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Why
hold ceremonies? : Ceremonies & Australian culture / Jim Boswell An overview of some types of ceremonies held in Australia, and the relationship between ceremonies and the communication of community and family values. |
| The
meaning of ritual / Robin Williams, host of Radio National's Science Show, in conversation with Dally Messenger,
National President of the Australian Federation of Civil Celebrants. A discussion about the importance of secular and religious rituals to the life of a community. |
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Ritual in Australian society / Howard S. Weedon Rituals can contribute to one's well-being by providing enriching and uplifting experiences. |
| Ritual, ceremony,
celebration / Chris Thompson A consideration of the place of ritual, ceremony and celebration in the context of a universal commemorative occasion - a birthday. |
| Ritual is
essential : Seeing ritual and ceremony as sophisticated social and spiritual
technology / Dolores LaChapelle Explores the interconnectedness of a community's sense of place, relationship to the earth and ceremonial and ritual life. |
| The paradox of
impromptu ritual : Creating ceremonies and rituals where there is no tradition
to follow / Teresina R. Havens Outlines a basic ritual structure which allows room for improvisation depending on the circumstances of the unexpected occasion. |
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