The Audience with Grandfather Fire is a sacred gathering held at the backend of the Tsantawu Spring and Fall Rituals.
It is not a time for preparation, but rather a moment of profound confirmation, ensuring that all that has been done during the Rituals is in alignment with Divine intentions. This sacred dialogue is the final act that bridges the human efforts from the people gathered to honor this sacred site, with the will of Divine.
During this sacred audience, Don David Wiley offers his body to Grandfather Fire, allowing Tatewarí to speak directly through him. As the conduit for this powerful force, Don David is taken to the “workshop” and, in that moment, relinquishes control, knowing that what will unfold is entirely in the hands of Grandfather Fire. He cannot anticipate or prepare for what will be spoken, as the communication is beyond human foresight. Only after the Ritual Pilot delivers the rundown the following day does Don David understand the guidance shared during the session.
The Audience with Grandfather Fire is a time to trust the work that has been done. It confirms that everything — the prayers, offerings, songs, and rituals — was in alignment with the greater purpose. It is a moment of surrender, a time to receive divine feedback and guidance that ensures the sacred work has been completed in harmony with the natural world and the spirits that guide us.
This special gathering offers closure and clarity, affirming that the Council’s sacred acts of service, gratitude, and reverence have met the mark and that they are walking the path in right relationship with the elements, the ancestors, and Divine.
It is a deeply humbling and awe-inspiring moment, one that reinforces their commitment to serving and restoring balance in the region around Stone Mountain, Georgia. USA.
