Cacao Ceremony

Objectives:

To have an opportunity to integrate happenings and outcomes of the course.

To celebrate common time and learning process.

To experience another kind of ceremony.

To invite the power of prayer.

Description:

The cacao tree has been cultivated on earth for thousands of years. Initially native only to Central and South America, this sacred tree has always had numerous worshipers. Enjoyed by the Aztecs and Maya as a fiery, hot, tart drink, it unfolded its euphoric effect and contributed to an exuberant mood in aristocratic circles.

When hosting a Cacao Ceremony make sure to have a facilitator that is experienced with the origins of Cacao Ceremony and has skills in holding ritual space. You can use this space to provide knowledge on ceremonies, their different backgrounds and procedures, especially when you work with cacao as medicine from South America you can tell about interconnectedness of native tribes and plants.

Before the ceremony you can prepare the space together with participants, light a fire together. Elements such as sharing, singing, dancing and praying can be invited to the ceremonial space.