Sharing, Caring, Daring:
Families and Young People 2012
Our aim is to support families and young people so that each individual can build a strong connection with the shining light in their hearts. Our activities provide a safe environment where heart-centred values of trust, fun, self-forgiveness, loving respect and compassion can flourish.
White Eagle Family Days at New Lands. Generally held on the first Sunday of the month at New Lands, our Family days
begin with a special Family Service/Celebration in a relaxed and warm-hearted
circle in the Temple.
Often linked with the changes of the seasons and festivals,
our aim is to make the services and afternoon activities both inspiring and enjoyable,
gently nurturing each child’s or teenager’s understanding of their own link with all life.
In the afternoons we offer a variety of activities such as art and craft work, games, yoga,
dance, drama or something musical. There is usually the opportunity for parents/carers to
enjoy a short time of relaxation or meditation away from the children—time out for you— or to just wander in the beautiful gardens and grounds. On some of the afternoons there
will be guided discussions sharing White Eagle’s inspirations for parenting from the heart.
On two of the Family Days each year (April and November) we offer a special healing service for families and children,
at 2 pm—the atmosphere of these services is always very gentle and supportive. Our healers are trained to national
standards administered by the umbrella body UK Healers.
There is no charge for any of these days though donations to help support our Families and Children work are most
welcome.
Open to all.
Family Days 11.15am - 3.30pm for 2012
5th February (Parenting from the heart workshop)
4th March - Family Day ( Spring awakening/musical
activity for children;)
1st April (Our beautiful world +healing service pm)
6th May (Musical Maytime)
3rd June (Keeping
happy and healthy)
1st July (Seas and Oceans)
12th August (Eureka – Inspirations from the Ancient Greeks)
7th October (Food and Harvest +Vegetarian inspirations—an afternoon with Rose Elliot)
4th November (Bonfires and Lanterns plus healing service 2pm)
Camp theme: Eureka! Inspirations from the Ancient
Greeks.
Saturday 11th August to Saturday 18th August
Our White Eagle Family Camps offer the opportunity for
families with children of any age to spend time in the beautiful
surroundings of the Temple and experience a week of spiritual
nourishment, friendship and exhilaration (whatever age you are).
There is usually good representation of all age groups from very
young to older teenagers, parents and grandparents.
Campers
participate in the activities of their choice, which range from
active pursuits such as dance, games, water slides and yoga, to
creative ones such as arts, crafts and music and including, of
course, at the heart of it all, the more contemplative activities such as meditation, spiritually focused talks, discussions
and healing. So get out your camping gear and get ready for a unique week of sharing, caring, daring and fun! There is
an evening campfire and nights under the stars are magic. This year the Camp follows immediately after the London
Olympics and we hope to bring a little Olympian spirit to New Lands!
The charge for the camp is £130 per family group, or £85 for families consisting of one parent/one child. This price includes
the cost of 3 simple, catered evening meals, plus the use of all the facilities and craft materials. Campers need to bring
vegetarian food for the other meals throughout the week and please note that there is an optional group trip out, not
included in the price. Full details of the camp are given in the comprehensive information pack. (We regret that we cannot
accept campers for part of the week only.)
Open to all. However, due to the popularity of the Family Camps, priority bookings will be given to members up until the
end of February 2012. Non-members may apply before this date and their applications will be considered on a first come
basis from the beginning of March if places are still available. We will retain a small allocation of places for non-members
coming for the first time. The camp will be limited to approximately 80 campers.
Our residential/camping weekends are open to all families with children/
teens, though priority booking will be given to White Eagle members. Our
hope is that they will provide a chance to relax amongst like-minded families
and gain inspiration and spiritual refreshment.
There is the option either to
stay in New Lands house – camping style (i.e. mattresses and sleeping bags
for the children on the floor) or camping ‘proper’ on the spring and summer
weekends! Activities include the Family days, open to all, on the Sunday. For a 2012 leaflet, please email Kathryn Bingham at New Lands
for all details. Prior booking for these weekends is essential and early booking is recommended. Open to all.
Weekend dates for 2012
4 – 5 February
Family work training weekend – open to all. Family work helpers or
those interested in getting more involved – no charge.
31 March –1 April
With the opportunity to stay over at New Lands on Saturday evening for our WWF Earth Hour Event and Family Day on Sunday – open to all, not just families. Andrew Lyddon will be giving a Tibetan bowl
meditational concert on the Saturday evening.
4 – 6 May
‘Making Music in May’—a singing and music weekend. Open to all families who’d like to spend a weekend
singing and making music with the aim of producing our very own White Eagle CD.
2 – 3 June
A
fundraising ‘Midsummer Mystery’ meal on Saturday evening followed by our June family day
30 November – 2 December
Family Advent—residential weekend
Family Weekend costs: May and Advent weekends Friday evening to Sunday afternoon, total cost including all food and
activities will be £40 per adult, £20 per child over 5 or teenager; 5s and under free. Or, as a special offer, the total per family
sharing a room will be £95. Cost if camping, inclusive of meals: Campers £25 per adult £15 per child or £65 per family group
(not recommended in December!)
31 March - 1 April and 2 - 3 June - lower costs apply for these shorter weekends. Please ask for details.
For a 2012 leaflet, please email at New Lands for further details.
Prior booking for these weekends is essential and early booking recommended.
Shiningstars Parent and Child Playgroup
Fridays during term time 9.45am-12.15pm
A Playgroup with a difference! Meeting on Friday mornings, our friendly group shares ideas on nurturing young children in a loving, supportive way. Using ideas inspired by both White Eagle’s teachings and Steiner philosophy, we use natural materials in craft and celebrate the seasons through stories, music and play. Grandparents welcome too of course!
For more details, please email
or ring on 01730 893300 (office hours) or 02392 454657.
To read a fuller account of our playgroup's activities and view some pictures, please click this link.
Special Events
linked with
our
Families and Young People Activities
‘Midsummer Mystery’: June 2
Guaranteed to be an unforgettable fundraising
evening with an intriguing mystery to be solved during the courses of an elegant and delicious vegetarian meal
served in the field marquee.
Tickets £12.50 – (young people £8) Family ticket £30 – must be pre-booked. More details.
Peace Day: Sunday 16 September 11.30 – 5.00 pm.
Families are warmly welcomed to join us for our Peace Day
celebrations during which there will be activities for all ages. More details.
An Afternoon with Rose Elliot: Sunday October 7.
A date for your diary straight away! Don’t miss a special
afternoon with celebrated vegetarian cookery writer Rose Elliot, packed with practical inspiration for a vegetarian
or vegan family. (Part of our October Family Day).
Advent Spiral: Saturday 1 December 4.15 – 6.00pm.
A magical start to the Christmas season. More details.
Carol service and Children’s Christmas Gathering:
23 December 4.00 – 6.30 pm
Come and join us for a lovely festive celebration. Following a short time in the Temple Carol Service, we gather in
New Lands House for Christmas activities and tea. New Lands house itself truly seems to enjoy being full of children!
Please for our current leaflet of all activities for Families and Children.
We have a special White Eagle Families newsletter, Ohana (sent out 3 times per year free to all Family members). This is now available to view online
If you would like details of applying for White Eagle membership for you, your family or friends, please email
or at New Lands.
The White Eagle Lodge has implemented a Child Protection Policy, reviewed annually, and helpers at all activities involving children have received training in its implementation, with CRB checks as appropriate. Our next training day
will be held on Saturday 4th February 2012.
