Please continue to hold our dear founders Perry and Jeanne Robinson in prayer as Perry recovers at home. Jeanne Robinson has been posting updates in the Center For Peace Facebook Group. |
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October 16th
Honoring the Elders
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Sunday, October 16
11am - 3 pm
On Sunday, October 16th, we will come together at the Center for Peace’s Peace/Sound Chamber to honor the Elders of the Center For Peace.
Those people who have played roles in realizing the Center’s 30 years of serving the local area and the world through our many ceremonies, teachings, dances, sweat lodges, workshops and much more, will join together in an informal discussion of the times and laughter we have shared, and the wisdom gained.
| This event is part of our year-long celebration of the Center’s 30th year. |
Informal discussion will start in the Peace Sound Chamber at 11am, Sunday, October 16.
We expect these conversations to end about 1pm. We will then meet at the Center after these discussions for some snacks and informal question and answer opportunities.
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 Fire Ceremony
October 7th - 6:45 pm
~ led by Katy Koontz
In the interest of "Walking Gently" on our land;
Please DO NOT park or drive in the meadow.
~Thanks
The purpose of the FIRE CEREMONY is to heal and purify both the planet’s physical oceans and the oceans of cosmic thought.
At 7 pm local time, fire elders light ceremonial fires at each of the Peace Sound Chambers around the world. Those present watch the fire in silence until it burns out, giving to it what we want to transmute in our lives and staying open to the messages and teachings it brings.
All are welcome. We suggest you arrive around 6:45 pm.
Donations are appreciated.
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Thursday Night
Sweat Lodge
October 20, 2016
fire starts @ 5pm
go in lodge about 6:30
~led by Steve Citty
We will go in the lodge when the stones are hot (usually about an hour to an hour-and-a-half. You are encouraged to come early and prayerfully prepare for the lodge.
Please bring towels, a change of clothing, and food to share.
Suggested Items to Bring:
- Two Towels
- Men are requested to wear swim trunks, gym shorts or something similar.
- Women are requested to wear a skirt or dress. (Something for inside the sweat that is modest and you don’t mind getting muddy.)
- Change of clothes (Preferably long sleeve and covers all of the legs to keep from getting the feast area dirty)
- Covered Dish for the Feast
It is appropriate to bring tobacco, a small gift, or monetary gift for the fire-keeper and lodge master, both of whom offer their services to the people as a gift.
We use lots of wood for the fire; supplies like herbs (sage, tobacco, cornmeal, etc.), drinking water, and more. If you are feeling abundant, a donation ($10-$20) would be appreciated. Donations are used to support the Sweat Lodge and the Dance Away Program.
There is never a charge for Ceremony. If you are not feeling abundant, PLEASE do not allow this to prevent you from coming.
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 DRUMMING, MEDITATION, AND CHANNELINGCancelled until further notice
We will drum for a while, then drift into a silent meditation. The Guides, with which Perry works, will begin to speak.
All are invited to attend. Bring your favorite drum [we will have a few extras here, if you do not have one to play], an open mind, and a supportive heart. In the spirit of "my job is to show up", let's see what happens. You will know if you need to be here.
An opportunity will be given for other Guides to speak as well. Out of respect for time, let's come early to socialize, so we can start on time.
Contact Perry email
or phone 865-428-3070
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30th Anniversary T-Shirts
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30th Anniversary T-Shirts
Available NOW!
$20
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We are asking for sponsorship through monthly donations.
These donations do not need to be large but if those who love the Center for Peace could help by committing a few dollars on a monthly basis it could be the difference between always hoping that someday we will be able to build or provide those needed areas (i.e. showers, sleeping areas, restrooms) and actually making it happen.
If you have participated in any of the programs, offerings, and events that occur on an ongoing basis at the Center for Peace you have already felt the personal blessings from these activities. Our mission is to be a Spiritual Center for our community which extends to anyone open to this learning path.
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2016 Dance Schedule at
The Center For Peace
Seymour, TN
May 27-29
Women’s Web of Life Dance
Chiefs: Jennilea Beem & Heather Robinson
July 15-18
Seymour Sun Moon Gathering
Chiefs: Nan & Steve Citty
August 13th
Native Nurturing Young People’s Dance
Chief: Nan Citty
September 23rd-25th
Drum Dance
Chief: Nan Citty
December 3-4
Long Dance
Chiefs: Colby McLemore & Katy Koontz
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The Center For Peace is a 501(c)(3) not for profit corporation.
We exist on donations.
If you have ever come to the Center For Peace and liked what you found, PLEASE consider donating now; either a one time donation, or set up an ongoing donation through PayPal.
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The Center for Peace is a non-profit religious corporation in the State of Tennessee. Donations to the Center for Peace can be claimed as deductions from income for income tax purposes.
Active Council Members of the Center for Peace:
Nan Citty
Knoxville, TN
865-405-6809
Steve Citty
Knoxville, TN
865-300-4424
Ashley King
Maryville, TN
865 466-0157
Teresa McKee
Lenoir City,TN
865-755-0778
Sandy Palmer
Seymour, TN
865-304-0765
Heather Robinson
Seymour, TN
865-414-9492
Jeanne Robinson
Seymour, TN
865-428-3070
Lee Sinnott
Johnson City, TN
336-624-5829
Peggy Towson
Knoxville, TN
865 661-9111
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The Peace Sound Chamber is available for chanting, vision quests and ceremonies of many different types.
You are encouraged to come to the chamber and chant, drum, meditate or simply sit (the chamber Spirits love it); please check first that there is not something already scheduled. Please call at least two weeks in advance to reserve our facilities as usage requires council approval
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