Dances of Universal
Peace
Labyrinth Walk & Dances of Universal Peace
Dancing Peacock Paradise
Saturday, January 23, 2016
Click to view all photos from our 20th annual Global Peace Dance.
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Dhyana
Lovingly weeding & restoring our labyrinth
as a spiritual practice with her cat SAM
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“Come Community”
Song by Dhyana, Movements by DiAnahita
Come, commUnity
Come, commUnity
Weave our lives together in Love
Come, commUnion
Come, commUnion
Yoke our hearts & minds as One
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Ya Basir – O All-Seeing
Ya Sami – O Ever-Listening
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Christmas Day Dance
at Dancing Peacock Paradise
an exceptionally warm day in all ways!
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Responses to Global Peace Dance 2015
This New Year's dance was really powerful & moving for me. I felt as though we were really sending out peaceful vibrations to the world, & I'm sure it had some beneficial effect upon it: not only in the world, but on us, as we walked out more at peace & filled with joy! Clare
I loved the dance & your leadership. We were all carried into love. That last dance [Secret One] was beyond wonderful. Love & Peace & Thanks, m. grace Vaughan
What would I do without this dance to begin the year & carry me forward in joy & unity with others? The magic of the dances not only uplifts in the moment, but sustains us. Thank you for 20 years of your energy & guidance.
Tee Lee Wood
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New Year's Eve
in Gainesville, Florida
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Finding My Self in the Labyrinth
Dhyana Raynor, interviewed by Al Rider
Dhyana creates & blesses labyrinths (over 200 on canvas been been shipped all over the world, & many permanent outdoor labyrinths, including here in Ft. McCoy & one in Argentina). As a facilitator she introduces them to others, then steps out of the way to let the labyrinth do its work. Amazing things happen.
Decades ago, in a time of crisis, she prayed: “God, Now I want to do life your way. Surprise me!” While walking her first labyrinth at Grace Cathedral in San Francisco, Dhyana had an “energy vortex” experience, a moment of holiness, power, & peace.
She reveals: “Walking the labyrinth is like communion, a sacrament, a sacred journey, a step of intention that brings heart & mind toward receiving blessing. The mystery of Spirit is new every time.“
Dhyana inspired the Dancing Peacock Paradise Labyrinth, made the connections for it to happen in a labyrinth-building workshop, & has maintained it during her trips to Florida through the years.
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Temple bells set the tone
for a labyrinth experience
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Responses to Christmas Dance
Thank you for sharing paradise with us & for being such an awesome dance leader - we so enjoyed & look forward to being there again. My favorite dances were when we blessed our partners & looked deep into eyes, & the ocean turns away no river - I felt this great love being poured out - LESLIE
Robert had a GREAT time & wants to come back! I had the BEST TIME--THANK YOU with all my heart! It was one of the most wonderful Christmases ever! You really are a GREAT song & dance leader-- I LOVE LOVE LOVE THE DANCES & SINGING THANK YOU SO MUCH! :-) my happiest wishes for you, Marion
I had a wonderful time & especially loved the evening Zikr. Thank you for sharing your beautiful space with loving kindness. Wishing you the most incredible new year. Many blessings, Elizabeth
I really enjoyed the dancing & singing, something I have never done before, though I had some deja vu moments; & for once I got to see all vegetarian dishes served - amazing. I am hoping to be there again. Seema
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Upcoming Dances for your Calendar
Saturday, Feb 13 ~ "Sufi Day"
at Peacock Paradise, including a Gatha class with Sufi poetry, readings, wazifa, & a dance in the afternoon, followed by potluck & zikr in the evening. Details in Feb. Newsletter.
Sunday, Feb. 14, Valentine's Evening
Join Beloveds at Gainesville Retreat Center for a Potluck dinner, followed by Dances with DiAnahita
Saturday, Feb. 27 “Healing Dances” Traditional 4th Saturday dance & zikr
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