Circles of Empowerment Spring Newsletter

Spring 2018

News and Upcoming Gatherings

Spring Time Greetings

" Behold, my friends, the spring is come; the earth has gladly received the embraces of the sun, and we shall soon see the results of their love!"

--Sitting Bull

"To find the universal elements enough; to find the air and the water exhilarating; to be refreshed by a morning walk or an evening saunter... to be thrilled by the stars at night; to be elated over a bird's nest or a wildflower in spring - these are some of the rewards of the simple life."

--John Burroughs

Spring has sprung! The fields have returned to life. Taking the blessings of the sky, rain and sun, the flowers return and the animals sing the ode to life. The return of light vibrates into us, bringing us out of the winter hibernation and into action, for ourselves and for our world. Now is the time to grow yourself. Take those ideas that you have slept on and bring them forth into this world. Nourish yourself on the beauty of this world and your self reflection will be as bright as the spring flowers.

NEWS

Membership Coming Soon!

We are so excited to be nearing the completion of our Membership offering. For those that are recurring donors, or those that wish to be, we will be offering a membership service. Subscription includes access to a private section of our website where you can receive monthly video teachings and additional content. Teachings will be from our elders and wisdom keepers. Expect a press release soon regarding how to sign up!

Sweatlodge Success

Our new sweatlodge has been a success! We are so happy to have our monthly sweat offering back. Thank you for everyone that has shown up to support the building of our lodge.

Sweatlodge will not be in May as we will be out at Vision Quest.

Support Our Vision Questers

Please support our questers, either by donating to them directly, or by eating for them during their quest. Lighting a candle and with some prayers would be appreciated. Find the donation button at the end of this email, remember to specify what/who the donation is for.

This year there we have 14 questers and there are two quest dates, May 2nd - May 6th and May 30th - June 3rd.

Long Dance Telemeeting

In May we start the Long Dance Telemeeting, it will be the first Wednesday of every month till Long Dance. Join us for organizing this years Long Dance, if you want to be heard these calls are the time. We are asking Lodge Leads to please show up at these meetings. Also, Lodge Leads, to confirm your presence in the dance please contact Hua directly as soon as you can. The number for the conference line is: 218-895-3987 code: 8888#

The Board Needs Help

We are actively seeking board members and helpers. The Secretary position is open for someone to take over. The board needs help with multiple endeavours and initiatives. If you are interested please email [email protected]

UPCOMING GATHERINGS

Mar 31st Women's Full Moon Ceremony

Full Moon Ceremony

Apr 7th and 8th - Empowerment Through Ritual And Ceremony, First Class

April 21st Sweat Lodge Ceremony

Arrive at 11:00 am and expect ceremony to last into late afternoon.

It's next door to the old site on Hwy 227 (aka Carpenter Canyon Rd.).

Exact address is 756 Carpenter Canyon Rd. (AKA Hwy 227) Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

When accessing the site, do not go to the house, access the back yard off of the side street La Vida. Please park along the road.

Sweatlodge will not be in May as we will be out at Vision Quest.

April 29th Women's Full Moon Ceremony

Full Moon Ceremony

May 2nd Long Dance Telemeeting

Long Dance call is the first Wednesday of every month.

May 2nd - May 6th First Vision Quest

May 29th Women's Full Moon Ceremony

Full Moon Ceremony

May 30th - June 3rd Second Vision Quest

June 6th
Long Dance Telemeeting

June 16th
Sweat Lodge Ceremony

Arrive at 11:00 am and expect ceremony to last into late afternoon.

It's next door to the old site on Hwy 227 (aka Carpenter Canyon Rd.). When accessing the site, do not go to the house, access the back yard off of the side street La Vida parking along the road.

June 27th Women's Full Moon Ceremony

We will continue to offer Fullmoon Ceremony, Sweatlodge Ceremony, Long Dance Ceremony, Pipe Ceremony, and Vision Quest.

Opportunities to interact with us more closely are always available, just give us a call.

As a non-profit we are asking for monetary donations in a few areas.

1. General monthly contributions. We use this source to pay for our monthly operations. We could really use a boost on this one.

2. Long Dance scholarship fund.

3. Long Dance General fund. For materials and equipment upgrades .

4. General Land fund, so we may achieve a permanent residence for our community.

You can donate here!

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