The Cosmic Mass Returns to Melbourne, FL
Interfaith Spiritual Celebration Unites Community, Religions and Cultures
(MELBOURNE, FL) April 10, 2008 - The second annual Cosmic Mass Melbourne returns this month to the Space Coast with a larger venue and a greater presence. The event, which will take place Sunday, April 27 from 4 - 6:30 p.m., is an interfaith spiritual celebration, uniting the community across religions, cultures and generations.
Featuring live music, dance, prayer and communion, the Cosmic Mass is a conscious effort to reinvigorate Western ritual by deconstructing the forms of modern worship. Its goal is to bring together people of diverse ages, faiths and cultures in shared prayer, highlighting participants' common bonds. The concept, introduced and popularized on the West Coast, has steadily gained attention throughout the country and international community.
The event is spearheaded by Mike and Elizabeth Stamper, who first experienced a Cosmic Mass in Oakland, California in March 2006. Inspired and enthusiastic about the program's message, the two underwent training to produce a Cosmic Mass locally. Working with a dedicated group of volunteers and local organizations, the team's first effort was a rousing success and the program is now in its second year. In addition, proceeds from the event will benefit local environmental groups and churches.
Due to the popularity of the first Cosmic Mass, this year's event will take place at the Melbourne Auditorium, allowing for nearly three times the capacity and participation. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door, and can be purchased online at www.cosmicmassmelbourne.com http://www.cosmicmassmelbourne.com or at the following local centers and retailers: in Melbourne at Unity of Melbourne (321-254-0313), Creative Energy (321-952-6789), and the Center for Healing Arts (321-733-7633); in Cocoa at The Gathering (321-917-6976), The New Way (321-751-7584), and What You Love To Do (321-504-0304); in Rockledge at Appleseeds Health Food Store (321) 631-1444), in Merritt Island at Unity Center for Spiritual Living, (321-452-2625), and in Indialantic at Aquarian Dreams (321-729-9495).
For more information or to purchase tickets to the Cosmic Mass, please visit www.cosmicmassmelbourne.com
http://www.cosmicmassmelbourne.com or call 321-777-6216.
