Session 5: The Power of Stillness Part of Sing to the Power In This Section Introduction From Sing to the Power In stillness the world is restored. — Lao Tzu The power of air is the power of stillness, of listening and openness and breathing. The story for this... Session-at-a-Glance From Sing to the Power Activity Minutes Opening 5 Activity 1: Story — Henry David Thoreau and the Still, Small, Voice 10 Activity 2: Adding Air Symbols to the Circle of the... Spiritual Preparation From Sing to the Power Find a place where you can be quiet with your thoughts. Close your eyes and breathe deeply for several minutes, perhaps repeating a word or phrase to... Opening From Sing to the Power Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice or LED/battery-operated candle Cloth for altar or centering space Opening Words for Basket (Sess... Activity 1: Story - Henry David Thoreau and the Still, Small Voice From Sing to the Power Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Story, "Henry David Thoreau and the Still, Small Voice" Preparation for Activity Read the story and... Activity 2: Adding Air Symbols to the Circle of the Elements Mural From Sing to the Power Activity time: 12 minutes Materials for Activity Circle of Elements Mural Instructions (Session 1, Leader Resource 3) Paper, poster board, or fabric Pap... Activity 3: Breath Meditation From Sing to the Power Activity time: 8 minutes Materials for Activity Leader Resource 1, Breath Meditation Optional: Pillows or mats Preparation for Activity Optional: Consid... Activity 4: Prayer Flags From Sing to the Power Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Swaths of solid color fabric Permanent markers or fabric paint Stapler Yarn Newspaper Preparation for... Closing From Sing to the Power Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Circle of Elements mural from Session 1 Leader Resource 2, "Stillness" Circle, and tape Circle of Elemen... Leader Reflection and Planning From Sing to the Power Reflect on and discuss with your co-leader(s): How did the timing go today? What might we do to make it work better? What worked well? What didn't? What... Faith In Action: Exploring Ways to Exercise Air Power From Sing to the Power Activity time: 30 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Stickers or adhesive dots Preparation for Activity Research groups in your... Alternate Activity 1: Sharing Joys and Sorrows From Sing to the Power Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Attractive bowl Smooth stones, at least one for each participant Preparation for Activity Fill the bowl... Alternate Activity 2: Moving Candle Flame From Sing to the Power Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Candle, candle holder, and saucer for each participant Matches or lighter Preparation for Activity Make... Alternate Activity 3: Prayer Pinwheels From Sing to the Power Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 1, Peace Pinwheel Template and Instructions Pencils with attached eraser heads, and straight... Taking It Home From Sing to the Power In stillness the world is restored. — Lao Tzu IN TODAY'S SESSION... the children heard a story which connected Henry David Thoreau seeking stillness at... Henry David Thoreau and the Still, Small Voice From Sing to the Power Henry sat in front of his little cabin on one of his three chairs, listening to the evening.... Handout 1: Peace Pinwheel Template and Instructions From Sing to the Power From the Pinwheels for Peace website, copyright 2005, Ayers and McMillan.... Leader Resource 1: Breath Meditation From Sing to the Power Read aloud at a measured pace, pausing between sentences. With your eyes closed, relax your body, starting with your head. Relax your face muscles, and... Leader Resource 2: Stillness Circle From Sing to the Power Printing This Handout Download a high-resolution copy of this Handout (PDF) for printing... Find Out More From Sing to the Power Online, read quotes from Henry David Thoreau's Waldenhttp://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-north/walden-pond… Pond today. For more... PREVIOUS: Find Out More UP: Sing to the Power NEXT: Introduction Download all of Sing to the Power (Word) (PDF) to edit or print.