Our identity
It began with a family and grew into a community.
Santuário Céu de Aparecida was founded on June 24, 2023. Four people share its leadership because we do not believe spiritual knowledge belongs to a single authority.
We have our own ritual practice, respect free will and welcome people from different backgrounds. We honor the Indigenous roots of the medicines without speaking on behalf of Indigenous peoples or other ayahuasca religions.
Responsible practice
A responsible ayahuasca ceremony begins before the ritual.
First-time participants complete a health and personal history questionnaire, attend an individual interview and join an in-person orientation circle. Ceremonies have limited attendance and are supported by directors and guardians throughout the ritual.
The Sanctuary makes no promise of healing, does not diagnose and does not advise anyone to discontinue medication or professional treatment.
Before
Information, screening, interview and preparation.
During
Prepared setting, limited attendance and continuous support.
After
Listening, integration and referral when appropriate.
