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The Sanctuary in Matão, Brazil

A family path that became a shared mission.

Founded on June 24, 2023, Santuário Céu de Aparecida is a nonprofit universalist shamanic religious organization in the rural area of Matão, São Paulo, Brazil.

Wooden temple of Santuário Céu de Aparecida under a pink sky in rural Matão, Brazil
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Our history

From a family path to collective service

The Sanctuary grew from a family’s shared path and the experience of its current directors with forest medicines. When the space they attended moved away from the city, the need arose for a local place of study, prayer and responsible welcome.

What began among people close to the family gradually developed structure, procedures, guidelines and institutional responsibilities, becoming a shared life mission.

Early construction of Santuário Céu de Aparecida on rural land in Matão, Brazil
The beginning: land, timber posts and shared work building the space.
Current panoramic view of Santuário Céu de Aparecida in rural Matão, Brazil
The present space, integrated with nature and the rural landscape of Matão.
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Identity

A nonprofit religious organization

Santuário Céu de Aparecida is devoted to universalist shamanism, spirituality, study and collective care. Its purpose is religious, not commercial, recreational or therapeutic.

Its shared direction is formed by Bruno Luz, Michael Pereira, Giovana Luz Negro and Luciana Luz. This structure expresses non-specialism: no single person is treated as the sole owner of spiritual knowledge.

Founded

June 24, 2023.

Direction

Four directors sharing responsibility.

Guardians

Approximately fifteen people devoted to service and care.

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Location

Rural Matão, in the state of São Paulo

The temple is located at Rodovia Washington Luiz, km 314, Chácara Nossa Senhora Aparecida, rural area of Matão, São Paulo, Brazil, postal code 15996-800.

Nature, open areas and purposefully organized spaces form part of its religious environment. Visitors must contact the Sanctuary through its official channels before arriving.

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Community

Ceremonies, study and service

The Sanctuary’s life includes thematic open ceremonies, reserved activities, study groups, conversation circles and voluntary service by directors and guardians.

Every activity follows the principles of non-intervention, free will, care with words, spiritual humility, respect for Indigenous traditions and personal responsibility.

Prepared and reviewed by the direction of Santuário Céu de Aparecida · Updated August 3, 2026.

Sources and limits of this content

Sources

  • Registered bylaws of Organização Céu de Aparecida
  • Internal regulations, activity reports and institutional guidelines of the Sanctuary