2nd Annual Advent Sound Bath

Join us for a special evening led by Trine, a trio of dedicated sound healing practitioners on a mission to bring harmony and well-being through the power of sound. Together, we will wait in the darkness for the coming light.

Come enjoy an oasis of peace and relaxation during the busy season of Advent. Dress comfortably and bring a yoga mat, pillow, and blanket. (We suggest cushioned mats as our wood floor is a hard surface.) Our doors will open at 5:30 PM for everyone to come in and find a spot to set up. The Sound Bath will begin at 6 PM.

Hot beverages and cookies will be served after the sound bath concludes. Stay for fellowship and conversation. There will be a $15 registration fee to help cover our costs. (Confidential scholarships available upon request). Childcare will be provided.

ADDITIONAL NOTES: Bring a yoga mat and/or blanket and wear cozy, warm layered clothes. Bring anything that will help you enter a state of relaxation, like an eye pillow or eye mask, a bolster for underneath your knees, and a neck pillow. You will be fully reclined for this. If you need an accommodation, please let us know in advance. We will have warm beverages and cookies afterward.

REGISTER HERE.

NOTES:

PARKING & ACCESSIBILITY

There are several entrances to the St. John’s Campus, but the most convenient to our event is the Calhoun Street entrance (Lively Cafe entrance) with doors directly across from the Capital City Bank branch on Calhoun Street, between Tennessee and Call Streets. Metered street parking is free after 5pm and you may also park in the lots behind the St. John’s Bookstore on Call Street, or in the bank lot across the street (our event will not take place during their business hours but please refrain from parking in any bank reserved spots or in the drive-through lanes.)

If stairs are difficult for you or you need assistance unloading your vehicle, we have a ramp entrance at the corner of Call & Calhoun Streets. Greeters will be present to direct and assist you.

ARRIVAL

Please plan on arriving early. The doors will be open starting at 5:30. Come in and start setting up your space. Doors will be locked promptly at 6:00pm as late arrivals will be rather disruptive to the event.

WHAT TO BRING

We want you to be cozy and relaxed! Dress comfortably and bring your yoga mat, pillow, warm socks and blanket with you. The floor of Killeen is rather hard, so we encourage you to bring extra cushioning, a thicker mat, or extra blankets to be comfortable. If laying down for over an hour poses a problem, you are welcome to bring the chair of your choice.

CHILDCARE

We have a beautiful nursery and an older children’s room equipped with childcare minders for Saturday night. Volunteers will direct you to the nursery where you can sign them in to play during the Sound Bath. If you have not already requested childcare, please mail Alison Dillehay at AlisonDillehay@gmail.com by Friday at noon. Please include the number of children and their names and ages.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Deep relaxation and rest!  If this is your first Sound Bath and you aren’t sure what to expect, here’s a helpful article https://www.verywellmind.com/what-are-sound-baths-4783501. There is nothing for you to “do” and we invite you to enter the space with openness and curiosity. Please let us know if you are hearing impaired when you check in so we can guide you to the area closest to the sounds. You may need to adjust hearing aids!

OTHER HELPFUL TIPS!

It’s always important to stay hydrated, but even more so when experiencing a Sound Bath. Drink lots of water tomorrow and be sure to visit the restroom before you settle into your cozy cocoon. The lights will be dimmed during the Sound Bath and it will last about an hour.

STAY FOR COOKIES!

Click here to read more about Sound Baths.

Click here to meet Trine, Sound Practitioners.

This event is presented by The Front Porch: a Spiritual Life Center. The Front Porch welcomes people along all paths who seek to deepen their spiritual lives. We offer contemplative practices, events, and classes rooted in Christian spirituality.