| ~ Church of Ancient Ways ~ ~ Newsletter ~ June 5th, 2008 |
| An old Cherokee is telling his grandson about a fight that is going on inside us all in todays world. He said it is between 2 wolves. One is evil: Anger, envy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority and ego.... The other is good: Joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion and faith... The grandson thought about it for a minute and then asked his grandfather, "Which wolf wins?" The old Cherokee simply replied, "The one we feed." |
| Sunday Services Open Sunday Services, I'm sorry to say, will have to be closed to new members for a while due to limited space. However I do think supplementing with outings is a fabulous idea! It's just temporary, and we will resume services on the first and third Sunday of the month once we find a larger location but till then, thank you all for being so wonderful and for all your input. I feel blessed to be a part of all of your lives and to have all of you in mine. WE do still have the option of Labyrinth, Museum, or Woodsing trips as open events. All other ideas are welcome! |
| Woman's Group Woman's Group has been amazingly supportive and just too much fun! From our outings to see plays and shows, which are always a blast, to the deeply moving and beautiful rituals that we do on occasion. It is a refuge amid the hectic pace of todays world. Call or see the boards for future dates, times and events. |
| April's Meditation CD's They're here!!!! Those of you who have been telling me for years that I should put my meditations on CD's, thank you for all your encouraging words. Antoinette, thank you for setting up all the appointments and doing all the labor that enabled me to just go and speak. They're available at Dreams East in Sea Cliff, Instant Karma in Rockville Center, and online at Medieval Mayhem ! Most of the good folks above will do mail order by phone for you if you want one right away, unless you'd rather just stop by and pick one up. |
| The Good News! I wish to welcome all new members, may we all flourish together as a community! The next bit of Good News I am happy to announce is the ordination of our newest ministers Tom Dikeman, Michael Waterman, and Isaac and Phedra Bonewits. Welcome all, I wish you much wisdom and wonder on the amazing journey that you are continuing! Birthdays! June 17th ~ Theresa's birthday! July 1st ~ Patsy's birthday! July 22nd ~ Deb's birthday! July 27th ~ April's birthday! August 3rd ~ Nancy's birthday! August 17th ~ Eric's birthday! August 18th ~ Chris's birthday! September 5th ~ Art's birthday! October 23rd ~ Neil's birthday! October 27th ~ Ilona's birthday! Happy Birthday all, and many many more to come! Did I forget anyone? Please send me an email with your birthday or put it on the club calendar if yours is still a secret. (it's all a part of the increasing the joy in life plan!) |
| Upcoming and Ongoing Events: Labyrinth The Brothers at Little Portion Friary along with baking and selling their wonderful "Brother Bread" every Friday! They have on going days of reflection and allow daily use of the Labyrinth, they also have monthly torchlight full moon Labyrinth walks! For dates and times see their website. Split Rock Split Rock Moon Celebrations are still going on strong. They are celebrating 14 years of eclectic fire circles! They meet in the public parking lot on Wading River Road across from the duck pond, in Wading River at 7:30pm on full moons. All are welcome to as their flyer says: "Pray * Meditate * Chant * Drum * Sing * Tell Stories * Laugh * Share" DO BRING ~ Unconditional Love, Reverence, Humility, Joyfulness, Drums, Rattles, Musical Instruments, Cushion or Blanket to sit on DON'T BRING ~ Drugs, Alcohol, Cigarettes for dates call Pete/Stephanie 631-874-4104 Instant Karma Congratulations To Fran and her daughter Fana on their new position of "owner" at one of the islands best known and well loved Metaphysical Stores, Instant Karma! They have a large selection of Eastern, Native American, and Earth Based items. Check out their website for information on classes, readings, products, open circle, and more. |
| Did I forget your listing or do you have an event that you think should be here? Have a calendar to share? Would you like your group to have a link so people can find out more about your event? Send it to me and we'll see what we can do! Almost all of the actual events listed here are free, while the links provide a more in depth list services. I try to keep it that way with exceptions for the small suggested donations needed to keep us in candles! |
| See you all soon! Love and Light, April To Email Pastor April Directly click on the Church Button |
| Or Call 516-785-4191 Anytime! |
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