Session 1: The Power of Earth Part of Sing to the Power In This Section Introduction From Sing to the Power Those who dwell among the beauties and mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life.... Session-at-a-Glance From Sing to the Power Activity Minutes Opening 5 Activity 1: Story — Creation from the Dreamtime 10 Activity 2: Song — Learn "Sing to the Power" 5 Activity 3: Personal... 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 Leader Resource 1, Opening Wor... Activity 1: Story - Creation from the Dreamtime From Sing to the Power Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Story, "Creation from the Dreamtime" Optional: Unitarian Universalist Principles and Sources Preparatio... Activity 2: Song - Learning "Sing to the Power" From Sing to the Power Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Leader Resource 2, "Now Let Us Sing," Hymn 368 in Singing the Living Tradit... Activity 3: Personal Interviews From Sing to the Power Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 1, Questions for Interviews Bell or chime Preparation for Activity Copy Handout 1, Questions fo... Activity 4: Building a Web of Connections From Sing to the Power Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Large ball of yarn Description of Activity This activity makes visible and tangible some of the web of... Activity 5: Circle of Elements Mural From Sing to the Power Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Leader Resource 3, Circle of Elements Mural Instructions Paper, poster board, or fabric Paper or fabric... Closing From Sing to the Power Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Leader Resource 1, Opening Words for Basket Leader Resource 3, Circle of Elements Mural Instructions Lea... 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 Earth Power From Sing to the Power Activity time: 35 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: Personal Connections Poster From Sing to the Power Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Drawing paper, 11x17-inch Plain pencils and color pencils Description of Activity Participants understa... Taking It Home From Sing to the Power Those who dwell among the beauties and mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life. — Rachel Carson, 20th-century environmental activist IN... Creation from the Dreamtime From Sing to the Power Adapted from an Aboriginal creation story from Australia.When the earth was new-born, it was plain and without any features or life.... Handout 1: Questions for Interviews From Sing to the Power Where were you born? Where do you live? Have you always lived there? If not, how many times have you moved? Do you have siblings? Do you have pets? When... Leader Resource 1: Opening Words for Basket From Sing to the Power The authors of these readings have given approval for their use. We gather this hour as people of faith With joys and sorrows, gifts and needs We light... Leader Resource 2: Now Let Us Sing From Sing to the Power Hymn 368 Singing the Living Tradition. Author unknown.Printing This Handout Download a high-resolution copy of this Handout (PDF) for printing... Leader Resource 3: Circle of Elements Mural Instructions From Sing to the Power Create four quarter-circles, in a large size, using easel paper, canvas, poster board, or another material. Display as a circle-shaped mural in your... Leader Resource 4: Connection Circle From Sing to the Power Printing This Handout Download a high-resolution copy of this Handout (PDF) for printing... Leader Resource 5: Closing Words for Basket From Sing to the Power The authors of these readings have given approval for their use.... Find Out More From Sing to the Power Online, read an introduction to Aboriginal mythology and explore a variety of Aboriginal myths and legends. The Crystal Links website and the website Up... PREVIOUS: Participant Feedback Form UP: Sing to the Power NEXT: Introduction Download all of Sing to the Power (Word) (PDF) to edit or print.