“Those who in youth and childhood wander alone in woods and wild places, ever after carry in their hearts a secret well of quietness.” W.B Yeats In preparing for this pilgrimage, I (Sam) found myself unexpectedly drawn back into my own youth. We had intended to head … Read more
“At its heart, the journey of each life is a pilgrimage through unforeseen sacred places that enlarge and enrich the soul.” ~ John O’Donohue In the heart of winter and close to the shortest day at the Solstice, Wild Church set off on its third tree pilgrimage guided by Cami Rose and Rev Sam. I … Read more
Since childhood I’ve often struggled with Remembrance Sunday. When I was growing up much of the culture around me was still unconsciously immersed in a rather Victorian Christianity, with an imperialist quality which horrified me. Not that I didn’t and don’t deeply feel for all who suffer through warfare but I am a pacifist at … Read more
Waking on this blustery autumn morning I (Cami) realize two weeks have passed since our Wild Harvest Fundraiser at Dartington Church. A rich and deeply nourishing day of community gathering in celebration of this blessed land. The intention was to bring awareness to Wild Church and our monthly tree pilgrimages that we will be hosting … Read more