How to Include Physically Challenged People in Group Rituals
This article examines an important modern Wiccan/Pagan issue from both angles. Coven and group leaders can learn how to best accomodate members with disabilites, and the differently-abled are given some ideas for how to make their participation in group events easier for everyone..

Untrained and Unruly and Unbowed
Traditional, reclaiming, reconstructionist or eclectic?Witch, Wiccan or Pagan?Animal, vegetable or mineral?All this emphasis on labels and training reminds me of why I left Judaism more than 20 years ago. There are more options now, but then you had to be Orthodox, Conservative or Reform. And once you chose, the finger-pointing began, along with the shouts of “.

Fair Weather Wicca
A group I work with occasionally had planned a weekend campout and ritual at a local Pagan-friendly retreat, but unfortunately the trip was cancelled due to a forecast of low temperatures, rain, and sleet. Far be it for me to question the fortitude of my friends for deciding against a little cold-weather camping, but by gods, if my ancestors could survive the I.

(Practical Sigil Magic by Frater U..D.., 1990 Llewellyn Publications is an excellent source of information on how to design and "charge" Sigils). 5) PRANAYAMA In a relaxed state, situate your body in any position which is rigid, but comfortable. Start your controlled breathing. 6) VISUALIZATION Bring up the symbol you have designed to consciousness and hold it there. DO NOT ALLOW YOUR MIND TO WANDER, remember that the Subconscious mind is watching. Hold this mental image for as long as it is comfortable. 7) AFFIRMATION Assure yourself that eve More

Again, we can never know who is objectively correct in any conflict. BOTH are correct as we follow our emotions and intuitions, act with pure intent, express our respect for anothers feelings and power, and remain aware of the present situation. In social circumstances only consensus (without the force of rule) conforms to the Rede and its important protections. An it harm none, do as thou wilt is a subjective guideline, not a moral imperativ More

But, Lilith, already escaping, did not suffer such a curse and was viewed as immortal. She is, today, sometimes venerated by feminists. Interestingly, serpents are seen as sacred creatures in witchcraft, as they bring knowledge; and apples are commonly used in love spells, all because of this very tale. Many occultists separate Lucifer (light bearer) from the Christian Devil. But in Italian folklore it cannot be denied that the two were one in the same, as the first passage of the book Aradia: The Gospel of the Witches, unedited, reads: More

Pagan Training and You!
Why must one be trained to be Pagan is my first thought and question? Are we following in the main stream religions footsteps and only those who go to formal schools can be called a spiritual advocate of their faith? In my opinion if one seeks to be taught by someone or not is their choice. Others do not have the resources or the groups in their areas to seek “.

Bill Would Make Sale Of Sex Toys Illegal In S. Carolina
Lucy’s Love Shop employee Wanda Gillespie said she was flabbergasted that South Carolina’s Legislature is considering outlawing sex toys. But banning the sale of sex toys is actually quite common in some Southern states. The South Carolina bill, proposed by Republican Rep. Ralph Davenport, would make it a felony to sell devices used primarily for sexual s.

Are you Magically Insecure?
I'm better than you. One may think they are hearing this in the local playground, but this is not the case. This phrase seems to be coming by the adults that are in the realm of magick.Why is this feeling becoming so widespread? It is not just an emotional outbreak by individuals but also by those that are in groups or associations in the community. One may hea.

Temple Of The Fox Found In Peru
He helped match a skull with the remaining bones of Spanish explorer Francisco Pizarro. And he led the team that excavated the oldest known village in the Americas. Now retired University of Missouri at Columbia anthropology Professor Robert Benfer, working with a team of archaeologists, has another exciting find to add to his impressive resume: uncovering a.