Part 4 of Dee’s experiences from the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center ~ May 14, 2011 Humans Join in the Happy Chorus As I mentioned in earlier posts, we were encircled by 20 plus wolves as our leader lead the howling experience. We listened as she described the differences in tonal qualities and pitches. As she began, […]
Wolf and Wildlife Sanctuary, Part 3
Part 3 of Dee’s experiences from the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center ~ May 14, 2011 Invitation to play and participate After we circled the compound getting introduced to each of the wolves and their friends, after we learned of their histories, the wounds, the celebrations, the strengths, and their struggles, we were invited by the leaders […]
Monthly Schedule of Worship and Activities
As printed in the Summer issue of Echoes, 2011
Wolf and Wildlife Sanctuary, Part 2
Part 2 of Dee’s experiences from the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center ~ May 14, 2011 Love and Affection When we sat down in the enclosure, the wolves immediately went for Lilly, showering her with love and kisses. The guides had shared with us the protocol: if they love you, they are freely affectionate. They will […]
Wolf and Wildlife Sanctuary, Part 1
Dee’s experiences from the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center ~ Divide, Colorado ~ May 14, 2011 WOW and amazing—I found myself saying these words over and over as we wandered through the Wolf Sanctuary. As we walked through the sanctuary being introduced to all of the wolves, the Timberlines, the gorgeous Arctics, the hesitant Mexican, […]
Shared Stories: Otter at Play
A story shared by a friend of Pastor Dee’s: —–Original Message—– From: Marj Hahne To: Dee Cooper Sent: Mon, May 30, 2011 3:01 pm Subject: otter at play http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/05/27/otter-juggles-stone-_n_868263.html?ir=Weird+News
Shared Stories: Jasmine the Greyhound
A story shared with Pastor Dee by Terry Buchanan. From: Terry Buchanan Date: Sun, May 29, 2011 at 6:32 AM Subject: Fwd: FW: Jasmine, the greyhound – you will love this .. To: Dee A True Story. In 2003, police in Warwickshire, England, opened a garden shed and found a whimpering, cowering dog. The dog […]
Friday Features, May 27, 2011
As announced in Friday Features on May 27: Surround Pastor Dee with Our Love and Support Make sure to sign the photo mat that’s on the Sabbatical table in the Narthex. Then Dee can fill the frame with a photo from her summer of exploring creative play and spirituality.
Friday Features, May 27, 2011
As announced in Friday Features, May 27: You are invited to participate in the June book study Play: How it shapes the Brain, Opens the Imagination, and Invigorates the Soul, by Stuart Brown. The book is available from Amazon, $6.40, or through JeffCo Library System. The discussion group will be hosted this time by Jill […]
Shared Stories: Emotional Lives of Animals
A fascinating article on the Emotional Lives of Animals, as shared with Dee by Carolyn Alexander. From: Carolyn Alexander To: Dee Sent: Tue, May 17, 2011 6:04 am Subject: The Emotional Lives of Animals Emotional Lives of Animals It won’t surprise pet owners, but now, scientific research also shows that many animals are intelligent, and […]