Guest Etiquette
We have a few suggestions and rules to ensure the dignity and sanctity of our gatherings and the privacy of our guests.
- Soliciting or proselytizing on the behalf of business, political, or religious groups and/or personal interests without express, formal permission of the Elder Council is not acceptable.
- Disruptive or disorderly conduct is grounds for immediate dismissal from the site.
- The use of photographic or video/audio recording devices of any kind is strictly prohibited without prior express permission from the event organizers and participants.
Individuals in violation of any of the above will be asked to leave the event and will not be welcome in the future.
Ritual Dress: Some of us dress in ritual garb such as robes, and others dress in street clothes. Our rituals are worship services, so we ask that all dress in a manner that shows respect for our Kindred.
Potluck: Our tradition is to hold a potluck meal after ritual. It is especially appropriate to bring something that you make yourself, but that is not necessary. Some of us are Omnivores, so any sort of food is fine, but please remember that some of our members and guests are Vegetarian. If you are Vegan or are on another special diet, you probably should bring your a dish that will accommodate your needs.
Family Friendly: It is important that children see the faith of their parents and others in action. It is not a secret they can’t share and participate in. This way they can grow up to make informed decisions based on their intuition and personal experience about their spiritual path. We welcome the attendance of well-behaved children into the ritual space. As our youth grow, we will eventually provide opportunities for them to learn and participate in the ritual experience. However, we do not provide child care so please care for your children when you bring them. Our rituals often occur around open water and open fire, so please exercise great care in tending to your precious gifts. We do not assume responsibilty or liability for childcare or injury.
Handicap Access: We welcome the attendance of all persons and make the best attempts we can to be accessable to all. Often our rituals occur at a fire ring on the beach and may not be easily accessible due to crossing the sand. We try to secure a fire ring as near to areas that allow for as much access as possible. However, we regret when something may occur that is beyond our control that limits the ability (due to wheel chair or other constrictions) to make it directly to the ritual spot. Please contact the grove if you have a special need before attending so we can try to work out the best solution.
Our Grove routinely photographs our events and participants and places some of the photos on our web site. If you wish not to have your photo on our web site, please inform the event organizers.
Please inform our event organizers privately if you have an aversion to touching or other similar concerns so we may make you as comfortable as possible.
So as not to disrupt the energy in ritual, in regards to cell phones and pagers please remember to turn them off or put into silent mode.
We welcome students of religion to our gatherings, but ask that real names not be used in any reports or other descriptive writing that might result from your visit. Please talk about your studies with our Grove Organizer or Presiding Druid of the ritual, and please be respectful of our spirituality.
Written by Raven’s Cry Grove, ADF. Used (adapted) with permission.
