In the Northern Hemisphere, the December solstice is the year’s day ... of the winter at this powerful time. We have winter dance ceremonies; prayers for the new year to come, for the berries ...
In that context, darkness can feel oppressive, and on the winter solstice, darkness is at its ... via outdoor worship services involving prayer hikes, kite making and, in the fall, baking ...
In 2023, the winter solstice takes place on Friday 22 December ... spirits called kachinas down from the mountains and prayer sticks are made to carry out rituals and blessings.