Anthropologists estimate that the first human use of fire was 800,000 years ago, and that for the ancestors of our ancestors, opening this relationship was the defining spark in human awareness. Since ancient time, fire has been seen as the essence of heart - both individually and communally - holding our deepest knowing, wisdom, and the awakening connection to who we are, to each other and to the greater world.

In these times of uncertainty and rapid change, it is common to feel increasingly disconnected from ourselves, each other, and the world. As the energy of transformation, Fire is a primordial healing presence for all of us. In the natural world, fire burns away deadwood and decay, allowing forests to be reborn into lushness. Likewise, our hearts long to burn away fear and worn-out patterns, allowing us a fresh start to rebuild life-sustaining connections.

Many folks who come to the fires experience amazing healing. Sitting by Sacred Fire re-ignites us when our soul is feeling weary, overcome by grief or just plain lost. Sacred Fire has a way of rekindling the embers in our hearts to find joy, meaning and purpose and new direction. It fosters a sense of well-being and is profoundly helpful in keeping us grounded in these turbulent times.

One of the most beautiful and powerful gifts of sitting in the presence of Sacred Fire is it fosters our ability to reconnect to the web of life. Our ancestors knew that fire kept them in right relationship with the natural world, with each other and themselves. The medicine of Sacred Fire transforms our anxiety, fears and isolation. We emerge with open hearts and the capacity to feel the warmth of connection not only within ourselves... but to go forth and bring that warmth and connection into our homes and workplaces and communities.

I invite you to experience the spiritual nourishment and renewal that comes from sitting in the presence of Sacred Fire. It will help to vivify and deepen your connection to spirit regardless of your faith tradition and spiritual practices. We honor and respect each person's spiritual path and support one another in a safe container that engenders common heart.

Please join us!

Warmly,

Cindy Fogle

Initiated Firekeeper

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