(Image by Wil Ether)
Throughout our human existence, the destructive and rejuvenating power of fire has been respected in various ways across the globe. It is considered to be a source of purification and truth. In that tradition, we will let the Temple of Transformance be consumed
by flames and transformed into ash.
The Burn.
The Temple of Transformance is Michael Verdon's senior project at George Mason University. Today, it stands as a monument to community, reflection, and healing. Within the space, you are invited to share stories of loss, remembrance, and fear. Together,
our words and expressions will fill these temple walls. Our pain, suffering, fear, and guilt will be held here in this sacred space.
You are encouraged to write with the ashes and charred remains from 6 previous temple projects led by Michael Verdon. Your story will be anonymous, so please dig deeply and express what you need to relinquish. Our inner peace will perpetuate outer peace.
On May 8, 2015 at 8:30pm, we will gather around this lake and transform the temple from tangible object into collective memory with fire. Our stories and struggles shared will be burned away in a cleansing fire. This experience will give way to forgiveness,
moving forward, and healing together.
You are welcomed and encouraged to attend.
Learn more about the event here:
https://www.facebook.com/events/421911644649179/
Follow the Temple of Transformance group on Facebook here:
www.facebook.com/templeoftransformance
(Image by Elmo Thamm)
The Team.
It has taken a communal effort to create this space. Hundreds of hours of work and love have been poured into this structure; it has been given care in every detail. Great thanks to an amazing build team: Dave, Johnny, TD, Michelle, Ryan, Chris, Emily, Chelsea,
Doug, Emily, Jay, James, Devin, Wolf, Chuck, Chris, Liz, Craig, Mark, Caitlin, and the policeman.
See more of Michael's work here:
http://www.michaelverdon.com/
