 Raven Medicine
January 27-29, 2012
Bethel Horizons
Dodgeville, Wisconsin
Magic, shape shifting, and creation are its keynotes. Its cycle of power is Winter solstice. It is the bird of birth and death, and it is a bird of mysticism and magic.
The raven represents a duality as folklore around the world depicts in terms of both light and darkness. It was considered by some to be "unclean" due to its being a scavenger. Odin, the Norse god, used them as spiritual messengers. In some areas, it was believed that the Raven foretold death, and others believed that wicked priests became Ravens.
The Raven is a member of the corvids family, crows and magpies. The only difference between a raven and a crow is size. The raven is much larger. Thus, much of what applies to the crow applies to the raven.
Separate from the crow, the raven is believed to bring forth life and order. Nothing could exist without the raven. It stole the sunlight from the one who would keep the world in darkness. It is honored in art and on totem poles, reflecting the tales and mysticism that have developed around it.
Sacred Space
The sacred space will be anchored by an altar of 800-1000 pounds of rocks and crystals. In addition, each person is asked to bring eight(8) pieces of granite that will be used to create individual and intertwining sacred circles. The combination will be to create a massive healing energy to anchor the weekend.
Integration
Integration is the process by which we begin to support the chaos around and within us to form a new order. For some, this will be to complete the parallel (or past, if you are linear) life lessons and unfinished business, and/or to heal bleed-through. For others, it will be a return to the center, where the wisdom of internal authority will be rekindled to provide a guiding light for each person.
Bring your Stones including 8 pieces of granite
Each person is encouraged to bring whatever stones or crystals that feel appropriate or necessary to support your process. In addition, several stones will be provided for use during workshop. Some of the crystals will be gifted to you. Others will be available for purchase at cost or returned at the end of the workshop.
Limited to
We have limited the number of attendees to 24.
When and Where will it be held
The workshop is residential and will be held at a beautiful Lutheran kids camp at Dodgeville, WI. You will receive detailed instructions with your registration. We will begin class at 9 am on each day and end at 3 pm on Sunday afternoon. To Register: Please send a $100 deposit or the amount in full to Marie Smith 19126 Campbell Hill Dr, Richland Center, WI 53581. If you have questions, please contact Marie Smith at marie@hawkrdg.org or (608) 647-2366 The last day for registration is Monday, January 18, 2012. Cancellations received by January 18 will get a full refund. After January18th there will be a $50 processing fee.
Fee
$495 if payment is postmarked by January 18, 2012, which includes lodging for Friday and Saturday night, 2 meals on Friday, 3 meals on Saturday, and brunch on Sunday. Late registration is $545. Please inquire if you need any financial assistance. There is one full or two half scholarships as soon as we reach 20 participants. There is also a couples discount of $100 less per person. Lodging for Thursday night is $30 extra. For more information, email One White Horse Standing at OneHorseStanding@aol.com
or call 440.338.1705
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