VCON is Greater Vancouver's annual science fiction & fantasy convention.
Guests of Honour are Kelley Armstrong (Author), Patrick Rothfuss (Author), Lisa Snellings (Artist), James Ernest (Gaming), and Dr. Jaymie Matthews (Science), with Michael Walsh (Toastmaster). Also Attending: Don DeBrandt, Lynne Fahnestalk, Eileen Kernaghan, Jeanne Robinson, Spider Robinson, Robert J. Sawyer, Lisa Smedman.
Three days of programming, plus Art Show, Book Launch, Breakfast Buffet, Dance, Dealers Room, Elron Awards, Fan Club Tables, Filk Music, Games Room, Hospitality Suite, Kidcon, Masquerade, Parties & Meetups, Turkey Readings, Voodoo Board.
Pre-registration rates (till 15 Sep) are Adult: $50, Student: $38, Child 7-12 years: $25, and Gamer-only: $40. Children 6 years and under are free. Payment in US$ accepted at par. After 15 Sep, on-site registration only at $60/$45/$30. One-day memberships available on-site.
Venue: Compass Point Inn, 9850 King George Highway, Surrey, BC, Canada V3T 4Y3
Many people today don't understand what spirituality is or the true nature of spiritual practice. Even some people who are doing spiritual work, Yoga for example, don't even understand why and what the real purpose of it is. Metaphysics is the forgotten element of spiritual life. It represents the vertical dimension of spirituality addressing the fate of the human soul. Within today's New Age environment, a fascination with occult science, magic, and Shamanism leads people horizontally through life without a genuine spiritual basis. Metaphysics leads us to a practice which defines our position in the Universe, why we are here. It is the main motivator in spiritual practice, without which there is no drive, and we miss the big picture.
The Metaphysical Workshop is a spiritual eye-opener, an excellent introduction to anyone who might be interested in anything spiritual. It is meant to be a motivator, to provide aspiration, to highlight the existential condition, to give a meaning to and ground for true spiritual practice. It can change your life, opening a new door in your world. The hope is that participants will gain the right motivation for spirituality, the basis to start a practice with the right understanding, and for the right cause.
