the 'connection' as previously.

In all...an amazing seance...

NOTE: After seance Jerry mentioned a powerful energy, being present several times during the evening. We will watch for this next time as such feeling is indicative of a new communicator...possibly a new member joining the spirit team.

January 13th

2011-01-13T15:20:00.000-08:00

Yet another amazing seance with the spirit team demonstrating Transfiguration at its best. There were seven witnesses: Chris, Pat, Dave, Pam, Lynne, Margaret and Lee.

Many of the displayed faces were readily recognised as friends and relatives of the sitters. Maurice came forward for Lynne, as did a second cousin of hers, Robert. Gran came forward for Pam and Syd for Dave. Some of the faces weren't of people we knew, but all were stable in their presentation with detailed features displayed, each face being totally unlike the vessel's own.

The Scotsman came forward...he is now a regular member of the spirit team. He, in particular, showed his face, and some faint, but obvious, energy around the torso, seen within clear red light...the impression was given that, before very long, development is intended to present a full length figure to clear view.

A fantastic seance...and we are all looking forward to the next!

NOTE: During the final piece of music, which is FC's favourite...a face was presented that struck a chord with me. I failed to recognise it as being that of a friend or relative. Oddly, I felt the personality of this communicator to be similar to that of FC. This morning (this report being written the morning after the seance) I feel inclined towards adopting that spirit person, and should this facial presentation be made similarly again within the playing of that final piece of music, I will seek the spirit teams approval to do this. I feel that FC, whether that visual presentation be one evoked by himself or not, will understand my motives, as such an adoption would add a fun element to the end of the evening. I feel certain that FC (and the spirit teams working with us within the lodge) will support any act of affection towards Spirit as it benefits the circle as a whole. As always this circle sets out to work with honesty, so we publish my intent, and will publish any outcome that results from it. Chris Di Nucci

January 6th 2011

2011-01-07T14:34:00.000-08:00

The first seance after the Christmas break. We try not to hold expectations, but are familiarly aware that the first seance following a break is often less 'fluid of phenomena' than when the established routine is comfortably set. It was also the case on this occasion that a visitor, a stranger to the group, was present.

The seance however followed a fairly established setting. The medium being seated within the closed cabinet with the red light set very dimly. There were six witnesses on this occasion...Chris.Dave, Mandy, Pam, Jock, Margaret and Lynne.

The music played softly at first, rising later as is the spirit teams preference. After about 15 minutes Henry, a regular member of the spirit team, came forward in welcome and some friendly banter was exchanged. The team then proceeded to work. The work being to demonstrate stable transfiguration phenomena. This report cannot adequately describe the quality of the presentation witnessed.

In a factual manner I need to say with honesty that Dave's brother came through, his face recognised now by sitters, who have seen him by now so often. The fondness shared by the two brothers was clearly apparent.

Pam's grandmother came through, again being recognised as a regular visitor now. Maurice, known to Lynne and also readily recognised due to being a regular visitor. Maurice, incidentally, assists Lynne with her dowsing experiments. Several other faces, although clearly presentated, were not actually recognised. Jock claimed recognition of several of the faces presented, becoming emotional within appreciation of the phenomena displayed.

NOTE: Jerry's developmental progress continues to leap forward. I wish to sincerely thank him and his spirit team for their dedication. Without them there wouldn't be a seance! Chris Di Nucci

INFORMATION: Reports of Lynne's experiment with crystal dowsing can be found here: http://spirit-craft.blogspot.com/
We feel these reports to be of potential value to anyone seaking to safely fascilitate spirit communication as it forms a platform from which to develop.

December 16th

2010-12-17T01:32:00.000-08:00

This evening's seance proved to be thought provoking. The seance was set as usual..with the medium first seated within the closed cabinet with dimmed red lighting within the room. After about four songs were played Henry asked for the cabinet to be opened and the lighting increased to enable sitters to witness the development and, hopefully, demonstration of transfiguration phenomena. There were seven sitters present, all aside from one being regular attendees, with the seventh being a guest. The guest was seated between Chris and Margaret. She'd actually sat within the lodge twice previously, in order to witness phenomena enabled through other medium's.

As the evening progressed transfiguration phenomena became clearly displayed. Lynne saw her partner's father for the first time. This person, within spirit, had been communicating with her through the dowsing crystal previously, but had had no way of physically showing himself to her. This evening sitter's saw a clear male face as he moved to present himself towards Lynne. Lynne welcomed his approach and assured him that she would give a report of this experience to her partner.

Dave's brother Syd came through again, as he had the previous week. As always Dave was delighted to see him, especially with Christmas so close, and indeed we all welcomed his presence. After seance it was realised that when Dave had asked Syd to show his damaged finger one of the medium's hands offered this indication. Back in the house when chatting Dave told us that his brother had lost the tip of one finger in a childhood accident. This fact known only to himself. This was, for Dave, specially evidential of Syd's continuing life and consciousness.

Chris's father...or to be critically honest (she's the one writing this report!) a face of a male presenting with many physical features familiarly seen within her family...became displayed towards her. Fascinated by the presentation I await and will welcome further evidential clarification.

Several other faces became presented, but none seemed at the time to be recognised, although their presentaion was appreciated and acknowledged. The evening closed with a Christmas cake-share within the house and we all parted with smiles on our faces.

NOTE: When sitters had left I was still clearing away the cups and glasses when the 'phone rang. It was the guest sitter thanking me for the Circle's hospitality, but saying that she was feeling uneasy after the seance, and that therefore the Circle was not 'for her'. She explained that one fo the faces, presented towards her, was that of her mother. Her childhood had been marred by the behaviours of this woman and she had no wish to see her or receive communication from her. She would prefer, therefore, not to open herself to the possibility of a future meeting. Her decision is fully understood and we'll meet again as friends.

This occurence caused me to think about the work that we do. It has, in truth, never been this circle's policy to link sitters with their deceased relatives. It has been something that has occurred occasionally in the past, but as we are sitting for the development and demonstration of Physical Phenomena it is our Intention to display this. In other words, to see a clear and stable facial presentation overshadowing that of the medium is in fact what we ask the spirit teams to show us. We do not ask them to show us faces of friends and relatives, we consider it to be unnecessary as the presentation of transfiguration phenomena itself is highly evidential of spiritual intervention and control. Also...should the display of relatives and friends become a regular feature of the demonstrations here, we might reasonably attract sitters that wish to meet with deceased friends and relatives. This 'type' of mediumship, although evidential of continuing life, may cause distress. As has occured this evening.

With this in mind I went to bed feeling uncertain of 'the best way forward'. The evening's experience had been thought provoking.

At the time of writing this report FC has offered me no guidance, although I am sure that he will do so before long! I would like to ask our readers and sitters for their opinions....

Thank You and Happy Christmas to You All.

Chris Di Nucci

FEEDBACK: http://chamber-feedback.blogspot.com/

December 9th

2010-12-10T02:42:00.000-08:00

This evening's seance began as is usual, with dim red light set within the room and the Medium seated within the closed cabinet. The sitters, Chris, Pat, Pam, Margaret, Dave and Lynne, were all seated around the room. The music played in the background and after the initial two pieces, during which sitters were asked to remain silent, all were encouraged to singalong and chat quietly together. There was very little sound coming from the cabinet area until Henry's voice was heard to ask us to increase the lighting and open the cabinet curtains. When we did this we could all see his face clearly, obscuring that of the Medium. Henry spoke jovially, whilst his face remained quite stable to view.

After a short period Henry withdrew, asking us to turn the music up louder for the arrival of the Scotsman. This spirit person we understand to have a great deal of experience from working with physical mediumship when upon the earth plane. We do not yet know who he is though. His intention is to speak with his own voice, rather than by using the vessel's voice box. This Scotsman, when he came forward presented strongly...with his facial features and torso firmly and clearly displayed. Frankly this was stunning. A word like 'Amazing' isn't strong enough sometimes.

There followed a display of many faces, before the energy again enabled the display of another stable character...this time recognised as Syd, who is Dave's elder brother. Syd made a gesture, his hands slicking back his hair, a movement familiary used by 'the Brylcream' boys...this causing laughter and appreciation from Dave. The connection between the two brothers was strongly apparent.

When Syd withdrew other faces became displayed again...before once more settling. Pat's father then showed his face clearly, as he had the previous week. Pat, again welcomed him and was appreciative of this spiritual 'Christmas present'.

This evenings audio recording was less than perfect for some unknown reason. We trust that all will be well again in the weeks to follow.

NOTE:

The following morning FC came through to 'speak' with me. He explained that it was unhelpful for sitters to ask or persuade the communicators to speak with them at this stage. This is because friends and relatives wish to speak, of course...but as it would be greatly beneficial for them to be able to use a form of direct voice which would enable them to speak with a presentation of their own voices, there has been an Intent set to achieve this. It is not therefore helpful for sitters to encourage 'short cuts' to be taken. It is, FC said, far better for sitters to appreciate the communication that is offered readily by Henry, Bobby and Heinz...who are regular members of the spirit team...and to accept that relatives and friends, who are well remembered in physical form, are working to achieve voice recognition, so would prefer to wait until some form of independent voice has become developed,in order for this to become demonstrated. Those within the spirit world wish to please us...and will set out to do this...but sometimes it is better for those on both sides to patiently wait for the developmental process to take place. Therefore, encouraging relatives and friends to speak, for the time being, should be avoided. Sitters would be best advised to welcome the visual presentations whilst Trusting that the spirit team Will develop further phenomena to evolve.

Chris Di Nucci

December 2nd

2010-12-03T09:38:00.000-08:00

This seance was held first in dim lit conditions, with the medium seated in a closed cabinet. During this time unusual sounds, possibly indicative of the early development of direct voice phenomena was heard:
http://www.box.net/shared/alevte4y4d
http://www.box.net/shared/he6xeu5b83

After about 20 minutes Henry, a one of the spirit the team advised us to open the cabinet.
http://www.box.net/shared/dzclya1z87

The red lighting was then increased sufficient to enable sitters to see the transfiguration demonstations. These demonstrations were as last week, outstanding. Pat's father's face again became presented and this time the connection was clearer and communication attempted. Again...the voice presentation was unusual, and we were again caused to query the reason for this. http://www.box.net/shared/blkxf5i1qz

Time will tell!

November 25th

2010-11-26T00:13:00.000-08:00

Transfiguration Medium: Jerry

Witnesses: Chris, Pat, Dave, Pam, Margaret.

This evenings seance was first set within dim red lighting conditions. The Medium sitting within a closed cabinet. After about 20 minutes the spirit team asked fro the cabinet curtains to be opened and the red lighting increased. Sitters were than all able to clearly see the Medium within the cabinet area. Initially the Medium was laid back in his chair, clearly under strong spirit trance control.

Gradually, seated now upright, transfiguration phenomena became disaplayed. At first many faces flickered across Jerry's own...but not for long. Soon individual faces became 'perfected' so that Jerry's own face was obscured. As the faces became 'solid' the eyes opened. This has never been demonstrated through this medium before, and the combination of the facial presentations and the opening of the eyes produced far more realism. In fact it took the sitter's breath way!

A presentation of Sir Winston Churchill...demonstrated in this way, was the first of many for the evening. Pat's father showed his face, and displayed emotion at again meeting his daughter. Chris's father showed his face and attempted verbal communication. Sid, a friend of Dave's came forward and lifted his hands, as if to say 'hello' and then again in resonse to Dave's welcome. Sid also displayed emotion at their meeting.

I am amazed at the recent leap forward in the development being experienced by Medium's here within the lodge setting. We been sitting for several months in blackout conditions, at Spirit's suggestion, but we've questioned whether this has been what we 'should' be doing as little phenomena has been witnessed during that time. I feel now that we were on the right track...and should always trust Spirit...as development has obviously been taking place 'behind the scenes when we weren't looking'. Now, it seems that our patience is being rewarded! Chris Di Nucci

November 18th

2010-11-24T00:07:00.000-08:00

Medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris, Richard, Lynne, Dave and Pam.

This evening's seance was initially set with blackout conditions, but part way through the evening this was changed to red light. During the period of red lighting the cabinet was opened, so that sitters were able to witness transfiguration phenomena.

This evenings seance was felt to be typical of that which is now regularly experienced. Jerry is an experienced trance medium and enables the demonstration of physical phenomena in the form of stable transfiguration that has been witnessed by many regular sitters and our guests for over a year.

During one such seance a few months ago Pam, one of the sitters on that occasion, recognised her Grandmother and also her mother amongst the faces presented towards her.

We were not, however, prepared for tonight's demonstration...which we feel to be trully evidential, because two witnesses were able to verify the reality of the communicating spirit person.

Within the cabinet Jerry turned towards Lynne and presented as a gentleman having expereinced a stroke, with some contortion of his left hand and arm. Chris, knowing Lynne's partner, recognised the face as being similar, and strongly commented on this. Lynne was unable to enlighten Chris however, as she doesn't know any of her partners deceased relatives. The evening closed with the mystery unsolved.

Upon returning home Lynne spoke with her partner and her description of his father Maurice, matched. Lynne's partner looks very much like his father. Upon further investigation within the family Lynne also learned that Maurice had experienced a stroke. It is felt that Maurice, a strong character within his life upon the earth plane, may well visit again. We look forward to it!

"It turns out that Steve's father did have a stroke on his left side (even Steve hadn't known this). He has given me a photo of his father, which I will bring to show you." Lynne

November 11th

2010-11-15T09:59:00.000-08:00

This seance had been held in blackout conditions for most of the evening. with red light becoming set towards the end, at the spirit team's request. It is the policy of the Bristol Spirit Lodge circle only to report physical phenomena that has been witnessed by a minimum of two sitters....and although sitters have consistently reported seeing or feeling phenomena within these recent blackout seances, no report has yet been specifically confirmed.

During this evening's seance Chris saw a clear white light that appeared (in blackout conditions) to 'flash' down the centre of the cabinet curtain. As soon as she saw this she asked the person beside her whether they had seen a light within the room at that time...but the person beside her had had their eyes closed at that moment!

Later, Margaret sent an e-mail: "I didn't get a chance after last Thursday's seance, too much talk, but just before the curtain was pulled back on Jerry, I saw a bright vertical light about the size of an average person, appear, very fleetingly, right down the middle of the curtain. Almost immediately after, Spirit said that the red light could be switched on. I just thought that it may be of interest. I remember that you had asked if anyone else had seen the light earlier on in the seance. Whether the one I saw was like the one you saw, I couldn't say. Obviously!!"

As the description of the phenomena seen by both myself and Margaret 'matches'...although seen at different times, I feel it worthy of note. Chris Di Nucci

2010-08-04T08:58:00.000-07:00

The Spirit Chamber Circle continues to sit on Thursday evenings. This is a recent recording, made within regular seance conditions, to demonstrate the type of communication shared between the spirit team and sitters: http://www.box.net/shared/inzck0plyg Note: Henry, who describes himself as a farmhand from the Bridgewater area, is a regular communicator.

JUNE 10th

2010-06-10T23:48:00.000-07:00

Both blackout and red lighting conditions. 95 minute seance.

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Margaret. Dave. Pam. Lynne.

The seance began with a period of blackout that lasted for about 50 minutes. During this time sitters sang along to popular music. Some sitters reported seeing white foggy mist, pink swirls, green and blue sparkles and small lights. But as these things are regularly seen, but seldom by more than one person at exactly the same time we cannot confirm them objectively.

Later in the seance the red lighting conditions became set (at the spirit teams request). Sitters then saw many facial presentations displayed blended with the vessels own. Some of these faces were recognised as having been presented in previous seances.

Communication was then welcomed from Heinz, Henry and Dorothy.

Later again further facial presentations were offered. One face in particular waxed and waned for awhile before becoming totally stable. This face, and figure, remained stable for several minutes. This was the face and upper torso clearly representative of Sir Winston Churchill. His right hand moved to rest on the chair arm, whilst presenting the position of holding a cigar.

To say we were appreciative of the work enabled by the spirit team, is putting it mildly. To see such a clear presentation representative of Sir Winston Churchill is quite frankly amazing! This makes the dedication of the medium and his supporting sitters worthwhile.

JUNE 3rd

2010-06-04T01:29:00.000-07:00

Blackout conditions for 30 minutes, followed by clear red lighting conditions. 85 minute seance.

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Dave. Lynne. Margaret. Attia.

The seance began with the medium seated in the closed cabinet throughout the blackout period. The red light was then switched on (at the spirit team's request) and cabinet was then opened.

The spirit team's focus is upon the development of stable transfiguration. This evening the demonstrations were clear, with many faces being stable for several minutes. One demonstration affected the face and torso of the medium, and the character presented was absolutely recognised by four of the five sitters present. This character has been seen within the Lodge setting many times now.

A further demonstration presented a face that was recognised by two of the sitters, and declared as having been seen by them on previous occasions through the same medium.

During the evening Heinz, Henry and Bobby (all regular members of the spirit team) each came through to chat with the sitters. However, it was apparent that the focus was upon the development of transfiguration, which was much appreciated by all.

NOTE: Attia had sat in seance with other medium's within the lodge, but had not witnessed the work through Jerry before. She was greatly impressed and appreciative of all that she had seen this evening. A few weeks ago another sitter, who had never sat in a seance previously, was also profoundly affected and her curiosity aroused. Jerry has been sitting weekly with focus upon Physical Mediumship development since October 2009. It is clear that good progress is being made.

MAY 27th

2010-05-28T01:43:00.000-07:00

Mainly blackout, with red lighting conditions later. 85 minute seance.

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Lynne. Margaret.

The seance began in blackout conditions with the medium seated in the open cabinet. On this occasion there was no request for a period of silence from the spirit team, so music was played throughout. After the period of blackout, which lasted for about 45 minutes, the team requested red lighting conditions to be set. During this period many facial presentations were clearly seen by all sitters. Some of the presentations were stable; remaining in place for a minute or more. Other presentations displayed rapid changes...within seconds of each other sitters clearly saw the face of an elderly bald-headed gent, a plump faced jolly gent, a fair haired younger man with an elongated features, and a full-length figure of a rotund man dressed in a waistcoat. Many, many more besides...with seldom a pause between.

There was a little communication between sitters and the spirit team on this occasion. Heinz, Henry, Dorothy and Bobby came forward just to say hello. However...the purpose of the seance was for the spirit team to work upon the development of the facial presentations. The evening's demonstration was fascinating to watch.

MAY 20th

2010-05-21T01:31:00.000-07:00

Mainly red lighting conditions. 90 minute seance

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Dave. Margaret. Pam. Lynne.

The seance began with the medium seated in blackout conditions within the closed cabinet. Two songs were played, followed by a period of silence. Spirit then indicated that the red lighting could be switched on, the cabinet opened, and music played with singalong was encouraged. For the main part of the evening the spirit team proceeded to trial 'internal' manipulations of the vessel. Chris noted apparent changes to his breathing and varying depths of his trance state during this time.

The usual facial changes (energy-based masks being presented) occured throughout this period. All sitters afterwards said that they had seen many faces, some maintaining stability for several minutes and none resembling that of the medium's true likeness. The changing size of the appearance of the medium's head and torso was particularly noted...with the face appearing to be that of a rotund jovial figure, followed rapidly by that of an elderly gent with slim elongated features, and then further the face presented with chisselled features, felt to be a Native American.

In all a very interesting evening.

MAY 13th

2010-05-14T01:07:00.000-07:00

Mainly red lighting conditions. 95 minute seance.

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Pam. Dave. Margaret. Alison.

This evening's seance began with a period of approximately fifteen minutes silence whilst seated within blackout conditions at the spirit teams request. Heinz then indicated that the red light could be switched on.

After sitters' eyes had adjusted to the lighting conditions the facial presentations (transfiguration) became effected. Some of the presentations were demonstrated rapidly...others being stable, seeming to remain 'firmly' in place for a few minutes. Sitters watched, fascinated by the changes being presented.

After awhile the peace was broken by Henry, a late-resident of Bridgewater, who chatted with Chris about his interest in the making and consumption of cider! When this light hearted humour faded the sitters enjoyed a gentle sing-along for a few minutes before Bobby's childish tones were heard to join in with their rendition of 'Ten Green Bottles'. Bobby, like Henry, is a regular visitor and member of the spirit team.
Henry: http://www.box.net/shared/6e1jl4k9a8

Other visitors 'seen' regularly within the lodge: http://spirit-chamber-visitors.blogspot.com/

After a short exchange of communication sitters again sat back to watch to the demonstration of transfiguration.
Dorothy came forward later, and although she didn't stay long it was good to hear from her again.

NOTE: It must be said now that the spirit teams transfiguration work is becoming more stable each week, with development towards the projection of the faces becoming more apparent also. Towards the end of the seance, when in fact energies had been building for the period, Heinz asked sitters to hold hands. The final demonstration of the evening was of well-projected energy-based facial presentations. It became obvious that (pending potential further development) that the team could become able to project the energy form sufficiently to 'stand alone'. We cannot hold expectations of this of course, but will instead simply enjoy all that we are presently experiencing. The feeling of well-being whilst seated within the healing energies of the Lodge environment is in itself well worthy of appreciation by all who are given the opportunity of this experience.

A very interesting evening. Lovely!

MAY 7th

2010-05-07T04:14:00.000-07:00

Mainly red lighting conditions. 90 minute seance.

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Margaret. Dave.

A quiet evening with a lot of special visual displays demonstrated by the spirit team. All three sitters recognised a famous face and torso, and further faces were familiarly recognised as having been seen on other occasions within seance conditions. In all the whole experience was interesting and very much enjoyed.

Towards the end of the evening Henry, Dorothy, Bobby, Nigel and Heinz spoke lightly with sitters for a short time.

The developmental progress on this particular occasion was noted as being substantial.

April 29th

2010-04-30T00:01:00.000-07:00

Mainly red lighting conditions. 90 minute seance.

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris.Margaret. David. Dave. Pam.

The evening began with a short period of blackout for just ten minutes, followed by red lighting at the spirit teams request. Heinz was our first communicator and he opened the evening's demonstration of transfiguration. During this time many different faces appeared as a 'blended mask' overlaying the face of the medium. Several of these faces were familiarly recognised as having appeared on previous occasions. They are not people we know (such as 'deceased' relatives)...but of spirit people who are interested in having the opportunity to make an appearance through this form of mediumship. We understand that many within the spirit world wish to make themselves known to us with us in much the same way as we enjoy meeting with them. Gradually, as the facial presentations become more stable it is hoped that relatives may become enabled to visit...but this is for later, not for the immediate future.

NOTE: We have, incidentally, had several relatives and friends visit in this way through other Medium's sitting within the lodge. It has been noted that although this is evidential by the recipient of the visit it is no more evidential to others than the facial presentations witnessed this evening. It is, in fact, the very fact of the facial presentations that is amazing.

Heinz came through later to share social chat with sitters. He mentioned being a middle child of 13 within his family. Dorothy, also a regular communicator, was visually recognised before speaking with sitters. Mr Kinglsey was recognised as an often-seen face, he gave his name in verification of this.

The evening was, as usual, enjoyed by ourselves and the spirit people alike.

UPDATE:
A decision has been made for this Medium to sit beside the cabinet within the Spirit Sanctuary Circle during the blackout evenings (which are currently being held twice monthly). This is because it was noticed earlier this week that Jerry was experiencing spontaneous trance whilst seated near to the cabinet when acting as witness within that Circle. We believe this to be an indication of spirit control, and feel that the spirit team is best placed to know which sitter is most 'useful' to them in any given situation. We feel it likely therefore that Jerry and Jon may be useful to each other's developmental progress and to the ultimate aim of the Circle as a whole. All sitters and Medium's working within the Lodge are equally dedicated to best enabling the demonstration of physical phenomena howsoever this may become enabled.

April 22nd

2010-04-22T23:47:00.000-07:00

Blackout followed by red lighting conditions. 90 minute seance

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Dave. Pam. Lynne. Margaret. David.

The seance began with a period of blackout, which lasted for about 15 minutes before Henry came forward to request red lighting conditions to be set. Henry then went on to chat casually about cider making...the drinking of which seems to be a particular interest of his.
http://www.box.net/shared/n5vvxv0jt8

When Henry withdrew Heinz came forward briefly, followed then by a Major Richards...a new visiting communicator, who told us that he had belonged to a tank regiment.

Bobby was next, and he was closely followed by Nigel...who joked happily for quite some time.
http://www.box.net/shared/0iou5vj7a2

As usual the seance proved an amusing and enjoyable experience.

April 8th

2010-04-09T01:53:00.000-07:00

Mainly red lighting conditions. 90 minute seance.

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Dave. Margaret.

The evening began with a period of silence, in blackout conditions, as requested by the spirit team. Henry then came forward to say that the cabinet curtains could be opened and red lighting set.  For the rest of the seance all sitters had a clear view of the medium seated within cabinet; and all witnessed transfiguration phenomena being demonstrated.

Henry was the first communicator and as usual his joviality was welcomed. He was followed by Heinz, who chatted about the progress being made within the spirit team.

During the evening it was apparent that the spirit team remained unable to communicate clearly whilst transfiguration phenomena was being demonstated. However, a few times during the evening the faces did remain stable with simultaneous communication. This was indicative of some developmental progress, although the team tells us that we will need to remain patient and not build upon expectations of early success. The team also tell us that they are learning in the same way as we are ourselves, and they do not yet know what they are doing!

During one period of quiet the spirit team asked sitters to hold hands, which of course they did.  Many faces became transfigured as the sitters watched.
After this demonstration faded Dorothy's smile indicated her presence, and she was soon chatting with sitters.  As is often the case, Dorothy spoke about historical matters relating to the period of time when she lived upon the earth plane. She told of the sadness at her husband's passing during WW1. He was a young man at that time, and had died in France. She told us that she did not marry again, but had raised their two children alone. Both children, she said, cared for her during her latter years...she passed sometime in the early part of WW2. The sitters enjoy these simple chats with the spirit people, as it brings home the reality of 'what death is'; and when a gentle lady like Dorothy is happy to chat about her life on earth, her family troubles and her passing, we all feel that the two worlds are really not too much divided in reality.

Later in the seance Bobby's childish tones suddenly broke the silence. He laughed at the sitters surprise at his entrance, and said that she will try not to scare us in future in case we all suddenly pass to the other side! His communication continued in this vein, with much laughter shared. He then said that he had a young friend who would like to communicate, but is shy.

Gradually a new voice was heard, quietly saying "hello"... and gradually as his confidence increased he gave his name as Nigel. Chris asked if Nigel could remember where he used to live...and Nigel said that he didn't want to say. Immediately Bobby's voice cut in ...telling Nigel to speak up and not waste the sitters time! Nigel said that he didn't mean to waste time...but didn't want to say when he used to live. The two boys spoke clearly, presenting totally different personalities. The two youngsters continued to argue back and forth, the banter causing sitters to laugh outright. It was frankly hilarious to watch as the medium had no control whatsoever.

Towards the end of the seance a transfigured face became formed strongly. Chris, feeling a compulsion to do so, leant forward towards the cabinet. Her seat is positioned about 3ft from the cabinet, so on this occasion her view brought her to within 2ft of the presented features. The transfigured face was totally unlike the medium's own. The other sitters also saw this clearly and without obstruction. Chris's view was exceptionally clear however, and she was amazed to see that the face remained stable as she was so close, and that it was so clearly unlike the face of the medium. Often within seance conditions, within red light, one cannot help but question the reality of transfiguration...feeling that tricks of the light and personal imagination play a part in what is being seen. On this occasion, Chris was presented with a reality that denied an explanation of imagination or tricks of the light. The gentleman presenting so clearly offered the name of "Kingsley". He too said "Fantastic". There is certainly no better way to describe what Chris saw on this occasion!

This seance in particular will be well remembered by Chris. To see a transfiguration so clearly demonstrated at close proximity was very special indeed.

Thanks must go to Jerry and the sitters this evening...and indeed to all the energies offered by the whole Circle that together enables physical phenomena to become displayed. Thanks to everyone 'alive and dead' who have together made all things possible.

April 1st

2010-04-02T02:17:00.000-07:00

Some blackout and some red lighting. 90 minute seance.

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Margaret. Pam. Dave.

The seance began with a period of silence held within blackout conditions at the spirit team's request. During this time both Chris and Margaret saw some small energy lights towards the cabinet area.

After about 20 minutes Heinz came forward to tell us that we could put the red light on, which we did. This change indicated the beginning of a demonstration of transfiguration. After this various members of the spirit team came forward to chat. Henry was the first communicator...he came forward with a display of his usual jovial personality and his partially drunken humour had all the sitters laughing along with him.

When Henry had left Dorothy's face was seen and recognised, before she spoke of her pleasure at being able to socialise with the sitters.

A gentleman visitor came forward, offering his name as Michael...but he was unable to hold himself firmly in place, so withdrew after a few minutes.

Bobby's smile and childish personality showed as he came next to chat. Again there was a lot of joking and laughter shared between 'them and us'.

Finally Heinz arrived and indicated close of seance. Note: At this point another spirit visitor seemed to be 'hovering'...but at Chris's request her withdrew to allow the seance to close in the manner agreed.

Afterwards sitters agreed that they are very lucky to be able to socialise with spirit people 'across the veil' in such an easy manner.

March 23rd

2010-03-24T00:45:00.000-07:00

40 minutes blackout followed by red lighting condition. 100 minute seance.

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Lynne. Graham.

This evenings seance was again focussed upon supporting development.

During the latter part of the evening the team demonstrated transfiguration phenomena. At this time clear white areas of energy were clearly seen within the cabinet, in particular a column of white light appeared above the vessels head, and seemed connected with the facial demonstrations...sometimes seeming to blend 'back and forth' with them.

Graham felt that there were faces within the column, which 'came down' to overshadow the vessel's own features.

Chris, on the other hand, felt that the faces were forming over the vessels own, and were then 'sliding up' into the white energy column...and may (later on) become presented above, and 'separately' from his face.

Both of these theories are equally irrelevant. The fact is...both witnesses saw clearly presented facial changes, and both saw a white column within the cabinet. The third witness in the group also saw the facial changes.

Later within the seance Henry, Dorothy and Heinz came forward for short chats before the seance closed.

NOTE: Graham later commented that he had last sat in seance with this Medium during November, and that the progress made since then has been amazing. He remarked that the medium now 'stands alone' and the energy blend seems far more stable. The result of this is that the facial presentations demonstrated are also firmer and more stablised.

March 18th

2010-03-23T10:55:00.000-07:00

Part blackout, part red lighting cobditions. 85 minutes seance.

Medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Lynne. Margaret.

A developmental seance with progress being made. The spirit team have requested a period of 30 minutes silence within the next seance as part of their experimental work.

March 11th

2010-03-12T00:43:00.000-08:00

30 minutes blackout followed by red lighting conditions. 100 minute séance

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Lynne. Dave. Pam. Margaret.

This séance began with a period of time within blackout, at the spirit team’s prior request.
This period we understood to be helpful for the work intended and as this evenings experiment was apparently useful we will continue to provide blackout each week until further guidance is given.

After 30 minutes Henry came through to request red lighting conditions be set. We then exchanged some chat with him before Dorothy came forward. Dorothy used to enjoy baking cakes, and one of her favourite puddings was mentioned within séance last week. Lynne had taken the time to bake a similar recipe in cake form…and Dorothy thanked her for this.

When Dorothy left White Feather presented his facial features strongly and clearly. He then came gave guidance regarding the behaviours of mankind and their general disrespect of mother earth.

Bobby came forward after this and joked with sitters as is his habit. We then witnessed a little change from the usual routine:

Michael: http://www.box.net/shared/qzes702azu

There followed a further change to routine. This involved a new spirit person offering messages. The voice used appears to be a blend of direct voice (this projected within the room although was soft in volume). The recording has been volume-enhanced as the audio recorder picked up the lower volume rather than the apparent projected level of sound.

Messages: http://www.box.net/shared/7miul6xpos

The séance then came to a close.

In all, an interesting evening was shared.

March 4th

2010-03-05T01:05:00.000-08:00

Red lighting conditions. 95 minute seance.

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Margaret. Lynne.

The seance began normally and after a short time a variety of faces were seen to be formed over the vessel's own. Most of these faces were unfamiliar although clearly seen, whilst others presented as appearing as a famous person. Some too were stable and we knew we'd seen the same face presented within previous seances.

Following this period of demonstration Henry came forward to advise, in his typical jovial manner, about the setting requirements for the next seance to be held. We understand that each seance is an experiment and trust the spirit team to use the available energy to best effect within the lodge setting. All sitters and spirit teams within the lodge are working towards the stable development repeatable demonstration of physical phenomena: http://www.box.net/shared/240a1p93et

During the evening other members of the regular spirit team came forward for a social chat with sitters. Bobby, Heinz, and Dorothy each came through. Dorothy chatted with sitters about steam puddings and corsets! Although this type of communication is lighthearted fun and far from being a high level of spiritual communication it is nevertheless as welcome. After all, each one of us will pass; and it is hoped that we too will be welcomed to communicate with friends when our time comes. When we pass we will not all suddenly become beings of advanced development. http://www.box.net/shared/240a1p93et

A new visitor also came forward and told us that his name was Bert, but on this occasion, although we saw his face clearly and will be able to recognise him again, he said nothing about himself during his first visit.

A lovely evening with many smiles shared.

February 25th

2010-02-26T07:50:00.000-08:00

Mainly red lighting conditions. 80 minute seance.

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Lynne. Sandy. Dave. Pam. Guest.

The seance began as usual. After a short time it was made clear that the spirit team were working on the development of facial projection (transfiguration) and also sounds recognised as being the initial stages of direct voice were heard (as within the three previous seances).

After awhile Henry came forward for a social chat, and in response to a question asked, gave his opinion of progression within the spirit world: http://www.box.net/shared/qkj264tet3

Henry was followed by Dorothy, who joined in with the subject, to discuss the matter with our guest sitter: http://www.box.net/shared/1dih7jv5p3

The mood became lighter when Bobby came through and encouraged sitters to singalong to Ten Green Bottles (his favourite song): http://www.box.net/shared/q608b5t956

Finally there were further facial presentations from White Feather, followed by a chat with Heinz, who explained that White Feather did not wish to communicate through the vessel's voice box. This may have been an indication that White Feather is instrumental in the Direct Voice development work. We will learn more about this as things progress.

In all a fun filled seance, with some further development being made.

February 18th

2010-02-19T12:08:00.001-08:00

Mainly red lighting conditions. 85 minute seance.

Transfiguration medium: Jerry.

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Lynne. Pam. Dave. Guest.

The seance began as usual, and the facial presentations were apparent as soon as the cabinet curtains were opened (after the third piece of music). The energy within the cabinet was visually apparent throughout the seance, and was readily seen by the guest sitter, who had never previously attended a seance.

Guest spirit people included members of the regular spirit team...Heinz, Bobby, Henry and Dorothy. Mr Dobson also came forward, he had visited several months previously. There was another visitor, who had been several times previously, and who presented in quite stable form, recognised by Chris....but, as on previous occasions, he again proved unable to spoeak through the vessel, so was unable to give us his name or tell us anything about himself.

The spirit team continues to progress with developments. On this occasion they requested that 'next time' we sit we shoudl sit with the cabinet closed for two songs, then to open the cabinet, dim the ligfht, and trun off the music...this to be effected for several minutes as part of their experimental work.

As always, we look forward to the next seance with interest.

February 16th

2010-02-16T22:53:00.000-08:00

Red lighting conditions. 90 minute seance.

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Lynne. Margaret.

This evening's seance began with a singalong, during which time the spirit team displayed a variety of faces, some projecting well. Most were unrecognised, being appropriately various, so as to define the factual nature of appearance change.

As the seance progressed Henry, Dorothy, Heinz and Bobby each came forward for a social chat with sitters. All four were visually recognised prior to them speaking.

Interestingly during this seance some general sounds were heard; that were possibly indicative of the potential development of a voice channel being created within the medium (aside from the vessels own). However, it is too soon to be certain of this. Also, we are aware that each seance is an experiment and a learning experience for ourselves and the spirit team. As within our world, not all that is attempted reaches fruition. It is the experience gained from trying which brings learning...rather than the actuality of completion.

A very gentle and enjoyable evening, with social blending and trust between the spirit team and ourselves becoming more clearly apparent.

February 11th

2010-02-11T13:41:00.000-08:00

Varied lighting conditions. 80 minute seance.

Tranfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Lynne. Pam. Dave.

The seance began with three pieces of music being played within red lighting conditions, with the cabinet curtains closed. These were then opened and the room switched to blackout. This was at the request of the spirit team, for the purpose experimentation. After a short time, perhaps 10 minutes, red lighting was restored and the evening proceeded with demonstrations of transfiguration.

White Feather, Dorothy, Heinz, Henry and Bobby are all now readily recognised by Chris (she sits most often and is therefore most familiar with both the facial presentations and the personalities of the regular spirit visitors). Lynne recognises the personalities, but not yet the faces.

During this seance a child spirt came forwards briefly, offering her name as Katie. Another visitor, who gave his name as Craig, appeared upset at his own demise. He was a soldier, and was killed about six months ago. He wished to get a message to Melanie, who he misses very much. We were later assured that Craig, and others who find themselves suddenly in a situation of sudden passing, will be supported by those within the spirit world.

An interesting evening, and one that offered much food for thought.

February 4th

2010-02-04T14:12:00.000-08:00

Red lighting conditions. 80 minute seance.

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitter and witness: Chris

This evening was a 1-2-1 stting for the purpose of development. The spirit team therefore experimented with the energies in different ways. The faces, which have of late become stable and readily recognisable became changed on this occasion as the team practised projection and other forms of manipulation. Several times during this period the face seemd to slide to one side, as if 'peeling away' from the medium's own. The various presentations were fascinating to watch.

On a lighter note communicators Bobby, Dorothy, Heinz, White Feather, Henry, and the gentleman in the wheelchair came forward to say 'hello'.

The team have requested a period of blackout and silence within the next seance held. We will of course honour this request.

January 28th

2010-01-29T00:14:00.001-08:00

Red lighting conditions. 85 minute seance.

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Margaret. Lynne.

The seance began as usual with the cabinet closed during the first three songs before being opened. The new CD proved beneficial, with the singalong music being enjoyed by the sitters and spirit visitors alike.

To begin with various facial presentations were clearly apparent. During this time the presented features were unlike each other. Larger heads, smaller heads, tall people, short people, fat and thin, all became presented. The familiar shape of Sir.W was seen during the wartime singalong with Max Bygraves.

Soon recognised visitors made their presence known. Dorothy came to say how much she had enjoyed the nostalia of the wartime music and the memories this evoked, she fondly remembered the bonds of friendship brought about by the otherwise negative experience of war. Henry later came through to sing with Adge Cutler 'I am a cider drinker'. Heinz welcomed sitters. White Feather presented his strong facial features, and the team said that he will be playing a more active role within the group as time goes on. The disabled gentleman, who spent his final years of earthy life in a wheelchair can forward too. Other faces presented strongly, the personalities of these potential communicators not yet recognised.

The spiirt team pulled out all the stops tonight, it was an exceptionally enjoyable evening and the progress of this medium's development is astounding.

Note from Chris:

This seance was exceptionally social, and it effectively bridged any space between what is often referred to as being 'the two worlds'. Sitters and spirit people joined together in a relaxed atmosphere, chatting about everyday matters, until there was really very little 'gap' between us. We could all see each other and we all could speak together. Again, as often within seance, we wonder why mankind creates unnecessary boundaries. The lodge is a social venue offering the potential opportunity for two-way spiritual communication to those on both 'sides' that wish to meet together for a chat. There are no chanting rituals, no opportunity for fraud, no media hype and silliness. The lodge is simply a social club.

There may later be spiritual teachings within the lodge, there may be meetings with relatives and friends; to date within the Spirit Chamber circle these have not been experienced but no matter. The fact is we see people who are not currently living in 'our world'...they remember their lives whilst in ours and talk to us about their current situation. The evidence of continuing life is offered through such basic social interaction. Long may we continue to enjoy our meetings...and why not...'they' were 'like us' once and we will be 'like them' soon. I just hope that when my time comes there will be a lodge open to my visit.

January 21st

2010-01-21T14:14:00.000-08:00

Red lighting conditions. 90 minute seance.

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Lynne.

The seance began as usual, with the cabinet curtains closed for the period of three songs. When opned the facial transfiguration soon became clear to see. Several of the presentations were stable and five individual faces were recognised as being those of regular spirit visitors, who were then welcomed by name purely as a result of this recognition, no voice being presented until visual recognition had been made.

Regular communicators included Heinz, Henry, Dorothy, White Feather and Bobby. A few others also came forward, which added even further interest to the evening.

This medium has been sitting in the lodge for only a couple of months, and with the Christmas break in between we had not expected such a rate of development to have occured. Needless to say, we are already looking forward to the next seance!

January 14th

2010-01-14T13:58:00.000-08:00

Red lighting conditions. 85 minute seance.

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Jon.

The seance began as usual, with the cabinet curtains closed for the duration of three songs, before being opened and the red light set. After a few mintes, as is needed for the energies to settle after the opening of the curtains, the transfiguration demonstration began. Many faces became displayed. Some stablised and remained stable for up to 12 seconds, most being stable for 6 to 8 seconds. Sometimes the facial presentations, although of many different shapes and sizes, changed swiftly, almost within the blink of an eye. The energy within the cabinet was visibly apparent throughout, and often felt to be extended into the room. The temperature within the lodge was notably chilly despite the electric radiator being on its full setting (the lodge measures only 10ft x 12ft, is lined with two layers of plasterboard, has a carpeted floor, and with the doorway sealed by a double-thickness blackout curtain it is not draughty).

Communication, as usual within the Spirit Chamber seances, was secondary to the transfiguration display. The spirit team are focussing upon the development of facial presentation as a priority. However, some regular visitors, Henry, Bobby, Heinz, White Feather and Dorothy came forward for a chat, they seemed keen to say hello as they hadn't met Jon before because he's usually kept busy within his own circle, Spirit Sanctuary.

Aside from the regular visitors another gentleman, Alfred, came through for a chat and a few other spirit people attempted to communicate, but were unable to do so effectively at this stage, although in a few cases facial presentations appeared stable during their attempts.

This was a fascinating seance with plenty going on. Although sitters within the lodge hold no expectations, as no promise of any phenomena can be made, the spirit team seldom let us down, and tonight was no exception.

January 12th

2010-01-12T13:53:00.000-08:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR

Red lighting conditions. 80 minute seance.

Transfiguration Medium: Jerry

Sitter and witness: Chris

The seance began as usual with the cabinet closed for a period of time before being opened. Almost as soon as the energies had settled communication began. Transfiguration was also clearly demonstrated.

To explain further just what transfiguration 'can do': During this seance, as Chris watched from a distance of about 5ft...no more than this... in clear red lighting conditions, the facial presentation of the medium became that of Sir Winston Churchill. This presentation became most clearly defined as this gentleman's appearance stabilised to become absolute. The medium's upper body took on a similarly recognisable appearance of this gentleman.'s figure. All of this was clearly visible, simply and stunningly complete and the presentation remained as described for over a minute. Amazing!

Soon after this demonstration (there were many other faces to be seen throughout the evening) a more local personality, Henry, came forward for a chat. A regular visitor, late from Bridgewater, he was most welcome. This regular spirit guest was followed by many others.

Dorothy, another regular spirit visitor, shared her memories of Christmas, before Heinz came to chat about the spirit teams progress. These two were followed by a visitor giving his name as White Feather, who presented his face clearly whilst also communicating. Afterwards Bobby came through to share some lighthearted banter. A few other visitors came forward to add their good wishes...their names now unimportant, their cheerful well wishes much appreciated.

This seance enabled a gathering of friends to meet for the pure joy of being able to do so, and all shared a wonderful start to 2010.

December 17th

2009-12-17T14:41:00.000-08:00

Red lighting conditions. 80 minute seance.

Transfiguration Medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Alan.

The seance began with the first 45 minutes spent quietly. Jerry seated in the closed cabinet with Chris and Alan sitting 'observing'. During this time both sitters felt that they were far from alone, with shadowy movements being apparent within the area.

Following this developmental period the cabinet curtains were opened and transfiguration phenomena was demonstrated. Both sitters saw many faces, some more clearly presented than others. A variety of communicators came forwards, although on this occasion (unusually) the energies appeared rather unstable.

Notes: Interestingly after the seance Jerry mentioned that his cough, recently proving a problem, seemed to have disappeared. Alan mentioned that, during the seance, his consciousness was wavering. So it became clear that the spirit team were working, somehow, in less obvious ways.

As always, the seance was interesting and we look forward to the next meeting of this circle, which will be on January 7th 2010.

News: From the start of 2010 Jerry will be acting as circle leader within the Spirit Sanctuary circle in turn with Chris.

December 10th

2009-12-10T14:14:00.000-08:00

Mainly blackout conditions. 70 minute seance.

Transfiguration Medium: Jerry (seated in closed cabinet)

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Lynne.

The seance began according to prior decision, with the blackout conditions set for 40 minutes. During this time music played and sitters relaxed happily within the pleasantly familiar setting of the lodge.

After this period, with the cabinet remaining closed, dim red lighting was put in place. Spirit child Bobby then came forward to say how much fun he was having. As he withdrew Heinz came forward to discuss the more serious 'business' side of the seance.

Heinz told us that as all seances are experimental, the team, after trying blackout, would prefer to use red lighting, only perhaps more dimmed that has been usually applied to date. The cabinet to be closed for the time being. Chris suggested that this set up might best be effected on alternating weeks, with clear red lighting conditions and the open cabinet to be utlilised on the second week, so as to continue with the presentation of transfiguration phenomena. This agreement was set.

Guidance from Heinz regarding the experimental work (communication enabled through trance control): http://www.box.net/shared/dxlvv45l0c

Finally, before Heinz withdrew he asked for 5 minutes of silence to be held before the closing music could be played. Again, this was agreed, and the two sitters waited patiently for the time to pass.

The red light, which is a domed red lamp screwed firmly to a wooden board that has a dimmer switch control attached to it, was placed as usual, near to Chris's feet. In this instance her right foot was 6 inches away from the board. So it was very interesting when, about 2 minutes into the silent period, the red light dimmed all by itself.

As agreed, after five minutes of silence the closing music was played and the seance came to an end.

The spirit teams control of the lighting is a positive indication of their ability and intent to work with us. We are delighted with this presented phenomena.

NOTE:
The Spirit Chamber circle has been sitting together for less then two months and are currently needing two more compatible and dedicated sitters. Should any reader be interested in this project, and be available to sit within a friendly group every Thursday evening, please contact Chris. No previous experience is necessary, but an open mind is essential.

December 8th

2009-12-08T14:14:00.000-08:00

Blackout for first 15 minutes, followed by red lighting. 75 minute seance.

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Lynne. Graham. Margaret.

The seance began unusually. This was due to guidance received from the spirit team to the effect that blackout should be set for the period of four songs. This suggestion was, of course, acted upon.

Following the short period of blackout red lighting conditions were put in place. On this occasion the camera was being used on an experimental basis for evaluation purposes. It was hoped that the many faces displayed, and clearly seen by the sitters, would be stable enough to be captured on video.

NOTE: After close of seance the video was replayed and watched on the TV. Minor 'strange effects' were noted, but nothing sufficiently clear to be evidential. This was not disappointing, as we all sit in order to witness phenomena for ourselves. To record these events would be nice, but not really necessary. After all we are well aware that photographic evidence of spirit enabled physical phenomena is most often readily declared fraudulent by anyone who hasn't witnessed the actuality of the presentation for themselves.

December 3rd

2009-12-03T13:51:00.000-08:00

Red lighting conditions. 70 minute seance.

Transfiguration Medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Lynne.

The seance began as usual, with the cabinet remaining closed for the period of three songs. After this, with the cabinet opened, the presentation of many faces commenced. Some of the faces were fleeting, others were stable for a period of 5 seconds or so. All were clearly seen. There was also a period when the facial definition became changed and the facial features all appeared blended. It looked as if the face had become covered in play doh...and had been squashed! Basically the medium's own features were all blended together, with no definition of nose, eyes or mouth. Very odd!

Aside from the facial presentations various known members of the spirit team came forward to say hello, as did several newcomers. The newcomers were clearly casual visitors just wishing to experience the opportunity to communicate. As usual we welcomed all communicators, as we realise those on the spirit plain are learning and progressing just as we are.

A lovely seance with clear developmental progress being made.

November 27th

2009-11-27T00:49:00.000-08:00

Red lighting conditions. 80 minute seance.

Transfiguration medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Lynne.

This evening clear developmental progress was made. The facial presentations were clearly seen and stable. The voices enabled through communicators were varied and interesting.

During the evening small lights were seen within the cabinet, one particularly noticed clearly for a short time on the back wing of the fabric chair. Misty white 'energy fuzz' within the cabinet appeared fluid, but also upon occasion formed undefined but clear shapes.

Communication, from several spirit people, as well as the regular team members, was great fun.
Heinz, the medium's main guide and gatekeeper, came forward first, followed by new communicator 'Henry'. Soon after this a farmhand from Bridgewater came through for a social chat.

It should be said that the Bristol Spirit Lodge circle welcomes all friendly communication from those who tell us that they live within the spirit world. Those who, we feel, to be much like ourselves, are welcomed because they are able to empathies with our mundane concerns and questions around the matter of living and dying. Whereas those who have been within the spirit world for a greater period, have usually evolved to higher plane, and are welcomed for their knowledge and wisdom. Basically, within the lodge, we set out to welcome all that wish to work in Love and Light.

As Chris says...at some point she hopes to work to communicate from the other side; and if a Circle is restricted to receiving communication only from 'a higher order' she'll never get through! Obviously, this may incite other circles to set their intent accordingly : )

Henry: http://www.box.net/shared/gqli3fiss6

Farmhand: http://www.box.net/shared/qe6cm8kras

Mr Godfrey: http://www.box.net/shared/63xzo27rq0

A lovely fun filled seance, very much enjoyed by all.

November 20th

2009-11-20T14:05:00.001-08:00

As last week it had been decuded for Jerry to sit on a 1-2-1 basis with Chris. The sitting lasted for 70 minutes.

The sitting began in red lighting conditions, with Jerry seated in the closed cabinet for 45 minutes whilst music was played. During this period little was heard. Chris saw energy lights and 'felt' movements within the room, but without a second witness present such phenomena is open to question.

When the cabinet was opened at the end of the previously agreed period of time Chris saw that Jerry's trance condition was presented in a manner recognisable through her experience as being spirit-controlled. After the seance Jerry described an unfamiliar feeling of being unable himself to control trance.

Note: A trance state can be experienced in many ways. Most medium's first develop trance through meditation. They learn to develop their focus so as to cause trance to become deeper. Trance may also be spontaneously induced by Spirit. Within this evening's seance Jerry experienced Spirit control of trance/ altered state of consciousness. He felt a loss of control. This was not alarming, but rather a peaceful and relaxing experience.

A great step forward towards the progressive development of physical mediumship.

November 19th

2009-11-19T14:13:00.001-08:00

Red lighting conditions. 75 minute seance.

Transfiguration Medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Lynne. Barbara, Brenda.

The seance began as previously decided, with the cabinet curtains closed for the duration of three songs, with the sitters remaining quietly relaxed. As neither Barbara nor Brenda had sat in seance conditions previously Chris found it interesting to note that they appeared to be totally at ease despite their unfamiliar setting. This was confirmed after the seance.

When the three songs ended, the cabinet curtains were opened and within a few minutes the transfiguration demonstration was under way. Both new sitters saw the many facial changes and also the energy lights within the cabinet area. The facial presentations were more stable than the previous week, which indicates progression in the development process.

Towards the latter part of the seance three communicators came forward. Heinz we'd met previously, and Bobby also. George was unfamiliar to us, but had been recognised by the medium as a spirit person that had visited about a year ago during a sitting elsewhere, so we hope to hear from him again.

A lovely seance and much enjoyed by all.

November 13th

2009-11-13T13:53:00.000-08:00

As previously planned, a 1-2-1 sitting was held this evening. The duration of the seance was 50 minutes, with the cabinet closed throughout. Small 'voice' sounds were heard now and then, but no clear phenomena was recorded. Development will continue.

November 12th

2009-11-12T14:05:00.000-08:00

Red lighting conditions. 85 minute seance.

Transfiguration Medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Ben. Lynne.

The seance began with the first three pieces of music being played with the cabinet curtains closed. This plan had been agreed with the spirit team beforehand. The curtains were then opened and the transfiguration development became displayed.

The faces demonstrated were many and various. The torso of the vessel also appeared changed in width and height. The height of the vessel changed too. Both these latter phenomena were 'new'. In all the display was fascinating and impressive.

Several short breaks were taken within the transfiguration work, when Heinz, an unrecognised visitor and finally Bobby each came forward for a chat with sitters.

During his period of communication Heinz said that he felt it might be helpful for the cabinet curtains to remain closed for a longer period, as the team would like to attempt the development of extended voice phenomena.

A very interesting seance, with progress being made.

NOTE: After the seance Chris and Jerry arranged to sit together on an 'extra' occasion, separate from the Spirit Chamber circle, so as to trial the cabinet curtains remaining closed for a period of 40 minutes, to allow for the team to experiment. All seances are a learning experience and adjustments will be made according to guidance from the spirit team.

November 5th

2009-11-06T00:46:00.000-08:00

Red lighting conditions. 80 minute seance.

Medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Dave. Lynne. Ian.

Upon guidance from Jerry's spirit team we had agreed for the cabinet to be closed for the duration of three songs, before the curtain to then be opened. This would best enable the stabilising of energy around the vessel. Sitting in red light being the preference of the spirit team, this was set in place.

Jerry experienced quite a profound and rapid depth of trance as he afterwards commented that he had been unaware of the opening prayer being spoken (shortly after the closing of the cabinet curtains).

Throughout the seance small energy lights, energy haze, foggy mist and other 'gentle' light presentations were noted by two of the sitters.

The seance proceeded with three songs being played, then upon opening the cabinet curtain the clear presentation of 'faces' was seen by all. The faces appear deeply, and many extend in 3D mode, 'standing out from' the face of the medium himself. This was clearly seen by all who watched. Even Lynne, who seldom sees such presentations, saw them clearly.

Alongside, and occasionally accompanying the facial phenomena, trance communication became enabled. Two spirit guides, familiar to the medium, came forward. One guide being the main 'organiser' of the team. The other, Bobby, came through to add a fun element to the occasion. http://www.box.net/shared/5ex760yy4o

Aside from recognisable communicators now and then a 'new' spirit person made their presence known, although none of these actually spoke, one gentle soul sang softly and offered love to all. Unfortunately due to background sounds the audio recording was unclear at this point.

A lovely seance. We look forward to next week!

NOTE: It was November 5th and therefore external noises were apparent. However, upon re-playing the audio recording there are some tapping sounds that appear unusual. Time will tell.

October 23rd

2009-10-23T00:55:00.000-07:00

Red lighting conditions. 75 minute seance.

Medium: Jerry

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Margaret. Lynne. Sandy.

It is the general practise within the lodge for regular sitters to sit periodically in support of all the various mediums. This practise enables energy to become best blended and ensures stability 'across the board'.

The first communicator came forward to explain his role as leader of the spirit team. He explained the intent of the team to demonstrate stable transfiguration, with associated communication given time.

'Dorothy' came through, saying she had not tried this experience before. She said that it was strange to find herself within a male body! Chris joked that it might be best not to look down! Dorothy responded with a laugh before saying that it was very pleasant, and that it was good to have a man experiencing some of what we women have to put up with! Dorothy's presence faded rather abruptly, as sometimes occurs in such conditions.

An extended period for the demonstration of transfiguration followed. Facial changes were clearly seen by all. Two sitters reported seeing movement to the cabinet side curtains. Two also reported seeing small spiirt lights. General, and familiarly recognised, energy 'fizz' and 'mist' was seen in the cabinet area. One sitter, who had taken particular interest in the energy closest to the floor reported that the medium's shoe laces (placed under his chair) had become re-positioned beyond doubt.

Towards the end of the seance Bobby came through for a social chat with sitters. Bobby plays a valuable part in the process of energy building. When asked what he does when not within seance conditions he declared in apparent surprise that he couldn't remember! He said that when he entered the energy he forgot! We sitters have the same problem....often arriving eager with questions to ask and then forgetting them totally!

A lovely seance, much appreciated by all.

October 15th

2009-10-16T02:34:00.000-07:00

Red lighting conditions. 70 minute seance.

Medium: Jerry (seated in open cabinet)

Sitters and witnesses: Chris. Lynne. Shirley. Phil.

This seance was held with Jerry in the cabinet, as it had been previously decided for him to trial the cabinet and perhaps sit there on alternate weeks with Shirley, for the mutual support and development of both mediums. Tonight's seance was therefore held on an experimental basis, without expectations.

Jerry had previously enjoyed personal experiences of trance mediumship, so no-one was surprised when this situation became demonstrated. His accompanying facial transfiguration was exceptionally clear.

The communication this evening began with an unclear voice being heard as the communicator struggled to be understood. As the sitters knew nothing about this person we asked for a name and some background information:

He gave his name as Heinz and said that he came from Austria. He said that he lived near a lake, with hills around the lake. He had a hard life, hard times. Life wasn't easy for anyone. It was ok if you had money, but otherwise you had a hard life. He didn't want to remember his lifetime as he tried not to remember his sad experiences. "Life is cruel, how can people do it to one another? We are all human beings but the cruelty goes on".

Heinz doesn't want to remember his life on earth as the cruelty makes him angry. Where he is now, he said, he can have classical music and he is always warm and you can hear music and it's all nice, and he has no worries. He spoke of his passing, when his body was worn out, he fell asleep and was then in a new place and he felt peaceful. 1845 came to his mind.

Heinz was a lovely gentle man with a smile on his face, and we look forward to meeting him again. When he withdrew, very shortly a second communicator came forward.

Again we asked the communicator to tell us a little about himself so that we might build up a picture of his personality and recognise him should he visit again.This friend said that the communication was a pleasure, a new experience for him. He gave his name as Daniel and said that he enjoys whisky and water, although he drank in moderation.

Daniel said that he used to live south of Shropshire, in the countryside. He had a wife and two children. This children had a governess. He was well to do. He knew what he wanted and where he was going. He was a farmer and he had loads of labour, and he treated them right. 1700's. He had thatchers working and the machinery was just coming in. Wars took a lot of his lads....and he complained that it was then difficult to get the work done. He passed when he was 70, a good age then. Those less well off did not live such long lives, the disease and cold took their toll.

Discussing his passing, he said that it was strange, there was no getting away from that!
However, he soon got used to it. His body was a hindrance, with aches and pains. He has no pain now. It is also more practical not to have a body. Pure energy takes up less space! He has maintained his personality, and he can do whatever he wants, so he prefers life as it is, for him, now. When asked if he'd like to return to live in physical form he said some do, but he doesn't understand why they do. He wouldn't want to!

As Daniel withdrew it became apparent that another spirit person was present, a child, giving his name as Bobby. He said he was 8. He chose to maintain himself at that age. He only went to school sometimes, because it was the war. He used to hide under the table (he made bombing noises to demonstrate). He said a bomb hit the table and he was over the other side! He said his life was enjoyable, but the table couldn't stand up to the bomb (more bombing sounds to illustrate this). His mother passed with him. His father was in the war and was shot.

Describing his life Bobby said that he had a chamber pot under the bed and he had to carry it downstairs and try not to spill it. He said they grew brilliant rhubarb! He had an outside privy, in the garden. Food was fresh. His mother made bread and it was fresh. Milk was fresh and a man with a horse and cart delivered it in a churn, Bobby took a jug to collect it. He enjoyed bread and dripping, he liked that. He liked bread and milk too. He remembered someone making toffee and once he had gingerbread. But due to rationing those things were rare treats. He is currently very happy, he plays, and he has a lot of people around him.

The next communicator appeared to be struggling, but due to our unfamiliarity with this medium and his team, we didn't know in what way or what was happening. Following this short period of delay (for the development of presentation) there was a clear demonstration of transfiguration. This was very stable and exceptionally clear.

Following this demonstration Chris felt that the seance should be closed as it was an initial trial and we didn't wish to 'push our luck' by displaying further expectations of the medium and/or the spirit team supporting him.

We look forward to further seances and have decided to start this new site to best enable a reader to follow reports of development.