Question 1

Where are you located?

Accepted Answer

Currently, many of our events,(https://www.churchgaia.org/calendar) such as Council, women's and men's circles, workshops, and seasonal celebrations, are held in various places around Spokane, Washington. We mostly rely on free rental locations or public lands and parks to gather.

We are currently in the process of preparing property about 40 minutes north of Spokane,  in the town of Diamond Lake. This property will become our ceremonial grounds and hold other special gatherings and events as well. We feel incredibly honored to be stewards of this land -- about 50 acres of trees, streams, rock outcroppings, a pond, cedar grove, and more. Any donations (https://www.churchgaia.org/donation-portal)to assist with the set up of the road, building, bathrooms, and basic facilities are greatly appreciated at this time. We also are very grateful for any volunteer services during the warmer months when we tend to the property and start building our ceremony facilities. If you are interested in assisting with this work, you can complete the volunteer form.(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfAKSN6Wb1yLNnoGQ0i1SYP3Z6PKtPXYLuKesXPJmzurYZ4dg/viewform)

We also would like to take this opportunity to respectfully acknowledge that we live, work, and gather on the traditional lands of the interior Salish tribes, specifically including the Spokane Tribe, the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Coeur d'Alene Tribe, the Kalispel Tribe of Indians, and the Kootenai Tribe of Idaho. These tribes have been the caretakers of these lands for thousands of years, in which we recognize their profound cultural, spiritual, and historical connection to place. We express our gratitude for the enduring presence and contributions of all Indigenous peoples to the cultural, ecological, and social fabric of this region which we benefit from today. We honor the wisdom and practices they continue to impart, which help guide others to the path of a more holistic way of being, and sustains the land and its ecosystems for future generations.

With this acknowledgement, we are personally committed to supporting First Nations peoples in the following ways: (1) the recognition and fulfillment of the Tribes' treaty rights; (2) to be responsible stewards of the land both physically and spiritually, upholding sacred reciprocity with our non-human kin; and (3) to listening, learning, and engaging in efforts that promote reconciliation, healing, and respect for Native communities and organizations.

Question 2

How often are events held, and where?

Accepted Answer

We offer a variety of events and gatherings,(https://www.churchgaia.org/calendar) and many are open to the public!

Most event types are offered once a month. Women's circles are often held around the timing of the new moon. Men's circles and Council are each held once a month as well. We celebrate seasonal celebrations at the Spring Equinox, Summer Solstice, Autumnal Equinox, and Winter Solstice. Occasionally we also organize other social events, such as hikes, member-led workshops, or other rituals and experiences. Some events are family-friendly, and some have age restrictions. These details will always be noted on the event descriptions.

Currently, many of our events, such as Council, women's and men's circles, workshops, and seasonal celebrations, are held in various places around Spokane, Washington. We mostly rely on free rental locations or public lands and parks to gather. The location of each event will be listed on the event description on our website and Facebook page.

You can view our calendar of upcoming events here. (https://www.churchgaia.org/calendar)

Question 3

Do you hold ceremonies for other psychedelic substances?

Accepted Answer

No. At this time, per the terms of our exemption agreement, the church is only authorized to use the sacrament of Ayahuasca.

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