As the Findhorn Foundation shapeshifts in preparation for its unfolding into something new and more sustainable in 2024, I have selected a few images that capture some of the essence of what Findhorn – and here I refer to the wider Community – has meant for me.

Much of it has been about Love, Magic & Miracles, the title of a 2012 conference and the name of Findhorn’s first eBook, published in 2021. It was my gift to the community and I featured 21 interviews and stories of heart-opening and transformation.

CELEBRATING VIBRANT ELDERHOOD, COMMUNITY SERVICE, AND WORK AS 'LOVE IN ACTION' This image captures some of the joy and sense of selfless contribution of Craig Gibsone, 81, and John Willoner, 79. They're off to the nearby woods to log trees that have been toppled in storms or succumbed to age. Both have served the Findhorn Community since the 1960s, playing a multitude of roles. Craig was my first 'focaliser' when I attended a month-long Ecovillage Training offered by the Findhorn Foundation 14 years ago. He's a Permaculturist who has taught me much about living in a way that is kinder to the Earth and each other. And he exemplifies the motto: If it isn't fun, it's not sustainable. John singlehandedly ran the Findhorn Foundation's Conference office for 20 years, hosting a multitude of high-profile spiritual teachers like Neale Donald Walsch, Eckhart Tolle, James Finley, and Caroline Myss. He is a close friend and hiking buddy who has introduced me to many of Scotland's highest peaks. He's also taught me about service to others and generosity of spirit. Both elders live within the Park Ecovillage at Findhorn and make the world a richer place. They epitomise the idea that Work is and should be Love in Action. Photograph: Sylvia Black

CELEBRATING VIBRANT ELDERHOOD, COMMUNITY SERVICE, AND WORK AS ‘LOVE IN ACTION’
This image captures some of the joy and sense of selfless contribution of Craig Gibsone, 81, and John Willoner, 79. They’re off to the nearby woods to log trees that have been toppled in storms or succumbed to age.
Both have served the Findhorn Community since the 1960s, playing a multitude of roles.
Craig was my first ‘focaliser’ when I attended a month-long Ecovillage Training offered by the Findhorn Foundation 14 years ago. He’s a Permaculturist who has taught me much about living in a way that is kinder to the Earth and each other. And he exemplifies the motto: If it isn’t fun, it’s not sustainable.
John singlehandedly ran the Findhorn Foundation’s Conference office for 20 years, hosting a multitude of high-profile spiritual teachers like Neale Donald Walsch, Eckhart Tolle, James Finley, and Caroline Myss. He is a close friend and hiking buddy who has introduced me to many of Scotland’s highest peaks. He’s also taught me about service to others and generosity of spirit.
Both elders live within the Park Ecovillage at Findhorn and make the world a richer place. They epitomise the idea that Work is and should be Love in Action. Photograph: Sylvia Black