Green Women Gathering
Providing spiritual community since 2007
The Green Spiral
Welcome to The Green Spiral, Green Women Gathering's new Quarterly Newsletter!
Hello, beautiful community!
As the seasons shift and new energy flows in, we’re thrilled to bring you the latest updates, inspirations, and opportunities from Green Women Gathering. Each quarter, this newsletter is your space to reconnect with the heart of our mission—to foster a community of strong and supportive women, honor the Earth, and empower one another on our journeys of growth and discovery.
Inside this issue, you’ll find exciting announcements, upcoming events, and ways to get involved. Whether you’ve been part of GWG for years or are just finding your way to us, we’re so grateful to have you here.
Let’s continue to grow, gather, and ground together.
What We’re Up To
Our Fall Retreat is right around the corner! We’ll be gathering September 4–7 under this year’s enchanting theme: Moon Magick . Together, we’ll honor the cycles of the moon, dive into sacred practices, and share in the beauty of community connection.
Important Dates to Know:
- Registration closes August 15! Be sure to secure your spot before the deadline.
- We’re accepting workshop proposals now! If you feel called to share your wisdom, lead a ritual, or guide an activity, we’d love to hear from you.
This retreat is the heartbeat of our year, and we can’t wait to gather with you under the glow of the moon.
Lughnasadh
Lughnasadh (pronounced LOO-nah-sah) marks the first harvest festival of the year, celebrated around August 1st. It’s a time to honor abundance, gratitude, and the turning of the seasons as summer slowly wanes and autumn begins to stir. Traditionally, people celebrated by gathering the first grains, baking bread, sharing feasts, and giving thanks for the blessings of the land. One of the most beloved ways to celebrate? Baking! The act of turning grain into bread is deeply symbolic of transformation, nourishment, and community.
Lughnasadh Harvest Bread Recipe
A simple, rustic loaf perfect for sharing
Ingredients:
3 cups all-purpose flour (or mix in some whole wheat for an earthy touch)
1 tbsp honey
1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) yeast
1 tsp salt
1 cup warm water
2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, mix yeast, honey, and warm water. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Add flour, salt, and oil. Stir until it comes together, then knead on a floured surface for 6–8 minutes until smooth.
3. Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour (or until doubled).
4. Punch down dough, shape into a round or oblong loaf, and let rise another 30 minutes.
5. Bake at 375°F for 30–35 minutes, until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.
Serve with honey, butter, or fresh herbs—and as you break bread, take a moment to give thanks for the season’s gifts.
Abundance and Blessings Charm Bag
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Handful of oats for abundance
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Wheat heads for abundance
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Sprigs of lavender (dried or fresh) for intuitive alignment
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White rose petals (dried or fresh) for blessings
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Strawberry or blackberry leaves for blessings
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Sunflower petals for joy
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Apricot pit for love
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Small citrine crystal or crystals for energy
Place all ingredients in the bag, considering your current blessings and those blessings you wish to attract into your life. Tie the bag shut and shake it gently to combine the ingredients. You might also light a white, gold, orange, or yellow candle and meditate on the abundance you desire while holding the charm bag.
Carry it with you in your purse or car or tuck it somewhere safe such as a dresser drawer to work its magick!