yes (10)no (-5)yes (10)no (-5)
B. Opportunities for contemplation and development of the inner self are available in the community:
Check as many as apply
through individual pursuit (5)
through group programs and activities (5)
other (1 point for each) - describe ____________________________________________
no (-5)
C. The topic and experiences of spirituality within the community are best described as:
comfortable, harmonious and contributing to the overall well-being of the community (2)
a source of interpersonal difficulties and unrest or problems within the community (-2)
D. Group spiritual practices conducted within the community, include: Check as many as apply
Meditation (1)
Attunement/group centering practices (1)
Sacred dancing (1)
Talking stick sessions/sharing circles (1)
Meal blessings (1)
Shared silence (1)
Prayer (1)
Chanting/devotional singing (1)
Invocation of God/Spirit at community activities and events (1)
Other (1 point for each) Specify: _____________________________________________
E. How often community members come together for spiritual practices that connect them to a deeper level of consciousness within themselves and/or to the Earth:
regularly (5)occasionally (3)rarely (1)never (-1)
F. The extent to which community members wishing to devote themselves to a life of spiritual mastery and selfless service, are encouraged/supported by the community in doing this:
great (5)somewhat (3)in small part (1)not at all (-1)
G. The extent to which the wisdom and spiritual expertise of older community members is seen as a community resource and used as a guide in community matters:
great (5)somewhat (3)in small part (1)not at all (-1)
H. There are spaces available within the community dedicated to spiritual gatherings and practices:
- indoor
- outdoor
I. An estimate of how many community members appreciate that spirituality manifests in many ways, and respect the ways of others:
most (5)some (3)few (1)none (-1)
Add up the numbers in parentheses behind each item above that you checked.
3. Spiritual Sustainability Total:_____
Indicates excellent progress toward sustainability Indicates a good start toward sustainability Indicates actions are needed to undertake sustainability
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