An ongoing study of the book:
the art of ritual
Creating and Performing Ceremonies for Growth and Change
by Renee Beck & Sydney Barbara Metrick (Celestial Arts)

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Please be aware that this book is much, much more than a template or framework for creating rituals.  It explores ritual in great depth: why we have ritual, how we have ritual, what we can do to improve the rituals we do hold...it is also an ongoing exploration of your life, learning who you are and identifying your rituals with the aim of helping you take the awareness of the sacred in ritual to an awareness of the sacred in your daily life.  The articles are listed below.  (In italics are future articles)

• Chapter 1: Understanding the Role of Ritual in Your Life   
                   Chapter Discussion (Text)   Powerpoint   Worksheet

• Chapter 2: Myth, History, and Symbol  
                  Chapter Discussion (Text)   Worksheet

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  UPCOMING ADDITIONS:

• Chapter 3: Types of Rituals

• Chapter 4: The Process of Ritual

• Chapter 5: The Elements of Ritual

• Chapter 6: Crafting and Consecrating Tools

• Chapter 7: Altars

• Chapter 8: Ritual Guidelines and Worksheet

• Chapter 9: Applications of Ritual

• Chapter 10: Conclusion