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TESTIMONIALS

For most people, attending the Casa and visiting St. John of God is not only a life changing experience but also a highly emotional and vulnerable time in ones life.

I have had the enormous pleasure of being personally guided and taken care of by Graciela Stasi during my April 2006 tour to see St. John of God. From the moment I sent my enquiry to Graciela, her professionalism, sense of detail and knowledge of her work was outstanding. Her information manual and notes covered all possible scenarios and queries for my journey. Her constant attention and support provided me with a great sense of positivity and confidence to travel such a long journey (Australia to Brazil) on my own. Upon arrival her care and passion for her work was inspiring - no situation was left unexplained or unanswered.

Every single person in our group was cared for personally, was nurtured attentively and emotionally to ensure that we all personally fully experienced the wonderful miracles of both St. John of God and the Casa throughout our entire stay.

I can't wait to see this testimonial published as it is in honor of Graciela and that enormous gift and special heart she has - what Graciela does for people on her tours is phenomenal.

We are truly blessed to have Graciela Stasi taking us by the hand and walking with us through this life changing journey!
Mellissa Baker Sydney, Australia


I visited the Casa de Dom Inacio for the first time in March 2005. I wish to share how grateful I was to have a Guide. On my own, I would not have had such a rich and enlightening experience.

Graciela knew what was happening to each member of the group, and what each of us needed. She also scheduled specific time to talk to each one of us before we attended the sessions at the Casa. I often wondered how she managed to do so, since we were a group of twenty.

Graciela also generously shared her knowledge of the Casa and helped us to get the most from our personal process.

Above all, it was a joy to be with someone with such a positive, exuberant personality.
Janet Sharp, New Paltz, NY


Dear Graciela, I can't begin to thank you enough for holding my heart while it broke into pieces. Your arms were such a safe place to cry. With much love and gratitude,
Sheila Meyer, CSW - Nyack, NY


Dear Graciela, Those of us who have come to Abadiania for the very first time, and those who have journeyed here with you on other occasions - we all can honestly say that this has been an experience unlike any other we have experienced before! Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for the time and effort you put into organizing this trip! The Hotel Amazonas and its staff were a joy to be around, and your invaluable ability to serve as translator was a real gift. Having the extra bonus of getting to know you and your husband, Vince, was a pure treat, as your relationship has served as an inspiration -especially to those of us who are still looking for the kind of love you and Vincent have been blessed to share. Witnessing the love and caring that overflows between the two of you, gives hope to those of us still searching, that we too will one day enjoy a partnership that mirrors the qualities you share as a couple. Blessings to you and Vince always, and may our paths cross again some other fine day here in the beautiful, heavenly community of the Casa de Dom Inacio, Abadiania, Brazil!,
In friendship, gratefulness, and Divine Love, your September 2005 group


Dear Graciela,
I think you and Vince ROCK for helping folks out.
Elizabeth Boisse - Woodland Park, CO


You gave me so much before and during our trip to John of God last fall in 2004. Without your help, support, loving kindness and sensitivity before the trip, I do not know if I would have made it on the trip and through my horrific pain. I shall always be grateful for your loving gifts. Thank you.
Jennifer Justice - Boise, ID


Above of all, Graciela, you were unbelievably present with me during the process of planning my trip to Abadiania. Your knowledge and specific information about what was needed and expected traveling five thousand miles to Brazil, was incredible. It takes a lot of courage to embark on such a trip and without your support it would not have been possible for me.

You have ALL the skills necessary to make such an experience safe. Your total generosity of spirit, kindness of heart and intelligence were soothing as I moved forward with an almost driven determination to visit this healer while, at the same time, another part of me was uncertain and afraid.

Once at the Casa you were intuitively able to help us prepare for our visit with John of God. And your evening process groups added another dimension to the experience which I found deeply, deeply helpful. Your connection and faith in the process is extremely valuable...you just don't give up.

The entire experience at Abadiania ranks as one of the most intense and meaningful in my life.
Susan Scheffel, CSW - Ossining, NY


Graciela’s relentless energy and dedication for the cause of healing for our group can only be described as a chip off the old block, from the healing that is performed via John of God, in the selfless manner that he dedicated his life for the well being of people from all walks of life.
Graciela is a true daughter of the Casa and a great Guide for all. Ernest R. Lantos and Lucy McDonald, grateful members of the tour


Dear Graciela!
We want to say that you have a great gift from God. Because it is a big responsibility and a very big job what you have done for us in Abadiania, Brazil.
You were like our mama, taking care of us. You have our appreciation and gratitude.
God bless John of God.
God bless Graciela
Svetlana Aranbayeva and Zinaida Abramova
– Forest Hills, NY



Dear Graciela,
I wish to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation to you for all your care, support and generosity.
I know how close you stay to the Lord, and the Lord protects you and will keep you from all harm.
I wish you good luck, prosperity and best of health for days to come.
Thanks again,
Nyusya Freydman – Brooklyn, NY


Dear Graciela,
I am honored to have been guided by you through the special journey that the Casa provided for me. Thank you. I appreciate your willingness to have compassion and commitment for all of our healing and to go the extra mile for our hearts and bodies. Thank you, from my heart.
You offered a lot to every person at whatever pace they chose. That is true respect.
Thank you for approaching Medium Joao in my behalf and expressing what I was not able to, at the time.
As we all are surviving lives where we often choose to do more than our bodies and minds would wish, I hope your next group stays at the same size... so you can receive all the gifts that are there for you too.
Love to you,
MichelleMaher, Eugene, Oregon


Graciela is a woman of integrity and understanding of life and spirituality. She devotes her time to the needs and passions of a diversity of people from all over the world in the groups that she brings to the Casa.

Having undergone many changes myself in these two weeks, I have witnessed Graciela investing many watchful hours as a Shepherd over this herd of sheep that could have tired the most patient person!

She tended to a group of confused, needy people who at the end of the two weeks had come together in unity and laughter!!
I give Graciela much credit for her devotion to the Casa and her cause,to heal humanity.
I would recommend her with flying colors to anyone interested in coming to the Casa.
Sincerely and with love,
Margarita Williams, West Haven, CT


I truly recommend traveling with Graciela Gatti-Stasi to the Casa de Dom Inacio in Brazil. It is a journey of a lifetime to be in the spiritual community of Abadiania, visiting the Medium John of God, and immersing in the loving energies of the Spirit Entities.
The journey brought me solutions to my questions and infused me with a much higher frequency of light.
Graciela guides her group with the deepest compassion, absolute confidence, and a child's playfulness.
I was so happy to go on this sacred journey with Graciela. She held my hand when needed and also watched me fly, supporting me and the others on our quest for inner knowledge with great unconditional love.
Shelley Cummins Interdisciplinary Yoga Instructor
- www.jaisriyogis.com


Graciela was an immeasurable help on my magical visit to the Casa de Dom Inacio. From the weeks before our trip (Aug.’03) to the end –and beyond- I delighted in her knowledge and experience as a “Daughter of the Casa”; in her insight, encouragement and guidance for my own spiritual and physical journey, and in her earnest spirit as she watched and assisted each unique one of us partake of the healing energies there.

Graciela was also especially helpful with the Pousada (Inn) logistics, and with making sure we had plenty of time at the Sacred Waterfall and the crystal bed sessions!

Not a thing went wrong during the two weeks for me (even though sometimes things at the Casa seem a little confused to us who always want control) and I know that had to do with Graciela’s special connection with Medium Joao and the Entities, and the place as a whole.

Lastly, since one of my core issues has been not feeling fully deserving or worthy of the fullness of life, it was a lesson in itself simply to accept that a group leader could be so caring as to spend personal time helping me burn up that tired myth!
Noel Kaufman

Piano Technician, writer.


In February 2003 I went to The Casa de Dom Inacio seeking healing of a chronic asthma condition. Graciela Gatti-Stasi arranged the least expensive travel and using all her management skills (She used to be an Architect and Project Manager at Morgan Stanley before dedicating herself full-time to healing) coordinated travel, lodging and provided detailed information about the visa, costs, money change, and even a packing list (oh, how I treasured that mosquito spray!). Graciela is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese.
But above all those gifts, it was her superhuman enthusiasm and deep empathy that moved me in the first place to seek healing in such an outlandish place.
The directness of her talent allows one to seek deep into one’s nature and connect with the origin of our defenses and blocks. Her empathy makes it appear easy.
Almost a year after the trip I am medicine free, and feel deeply changed by the depth of experience in the presence of the loving Entities embodying John of God.
Gra (as her friends call her) is a Daughter of the Casa or an acknowledged “Medium” –someone who can bridge in between worlds.
I could only warmly recommend her to anyone seeking healing, be it that they exhausted the traditional medical path, or just try to know themselves better.
Anton Baraschi
Architect, AIG (American International Realty Corp)



Going to Brazil was a turning point in my life. After many years of psycho-spiritual work, I found myself at an impasse in my life and work.
Being in Abadiania and at the Casa was amazing! There I wasn’t just studying and learning about Spirit, but actually living it. Every moment was informed with the work of the Entities: when I was eating breakfast, taking a walk, going to the waterfall, being at the Casa with John of God or dreaming at night.
Since coming back, I may have slipped a little in my original enthusiasm, but I remain centered and still feel very much connected to Spirit. It seems I am more guided, less anxious, and more willing to trust the Universe.
Traveling with Graciela provided a container to do the work. She was very helpful, generous with her time and energy and because she knew the lay of the land, I could relax and take things in. I look forward to returning in the near future, because it IS a very special place energetically and spiritually.
Edward Feldman www.FeldmanChiropractic.com
Chiropractor – Feldenkrais Teacher


I was fortunate to have been taken to Abadiania, Brazil in a group led by Graciela Gatti-Stasi.
The experiences of that trip are with me today and will forever remain as highlight of my seventy-plus years!!
My experience at the Casa of “John of God” as well as the energy and love of the entire community of helpers were enlightening and transforming.
Graciela’s leadership and expertise made every aspect of travel and accommodation as simple and pleasant for this first-time traveler to the Casa as one could ever wish!
A special bonus was her superb evening group sessions which she led for the group. A superior experience in every aspect!
Dr. Ralph Krainin, DDS – Rye Brook, NY

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