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Since the beginning of civilization, ritual has withstood the test of time as a medium for marking shifts and changes in our environments and lives. We experience rituals in celebration, loss and so much more. Ritual serves to connect: to self, to community, nature, beliefs & culture, and can be a practice of connection to our loved ones who have passed.
In our time together you will learn the multicultural roots of different earth altar rituals, offered here as a practice in ritual for grief, remembrance or celebration! An earth altar is a temporary piece of art, mostly created from materials found in nature. The practice of building an earth altar incorporates intention, mindfulness, patterns and balance, beauty and nature- all of which can be helpful on a grief journey. This can be a lovely way to recognize something such as an anniversary or birthday, incorporate it into a memorial or remembrance ceremony, or pause to mark something on your own journey.
We will open and close our space together with a collective ritual. You will have an opportunity to build your own beautiful temporary earth altar made of dried and fresh flowers, crystals and other natural elements. Supplies will be provided- AND it is most definitely welcome and encouraged to bring any items that resonate with you, that are maybe connected to your person(s) - photos, mementos, etc.
No art or meditation experience needed
A community earth altar will also be available to participate in building for those who might not want to make their own
Workshop hosted by Jill Shanahan & Kristin Doneski of Wild Grief Offerings
As with our previous events, we are asking for a deposit to hold your spot. You will receive the deposit back at the event. If you sign up and do not attend the event without giving us 5 days notice, the deposit is not refundable. We do this to be able to continue to offer events at no cost to you. Thanks for your understanding.
Questions? Contact Judy Kelly: judyannkelly@gmail.com