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Spirit Fire is an educational non-profit whose mission is to cultivate spirituality and educate people on the importance of consciousness in their everyday lives.
A Statement from Spirit Fire in Response to the Covid-19 Pandemic.
Dear Friends,
With this message, we are sending you warm wishes for well-being and safety.
We continue to hold space in our hearts for our entire human family as the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic ripple through our lives. Our world has forever changed and, now more than ever, we are called toward kindness, cooperation, creativity, and compassion. Such qualities of the heart can sustain and guide us through the unprecedented challenges of this moment and the work ahead as we shape our tomorrow.
Based on the phased approach to the reopening of Massachusetts and governmental guidelines for managing the pandemic, Spirit Fire Retreat Center will be closed until September 1, 2020. Additionally, given the uncertainty of the crisis, this date may have to be extended as the summer unfolds. As is true for many, this turn of events has had an enormous impact on Spirit Fire and the entire eco-system that supports our organization: local farmers and vendors, in addition to our furloughed staff and those laid off completely or on reduced salary. Without retreat income since March, our meditation center is in jeopardy; all are feeling the effects of our closed doors and missing guests.
We have received many heartfelt emails and phone calls from our Spirit Fire family asking about ways to support us and our organization’s mission as we navigate the ever-changing circumstances to an unknown future. Thank you! We do need your help. Whether in the form of donations, shared wisdom, time, skill, encouragement or prayer, no offering is insignificant for Spirit Fire at this time.
Looking ahead to a time when we can gather together again, we have begun to prepare ourselves to provide the highest level of safety for our presenters, staff and guests. In order to comply with anticipated guidelines, many changes will need to be made and additional equipment, supplies, and staff will be required to meet the needs of each retreat. As we factor in the potential mandated reductions in the number of guests allowed on the premises at one time and the impact that will have on our revenues, we see Spirit Fire as financially vulnerable.
To ensure that we remain intact and prepared for the future, we are launching a “Raise It Forward 2020” fundraising campaign to make sure Spirit Fire Meditative Retreat Center remains a valuable place where people can come together for reflection, renewal, transformation, and growth…where the human spirit thrives. Our goal is to raise $75,000 by September 1st, realizing the number will climb higher if the situation requires us to be closed or restructured into the new year. Recurring monthly donations are especially appreciated.
While the beautiful gatherings we have at the retreat center are not possible at this time, we are still right here with you… cultivating community, developing awareness, and fostering personal growth. During this profound and historic time, Spirit Fire is turning toward opportunities we see to use online formats to reach and serve our community and the world in new and meaningful ways. This very week sees us broadcasting a virtual 5-day silent retreat, Embodying Full Awareness, from the grounds of Spirit Fire and we will continue to evolve the Practice of Living Awareness, which pioneered the concept of online meditation over a decade ago. Look for updates in your inbox and on our website with opportunities for togetherness and inspiration as we deepen consciousness in a coronavirus world.
Regardless of how you can contribute, we hold your trust in us as sacred. We know the healing and love provided through Spirit Fire will ripple into many, many lives, now, and far into the future. We also know you take our mission as seriously as we do. It is a privilege and an honor to be able serve our community in this way, and with you, at such a crucial moment in history. Thank you for being here with us.
In love and gratitude,
Steve Kramer, President of the Board of Directors
Spirit Fire Meditative Retreat Center
With this message, we are sending you warm wishes for well-being and safety.
We continue to hold space in our hearts for our entire human family as the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic ripple through our lives. Our world has forever changed and, now more than ever, we are called toward kindness, cooperation, creativity, and compassion. Such qualities of the heart can sustain and guide us through the unprecedented challenges of this moment and the work ahead as we shape our tomorrow.
Based on the phased approach to the reopening of Massachusetts and governmental guidelines for managing the pandemic, Spirit Fire Retreat Center will be closed until September 1, 2020. Additionally, given the uncertainty of the crisis, this date may have to be extended as the summer unfolds. As is true for many, this turn of events has had an enormous impact on Spirit Fire and the entire eco-system that supports our organization: local farmers and vendors, in addition to our furloughed staff and those laid off completely or on reduced salary. Without retreat income since March, our meditation center is in jeopardy; all are feeling the effects of our closed doors and missing guests.
We have received many heartfelt emails and phone calls from our Spirit Fire family asking about ways to support us and our organization’s mission as we navigate the ever-changing circumstances to an unknown future. Thank you! We do need your help. Whether in the form of donations, shared wisdom, time, skill, encouragement or prayer, no offering is insignificant for Spirit Fire at this time.
Looking ahead to a time when we can gather together again, we have begun to prepare ourselves to provide the highest level of safety for our presenters, staff and guests. In order to comply with anticipated guidelines, many changes will need to be made and additional equipment, supplies, and staff will be required to meet the needs of each retreat. As we factor in the potential mandated reductions in the number of guests allowed on the premises at one time and the impact that will have on our revenues, we see Spirit Fire as financially vulnerable.
To ensure that we remain intact and prepared for the future, we are launching a “Raise It Forward 2020” fundraising campaign to make sure Spirit Fire Meditative Retreat Center remains a valuable place where people can come together for reflection, renewal, transformation, and growth…where the human spirit thrives. Our goal is to raise $75,000 by September 1st, realizing the number will climb higher if the situation requires us to be closed or restructured into the new year. Recurring monthly donations are especially appreciated.
While the beautiful gatherings we have at the retreat center are not possible at this time, we are still right here with you… cultivating community, developing awareness, and fostering personal growth. During this profound and historic time, Spirit Fire is turning toward opportunities we see to use online formats to reach and serve our community and the world in new and meaningful ways. This very week sees us broadcasting a virtual 5-day silent retreat, Embodying Full Awareness, from the grounds of Spirit Fire and we will continue to evolve the Practice of Living Awareness, which pioneered the concept of online meditation over a decade ago. Look for updates in your inbox and on our website with opportunities for togetherness and inspiration as we deepen consciousness in a coronavirus world.
Regardless of how you can contribute, we hold your trust in us as sacred. We know the healing and love provided through Spirit Fire will ripple into many, many lives, now, and far into the future. We also know you take our mission as seriously as we do. It is a privilege and an honor to be able serve our community in this way, and with you, at such a crucial moment in history. Thank you for being here with us.
In love and gratitude,
Steve Kramer, President of the Board of Directors
Spirit Fire Meditative Retreat Center
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