Workshop 4: Blow In the Wind, Rise In The Sea: Nature And Spirit Part of Spirit of Life In This Section Introduction From Spirit of Life We covenant to affirm and promote... Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part. The living tradition we share draws... Workshop-at-a-Glance From Spirit of Life Activity Minutes Welcoming and Entering 0 Opening 10 Activity 1: The Web in the Bread 10 Activity 2: Story — from A Private History of Awe 5 Activity 3:... Spiritual Preparation From Spirit of Life Reflection. You may wish to set aside some time to reflect on your personal experiences of spirituality in nature. Either individually or together,... Welcoming and Entering From Spirit of Life Materials for Activity Nametags and bold markers Sign-in sheet and pen or pencil Optional: Newsprint, markers, and tape Optional: Computer, digital... Opening From Spirit of Life Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Altar or centering table Cloth for covering altar or centering table Chalice, candle and lighter or LED... Activity 1: The Web in the Bread From Spirit of Life Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity A loaf of whole grain bread A knife and cutting board A plate for the bread Small napkins for all... Activity 2: Story - A Private History of Awe From Spirit of Life Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Copy of the story "A Private History of Awe" Optional: Cordless microphone Preparation for Activity Revi... Activity 3: Recalling our Experiences of Nature From Spirit of Life Activity time: 60 minutes Materials for Activity Paper for drawing or writing Drawing and writing implements, such as pencils, color pencils, markers,... Closing From Spirit of Life Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Altar or centering table Cloth for covering altar or centering table Chalice and candle or LED... Leader Reflection and Planning From Spirit of Life After the workshop is finished, set a time for co-facilitators to get together to evaluate the workshop and plan future workshops.... Faith In Action: Generations Together Exploring the Natural World From Spirit of Life Preparation for Activity Talk with appropriate groups in the congregation to help you plan and publicize your activity. Description of Activity Lead... Alternate Activity 1: In Praise of Creation From Spirit of Life Activity time: 30 minutes Materials for Activity Bell Clock, watch, or timer that shows seconds Leader Resource 1, Group Projects in Praise of Creation... Alternate Activity 2: Earth-based Reading and Reflection From Spirit of Life Activity time: 30 minutes Materials for Activity One Singing the Living Tradition hymnbook Newsprint, markers, and tape Paper for drawing or writing... Taking It Home From Spirit of Life We covenant to affirm and promote... Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part. The living tradition we share draws... A Private History of Awe From Spirit of Life Excerpted and adapted from Scott Russell Sanders' book, A Private History of Awe (New York, North Point Press, 2006).In his book A Private History of Aw... Handout 1: Blow in the Wind From Spirit of Life UNISON CHALICE LIGHTING We light this chalice in affirmation and respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.... Leader Resource 1: Group Projects in Praise of Creation From Spirit of Life Cut into strips. I.... Find Out More From Spirit of Life Many of the meditations compiled by Skinner House Books and available from inSpirit: The UU Book and Gift Shop include readings that reflect a spiritual... PREVIOUS: Find Out More UP: Spirit of Life NEXT: Introduction Download all of Spirit of Life (Word) (PDF) to edit or print.