By witnessing the seasons and celebrating them in liturgies, we can develop a deeper connection between the Earth and ourselves. As we become more in tune with energy shifts, our lives become more balanced and are in harmony with the environnment as with the divine. -- Diann Neu
2012
Spring Equinox & Drumming Circle
Honoring Earth Mother and Blessing the Sacred Fire
Saturday, March 17 (6:00 -- 9:00 pm)
Mark the beginning of Spring (in the northern hemisphere) and the time when day and night are of equal length. Spring flowers, sprouting greens and seeds take center attention. We will bless the seeds and plants that will sustain our bodies, beautify our surroundings, and provide shelter. This is also the time to consider what goals, desires or wishes you would like to achieve over the next year... a true celebration of rebirthing your life and nature itself!
Many early peoples celebrated vernal equinox because it means their food supplies would soon be restored. The date is significant in Christianity since Easter always falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon after the vernal equinox. After the vernal equinox, the Sun continues to follow a path higher and higher through the sky with the days growing longer and longer until it reaches its highest point in the sky on the Summer Solstice.
Suggested donation: $10 Call (636)375-3159 or RSVP Diza
Honoring Earth Mother and Blessing the Sacred Fire
Saturday, March 17 (6:00 -- 9:00 pm)
Mark the beginning of Spring (in the northern hemisphere) and the time when day and night are of equal length. Spring flowers, sprouting greens and seeds take center attention. We will bless the seeds and plants that will sustain our bodies, beautify our surroundings, and provide shelter. This is also the time to consider what goals, desires or wishes you would like to achieve over the next year... a true celebration of rebirthing your life and nature itself!
Many early peoples celebrated vernal equinox because it means their food supplies would soon be restored. The date is significant in Christianity since Easter always falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon after the vernal equinox. After the vernal equinox, the Sun continues to follow a path higher and higher through the sky with the days growing longer and longer until it reaches its highest point in the sky on the Summer Solstice.
Suggested donation: $10 Call (636)375-3159 or RSVP Diza
HOLY WEEK TRIDUUM
This year's theme: to be annouced
April 5, 6, 7 (Thursday, Friday & Saturday)
Come and take part in the Holy Week Triduum as we tell stories, share our reflections, honor our grief and sadness, celebrate the wonder of Creation, and share food at table.
Cost: freewill donation Call (636)375-3159 or RSVP Sr. Jan Stocking
Bring a dish to share for the Easter potluck dinner on Saturday.
Summer Sosltice
Celebrating the Sacred Fire and the Green Earth
Saturday, June 20 (6:00 -- 9:00 pm)
As the coolness of spring shifts to the brilliant heat of summer, we come together again to mark the longer days, to change and create within, and celebrate the magic of the fire that sustains us and Earth, our Mother.
The long days and warm weather are vital for long hours in the fields and gardens as young animals grow strong and crops begin to ripen; but there is an awareness that the Summer Solstice does mark the longest day of the year (in the northern hemisphere) and that henceforth darkness increases--a reminder that time is finite.
For the potluck, bring a dish with midsummer herbs such as basil, sage, thyme and/or rosemary. Tomato soup or sauce, with its fiery red color, is perfect for the occasion.
Suggested donation: $10.00 Call (636)375-3159 or RSVP Diza
Note: On this day, greet the dawn by lighting a candle just before sunrise. Spend the day in the open air and then bid farewell to the Sun (facing west), lighting your candle once more to honor the sun's waning light.
Celebrating the Sacred Fire and the Green Earth
Saturday, June 20 (6:00 -- 9:00 pm)
As the coolness of spring shifts to the brilliant heat of summer, we come together again to mark the longer days, to change and create within, and celebrate the magic of the fire that sustains us and Earth, our Mother.
The long days and warm weather are vital for long hours in the fields and gardens as young animals grow strong and crops begin to ripen; but there is an awareness that the Summer Solstice does mark the longest day of the year (in the northern hemisphere) and that henceforth darkness increases--a reminder that time is finite.
For the potluck, bring a dish with midsummer herbs such as basil, sage, thyme and/or rosemary. Tomato soup or sauce, with its fiery red color, is perfect for the occasion.
Suggested donation: $10.00 Call (636)375-3159 or RSVP Diza
Note: On this day, greet the dawn by lighting a candle just before sunrise. Spend the day in the open air and then bid farewell to the Sun (facing west), lighting your candle once more to honor the sun's waning light.
FALL EQUINOX & DRUMMING CIRCLE
Celebrating Harvest Home
Saturday, September 22 (6:00 pm to 9:00 pm)
We gather to thank Earth for her bounty... bring the sunflowers that you planted at the Spring Equinox
We gather to remember all the blessings throughout the year... write a litany of thanksgiving
We gather to continue to learn autumn's life lessons as we prepare for the coming winter.
Bring a dish to share for the feast.
Suggested donation: $10.00 Call (636)375-3159 or RSVP Diza
WALKING THE PATH OF AUTUMN:
Medicine Wheel Gathering
Saturday, October 13 (2:00 pm to 5:00 pm)
We continue to learn, work, and meditate with the Medicine Wheel (given to Sun Bear) to bring us to a closer connection with All Our Relations and the Creator. As we enter the autumn season we will learn the teachings of the Grizzly Bear (Mujekeewis), the Spirit Keeper of the West and meditate on its gifts of experience, introspection, and strength. Activities include construction of indoor medicine wheel and walking the permanent outdoor medicine wheel by the Big River.
Suggested donation: $15.00
There is no charge for the teaching. Donation pays for the use of the space.
Register here
HALLOWED BE THE TURNING INTO DARKNESS
All Hallow's Eve Celebration
Wednesday, October 31 (6:00 pm to 9:00 pm)
As the light declines and darkness increases in the Northern Hemisphere, we gather once again to mare the beginning of the Celtic "summer's end." The celebration also remembers our ancestors. Bring pictures or momentos of your dear departed. Activities will include a bonfire (weather permitting)--calling Sacred Fire to provide comfort and protection during the dark winter and feasting to celebrate the end of harvest. Bring something to share at the halloween feast.... and come in your halloween costume, too!
Suggested donation: $10.00 Register here
Celebrating Harvest Home
Saturday, September 22 (6:00 pm to 9:00 pm)
We gather to thank Earth for her bounty... bring the sunflowers that you planted at the Spring Equinox
We gather to remember all the blessings throughout the year... write a litany of thanksgiving
We gather to continue to learn autumn's life lessons as we prepare for the coming winter.
Bring a dish to share for the feast.
Suggested donation: $10.00 Call (636)375-3159 or RSVP Diza
WALKING THE PATH OF AUTUMN:
Medicine Wheel Gathering
Saturday, October 13 (2:00 pm to 5:00 pm)
We continue to learn, work, and meditate with the Medicine Wheel (given to Sun Bear) to bring us to a closer connection with All Our Relations and the Creator. As we enter the autumn season we will learn the teachings of the Grizzly Bear (Mujekeewis), the Spirit Keeper of the West and meditate on its gifts of experience, introspection, and strength. Activities include construction of indoor medicine wheel and walking the permanent outdoor medicine wheel by the Big River.
Suggested donation: $15.00
There is no charge for the teaching. Donation pays for the use of the space.
Register here
HALLOWED BE THE TURNING INTO DARKNESS
All Hallow's Eve Celebration
Wednesday, October 31 (6:00 pm to 9:00 pm)
As the light declines and darkness increases in the Northern Hemisphere, we gather once again to mare the beginning of the Celtic "summer's end." The celebration also remembers our ancestors. Bring pictures or momentos of your dear departed. Activities will include a bonfire (weather permitting)--calling Sacred Fire to provide comfort and protection during the dark winter and feasting to celebrate the end of harvest. Bring something to share at the halloween feast.... and come in your halloween costume, too!
Suggested donation: $10.00 Register here
Celebrating the Sacred Fire:
A Winter Solstice Gathering
Saturday, December 22 (5:00pm to 8:00pm)
"Sacred Fire, Transforming Fire... recreate me, make me whole!"
Once again, the season turns... winter is here! Celebrate the longest night (for us living in the northern hemisphere). From now till the Summer solstice, the sun stretches its rays for a few moments longer everyday. In this celebration, we will honor the SUN—source of energy and life—with the blessing of the Winter Fire.
Bring some food to share at the table.
Suggested donation: $10.00 Register here
Rockhaven Ecozoic Center is a non-smoking space. Pets are not allowed in any of the buildings.
Handicap accessible rooms are limited. Please check in advance for availability.
Handicap accessible rooms are limited. Please check in advance for availability.
