March 3, 2015

It has been a tumultuous few weeks in the evolution of our collective Pagan community, discussions about multiple uncomfortable issues have been processed both online and in local face to face conversations.  What strikes me most profoundly about these conversations is the incredible eloquence, insight and collective clarity of vision of what many have been calling “Young Pagans”  Let me just briefly mention that this label of “Young Pagans” is, in my opinion, a misnomer.  Clearly when we are discussing... Read more

February 27, 2015

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February 25, 2015

Over the past few weeks I have witnessed the demonization of Covenant of the Goddess as a result of the epic fail of the National Board’s response the the #BlackLivesMatter movement.  The discourse has degenerated into the use of a broad brush painting the organization as racist, I am saddened and disgusted that our community seems unable to hold accountable those who failed in their leadership rolls while painting the many great members of CoG with the same broad brush.... Read more

February 19, 2015

Where does one start when reviewing a month long chapter of their life that was intensely painful, personal and enlightening?  My experience of our community over the last few weeks is heartbreaking.  In seeking social justice there is often a price to pay, this I knew, but I was floored by how our blessed community can react to subjects that call us to look at ourselves. In calling out adverse racism where I saw it, I took the only course... Read more

February 3, 2015

Recent events within the Pagan community have driven me to examine the structure of Pagan organizations and how these configurations tend to affect the ability of those participating to embrace social justice in the wider community. It has been a general principle in our community that organizations embracing the governing model of consensus are seeking to hear the voices of everyone, honoring their views and finding a way to move forward with the approval of all involved. In the case... Read more

January 26, 2015

The recent uproar over the portrayal of Lyndon Johnson in the movie Selma is quite enlightening.  Staffers at the LBK Presidential Library are defending the former presidents reputation as a hero of civil rights.  Their objection surrounds the movie painting LBJ as a reluctant ally at best. If we really examine the man and his motivations we can see that he possessed great insight and vast blind spots in terms of racial justice.  He stood as the leader of this... Read more

January 2, 2015

So what do we do when activists usurp an incredibly effective social justice action in order to promote their own worthy causes.   How do we call out those we agree with in principle on their un intended devaluation and destruction of a historic social justice movement? These are the questions I have been pondering over the past few days as I have observed hash tags that read: #translivesmatter, #redlivesmatter, #alllivesmatter, #girlslivesmatter, and on and on. There is no doubt that... Read more

December 25, 2014

In Denver the gray clouds are rolling in, there is a calm preceding the impending storm.  At my in-laws home all is draped in the festive colors of the season. Voices are seemingly hushed in deference to the holiday.  Aromas swirl around me as we prepare for the coming meal.  The faces of extended family yet to arrive manifest an inner smile.  I am comforted in my memories of holidays past.  There are a plethora of sweat emotional visions that... Read more

December 19, 2014

Happy Winter Solstice, in darkness may you cherish the light that burns inside your heart! Glad vintersolhverv, I mørke kan du værner om lys, der brænder inde i dit hjerte! Щасливий день зимового сонцестояння, В темряві може ви дорожите світло, яке горить у вашому серці! 快乐的冬至,在黑暗中,你可以珍惜,燃烧你的心脏里面的光! Glückliche Winter-Sonnenwende, Bei Dunkelheit können Sie das Licht, das in deinem Herzen brennt schätzen! Szczęśliwa Przesilenie zimowe, W ciemności można kochać światło, które płonie w twoim sercu! Счастливый день зимнего солнцестояния, В темноте может... Read more

December 16, 2014

Over and over I hear my friends that are police officers lament the current “attack” on the reputations of police officers.  Each is personally offended that officers are being painted in such a bad light.  Each pointing out all the good they are doing in the word. So let me just say, yes I know that most officers are great people attempting to make a difference in the world. Dear Police Officers, The problems you are facing are not a... Read more


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