Web of Life Animist Church

Web of Life Animist Church, brought to you by Earth Web Media, supports our community with circles, Earth-honoring ceremonies, personal sessions, and various trainings via Zoom. Join us for in-person ceremonies, clinics, thrift store sales, circles, and Labyrinth walks in Tucson, AZ. Check our CALENDAR OF EVENTS for the latest schedule.

Earth Web Media‘s mission is to create sacred animistic communities by empowering Earth-honoring individuals and sharing our beliefs with those new to Animism.

Quynn Red Mountain is the founder and minister of Web of Life Church.

Our Mission

We fulfill our religious mission through sacred circles where individuals experience Animist ways (see Statement of Beliefs). These circles deepen our connection with the spirit world and nature. We explore ancient and modern animistic practices, including but not limited to:

Respectful communication with animals, elements, plants, and trees
Prayer and blessings
Spirit world connection
Dreaming and storytelling
Intuition and channeling
Soul restoration practices
Trance dance, ritual, and ceremony
Divination arts
Community sharing and support

We extend our outreach through web-based circles, services, and ceremonies to share our Life Ways with the public.

Our Philosophy

Devoted to the health of Earth’s ecosystems, animists practice direct communication with Nature and the sacred within. We share these practices both in person and online, guiding individuals to live harmoniously within Nature.

Understanding the double helix in our genetic material connects us with all sentient life forms, allowing for oneness and communication with all beings. Animism, a belief system among early humans across continents, has influenced the evolution of religions. Unlike other religions that see God as transcendent, Animism perceives the Divine in Nature, present within and around us.

What is Animism?

Animism (from Latin anima, meaning “soul” or “life”) is a global belief that souls or spirits exist in humans, animals, rocks, plants, natural phenomena, geographical features and all. Life extends beyond the three-dimensional world, enabling communication with ancestors, spirits, entities, and energies of Earth and beyond. Animists engage with multiple realms of reality for the collective highest good.

Learn more at our dedicated Animism page.

Our Practice: Full Circle Animism

Full Circle Animism is for all, especially those who are the first generation in their families after many generations of silence or denial, who openly seek animistic understanding to heal their soul wounds. All who feel drawn to this practice connect with the Sacred Web of Life, come Full Circle back to Animistic ways. Kind Humans are welcome to join us in Tucson, AZ and online.

Core Beliefs

We All Belong: No matter where you come from, you are a member of the Earth community and have natural abilities to be a part of the whole.
Sacred Connection: As each person reconnects with their Sacred Nature, we help weave benevolence into the world every day.
Earth Protection: Our Earth is Sacred, and it is our role to be loving Earth Protectors for now and future generations.
Healing: Many people in our community desire and need to experience personal emotional and spiritual healing by honoring the Earth and exploring our Animist Nature so we can reconnect with the web of life more fully.

Community Engagement

Our world needs us to listen to the wisdom of our ancestors, guides and guardians. When we listen and share together, our stories are heard, and our ancestors can assist us.

Testimonial

“Being involved with Web of Life has been a deeply enriching experience on a personal and community level. Gatherings through Web of Life have helped me discover and develop my own abilities and connections with Spirit.”

Prayer Written by Susan T. (Eco-Chaplan in Training)

From our four enticing and mysterious directions
come spirits bearing blessing gifts.

From our vast and eternal skies come spirits
raining blessing gifts from our Mother Earth,

Holder of our oceans and cradler of our lands
come spirits bearing bountiful blessings.

Gather in all sacred places.
Gather power spirits of our animals and plants.

Gather here and pray with us.
Gathering place.

Church of possibilities without end.
Creative forces abound and circle within and without.

We sing here.
We dance here.
We honor all things living.
Come weave the Universe with us as we build our church.

For all of us together this dance of life,
this song of winds of change,
this prayer of heartbeats and drums.

All of us together here create the dreams of possibilities.
Open, our sacred church,
Open our minds, connect our hearts as we rise in beauty
and become a prayer at one with the Universe!

Video by Enchaunti Waroway, The Animist Therapist at Earth in Sky & Animist Minister

The Web of Life Animist Church offers a variety of educational programs focused on animist spirituality, Earth-honoring practices, and community-building. These programs are designed to help individuals connect deeply with the natural world, explore their spiritual path, and serve their communities in meaningful ways. Here’s an overview of their educational system:

1. Animist Minister Ordainment Program

Purpose: This program is designed and hosted by Quynn, to ordain individuals as Animist Ministers in their state or province, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to lead and support animist communities online and in their region.
Structure: It is a 12-month program that includes bi-monthly live meetings (available both online and in person) where participants engage in discussions regarding related subjects, leadership and space holding skill building, and community support exercises. The program culminates in an ordainment ceremony.
Content: Topics include spirit and physical world communication, Earth prayers, ancestral healing, rites of passage, social justice, and eco-grief. The program also emphasizes the development of personal ceremonial tools and the practical application of animist principles
Web of Life Animists.

2. Spirit Bridge Practitioner Training

Purpose: This training focuses on teaching participants how to facilitate healing and guidance through spirit world connections, referred to at Web of Life as “Spirit Bridge” work. Created and hosted by Quynn.
Structure: Participants learn through live sessions, online coursework, and practical exercises that focus on connecting with spirits, holding space for healing, and offering spiritual guidance to others.
Content: The training covers various methods of divination, energy work, and the use of rhythm and sound for meditation and “journeys” in/as spiritual practice. It also includes ethical considerations and community service components
Web of Life Animists.

3. YOUniversity

Purpose: This program created by Quynn offers self-paced online courses on a wide range of animist and spiritual topics.
Structure: Courses are available to anyone interested in deepening their understanding of animist practices. These courses often include video lectures, guided exercises, and downloadable materials.
Content: Topics might include introduction to animism, spirit world journeying, ancestral connection, intuitive development, and more
Web of Life Animists.

4. Ceremonies and Circles

Purpose: Web of Life ministers regularly hosts ceremonies and circles that provide opportunities for community members to engage in specific spiritual practices, learn new skills, and support one another in their spiritual journeys.
Structure: These events are typically held both online and in person, allowing for broad participation.
Content: Offerings include drum journey circles, animal spirit communication, Earth prayer circles, intuitive development sessions, and various seasonal ceremonies
Web of Life Animists.

5. Community Support and Mentorship

Purpose: Beyond formal training programs, Web of Life offers ongoing support and mentorship for those seeking to deepen their practice or serve their communities as animists.
Structure: This includes one-on-one sessions with experienced practitioners, group mentorship meetings, and participation in online communities.
Content: Mentorship may focus on personal spiritual development, community leadership, ceremonial practices, or navigating the challenges of living as an animist in modern society.

6. Prayer Priestesses & Eco-Chaplan

Prayer Priestess Program is a Tucson monthly circle hosted by Elisabeth. Participants (any gender welcome) explore the ancient art of animist prayer which is a form of witnessing, holding, and ethically participating in the web of life. Find out more.
Eco-Chaplan series/training is a monthly online circle hosted by Hawko, our labyrinth maker. We explore rituals and practices that center around acknowledgement, clearing, release and grounding related to eco-grief during climate collapse. We explore micro-upliftments that can deflect/dissolve despair in self and others so that we can continue to face each day. Find out more.

Overall, Web of Life’s educational system is comprehensive and flexible, providing both structured training for those seeking ordainment and a variety of other resources for anyone interested in animist spirituality and Earth-honoring practices. Our programs emphasize experiential learning, community engagement, and the integration of spiritual practices into everyday life.