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THE RAINDROP MESSENGER
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THE RAINDROP MESSENGER
Official Newsletter of CARE International
The Center for Aromatherapy Research and Education

Volume 5, Number 1
Jan - Feb 2006

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IN THIS ISSUE:

1. Wealth and Spirituality: Are They Compatible Or Contradictory? by David Stewart
2. When is the Best Time to Take Oils Internally? by David Stewart
3. Medical Journal says Lavender and Tea Tree Pose Risks: Right? Or Wrong? by David Stewart
4. Special Class with Dr. Stewart in DC Just before the YLEO Convention.
5. The CARE Calendar of Training Seminars
6. Subscribe and Unsubscribe Info

1. Wealth and Spirituality: Are They Compatible Or Contradictory?
by David Stewart, PhD, DNM, IASP*

A lot of Young Living Distributors, as well as a lot of people in general, have a problem resolving what seems to be a conflict between wanting to be of unselfish service to others and making money from offering that service. There is a verse in the Bible saying "It is more difficult for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven than for a camel to pass through the needle's eye." The phrase, "Needle's Eye," to which Jesus alluded was in reference to a particularly narrow gate into the city of Jerusalem through which camels could pass only by getting on their knees, not an actual needle. A misunderstanding of this verse has caused many to conclude that being rich, per se, is incompatible with living a spiritual life that is of service to others and pleasing to God. Nothing could be further from the truth. Here's why.

First of all, there is another scripture you need to note. It is a letter (III John 2) to a person called Gaius, an early church leader. The salutation begins: "Beloved, I wish above all things that you may prosper and be in health, even as your soul prospers." In other words, John is saying that God wants us to prosper on all levels - materially, physically, and spiritually. There is no conflict in this. It is not one or the other. Material and spiritual prosperity are, in fact, related.

The Jews have a proverb: "Your wealth is a measure of your service to others." In other words, successful business people have to offer something of value to the public or the public won't buy their wares or services. So the more of your wares or services people buy, the more people appreciate and find benefit from what you offer. Hence, the more income you generate from what you offer in your business, the more people you have helped, and the greater has been your service to humankind.

Of course, in order to be true, this statement also requires that what you offer is actually beneficial and not harmful like selling drugs, etc. It is possible to become financially wealthy and engage in evil enterprises. But we are not talking about that. John's Third Letter (verse 11) also says "He that does good is of God: but he that does evil has not seen God." It does not matter if you are wealthy or poor, evil is evil and good is good. The point being that wealth is not contradictory to doing good. In fact, to do the most good in the world, affluence is an asset and, on some level, essential to accomplishing your charitible intent. As for offering oils to the public, how good is that? It is a blessing to everyone.

It is rare that a person living in poverty can make any great contribution to the welfare of others when they have to spend all of their time just surviving themselves. One needs a level of affluence to afford to be generous with both their time and their resources.

However, if you personally choose poverty as a way to focus on God instead of focusing on self-serving human desires, like Sister Theresa, things are different. Even Sister Theresa, while choosing a simple lifestyle for herself, needed to attract many contributors to support her cause, without which her work would have been limited. So the principle of affluence applies even in cases like hers. In fact, spiritual people of wealth often choose to live comfortable yet frugal lives in order to give more in material goods and service to others.

Jesus came to bring a Gospel that would last for the ages. Even though once he began his ministry and did not engage in an occupation that generated income, he could not have carried out his ministry full-time without financial assistance. In Luke 10:7 he told his disciples, "The laborer deserves to be paid." Those whom he and his disciples served were expected to provide food, lodging, and the necessities of life.

Jesus, himself, came from a comfortable upper middle class family whose breadwinner, Joseph, was a successful carpenter, an occupation that was above average and well-paid in those days. Jesus' disciples were not poor either, otherwise they could not have been able to engage in a full-time ministry without placing undo hardship on their families. James, John, Andrew and Peter owned a fleet of fishing boats. Matthew was a wealthy tax collector and use his accumulated resources, including his palatial home, to support the Gospel mission. St. Paul had a tent-making business and, in addition to the contributions received from those whom he served, he supported his missionary travels from his own pocket.

Jesus also had wealthy friends including Nicodemas who owned an Inn, Joseph of Arimathea who was a wealthy sea merchant engaging in international trade, and Lazarus who was a well-to-do land owner who often provided food and living quarters for Jesus and his disciples. In Luke 8:1-3 we learn that there were many wealthy women who provided for Jesus and his disciples "from their resources." These included women of political status such as Joanna, a member of Herod's Court.

Jesus built his church on network marketing principles. He personally sponsored more twelve people who, in turn, sponsored hundreds who, in turn, sponsored thousands and ultimately millions reaching down through the centuries to the present. Network marketing is simply sharing what you have in a way that those receiving will have everything you have, be it spiritual goods or material. Because we live in a material world, material resources are necessary. Network marketing is the perfect vehicle by which the spiritual and the material can work together in mutual support.

I like the concept of this Jewish proverb where your income is considered a measure of your service. Of course, it needs some interpretation and adaptation. If you offer a harmful or debilitating product, like cocaine, you might make a lot of money, but will have no spiritual satisfaction nor joy in your trade. In general, and properly taken, the proverb is true.

As Young Living distributors, we offer fantastic products and services that benefit everyone. So, the bigger your YLEO business, the more people you sponsor, the more people you train to sponsor others, and the more people you teach about how to use the oils, the more people you will be blessing and serving. As a Young Living Distributor, as you grow in service to others, so will grow your financial rewards.

By maintaining an attitude of generosity toward everyone (not just your own downline), you will develop a magnetism that will draw people to you. When that happens, it is God honoring you for your unselfish attitude and helping you build your business. This is God choosing you as one whom he trusts to send his children for help when they need these oils and your instructions.

In Young Living, your unselfish service and your income are directly related, just like the proverb says. The more people you reach and teach, the more you receive. It is God's law. "Whatsoever a man sows, that shall he also reap." (Galatians 6:7) And this is not to mention the friendships you will make and the spiritual rewards you will gain.

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* NOTE: In case you were wondering what IASP stands for, it means "Integrated Aromatic Science Practitioner." This is a new type of degree program recognized by the Canadian Examining Board and honored by reciprocation in many countries that is offered by the Institute for Energy Wellness Studies in Brampton, Ontario, Canada. Visit www.energywellnessstudies.com, call (905) 451-4475, or email info@energywellnessstudies.com for more info.

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2. When is the Best Time to Take Oils Internally?
by David Stewart, PhD, DNM, IASP

Essential oils that are certified by the FDA as "GRAS" (Generally Regarded As Safe) may be taken orally and swallowed. The "Essential Oils Desk Reference" (EODR) has a list of such oils, Appendix C, page 431. Young Living's booklet, "Essential Oil Users Guide" also has a table denoting which oils are regarded as safe for internal use.

Personally, I take a capsule of clove or Thieves(R) containing 10-12 drops almost every day in order to support my immune system, maintain my health, and add productive years to my life. In so doing, the question arises as to when is the best time to ingest essential oils for maximum benefits.

The acid in your stomach can destroy a good portion of any essential oil, even up to 80%. Eating essential oils when your stomach is acid requires taking several times the dose as would be required if your stomach were not acid.

The good news is that your stomach is not always acid. It produces acid only when it needs to do so. For the most part, this is only when you have eaten proteins. This includes meat, fish, nuts, grains, and dairy products. If you eat a meal consisting entirely of raw fruits and vegetables, your stomach does not secrete any acids for these since their natural living enzymes are sufficient for the digestion process.

Therefore, for maximum benefits from minimum dosages of ingested essential oils, take them on an empty stomach before eating protein, or with a fruit or vegetable juice, or with raw fruits or vegetables. Putting them in your Ningxia Red juice is a perfect way to receive them. You can mix the oils with your drinks or foods or swallow them in capsules. In this way, you get the benefit of all of the oil, not just part of it.

As for me, I take mine first thing in the morning as I enjoy my Ningxia Red "start-the-day-right" cocktail.

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3. Medical Journal says Lavender and Tea Tree Pose Risks: Are They Right? Or Wrong?
by David Stewart, PhD, DNM, IASP

A recent issue of the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM), contains an article linking certain dangers to lavender and tea tree oils. The article has four authors, two PhD scientists and two MDs, whose research was under the auspices of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Their negative claims were carried in major newspapers nationwide and were widely broadcast by TV news networks. Among other places, they are reported and archived on www.CBSNEWS.com under their Healthwatch column. The article is entitled, "Prepubertal Gynecomastia Linked to Lavender and Tea Tree Oils." (NEJM, Vol. 356, No. 5, pp. 479-485, Feb 1, 2007)

Gynecomastia is an abnormal enlargement of one or both breasts in men or boys. It is rare, usually temporary, and benign. It tends to subside spontaneously. Doctors call it an "idiopathic condition," which is their way of saying, "We don't know what causes it." The condition is related to a hormonal imbalance that could be from a variety of causes, including estrogenic or steroidal medicines or other products. The article postulates that the estrogenic properties of lavender and/or tea tree oils may have been the causative factor for three boys who developed prepubertal gynecomastia. I have a complete copy 0f the article which I obtained directly from NEJM and which review here.

The first thing you need to know is that the NEJM is supported financially by drug company advertisements. Instead of a place where only objective science on the cutting edge of research is reported, on the contrary, only articles that coincide with pharmaceutical agendas are accepted for publication. The purpose of a peer review journal is not so much for the preservation of scientific integrity as it is for the preservation of a prevailing paradigm. Since the prevalent paradigm in medicine is pharmaceuticals, any article that serves to discredit any alternative to drugs is readily accepted by medical journals and widely publicized. Thus, the motives of the NEJM in accepting this article are suspect.

Secondly, this research was reported as under the sponsorship of the NIH, a supposedly objective government agency. Reading the fine print at the end of the article we find that it was actually financed by at least six drug companies: Eli Lilly, Genentech, Novo Nordisk, Pfizer, Tercica, and Serono. Why would drug companies put money into essential oil research unless they were sure it would be reported as negative? You figure it out. If the drug and medical industry, who are in competition with aromatherapy, actually found benefit in essential oils through their research, do you think they would publish that? You know the answer. On the other hand, if they can find anything of an negative nature to discredit competitive modalities, such as the practice of aromatic science, do you think they would publish that? Of course they would. And they did.

The fact that the television networks picked up on this obscure article and publicized their alleged findings nationwide is explained by the fact that television, itself, is largely supported by drug advertising. Hence, one cannot expect unbiased reporting from TV news programs when it comes to drugs and alternatives to drugs. Their financial existence depends on catering to the pharmeceutical companies.

The third thing to note about this study is that involves only three boys, ages 4, 7 and 10 years of age. In the four-year-old boy's case, his gynecomastia manifested after his mother had applied a "healing balm" containing lavender. The composition and brand name of the "balm" were not identified so it was not verified whether or not other ingredients in the balm could have contributed to the condition. The condition disappeared within four months with no special treatment other than discontinuance of the balm.

In the 7-year-old boy's case, he was using a lavender-scented soap and body lotion following which he developed gynecomastia. His twin brother also used the soap and lotion, but did not manifest any such symptoms. Here, again, the composition and brand of the scented products were not noted in the article. The condition disappeared completely a few months after discontinued use of the soap and lotion.

In the 10-year-old boy's case, his gynecomastia was reported as having been present for about five months when his mother brought him to the doctor for an opinion. He was regularly applying a styling gel to his hair and scalp and also used a shampoo, both containing lavender and tea tree oils. As in the other two reports, the researchers failed to identify the brands and composition of the products containing the oils. Within nine months after discontiuning use of the gel and shampoo, the condition was no longer present.

In none of these cases was the grade or quality of the essential oil checked or made known. Apparently, it was perfume grade oil, which is quite different from pure therapeutic grade oils. Furthermore, in order to establish a causitive relationship, there needs to be a control group of young boys using these products. Since these are commercially available products, it can be assumed that thousands of consumers have used and are using these products so that a potential control group already exists and only needed discovery and polling to obtain statistical numbers for the study. However, this was not done by the researchers.

This research report is based on such a small number of people and products, it has no statistical significance or scientific validity. It consists of descriptions of three boys each using different, undescribed, products: a balm, a soap, a lotion, a gel, and a shampoo. No two of the boys were even using the same products. Hence, this was an account of only one case per product. This article is actually not a legitimate study of the prevalence of gynecomstia related to essential oils, as was implied and as was reported in the media. It is a set of three anecdotes based on one sample each of five commercial products whose chemistry and composition were not given.

Rather than studying the chemistry, composition, and effeccts of the alleged guilty products with all of their ingredients, these researchers focused their article on the estrogenic properties of lavender and tea tree where, again, they did not identify the grade of oils from which they obtained their data. Neither did they determine the concentration of essential oils contained in the products, which would be a crucial bit of information for drawing valid conclusions.

They did no studies on the products, themselves - only on the general properties of lavender and tea tree oils. Studying the properties of a single ingredient in a mixture is not a valid way to ascertain the properties of the mixture. By studying the individual properties of cocoa, flour, salt, baking powder, sugar, and eggs, without regard to their amounts in a recipe, can one ascertain the properties of a brownie?

While it is true that lavender and many other essential oils can affect both male and female hormones, we know that for pure therapeutic grade oils these effects are toward balance, not toward imbalance as would be indicated by gynecomastia. Therefore, if the oils in the balm, soap, lotion, gel, and shampoo, were actually the culprit, such a result would speak to the quality of the oil, not the species.

Lavendar and tea tree oils are two of the most popular essential oils in the world, having been used for centuries and applied by millions. If they were problematic in upsetting the hormonal balance of prepuberty boys, why was this not noticed before, decades or even centuries ago? How can trace amounts of essential oils in chemical products such as shampoo and body lotion be the cause of observable side effects such as gynecomastia when using concentrated, undiluted therapeutic grade oils have never been associated with such effects? Gynecomastia is not a symptom that would escape unnoticed.

To summarize, let's just say that this report is from a source that is suspect, that its research modality is seriously flawed, and that it was publicized by a news media biased in favor of drug therapies and financed by the drug industry. I count it as just another attempt on the part of the pharmeceutical/medical cartel to cast dispersions on an effective modality that has a higher success rate than theirs.

If benign gynecomastia is the worst side effect that scientists working for drug companies can find as evidence against the practice of aromatic science, then that speaks well for what we do as advocates for oils. Let's put this NEJM article in perspective. Compare temporarily enlarged breasts to the negative side effects of prescription drugs, which include chronic sickness, disability, and death. No one has ever died or gotten seriously sick from commonsense applications of essential oils. But as for gynecomastia, there are plenty of drugs that do that.

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4. A Special Class with Dr. Stewart in DC just Before YLEO Convention

CHEMISTRY & BIBLE OILS CLASSES WITH DR. DAVID STEWART
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
(The day before the YLEO Grand Convention)
Washington, DC

1. THE CHEMISTRY OF ESSENTIAL OILS MADE SIMPLE
2. HEALING OILS OF THE BIBLE
. . by David Stewart, PhD, DNM
. . . President of CARE (Center for Aromatherapy Research & Education)
. . . . Author of 16 books, including "Healing Oils of the Bible" and
. . . . . "The Chemistry of Essential Oils Made Simple"
. . . . . . . (God's Love Manifest in Molecules)

SEMINAR LOCATION
Renaissance Hotel, 999 9th St NW, Washington, DC 202-898-9000
(Next to the DC Convention Center where YLEO will be)

SEMINAR AGENDA (Wed, Sept 5)
7:30 am . . . .Registration
8:30 am . . . .The Chemistry of Essential Oils Made Simple
12:00 noon . .Adjourn Chem Class

1:00 pm . . . .Registration
2:00 pm . . . .Healing Oils of the Bible
4:30 pm . . . .Adjourn Bible Oils Class

CLASS FEES
Chemistry: $90
Bible Oils: $30 (Children and Teens Free)
Package Price for both: $110 (Save $10)

CLASS LIMITS
Classes are limited to the first 200 who enroll. Registration and payment in advance is highly recommended.

CONTINUING EDUCATION HOURS FOR MASSAGE THERAPISTS
CARE International is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education approved provider. The Chemistry class will count for 3 CE hours and the Bible Oils Program for 2 CE Hours of NCBTMB credit. Please request a certificate for this credit when you check in at the door, September 5.

WHAT TO BRING
For the Chemistry Class you will need a copy of Dr. Stewart's chemistry book, so bring your copy if you have one. Otherwise, copies will be available for sale and for loaning purposes during the class. For the Bible Oils Class you may bring your Bible (optional). All oils and notes to be used in these classes will be provided.

REGISTRATION
You may register by phone using a credit card at (800) 758-8629 or (573) 238-4273.You may also register by U.S. Mail by sending a check payable to CARE with your name, phone, and email address to:

CARE International
DC Seminars 2007
RR 4, Box 646
Marble Hill, MO 63764

WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO TAKE THESE CLASSES
Anyone of any age may take these classes. No pre-requisites. Chemistry will be presented in a manner anyone can understand and enjoy. Even if you did not like chemistry in school, you will love this class. As for Bible Oils, unless you have been to Dr. Stewart's class before, you have never participated in a class like this. If you are already teaching a Bible Oils Program yourself, come learn from the man who wrote the book. In the Bible Oils class, children and teens are free. Bring your family.

OTHER CARE CLASSES
CARE sponsors more than 100 programs every year taught by Certified CARE Instructors (CCIs). These are offered throughout the U.S. and Canada as well as other selected countries. These classes include Healing Oils of the Bible, Applied Vitaflex, Raindrop Technique, Chemistry of Essential Oils, and Emotional Release. Visit http://www.RaindropTraining.com periodically for the latest CARE Calendar.

WHAT SOME STUDENTS SAY
"Dr. Stewart is so full of love, so knowledgeable, so gifted. I feel blessed to have experienced his class. He even managed to make chemistry a delight, like storytelling. A very profound seminar." Sherise Kaye, Noosa Heads, Queensland, Australia

"Dr. Stewart offered the best chemistry that I have come across. He takes essential oil chemstry and turns it into common 'scents' helping us to understand why these amzing oils can do what they do." Marilee Tolen, RN, HCN, Mt. Laurel, New Jersey

"Dr. Stewart is totally knowledgeable. His ability to field questions is amazing. I recommend the program to anyone interested in increasing their knowledge of essential oils." Colleen H. Rowe, ND, Fair Oaks, California

"At last it all makes sense! This program is the missing link between chemistry, spirituality, and healing. It brings science and spirituality together in the warmest way." Coral waters, Coolum, Qweensland, Australia

"The chemistry class was the most fun chemistry class I have ever been to! A wonderful balance of intellect and heart." Denise Lane, Jamul, California

"Dr. David Stewart obviously has a mastery of the course material which he conveys with clarity, confidence, kindness, and deep spirituality." Mary Gardner, Nakusp, British Columbia, Canada

"I love the way Dr. Stewart presents each class. Given his extensive knowledge, I was afraid he would speak over our heads. on the contrary, he brought things down so everyone could learn." Kathryn Giffet-McVey, Lake Oswego, Oregon

"This program is a reflection of God's love for each one of us." Lana Miller, Lisle, Illinois

For DVDs of Dr. Stewart teaching chemistry and Bible oils, visit http://www.RaindropTraining.com

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5. CARE Calendar of Training Programs (As of March 8, 2007)

CARE INTERNATIONAL SEMINARS AND INTENSIVES
Center for Aromatherapy Research and Education

Training Workshops for Continuing Education Credit in RAINDROP, VITAFLEX, BIBLE OILS, CHEMISTRY, AND EMOTIONAL RELEASE

CARE Sponsored 109 seminars and intensives during 2005 and 117 programs during 2006 throughout the USA and Canada, as well as programs in Australia and Europe. CARE will sponsor more than 100 programs again in 2007.

As of Mar 8, 2007, 76 CARE seminars and intensives already booked for 2007 in Canada, 26 States & the District of Columbia. More programs are being added every week. Periodically check the website, http://www.RaindropTraining.com for the latest listings in the CARE Calendar.

CARE OFFERS TWO TYPES OF PROGRAMS

1. CARE INTENSIVES (offering ALL of the 23-hour CARE curriculum over a 3-4 day period.)

2. CARE SEMINARS (offering a portion of the CARE curriculum over a 1-2 day period.)

The Full 23-hour CARE Curriculum includes the following:

BO - Bible Oils (2 hrs)
VF - Applied Vitaflex (4 hrs)
RD - Raindrop Technique (8 hrs)
CH - Essential Oil Chemistry (5 hrs)
ER - Emotional Release with Oils (4 hrs)

Listings of scheduled CARE Programs are given below and
are coded as follows:

1. Intensives offering the full five courses (23 hrs) of CARE credit are designated as ALL.
2. Seminars offering only a part of the CARE curriculum are designated according to what is offered by BO, VF, RD, CH, and/or ER as appropriate.

The Center for Aromatherapy Research and Education is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a Continuing Education Approved Provider

Postings below are as of Mar 8, 2007. Additional ones are being added every week or so. Full details are given on the CARE website http://www.RaindropTraining.com Check the website periodically for the most current dates and locations.

For specific information on any particular program, see Contact Names with their emails, phone numbers, etc., at the end of this message. Registration for most Intensives can be accomplished on the internet at http://www.RaindropTraining.com.

You may also call CARE toll free at 800-758-8629 or e-mail your requests to .

2007 CARE SEMINARS & INTENSIVES
(Posted as of Mar 8, 2007)

Intensive: ALL
Feb 23 - 25, Fri - Sun, Easton, Maryland
Mer Barrett, CNHP, SCCI & Joanna Barrett, RN, CNC, FCCI

Intensive: ALL
Feb 23 - 25, Fri - Sun, Albuquerque, New Mexico
With Marie Koepke, RN, NBCR, FCCI

Intensive: ALL
Mar 2 - 4, Fri - Sun, Kingsport, Tennessee
With Jamie Hyatt, RN, FCCI

Intensive: ALL
Mar 8 - 10, Thurs - Sat, Kelowna, BC, Canada
With Carol Howden, FCCI and Ben Howden, CI

Intensive: ALL
Mar 10 - 12, Sat - Mon, Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
With Tanis Wichmann, FCCI

Intensive: ALL
Mar 15 - 18, Thu - Sun, Grandville, Michigan
With Kathy Spohn, FCCI

Seminar: VF, RD, BO
Mar 23 - 24, Fri - Sat, Enola, Pennsylvania
Judy Estep, CCI

Seminar: BO. VF, RD
Mar 23 - 25, Fri - Sun, Webster Groves, MO
With Fran Norton, RN, SCCI

Seminar: CH
Mar 24, Sat, Brainerd, Minnesota
With Julie Blanchard, FCCI and Trude Gode, FCCI

Seminar: VF, RD
Mar 24 - 25, Sat - Sun, Chillicothe, Ohio
With Denise Naasz, LMT, CCI

Seminar: BO, VF, RD
Mar 30 - 31, Fri - Sat, Council Bluffs, Iowa
With Irene Buckley, LMT, SCCI

Intensive: ALL
Mar 31 - Apr 3, Sat-Tue, Outer Banks, North Carolina
Marie Koepke, FCCI, RN, & Christina Hagan, CCI, LMBT

Intensive: ALL
April 13 - 15, Fri - Sun, Syracuse, New York
Mer Barrett, CNHP, SCCI & Joanna Barrett, RN, CNC, FCCI

Seminar: BO, VF, RD
April 15 - 16, Sun - Mon, Gilbert, Arizona
With Gail Hunter, LMP, CCI

Intensive: ALL
April 15 - 18, Sun - Wed, Shreveport, Louisiana
Carol Howden, FCCI, Sandy Rodie, CCI, Ben Howden, CI

Intensive: ALL
April 16 - 18, Mon - Wed, Soldotna, Alaska
With Sheila Hay, CR, RM, FCCI

Intensive: ALL
April 19 - 21, Thu - Sat, Midland, Texas
With Carol Howden, FCCI, Ben Howden, CI, Sandy Rodie, CCI

Intensive: ALL
April 20 - 22, Fri - Sun, St. Paul, Minnesota
With tammy Struebing, FCCI

Intensive: ALL
April 26 - 28, Thu - Sat, Apalachin, New York
Mer Barrett, CNHP, SCCI & Joanna Barrett, RN, CNC, FCCI

Intensive: ALL
April 27 - 29, Fri - Sun, Brainerd, Minnesota
With Trude Gode, FCCI and Julie Blanchard, FCCI

Intensive: ALL
April 27 - 29, Fri - Sun, Greenville, South Carolina
With Mindy Kirby, FCCI

Intensive: ALL
April 27 -29, Fri - Sun, Downers Grove, Illinois
With Nancy Gouch, CI and Gaia Tossing, LMT, RCR, SCCI

Intensive: ALL
April 29 - May 2, Eureka, California
Carol Howden, FCCI, Gail Hunter, CCI, Ben Howden CI

Intensive: ALL
May 3 - 6, Thu - Sun, Grandville, Michigan
With Kathy Spohn, FCCI

Intensive: ALL
May 3 - 5, Thu - Sat, Grants Pass/Medford, Oregon
With Carol Howden, FCCI, and Gail Hunter, LMT, CCI

Intensive: ALL
May 3 - 6, Thurs - Sun, Iron Mountain, Michigan
David Stewart, PhD, DNM, IASP, and Lee Stewart, SCCI

Intensive: ALL
May 14 - 16, Mon - Wed, Anchorage, Alaska
With Sheila Hay, CR, RM, FCCI

Intensive: ALL
May 21 - 14, Mon - Thu, Carol Stream (Chicago), Illinois
David Stewart, PhD, DNM, IASP, and Lee Stewart, SCCI

Seminar: BO, VF, RD
June 1 - 2, Fri - Sat, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
With Irene Buckley, LMT, SCCI

Intensive: ALL
June 4 - 6, Mon - Wed, St. Louis, Missouri
Sheila Hay, CR, RM, FCCI, Tammy Struebing, CBFC, FCCI

Intensive: ALL
June 15 - 17, Fri - Sun, Charlotte, North Carolina
With Mindy Kirby, FCCI

Intensive: ALL
June 21 - 23, Thu-Sat, Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, Canada
With Carol Howden, FCCI and Ben Howden, CI

Intensive: All
June 20 - 22, Wed - Fri, Chillicothe, Ohio
With Mindy Kirby, LMT, FCCI & Denise Naasz, LMT, CCI

Intensive: ALL
June 22 - 24, Fri - Sun, Warwick, Rhode Island
With Joanna Barrett, FCCI and Mer Barrett, SCCI

Intensive: ALL
June 23 - 25, Sat - Mon, Hendersonville, Tennessee
With Gaia Tossing, LMT, RCR, SCCI

Intensive: ALL
July 5 - 8, Thu - Sun, Winter Park, Colorado
Marie Koepke, FCCI, RN, CR, & Christina Hagan, CCI, LMBT

Intensive: ALL
July 19 - 21, Thu - Sat, Fairbanks, Alaska
With Sheila Hay, CR, RM, FCCI

Intensive: ALL
July 20 - 22, Fri - Sun, Fargo, North Dakota
With Tanis Wichmann, FCCI

Intensive: ALL
July 27 - 29, Fri - Sun, Saddle Brook, New Jersey
Mer Barrett, CNHP, SCCI & Joanna Barrett, RN, CNC, FCCI

Seminar: VF, RD, BO
Aug 30 - 31,Thurs - Fri, Basye, Virginia
With Judy Estep, CCI

Seminar: BO, CHEM
Sept 5 - Wednesday - Washington, DC
(Just before the YLEO Grand Convention)
With David Stewart, PhD, DNM, IASP

Intensive: ALL
Oct 19 - 21, Fri - Sun, Greenville, South Carolina
With Mindy Kirby, FCCI

Intensive: ALL
Oct 19 - 21, Fri - Sun, Easton, Maryland
With Joanna Barrett, FCCI and Mer Barrett, SCCI

Intensive: ALL
Nov 13 - 16, Tue - Fri, Branson, Missouri
David Stewart, PhD, IASP, and Lee Stewart, SCCI

Intensive: ALL
Dec 7 - 9, Fri - Sun, Charlotte, North Carolina
With Mindy Kirby, FCCI

CONTACT INFORMATION
A Discounted Early Registration Fee for taking a whole 3 - 4 day CARE Intensive (23 hours) is available when payment is made no later than two weeks before the specific program date. Early Registration for a CARE Intensive is available on the internet at http://www.RaindropTraining.com. For late registrations for Intensives or for registration for CARE Seminars, Contact the appropriate registrar from the list below:

Connie Adams, CMT, FCCI
- (707) 422-5272 conniejoym@earthlink.net
Joanna Barrett, RN, CNC, FCCI
- (607) 642-5448 merandjo@onehealthylife.net
Mer Barrett, CNHP, PKP, SCCI
- (607) 642-5448 merandjo@onehealthylife.net
Julie Blanchard, FCCI
- (218) 825-0064 julie@julieblanchard444.com
Margaret Brock, CCI
- (573) 238-5875 margettiann@hotmail.com
Irene Buckley, LMT, SCCI
- (712) 755-3780 naturjoy@fmctc.com
Jill Burk, SCCI
- (989) 996-0830 jillycmt@aol.com
Beverly Claussen, SCCI
- (209) 765-6290 glowingscents@netzero.net
Marylee Creegan, SCCI
- (386) 462-2092 mec14@juno.com
Judy Estep, SCCI
- (717) 732-5017 judyeestep@aol.com
Carol Garvey, CCI
- (905) 815-9931 cgarvey@sympatico.ca
Trude Gode, FCCI
- (218) 829-0717; (218) 831-3302 Trudesoils@yahoo.com
Christina Hagan, CCI
- (919) 623-6940 hagangiani@juno.com
Sheila Hay, FCCI
- (907) 883-3646 sheilahay@pacifichomesalaska.com
Carol Howden, FCCI
- (250) 816-7110; (805) 208-6628 carolhowden@yahoo.ca
Gail Hunter, LMP, CI
- (425) 359-9358 Gailsmassage@gmail.com
Jamille Hyatt, RN, FCCI
- (423) 323-8319; (423) 737-4443 jamillee@aol.com
Melinda Kirby, LMT, FCCI
- (828) 287-0668; (828) 289-6833 theoilmaven@yahoo.com
Marie Koepke, RN, NBCR, FCCI
- (970) 531-3528 mtnmarie@yahoo.com
Shawna Marroccoli, CCI
- (905) 875-3952; (905) 466-4882 rs_marroccoli@hotmail.com
Denise Naasz, LMT, CCI
- (740) 773-5490 or 740-703-2266 denaasz@yahoo.com
Kathy Spohn, FCCI
- (616) 261-0015 oilsofold@sbcglobal.net
Lee Stewart, SCCI or David Stewart, PhD
- (800) 758-8629
Tammy Struebing, FCCI
- (402) 395-6887 tstruebing@amhne.org
Gaia Tossing, CCI, LMT, RCR
- (615) 496-3366 or (847) 903-6603 hrtsngcomm@aol.com
Barbara Vissers, CCI
- (616) 457-0412 fil29@i2k.com
Leslie Vornholt, LCSW, SCCI
- (720) 304-8043 artemisdancer@earthlink.net
Tanis Wichmann, FCCI
- (218) 367-2579 stevtan@arvig.net

WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT CARE PROGRAMS

This program may change your life if you are willing to try something new and be open. I love how gentle and graceful my healing was and how wonderful to have hope again.
Lisa Marie Belter, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

This class was very enlightening. I would recommend it to everyone. It is nice to know that there is an alternative to medicine.
Tiffany Slusher, Minford, Ohio

My experience in this class was very precious and a blessing! The instructor poured out her love all day long amongst us. She touched my heart. I would love to have more of my dear friends in Europe receive this wonderful experience.
Dr. Gabriele Hauser, Vienna, Austria

This program has changed my life. I feel as if I have been waiting all of my life for this door to open so I could walk through into my destiny. Usually I would go to a seminar and in a few days, I would go back to my old habit patterns, but not this time. The next day after the emotional release class I woke up totally free from a fear I had for years. God is such a wonderful Father to prepare these healings for us in such a simple way as offered through CARE's ministry. I will forever be thankful. And one more thing. My block towards chemistry is gone. Really gone!I did not look forward to the class. I actually dreaded it. Now, I am looking forward to taking it again and becoming a teacher! Miracles happen all the time! Shalom.
Maria DeShields, St. Louis, Missouri

Enjoyed the classes totally and learned much more than I thought I would.
Patricia McHugh, Bridgeton, New Jersey

A fabulous reintroduction to the oils, the chemistry, and life in general. The instructor was amazing.
Jyll Johnstone, DiReno, Italy

The CARE Intensive exceeded my high expectations. All of the instructors were great. Their tremendous caring and willingness to give of self was always evident.This program provides an opportunity to build on previous knowledge or start new if unfamiliar with essential oils. It also enables you to participate in personal growth and meet wonderful people.
Jeannette Vaupel, RN, Genoa, Illinois

Thank you so much for bringing the raindrop training to Australia. I absolutely loved the course. It was a turning point for me. I hope that you can come back to Australia ASAP.
Sonya Vassallo, Beechworth, Victoria, Australia

I am so grateful for CARE. This workshop really truly builds confidence and teaches the techniques in a way that could be learned by anyone. Thank you! It has been so fulfilling!
Robyn Karima Grant, Nakuop, British Columbia, Canada

This seminar will change your life! I have no suggestions for this seminar. It was fantastic.
Diane Koepp, Belle Plaine, Minnesota

This is a program for everyone. It will cange their lives for a much better future. Makes you a new person who belongs to God. Thank you.
Dermot Bailey, Niestetal, Germany

It was great! I loved it! Until I took this seminar I didn't have a clue that oils could do so much! Thank you!
Susan J. Knowles, Caldwell, West Virginia

We traveled a long way for the CARE Seminar (from England to California). The whole workshop was interesting, enlightening, excellent, and very enjoyable. It was well worth every mile traveled!
Susan Duerden, CMT, Clitheroe, Lancashire, England

As a massage therapist I was able to take the work that I do to the next level! The understanding of the chemistry of essential is helping me explain the scientific way they work. Thank you. It was a pleasure being in this class.
Melissa Bills, LMT, Caro, Michigan

This training is an absolute must for all those involved in oils. Truly awe inspiring!! We received knowledge and healing from above.
James Claps, Grove Village, Illinois

This workshop has been the most rewarding learning experience since my introduction to essential oils. The wealth of material and wonderful personal experiences and knowledge shared was beyond my expectations.
Aziyza Shabazz, St. Croix, Virgin Islands

The CARE class was so uplifting and informative. I love you all.
Tammy L. Webb, Anchorage, Alaska

Three days after receiving raindrop in the CARE class I received a healing from a painful shoulder and left arm. I am very excited what the oils do for people.
Meg Hueslcamp, Brenham, Texas

Millions of thanks to you. I am already lining up students to come to your next classes. Everything was taught in such a simple manner that even a child could follow and do raindrop technique. May God bless you richly in your work.
Kiew Lo, Carlingford Court, New South Wales, Australia

Words are not adequate to express how great this class is. Everyone was inspired and blessed by every section of the class. We didn't want it to end.
Connie Allen, Lewiston, Idaho

The CARE Intensive was so great! It was amazing. During the three days we all bonded together and it seemed like we were all a big family. I found the chemistry class to be very interesting, which shocked me as I never really enjoyed science before. You explained everything so well that now I will feel more confident in using my oils and sharing them. Thank you for the experience and the training.
Jamie Brown, Lakewood, California

I am overwhelmed with gratitude for such a wonderful program. Not only have I learned a great deal of new skills, I have grown as a spiritual being. All this in just three days! Thank you.
Kim McMahon, Bronte Beach, New South Wales, Australia

I have taken the CARE Classes twice now and it continues to get better. The magnitude of information is incredible. I feel like I could repeat and repeat.
Carol Garvey, Oakville, Ontario, Canada

I wouldn't change anything about the CARE class. It is perfect. This little group is really special. We were supported by so many angels and the presence of the highest spirit. I love this training!
Vijay Churfuerst-Hanzal, Leobendorf, Austria

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6. Subscription/ Unsubscription/ and How to Obtain Therapeutic Grade Oils

In each issue of The Raindrop Messenger you will find articles and essays on a variety of topics related to health and longevity. Our hope is to be informative and, perhaps, inspire to you for the benefit of your physical, mental, social, emotional, and spiritual life. The Raindrop Messenger is also a friendly way of keeping you abreast of CARE’s ongoing programs, activities and helpful books and videos.

Subscribing and Unsubscribing

To subscribe to The Raindrop Messenger, visit CARE online at http://www.RaindropTraining.com and find the sign-up box on the home page.

If you wish at any time to leave this email list, unsubscribe information can be found at the bottom of every newsletter. On the other hand, if you enjoy the newsletter we hope that you will forward it to your friends and family along with an invitation to join the ever-growing list of Raindrop Messenger readers.

Where and How to Obtain Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils

If you are a Young Living Essential Oils Distributor or a Young Living Customer, you have chosen to avail yourself of the world’s finest oils of Biblical grade quality. If You are not a YL Member and have a friend or relative who is, you should approach them and ask how you can become affiliated with Young Living and purchase these oils.

You may also contact any Certified CARE Instructor (CCI) who would be happy to enroll you in Young Living. The addresses, phone numbers, and email information for all CARE instructors are given on the CARE website, http://www.RaindropTraining.com. Perhaps there is a CCI living near to you who would serve as your sponsor and assist you in learning about how to use the oils.

If you do not know of anyone in your community or family that sells these oils, you may also choose to enroll with Dr. David and Lee Stewart as your sponsor at http://bibleoils.YoungLivingWorld.com or by contacting Young Living at (800) 371-3515 and enroll over the phone asking that David and Lee Stewart, YLEO Member #261333, be your sponsors. You may also call David or Lee directly at (573) 238-4273.

You cannot practice therapeutic aromatherapy with healing results unless you use properly produced and packaged oils. Most oils easily available from retail outlets are food or perfume grade oils and do not have the healing properties that Young Living oils possess.

Becoming a Certified CARE Instructor

For information on becoming a Certified CARE Instructor (CCI) Visit: http://www.RaindropTraining.com.

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