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Apocalypse means “revelation.” Certainly we are living through apocalyptic times, but what exactly is being revealed?   If the systems of US empire are collapsing, and it seems they are, what will we build in the gaps that empire leaves behind? How will we avoid replicating harmful ways, when those are all many of us have known?   With this book discussion series, we’ll look for wisdom in books. Chosen in conversation with folks whose lives they’ve changed, these books have the power to upend our assumptions, spark our imaginations, and point us toward possible liberatory futures.    These will…

Join us for a time to hear how things are going at Kirkridge. We will share program highlights, upcoming events, news from the land, and updates from staff. We love this work. And we know you love this place. Let us celebrate and honor the abundance together. So often folks come to the mountain just once a year and others are finding it harder to travel these days. We look forward to sharing some glimpses so that you feel like you are right back on the mountain. We are grateful for a chance to join in community together over zoom.…

January 2027 book: Selah: A Bayo Akomolafe Reader   Join us to discuss this profound, playful, and kaleidoscopic collection from one of our most evocative contemporary philosopher-poets. Akómoláfé  interrogates the fundamental assumptions and epistemological blind spots of our current culture in crisis.   You can purchase the book (and benefit Kirkridge in the process) here at our online Book Nest: https://bookshop.org/a/105320/9781961814318   We’ll send a zoom link out when you register.   This series is offered free of cost, and a donation ask will be part of every session.    Bayo Akomolafe will offer a retreat at Kirkridge in March…