Macclesfield Gatherings – 25/07
Macclesfield Gatherings - 25/07
Dear friends
Here are the details of our gatherings this week
With much love and many blessings
Laura
Tuesday 26th July 12.30 – 1.30 pm: Tao on Tuesday in the Chapel
Join us for our meditation on the Tao Te Ching. We read a short passage, enjoy a time of shared silence for meditation and then share our reflections on the text. All welcome.
Tuesday 26th July 7.30 – 8.15 pm: Rose Meditation on Zoom
Join the Unitarian Transformers for a meditation on the rose, symbol of love, the divine feminine, and Mary Magdalene, whose feast day was on 22nd July. Led by Laura Dobson. No previous experience of meditation is required. All welcome.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/94223648779?pwd=UEVkejhLQnkxV2VrMHU5THg2ZUJNdz09
Meeting ID: 942 2364 8779
Passcode: 3c9Pb1
Thursday 28th July 7 – 8.15 pm: Heart and Soul on Zoom
Heart and Soul is a contemplative spiritual gathering in which you can take time to reflect on life in the company of others. Each session follows a regular pattern, including readings and music, time for guided prayers of gratitude, compassion for others, self-reflection, and silent meditation. Led by Laura Dobson. All welcome.
This week’s theme is ‘Sacrifice’.
“The ultimate test of a person’s conscience may be their willingness to sacrifice something today for future generations whose words of thanks will not be heard.’’― Gaylord Nelson
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 868 9873 0361
Passcode: 101861
Friday 29th January 7 – 9.30 pm Kirtan and Cacao with Ravi Freeman, in the chapel
A transformational experience of devotional singing with songs & chants from around the world plus sound journey
The evening consists of an hour of singing, followed by a sound journey (including gong bath), and ends with more singing.
This event includes a ceremonial drink of cacao.
Ravi is a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and one of the longest established Western players of the kora (West African harp). His music is the result of a lifetime exploring the edge, through world music, tribal cultures, throat singing and a journey that has taken him from India to the Amazon.
As well as over 20 CDs, international performances and workshops and the invention of the electric/stereo kora, Ravi has also worked with artists such as Nigel Kennedy, Jon Lord, Phil Manzanera, Baaba Maal, Dr John, Ronu Majumdar and Marlui Miranda.
The most recent albums are “Songs for the Golden Age” and “Two Rivers” with master flautist Adrian Freedman
The most recent albums are “Songs for the Golden Age” and “Two Rivers” with master flautist Adrian Freedman
As well as devotional singing events, Ravi also offers Overtone Singing and Voice Workshops
which take participants on a transformational journey of discovery into the voice
which take participants on a transformational journey of discovery into the voice
Video testimonial
* pay on the door ( cash only)
£20 ( plus £5 extra if you would like ceremonial cacao)
*Please note that we cannot use the car park opposite the Chapel, as its only available to use freely at weekends. But you can park for free in the car park behind the town hall for free after 6pm. It’s only a couple of minutes walk awaySunday 31st July 11 am – 2 pm: Chapel Open Day
On Treacle Market Sunday the chapel will be open from 11 am to 2 pm for refreshments and good company. All welcome to drop in at any time.