The Seed is Still in Darkness: Sensing Aliveness

2845 Marcey Road,Arlington VA 22207

23 January, 2022

Description

The Seed is Still in Darkness: Sensing Aliveness Painstaking attention to what is being regenerated in darkness requires every ounce of forbearance we can muster. We’re eager to poke our heads out into light, but the seed is still in darkness. Synthesis of the new and regeneration of the old takes time. Our attention now goes to the forces of life within us and our ecosystem. Normally we don’t pay attention to these sensations, but that is the whole of our task now. During this season, focusing on sensation helps us to not jump to a conclusion about who we’re becoming. We’re focusing on the fact that we simply are. Like Cynthia Bourgeault says, “Pay attention to not what you are but that you are.” Easier said than done, I know. This takes practice, which is what we do at Wild Earth! ************** Trying a new spot Sunday, Potomac Overlook Regional Park in Arlington, VA at 2:00. (Note that the time is 2:00!) Thanks to Al for introducing these 67 acres to us and providing knowledge of what we know (or as Al says, what we think we know) about the indigenous people who were on this ground before us. We will be masking and social distancing. One’s mask may be removed while speaking to the group so that you may be heard. Please register so we can keep you updated with any changes. Directions –There is a light at Marcey Road from Military Road. Drive down to the end of Marcey to the picnic shelter, where the parking circle is for the park. If that area is full, circle back around down the hill to Marcey, where you can park on either side of the street. After you park, someone (most likely Al) will greet you at the gates that say, “authorized vehicles.” You’ll follow a short asphalt path to signs on the left where we’ll gather in the forest. First photo: Entrance to parking circle. If this is filled, return to Marcy Road and park along the street. Second photo: We’ll have a sign here instructing you to walk left here to our spot. LIABILITY Your attendance at the event is understood to hold The Wild Earth Spiritual Community and its leaders harmless in case of illness, accident, or injury. LOGISTICS/DETAILS Gathering Times 1:45 PM - Arrival and Drum circle begins. Please bring a drum or percussion instrument if you would like to join in. 2:00 PM - WESC begins. Please plan to arrive early as this is a new meeting spot. What to bring: Camp chairWeather appropriate clothingSturdy shoesWater and snackBlanket for warmth Covid requirements: We will be masking and social distancing. One’s mask may be removed while speaking to the group so that you may be heard. COVID Screening Questionnaire Are you experiencing any of these symptoms not caused by another condition: fever (above 100.4 degrees F) or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, recent loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea? Within the last 14 days, have you: 1. Had contact with anyone that you know had COVID-19 or COVID-19-like symptoms? Contact is being 6 feet (2 meters) or closer for more than 15 minutes with a person, or having direct contact with fluids from a person with COVID-19 (for example, being coughed or sneezed on). 2. Have you had a positive COVID-19 test for active virus in the past 10 days? 3. Within the past 14 days, has a public health or medical professional told you to self-monitor, self-isolate, or self-quarantine because of concerns about COVID-19 infection? If you answered yes to any of these questions, postpone your visit until you receive a negative COVID-19 test or until two weeks after your symptoms have passed. Restrooms- Restrooms are available at the picnic shelter and the nature center. Weather – We will gather regardless of the weather unless it is dangerous. If the weather turns, we will email you all by 9:00 a.m. on Sunday morning to clarify the plan. Filming and Photos – We would like to take photos of the program to post untagged on our website and Facebook page. Please let us know if you would rather not be photographed. Latecomers – If you don’t see us in the parking area, please follow signs for "Wild Earth Spiritual Community" to our gathering location. Contributions – We will be collecting donations to support our work in organizing these free, monthly Wild Earth Spiritual Community gatherings. We are so grateful for your contributions and for making it possible for us to continue offering opportunities for deepening one's spirituality in nature. Feel free to email Sarah with questions or call Sarah's cell (301) 807-8209 until 1:40 pm on Sunday with last-minute questions.