MSIA Headquarters

The headquarters for MSIA are located in the Historic West Adams district of Los Angeles.

In the early 1970’s, John-Roger went in search of a beautiful property that could serve as a home base for staff, initiates, and ministers to study and share the work of Soul Transcendence. He discovered a diamond in the rough that today has been transformed into a magnificent spiritual oasis in the city.

The main building on the property is an exquisite mansion, built by Italian winemaker Secundo Guasti around 1910. MSIA has rehabilitated the Italian Renaissance mansion, known in its day as the Guasti Villa, to its original splendor–carefully restoring ornate details, murals, and woodwork.

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Today, the mansion (also known as Prana) provides offices for many of our staff, as well as living quarters

for students in the PTS Residence Program. There is also a Guest House on the property for those studying in MSIA to unplug for a personal retreat. We’ve also lovingly restored two other historic homes in the neighborhood, to accommodate our growing staff and residents.

Outside, the property offers sacred space to reconnect with yourself and with Spirit. In 2002, a hand-carved stone outdoor labyrinth, designed after the one at the Chartres Cathedral in France, was added. The symbol at the beginning of the labyrinth is an ancient Sanskrit name for God: HU. There is a tribute to our founder, John-Roger, at its center.

Stepping into the meditation garden offers a sanctuary to reflect and recharge in natural beauty, with the restoring sounds of water all around. The gardens are lush with bamboo, flowering trees, and a lily pond. People are often amazed that something like this exists in the heart of the city.

Today, the grounds are open to the public through the Peace Awareness Labyrinth & Gardens and are frequently included in the local and national media as a recommended LA destination. Docents offer guidance on walking the labyrinth and tours of the mansion and there are classes regularly offered on practical spirituality.

Visit Peace Awareness Labyrinth & Gardens

Stay at Prana

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When you realize that there is more happening here than appears on the surface, you will start being able to perceive some of the answers that reflect the presence of Spirit.

– John-Roger, DSS

MSIA Headquarters

The headquarters for MSIA are located in the Historic West Adams district of Los Angeles.

When you find that the source of your happiness and joy is inside of you, you will also find peace.
– John-Roger, DSS

Today, the mansion (also known as Prana) provides offices for many of our staff, as well as living quarters

When you realize that there is more happening here than appears on the surface, you will start being able to perceive some of the answers that reflect the presence of Spirit.

– John-Roger, DSS

MSIA Headquarters

The headquarters for MSIA are located in the Historic West Adams district of Los Angeles.

When you find that the source of your happiness and joy is inside of you, you will also find peace. – John-Roger, DSS

Today, the mansion (also known as Prana) provides offices for many of our staff, as well as living quarters

When you realize that there is more happening here than appears on the surface, you will start being able to perceive some of the answers that reflect the presence of Spirit.

– John-Roger, DSS

When you find that the source of your happiness and joy is inside of you, you will also find peace.
– John-Roger, DSS