 by renewing his hand with Shaykha Fariha al-Jerrahi, the lineage bearer in the Americas (with the help of Shaykha Amina and the khalifas and circle leaders of the Order).From 2005 - 2009 Laurence Galian served as the "Friend" (leader) of the Nur Ashki Jerrahi St. Louis Circle.In December 2009 he and his wife moved to Mexico City, Mexico.