In these intense and transformational times, we need more than ever to experience calmness and inner peace by reducing worry and anxiety and focusing on being present. Altars are important as a cornerstone of spiritual practice – of a practice that connects us more deeply with ourselves and with our source in Spirit.
The Altar A Foundational Tool To Rock Your Life We'd love to see you on December 5th at Mystical Wares in Mount Vernon, WA for a free interactive event with James. There will be a short talk and Q&A exploring why altars are important as a cornerstone of spiritual practice. Bring or purchase a
"Our great ancestors were acutely aware of the natural cycles of time involving the rhythms of the Earth, Sun, and Moon, as well as those of the major planets and stars. They lived their lives informed by and in accordance with these cycles. One of the simple, effective ways we can access ancient wisdom is
At September Equinox we held a ceremony at home with friends to honor this special time and to use its special power for prayer, for ourselves and for the planet. Each of us laid out two similar personal power objects on the indoor altar which we named "The Altar of Perfect Balance." With a beautiful
Up, up, up the winding mountain road to enter the gates to sacred space and swallows flitting across the charged azure blue sky. She meditates on a grassy terrace. He does Tai Chi. She does Qigong. He writes of how Spirit brought them together, even years before their wedding, and how Spirit has kept
Blessed sunrise on sacred mountain warms the soul with gladness Light the candle and lay out stones at lakeside in honor of communion This place an altar of earth and sun and spirit Brings the heart into its temple And all is right :-) (photo by James K. Papp at Garnet Lake in the
I came to see the largest stone circle in the world and found destiny asking me if I wanted to dance again like I did in the long summer of a century lost. Holding palms upward to the silent sky, the gift is accepted and the sun lays down behind the far hill to rest.
We are made of energy and that energy is profoundly affected by the energy of the places in our phenomenal world. So when we connect with the energy of a place - whether by its physical proximity or by the boundless travels of our dreams, a relationship is made which supports and empowers us.
Take me to where the stones speak. Take me to the silent place within where I can hear. Take me to where the trees hold me in their arms and the rain dances on my mind. Take me to where brothers and sisters remember who they really are. Take me to the place where
The travel altar helps me set the tone for my day by serving as a powerful organizing force and a reminder to take the time necessary for prayer, meditation, etc...
