KAPA‘A — Say adieu to 2012 and greet 2013 with reflection and meditation during Unity of Kaua‘i’s annual New Year’s Eve Moonlight Labyrinth event. Lit by tiki torches and luminaries, the 60-foot, 7-circle traditional Hopi labyrinth is dug into the
KAPA‘A — Say adieu to 2012 and greet 2013 with reflection and meditation during Unity of Kaua‘i’s annual New Year’s Eve Moonlight Labyrinth event.
Lit by tiki torches and luminaries, the 60-foot, 7-circle traditional Hopi labyrinth is dug into the shore of Kealia Beach and will be open Monday from 6 to 8 p.m.
While making their way through the labyrinth, participants will have an opportunity to leave behind all the negative things in their lives, as well as take in those things they are longing for during the upcoming year.
“We guide people in and encourage them to think about the things they are ready to release in their lives,” Unity of Kaua‘i Minster Jasmine Schaeffer said. “As they walk out they think about things they are ready to bring in.”
Participants will be guided through the labyrinth by Rev. Schaeffer, accompanied by the calming, meditative music of Omashar, the musical director at Unity of Kaua‘i.
Omashar is an accomplished singer, songwriter and workshop facilitator who has traveled the world extensively throughout the past decade, according to his website. Born in England, he learned classical piano from an early age. Moving from England to New Zealand, he joined the soft rock/pop arena and learned of the power and majesty of Mother Earth, the importance of family — both personal and global — and of the seed of spirituality running through all life.
“His music, which he terms ‘metaphysical pop,’ celebrates the connection of all life and the journey that we all take in our own time,” his website states. “Wherever he travels he is enthusiastically received and praised for his gloriously uplifting music, his beautiful voice, his warm humorous approach and deeply loving presence.”
This year marks the 7th anniversary of the New Year’s Eve Moonlight Labyrinth, which is free and open to the public. It is not a religious event and love offerings will be accepted, according to Schaeffer.
“Everyone is encouraged (to participate),” she said. “It’s a beautiful way to prepare for the new year … It’s nice to have a ceremony that encourages our bodies and minds to bring these things in.”
Kealia Beach is located just north of Kapa‘a on Kuhio Highway. For more information contact Rev. Jasmine Schaeffer at 826-9272 or visit www.unityofkauai.com.
Unity of Kaua‘i embraces all religious denominations, believes there is truth in all teachings and seeks to provide a safe, loving space for all persons to rediscover and express their divinity.
For those who are interested, Sunday services begin at 10 a.m. at Children of the Land, located at Kaua‘i Village Shopping Center in Kapa‘a.
