Arches is an eclectic group of spiritual wanderers who follow multiple paths on their collective journey through life. As Spirit Tribe, we’ve designed and built the labyrinth centers for the Sirius Rising rituals since 2005, as well as three different dragon puppets that marked the return of Spirit in the elemental ritual cycles. It’s our great honor to light the labyrinth paths for the Brushwood community. There is a special silent lighting ceremony planned on Friday after the Ancestor Ritual.
Friday: Spirit Ritual – The Journey of Hope (Labyrinth) Spirit represents unity, the sum of all elements, and the transformation of individual hope into collective will. This silent ritual guides participants on a reflective journey through the Brushwood Labyrinth, culminating at the center, the place of Spirit. Participants are encouraged to carry sigils with personal intentions for transformation and/or Seeds of Hope while engaging in labyrinth meditation.
- Ancestor Ritual (8:00 pm at the Ancestor Area)
- Spirit Ritual Part One (8:30pm following the Ancestor Ritual) Once the community has gathered, the Archers Walk the Labyrinth path from the center to the gate. This symbolizes the offering of the Spirit’s gifts to the community, preparing the Labyrinth for the collective journey. Once the Archers complete their walk, attendees are invited to begin their silent journey through the Labyrinth. The Labyrinth Guardian steps aside and blesses the gate for the community to enter. Additional Seeds of Hope will be available at the entry to the Labyrinth for anyone to take. The Mickeys (acoustic performance) play in the background during the community walk.
Spirit Ritual Part Two (10:30pm following nightfall): After night falls, the Labyrinth and all its altars are fully illuminated with candle luminaries along its path, creating a sacred, silent and contemplative atmosphere. The silence remains, and attendees are free to walk the Labyrinth individually or in small groups throughout the evening, deepening their connection to the journey.(All Archers walk silently in a procession line with candles and white lanterns through the village, past the Main Pavilion and the Roundhouse, and provide a visual cue for all who wish to walk the Labyrinth.)