Initiator Program 2024

august 7 - 11, 2024

IF YOU'VE EVER WANTED TO RETURN TO AN MROP, HERE IS YOUR CHANCE

This program is not a repetition of the MROP experience. It is designed to give an initiated man the opportunity to deepen his understanding of initiation while supporting the initiation of other men.

Initiated men ask us how they can participate in and support the initiation process. Through the Initiator Program we provide an opportunity for men to return to the Men's Rites of Passage to both do their own personal work and support the men who are being initiated.

The Initiator Program will run parallel to the Men's Rites of Passage the same week of August 7-11, 2024. It gives initiated men the opportunity to hold the container for the entire MROP process. Following the tradition of the elders taking the young men to be initiated and holding the container, we are asking you to join us for the five days as we "keep the edges hot" in our role of supporting the MROP process. This will deepen your experience of what happened at your own MROP as we are present in each gathering in the Sacred Space for the rituals and teachings. You will also be led through a series of reflections, silence, and time in nature as we form the Sacred Circle of Prayer and Presence. Most of all, we will stand, shoulder to shoulder, giving our prayerful strength and support to the MROP team and the men being initiated.

Come join us for a meaningful week of men transforming men through soul work!

This program is for you if you meet the following criteria:

  • You have been through and completed an Illuman MROP and are an initiated man.

  • You have a keen desire to deepen your spiritual journey by revisiting the messages of your initiation.

  • You want to be an active "initiator" – a man who invites and supports other men to become initiated into the Journey of Illumination.

  • You understand that you are not being initiated again.

  • You understand that you are not a member of the MROP leadership team.

  • You can be present and be part of the container for the entire MROP event.

Notes:

  • You must apply for the Initiator Program by submitting the registration form and an accompanying $100 deposit. When you are notified of your acceptance your deposit becomes non-refundable.

  • The Pilgrim Park Initiator Program registration deadline is July 26, 2024. If you register after this date we cannot guarantee acceptance.

  • Total cost for the Initiator Program is $625 (meals, lodging, resources and materials). The deadline for the balance due is July 30, 2024.

  • Cancellations: Those who need to cancel will receive a 100% refund less the nonrefundable $100 deposit.

  • Check-in begins Wednesday, August 7 @ 1:00 PM and concludes @ 3:00 PM. If you can, consider arriving at Pilgrim Park earlier to help with the MROP setup. If you can, consider staying later to help with the MROP cleanup. If you are able to come early or stay late, please inform the Chester of the time you can arrive or depart. We need your help!

  • The Initiator Program formally begins - Wednesday, August 7, 2022 @ 4:00 PM.

  • It is necessary to attend the entire Initiator event, from the opening on Wednesday, August 7 through the final liturgy on Sunday, August 11. You may not come late or leave early except for absolute emergencies.

  • Upon acceptance, you will be sent additional information and guidance on preparing yourself logistically and spiritually for the Initiator Program. You will also receive links to transportation and medical forms that must be completed and submitted.

    If you have questions about the Initiator Program e-mail or call our registration coordinator,     Chester.

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