Life Rites
SACRAMENTS OF THE EARTH
As I played with one of the kids today, I had to smile. I thought about the love, and the power it wielded to my heart on that faithful day... the day I gazed into the eyes of my first granddaughter. Who could have dreamed two large liquid pools of black could make a human being weak in the knees?
I was born of a tradition where children are valued as the wealth of a community. I am a member of a growing community of heart - an extended family, if you will. So many among us, we are blessed.
I was born of a tradition where children are valued as the wealth of a community. I am a member of a growing community of heart - an extended family, if you will. So many among us, we are blessed.
This year as the number of families with children has grown, the Elders have celebrated and smiled. The Vision of Growing Peace is alive. And I am blessed with the ability to play with Five Generations in any given moment.
As I ponder this phenomenon in my life, I see the babies and those like my oldest granddaughter, Marianna, the children transitioning into young adulthood.
I, for one, think we all came to this place as exceptional human beings. And I am honored to share these rites of life celebration with you. I am honored for the young people of tomorrow to be a memory that gave them vision.
As I ponder this phenomenon in my life, I see the babies and those like my oldest granddaughter, Marianna, the children transitioning into young adulthood.
I, for one, think we all came to this place as exceptional human beings. And I am honored to share these rites of life celebration with you. I am honored for the young people of tomorrow to be a memory that gave them vision.
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deishehí… Birthing
As soon as it is discovered that a new life is on it's way, ritualistic ceremony is begun to ground the new spirit into this physical realm, bonding parents with child, and guaranteeing a pregnancy term and birth of ease and clarity for parents and child alike. Pick up PDF FREE! You can do this!
As soon as it is discovered that a new life is on it's way, ritualistic ceremony is begun to ground the new spirit into this physical realm, bonding parents with child, and guaranteeing a pregnancy term and birth of ease and clarity for parents and child alike. Pick up PDF FREE! You can do this!
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Baby Naming & Blessing
You influence the world by the choices you make raising your child. A Baby Naming and Blessing Ceremony brings family and community together to raise the child to the four directions, breath love into the open crown, and commit together to support this child's life and you as the caretakers of the future. This Rite, takes place ideally, about 20 days after a child's birth to guarantee strength and health in life. The spiritual name given is believed to carry special powers and protection, which will help the individual in their evolutionary process. After all, the future is something we all need to invest in, it's where we want to be, and want to gift this child a peace-filled vision for the world. 3-4 hour ceremony/memorial See Practitioners' Page |
Boys Vision Quest & Eagle Dance
Facilitated once maturity is reached (armpit hair in a young man), this ancient ritual comes from many cultures. It involves going into the wilderness to fast and pray, to receive strength and nurturing to become secure in our path and ultimate power. Individuals are instructed on how to go out on the land and quest for four days, then receive guidance aimed at helping them through the upcoming year, on understanding guardians or Spirit Guides. The final day is a trance dance performed in public ceremony with sharing & honor gifting. 9 days in duration. Email for information.
Facilitated once maturity is reached (armpit hair in a young man), this ancient ritual comes from many cultures. It involves going into the wilderness to fast and pray, to receive strength and nurturing to become secure in our path and ultimate power. Individuals are instructed on how to go out on the land and quest for four days, then receive guidance aimed at helping them through the upcoming year, on understanding guardians or Spirit Guides. The final day is a trance dance performed in public ceremony with sharing & honor gifting. 9 days in duration. Email for information.
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Girls' Moon Quest & Coming Out
Could the tiny little girl be so grown up? The Girls Coming Out Ceremony marks a time when a girl reaches a new and significant change in her life. An elaborate ceremony is held from which every member of the attending community is believed to benefit. This ceremony is a splendid, meaningful and holy event that passes on knowledge of one's own self and value, physical strength, and even temperament, prosperity, and a sound and healthy life. This ceremony helps young women to understand their new roles and that they are support in Circle by the community at large. The rite of passage takes place over 2 months, a 3 day moon quest, followed a month later, culminating in the 2 day public Coming Out celebrated by friends & family. Email Maria for Availability & Info |
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Wedding Ceremony -
Simple, natural, loving. The bonding ceremonies we do are licensed, but conducted in very earth oriented fashion. From Apache to Hawaiian, memories are made that... well, are never lost. A compelling ceremony in which the bonding of a couple, or individual with their Spiritual Guide, symbolizes the merging of the Sacred Parents in a life affirming and empowering ritual that bestows blessings and life instruction on all involved. 2 days in duration, beginning evening before actual bonding. 3-4 hour ceremony/memorial See Practitioners' Page |
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Elder's Honoring –
This Rite of Passage is held to honor those who have passed the Age of Fire, 9 x 7 (63), or beyond, and are stepping into their empowerment as wisdom teachers of the family and community. Sifting through time -- and earth -- under the relentless life process, we honor those that have explored their endless potential. The stories from the individuals being honored and those gathered in circle, bring new light and love to heart. Uplifting moments from the past, beginning to Now are relayed in Talking Circle, where the truth of a person's effect on others shines forth. 3-4 hour ceremony/memorial See Practitioners' Page |
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Crossover - Funeral
Releasing the soul to move forward. Death in this instant can be physical or shamanic. Death, in the our tradition is a vital part of the flow of life. In today's society, too many have been taught to ignore the inevitability of death, compartmentalizing it in an effort to remove it from thought and emotion. This ritual eases the transition of the person crossing, celebrating their life, and allowing friends and family grieving to legitimize feelings through a process of feeling, talking, understanding and releasing. Every day, our minds travel to the ones that have gone before, to the Place of Souls, and beyond. The Crossover Ceremony works to bring understanding and continuance to those left behind here on earth, exploring stories of happy rememorying, laughter, and great love. We share our loved one from a very personal view. 3-4 hour ceremony/memorial, with 1 day Potlatch, or memorial celebration following one year later if desired. See Practitioners' Page |
That Which Crosses - 1 Year of Grief Rituals
Death is something that lingers. We have created this one year booklet of ritual for those that need a little help through the mourning process. Pick up the PDF Free>>
Death is something that lingers. We have created this one year booklet of ritual for those that need a little help through the mourning process. Pick up the PDF Free>>
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