For thousands of years humans have gathered together around the fire for light, warmth and connection. Voices of Wisdom, an offspring of Ancient Wisdom Rising, is a new regional event that brings communities together with traditional elders and wisdom keepers.
In these times of great need and change, this event is an opportunity to sit in circle and listen to the elders, to each other and to the fire; and to reconnect with the land and the spirits of the place where you live. Being in the presence of this embodied wisdom can teach us how to improve our relationship with nature, offer respect and gratitude, and learn how to “ listen” to and connect with the world around us.
Presenters
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Diane Longboat
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Mohawk
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Diane Longboat Mohawk
Kahontakwas, Diane Longboat is from the Mohawk Nation, Turtle Clan, a traditional teacher from Six Nations Grand River Territory, Canada. As a ceremonial leader, educator, teacher of Indigenous spiritual ways and healer, Diane is a spiritual activist. Diane is leader of Soul of the Mother, a dedicated team of spiritual leaders and healers who travel among First Nations and globally to carry the Sacred Fire for transformational healing of self, community and the Earth, seeking unity of the human family and building peace.
Charlene O'Rourke Oglala Lakota
Charlene O'Rourke, Taoyewakanwi-Her Ways Are Sacred, is an Oglala Lakota woman who follows the spiritual and cultural beliefs of her ancestors. She has served as a ceremonial musician and singer for different types of events and ceremonies over a span of 40 years. Charlene is also a professional composer and performer. She is currently working with NASA on a project studying the Indigenous Lakota Star Constellation. A motivational speaker and an International Certified Addictions Counselor and Community Specialist and Consultant, she serves Native communities and works in federal and state prisons
Venue
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This event will be hosted by the Blue Deer Center. Located in the Catskills mountains, this land was recognized more than a century ago as a place of healing. Come experience the natural world from a place of heart and connection.
Address: 1153 County Rd. 6, Margaretville, NY
For information about how to get to the Blue Deer Center click here.
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Registration Fee
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$50.00 |
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Online payment only. There is a reduced price for those in need.
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