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September's Forest Finds: Rituals and Symbolic Actions
Rituals and Symbolic Actions in Chaplaincy
As chaplains we are often relegated to a limited liturgical sphere when it comes to rituals. Traditionally, we are called on to do worship services, lead prayers, conduct baptisms and support death related ceremonies. In addition, we are the”go to” people to provide material resources and provisions for specific religions.
BUT, many of us do so much more. This month, our Forest Finds will take a look at the concept, practice, development and content of rituals in chaplaincy. The idea of creating original rituals that are not solely focused on religiosity, but utilize the language of everyday culture, have not been typical as chaplains assist care seekers in their search for meaning and purpose. Let’s see what we might discover together as we ask:
How can we deepen our reservoir of tools by creating rituals for individuals, families and communities that mark a moment of great importance that will resonate? How can we craft symbolic moments that transform thoughts and beliefs into an intentional emotion generating experience?
Mark your Calendar
Group Art Activity: Controlled Breathing Waves
Join Treehouse member Rev. Dr. Tara Parrish in this relaxing art offering, creating art while practicing worry management strategies.
When Care Seekers Talk Politics: Chaplaincy and the Elections
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Prison and Hospital Chaplains Chat
A prison chaplain and a hospital chaplain discuss the impact limited agency and confinement has on spiritual care and meaning making
Rebecca Donley: Caring for Survivors of Domestic Abuse
We all know survivors of abuse, but how many of us have trauma-informed survivor- centered training to support careseekers?