Dreams and images offer a bridge between the divine and human realms. Important luminous dreams have been recorded in cultures around the world, and in most religious traditions. This experiential and spiritually grounded workshop invites participants into a deeper relationship with their dreams—especially those dreams that arrive with clarity, guidance, or a sense of divine or luminous presence. We will begin with a centering practice followed by an overview of the functions of dreams in the human psyche and a look at a range of methods for working with dreams. We will look at a few examples of luminous dreams in scripture in which the divine communicated or offered gifts of the Spirit to the dreamer and the dreamer’s community.
Using Focusing, we will explore our own dreams and inner images. Through guided meditation, active imagination, Focusing, and reflection, participants will be invited to reconnect with their own luminous dreams or images. Small-group sharing will offer a supportive container for listening, discernment, and mutual encouragement. Allowing the dream to carry forward inside us in an embodied way enables us to receive the gift of the dream more fully. This can reveal new insights into the messages of the dream. Drawing on contemplative practice, psychological insight, and biblical tradition, this webinar will explore how luminous dreams can serve as gifts for healing, discernment, and faithful action.
This workshop is being delivered by Marcelle Martin, a Quaker teacher, author and spiritual director. Marcelle is a PUPA Focusing Trainee with Coordinator Annette Dubreuil.
Objectives:
Introduce learners to luminous dreams and methods of exploring the gifts they offer.
Practice using Focusing along with other methods of dreamwork.
Help participants more fully receive the gift in one of their luminous dreams or inner images.
This online workshop will be delivered live virtually on Zoom and use breakout rooms for sharing experiences. The workshop will also be recorded and made available later to participants. The recording will also be made available to PUPA Trainees (in the Certification program). Given the workshop format, if you choose, you can remain unseen and unheard for the main session portion, and use video or audio for the breakout room practice. View the full recording policy.
Workshop Details
Date and Time of live workshop: Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 12-2 pm Eastern Time
Format: Online via Zoom
Who can benefit: This workshop is designed for Focusers of all levels who want to explore luminous dreams using Focusing to receive more fully the gift such dreams can offer.
Ways to participate:
Live participation, including asking questions and breakout room practice.
Recording only (go to recording only registration page).
Sliding scale pricing:
This workshop has sliding scale pricing, offering multiple price points to make it more accessible and reduce financial barriers for people with different levels of income. Please view the sliding scale fees page for more details and codes.
Full fee: Live workshop with breakout room practice: US$29 OR Recording only $19
25% off: US$21.75/14.25
50% off: US$14.50/9.50
70% off: US$8.70/5.70
80% off: US$5.80/3.80
90% off: US$2.90/1.90