Those who would control us don’t have to enslave us. It’s much easier to simply distract us… and they’re very good at it. We Pagans, who like to think of ourselves as magical people, aren’t seeing the magic. Read more
Those who would control us don’t have to enslave us. It’s much easier to simply distract us… and they’re very good at it. We Pagans, who like to think of ourselves as magical people, aren’t seeing the magic. Read more
Here’s the video from the "Worshipping Fearsome Gods" Sunday service at Pathways UU on November 22. Read more
In the moment I never know if I’m doing the right thing or not. It’s only after the fact, when I can look back and see how far I’ve come and what new opportunities the path has presented, that I can say “yes, this was the right choice” or “no, I should have done something else.” Read more
The many Gods of our ancient ancestors include deities of chaos, death, and other unpleasant matters. Whether we see Them as metaphors or archetypes or as something more, these fearsome Gods and Their stories can be helpful in our efforts to live by our principles and establish justice in our land. Read more
As you gobble your turkey and say your prayers of gratitude next Thursday, remember to give thanks for our Pagan community. It’s a difficult community and often a frustrating community, but it’s a good community and I’m glad we’ve got it. Read more
Two short reviews of two short books: Sacred Gifts by Kirk Thomas and Irish Paganism by Morgan Daimler. Read more
Part of being Pagan is re-creating the customs of our ancient ancestors. On Saturday evening, a group of Pagans in Denton, Texas re-created the Greek custom of the symposium: a long, leisurely evening of food, wine, and conversation. Read more
The world is hard and it’s getting harder. You might as well be who and what you’re called to be – and be it with the rest of your community. Read more
What was a joyous and magical month in my childhood is now a three-month-long slog through endless advertising and manufactured outrage. Christmas, Hanukkah, Yule, and the many late December holidays are not the same holy days, but they share the same season, and those who celebrate them need to learn to play nice. Read more
Our religious debates will never end. And contrary to what those of us who are tired of all the arguing may think (a group that includes me), that’s a good thing. Read more
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