
07/17/2025
GSV 2025 Fall Conference
What Is Mine To Do?: Polyspiritual Portals Into The New Age
September 25–28, 2025
The Mountain Retreat and Learning Center, Highlands NC
Convener: Gregory Joseph
Keynote Speaker: Anthony Dissen
Register Now! https://gayspiritvisions.org/.../fall.../fall-register/
Hello Beloveds!
Get ready for an inspiring Fall Conference! The workshop proposals are coming in—finding agency, divination with bones, kinky power, meditation & visualization—who’s next? You won't want to miss this conference, a transformative time dedicated to exploring our essence, our gifts, and our purpose.
Throughout time, cultures, and space, we've inhabited sacred roles in societies—though somewhere along the way, that got a bit perverted (and not in the fun sense!)🥴. We will gather as the sacred beings we are, to create a collective space that illuminates our diverse spiritual traditions and the wisdom they hold. One of these roles is the Aquarian archetype.
What is the Age of Aquarius? https://www.almanac.com/what-age-aquarius
“The Age of Aquarius is not something leftover from the ‘hippie’ movement of the 1960s. Astrologically, this Great Age will accompany a couple of thousand years of harmony, egalitarianism, and understanding.” There is no agreement on when it begins (anywhere from 1447 CE to 3597 CE), but many say it’s already here. I feel it’s here. What do you think?
Want the q***r Aquarian story? Check out Shokti’s version.
https://rainbowmessenger.blog/the-q***r-age-of-aquarius/
I've been following an app called The Pattern, which gives real time insights into the collective and individual astrology, and here's what it said this week: “The convergence of major planetary shifts in 2025 marks one of the most significant astrological periods in modern history. A time when our collective choices about how to use our expanding capabilities could set the course for generations to come…. 2025 is asking you, if not forcing you, to become a conscious participant in your own growth, in your own evolution, and to step up in a new way as a human being.” How are you preparing?
Here's one way: a message from the stars to connect with your innate power amidst the rapid shifting all around us. Try this meditation for Divine Courage & Strength. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPhKazWogxA
Keynote Speaker
Anthony Dissen https://www.dranthonydissen.com/will be sharing the following magic with us with some powerful keynote presentations and a special workshop. For a sneak peek into his offerings, check this out! https://docs.google.com/.../1CsJxfZRTJB0DInZHrbLu.../edit...
Call for Workshops, Playshops, and Creative Sessions! Due July 20!
The deadline is fast approaching! Please complete the Google Form below to submit an interactive and experiential workshop/playshop proposal. We are looking for the following topics aligned with the conference theme: divination practices, self-inquiry activities, healing practices, relationship and sexual healing, activism/community organizing, diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism work, ecojustice, sexual identity and gender justice, interfaith lessons and practices, new age consciousness, indigenous wisdom, and more!
If you have an idea but are unsure of how to form it into a workshop, reach out! Workshop ideas are welcome from everybody! Newcomers welcome, no need to be a professional presenter or ‘expert.’ I can't guarantee we will accept all submissions, but we'll do our best to provide a variety of options that align with the conference theme and the time and space available in the program. We have space for approximately 15–18 offerings. Thank you for your service!
Please complete and submit your proposal submission by July 25. Note: This is earlier than usual so that we have more time to prepare the program. If you need more time, please reach out to me.
Session Application (Google Form)
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSfaMNf5HhHyjT.../viewform
Read on for more details and get ready to connect with a community that's ready to step through the portals into the New Age, where our gifts are part of building the beautiful world to come.
Hang in there,💖
Gregory Joseph (they/he)
GSV 2025 Fall Conference Convener
P.S. You can find out more about me here: Gregory Joseph. https://www.gregoryjoseph.love/
Scholarship Information and Application Deadline
Financial assistance in the form of scholarships is available. The financial assistance application submission deadline is September 11 at 5:00 p.m. ET. We hope that anyone who resonates with our mission and community, and who has the desire to attend, can join us at our gatherings. To that end we offer financial assistance through the Raven Wolfdancer Financial Assistance Fund. Please go to the Financial Assistance page https://gayspiritvisions.org/financial_assistance/ on the Gay Spirit Visions website for more information and for a link to the GSV financial assistance application form. Remember, the financial assistance application submission deadline is September 11 at 5:00 p.m. ET.
Registration
Registration for the GSV 2025 Fall Conference is now open! Please begin the registration process by clicking the button below. All questions about registration should be directed to The Mountain – [email protected] – Phone: (828)-526-5838.
4 Day/3 Night Package (Thursday through Sunday)
Bunk House (shared room up to 4 people) $315.00 + tax
Lodge or Duplex Cabin (double occupancy) $375.00 + tax
Single Occupancy (private room)—See new information below.
For All Rooms, Add Required GSV Program Fee $100.00
Check out the Registration System for Optional Extra Night Before (Wednesday Night) and/or After (Sunday Night) the Conference.
Registration closes on Thursday, September 11 at 5:00 p.m. ET. We remind you that recent fall conferences have reached capacity long before registration closes, so you are encouraged to register as soon as possible.
Accessibility Needs
Participants needing accessible accommodations are encouraged to register early.
All Single Occupancy (private rooms) for the 2025 GSV Fall Conference are for people with medical needs. These rooms are very limited in number and will be assigned based on need and availability. For Single Occupancy (private room) consideration, email James Williamson, Booking Coordinator/Guest Services. Email: [email protected]
Register Now! https://gayspiritvisions.org/.../fall.../fall-register/