If this is your first time, we understand you might be coming in with some apprehension.
Can I trust a group of men to really hold me? Is this a space of liberation or merely indulgence? Your questions are so, so welcome here!
Some of us have been gathering over the last year around these exact questions, and we continue to bring this space forward because of a belief that trust and intimacy amongst men of integrity is essential for the world we want to live in.
What is emergent ritual?Emergent ritual assumes that every precise group of beings — humans and more-than-humans — is brought together to do unique and important work. We will create space for the exact configuration of stories, experiences, questions, and dreams that arises on our day together to speak its own wisdom, and for all of us present to listen and be moved. Facilitators will offer some light structure to help everyone drop into a ritual space, but what happens in that space comes through the participation of all present, including you!
ScheduleWe are asking folks to arrive between 2-230pm, so that we can open the circle together. The time we spend this afternoon will be a mix of intentional ritual and deep exhalation, where folks are free to wander and connect in more casual ways. We believe it's the mix of those two qualities of interaction that creates a transformative space.
We will arrange a dinner around 6pm, and you will be free to go by 9pm. There may be a gathering around a fire afterwards for those interested to stay longer.
DonationThis month's ritual will operate entirely on a donation basis. That means food, logistics, and facilitation are offered freely as gifts by those of us crafting the space. If you wish to offer something back, you can send a donation by Venmo or Zelle to
[email protected]. If it helps, the suggested donation may be in the range of $50-100, but there is no wrong amount. All are welcome regardless of financial situation.