Avalon offers a number of ceremonies open to the public during many of the Celtic holidays associated with the movement of the sun and seasons. We also offer ceremonial fires. Sometimes, a person needs ritual and ceremony to honor a milestone such as motherhood or a new job, signaling to the soul a pronounced, outward expression of transformation and gratitude. Other reasons to hold fire ceremony may include the need to release emotional turmoil, limiting old stories, or recognition of an ending (or beginning!). (*Mary Katherine will assist you in designing whatever occasion is being experienced. She has conducted numerous ceremonial fires for all kinds of reasons!) 

UPCOMING CEREMONY AT AVALON ACRES:

With Kristi Dawson, Shamanic Practitioner and Teacher

SUGGESTED DONATION: $20* (fundraiser for TTD) 

Join Mary Katherine and her dear friend and fellow shamanic practitioner, Kristi for a special fire ceremony learning the ways of Brigid, the Celtic Goddess of Healing, Smithcraft, and Poetry.

We will be addressing what empowers us FROM THE INSIDE. External validation is subjective–how are YOU forging your internal passions? How lovingly would you like to speak with she-who-gets-things-done? The more joy we generate by doing what truly feeds us, the brighter our lights shine. 

Calling on CREATION that is the SPARK of the Divine Flame Within, we will drum to and for Brigid and speak to what fiery hopes we have for a fruitful, abundant year.

Healthy snacks and tea to end our time together will be served in the farmhouse

This event is a FUNDRAISER for Through These Doors, a Domestic Violence Non-Profit serving Cumberland County and beyond. 

Domestic Violence Prevention is a topic near and dear to my heart, as I was in an abusive relationship for four years with my first husband. One thing I learned was that Super Bowl Sunday (which falls on Sun, 02/08 this year) is one of the busiest days of the year for domestic violence hotline calls. Let’s help those helping other women! 

Previous Ceremonies at Avalon:

Grief is the other side of love. The depths of our sorrow mirror the depths of our heart. To live and feel fully, we must be willing to touch both. Yet in our culture, grief is often silenced—pushed aside for the comfort of others.

This ceremony is an invitation to unmute your grief. Together, we will create a safe container to wail, cry, and let our bodies and voices give shape to all that has been held inside—sorrow, longing, heartbreak.

Through this release, we make space for quiet, peace, and renewal as we move into the stillness of winter. You are not alone in your grief.

Your voice matters. Your tears are welcome here.

What to bring:

-item for altar (someone/something you grieve for – maybe even your younger self)

-an item that feels comforting (a favorite sweater/blanket, a cup of tea, a picture of a friend, or a crystal that feels healing)

-comfotable, warm clothing and layers

-yoga mat or camping mat and chair to sit on so you’re warm on the ground

FMI: Please reach out directly to Juliette Sutherland for more information on this ceremony, or to chat about whether it is right for you at this time. Juliette can be reached by going through her website: Juliette Films

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