Gatherings (continued)
Most months, our Branches Sundays are gatherings that include prayers, songs, readings, sometimes dancing, a reflection by a member of the community or a shared reflection by all of the community. Each gathering is unique. Here are some examples.
Poems and Plants - a walk through a member's gorgeous garden to meditate on flowers in season accompanied by a poem to honour each plant's life.
Dancing on the Threshold - using simple, accessible dance movements and beautiful music we danced in the joy and uncertainty of emerging spring
Nature in Costa Rica - a lush visual representation of the natural world in Costa Rica and the positive ecological example of that country's journey toward sustainability.
Brunch Celebration - inspired by Judy Chicago's dinner party, three Ruah members brought the biography of a person who teaches us about human/earth relationships: David Abram, Margaret Atwood and Miriam McGillis.
In past years, there have been four core gatherings to which friends and family were warmly invited.
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September: The Cosmic Walk - a spiral walk that names key points of evolution from the initial flaring forth to now
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December: Birthing the Divine – through readings, Christmas carols, dance and prayer we celebrate the mystery of Divine birth in human and celestial form
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April: Earth Day – a gathering to honour Earth and all creation
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June: Pride Sunday – marks Pride Week in Toronto and brings forward both causes for celebration and lament for LGBTQ rights.