As the Autumn Equinox tips us from light into deepening dark, we gather to mark the seasonal threshold—where balance hangs for a moment before the descent. In this liminal space, we invite you to sit with what is shifting, what is lost, and what remains.
Join us for an evening of ritual and reflection. Through story, song, and shared conversation, we’ll explore the entwined threads of grief, death, and loss—and the fierce joy that glimmers through their weave.
This offering is part of a weekend series led by 
Penny Allport
 and 
Renate Ringer
 exploring the practical, soulful, and ecological aspects of death and dying—including green burial, end-of-life planning, and the art of conscious departure. This Friday evening gathering opens the doorway into that deeper inquiry, through the expressive channels of lament, sound, and story.
Facilitated by:
Kester Reid
, co-founder of 
Danu Folk School
, a centre for land-based cultural learning, and one half of 
Siarimis
, a Celtic music and storytelling duo rooted in ancestral tradition.
Penny Allport
: Life Cycle Celebrant 
https://movingceremonies.com
Renate Ringer
: Registered Nurse and Living Well Dying Well program facilitator at Centre for Earth and Spirit 
https://centreforearthandspirit.ca/about-us/our-team
This gathering is not a performance, but a participatory space. Together, we’ll co-create a gentle container to honour sorrow and seek steadiness amidst uncertain times. Let this be seasonal nourishment for soul and spirit—a communal lament, a quiet offering, a ritual of belonging.
What to Expect:
Seasonal ritual to honour the Autumn Equinox
Storytelling and traditional songs that speak to grief and resilience
Guided reflections and facilitated sharing
Time for silence, song, and collective presence
Come as you are. Bring a friend, a warm layer, a journal if you wish, something from nature to contribute to a community altar —and whatever you’re carrying in your heart.
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Date: Friday, September 19, 2025
Time: 
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Cost: $30.00
This is part of a weekend series including Friday night, Saturday and Sunday. You can purchase all three events for $165
Location: The Abbey 3273 First St, Cumberland, BC V0R 1S0
We gratefully accept contributions to support those who can’t afford full registration costs from anyone inspired to contribute. It truly takes a village! Please contact us in advance if funds are a barrier.
For any inquiries
, please contact 
pennyallport@gmail.com
 or
info@centreforearthandspirit.ca
.
Visit 
https://centreforearthandspirit.ca
 for more information about Centre for Earth and Spirit, our various programs and have access to blog posts, social media links, and other upcoming programs!
Information Source: Centre for Earth and Spirit Society | eventbrite

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