| Shamanism is based on the belief that all things
have a spirit and that we are all connected. Through a form of
meditation called journeying, we access spiritual information for
our higher good. A steady drumbeat which mirrors the heartbeat of
Mother Earth is the predominate tool used to facilitate this
journey process. It helps one enter a trancelike state and opens
us to receiving this information. Powerful healing happens when we
sit in circle and create sacred space together.
Participants learn lower world and upper world journeying to
strengthen their direct connection with the Divine. Many cultures
use sound to help transport them on their journeys. In addition to
drums, we use rattles and singing bowls.
For those who have taken the Journey/Drum classes, we will be
meeting the first Friday each month beginning September 1, 2006.
Each gathering will be from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. in the
community room. Bring a drum and/or rattle, an eye pillow, paper,
pen, sacred cloth, candle, items for comfortable journeying such
as pillow, blanket, cushion, and something for the center altar.
The fee for participating is a love offering to the Unitarian
Church for their generous use of space.
At this time the gatherings are designed specifically for those
comfortable doing Shamanic journeying. For those interested in
learning how to do shamanic journeying, contact Meg at
563-332-9625. When there is enough interest we will begin another
series of classes |
