I am typically surprised when I mention to people, or advise them of things that seem (to their minds) to be something Pagans don’t do… or think… or perform… My question then is, “Why would you think that a Witch doesn’t pray?” Or fast, or feel guilt or remorse, or struggle with forgiveness? These feelings … More Guilt, Shame, Regret, and Forgiveness
I haven’t addressed this before, at least not here on the blog, though I have mentioned my own personal take on the Adam and Eve story. But now it seems (not like it ever really changes or gets a break) that congressmen in various parts of the country are trying to push Creationism being taught in … More Biblical Creationism/”Intelligent Design” is not Science
October 31st. It never fails that around this time of year, the pictures of witches and black cats and ghouls come to everyone’s awareness. Witches take pride and joy in being more open with their practices and spirituality. The end of October almost heralds a season of ‘the truth about Witchcraft’ to the general public. … More Samhain and ancestors
One of the really interesting things about getting into Paganism is the realization and later understanding that all those gods and goddesses that you might have learned about in school — Zeus, Aphrodite, Apollo, etc. are still around and kicking. That’s right, those wonderful stories about gods and heroes and legendary tales of monsters and amazing … More Finding a patron deity
I learned recently that June is designated as the annual Pagan Values month in the blogosphere. It’s relatively new, having been started in June of 2009 but I’m excited to see what comes of it now and in the future. I think the idea of Pagan Values is a good one, but just like anything … More Pagan Values… What does that even mean?
It’s been almost a year since I last posted the conversation I had with a person called SharedTears. While I wasn’t expecting a response, and while it took so long to get one that I thought the conversation had been dropped, I did receive an email from her. (I only assume it is a her, I … More What about Jesus? (part deux)
Journals are valuable tools, especially for spiritual matters because looking back on them, reading entries made at specific times, can teach one a great deal about oneself. Mundane journals describe situations and feelings at the time they occur (if the entries are kept current). While spiritual/magical journals record thoughts and beliefs about the nature of … More They aren’t all the same
I have been a Witch all my life. I did not know this until I came to accept and understand what it meant, consciously making the decision to follow it as my life’s path when I was 17. I’ve wavered in activity, in belief, and understanding. That’s how faith roots and grows: through being tested, but … More My response to a loving friend
Important note: I am saying that Christianity (the religion) and Wicca (the religion) are both separate, distinct religious beliefs. Wicca is not the only place where one may have a practice of Witchcraft. One may be a Christian and practice Witchcraft, calling oneself a Christian Witch. This is something different from being a “Christian Wiccan”, … More Why Christian-Wicca doesn’t make sense
I have a different definition for “myth” than what is commonly thought of when one hears the word. A myth is not necessarily a simple story of something that isn’t true. Nor is it entirely a retelling of something that is factual. A myth is a balance between these two things with the intention of speaking … More The purpose of myth
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