Posted in druidry, Pagan, wicca, tagged Egg dying, Ostara 2013 on March 18, 2013| Leave a Comment »
Spring is here! And so is the time for honoring the Goddess Eostre on her sacred holiday of Ostara. Here are the details of the events going on Saturday, March 23, 2013. If you’d like to attend, please contact Daniel Cureton at 801 709 4632 for an invite and more details.
Saturday, March 23, 2013
Ritual Site Clean Up 9am-3pm
Egg Dying Party 3-5pm
Ostara Ritual and Feast 6-11pm
(Flyer by Amber Hafen)
Posted in druidry, magic, occult, Pagan, wicca, witchcraft, tagged Aphrodite ceremony, full moon February 2013, Full Moon Ritual, Tarot readings on February 25, 2013| Leave a Comment »
Thanks to all the members and guests that came this past Saturday, February 23 2013 at 8pm for the Full Moon Ritual to Aphrodite. Those faithful and dedicated members trekked snow drifts, high winds and low visibility to give thanks to the Goddess of Love for all her blessings, especially in the month of February for Valentine’s Day. After clearing the space, shielding and proclaiming peace in the quarters, the elements, deities and ancestors were invoked to help work the magic of the night.
A special appearance by the Goddess was seen in the kitchen. The appearance was captured on camera by president Daniel Cureton and the goddess can be seen with Sergey Khrushechev as he pours his personal libation (left). Her reflection from the kitchen is seen in the mirror as she appears to be in saint form!
After the workings, the members enjoyed Jack Wagon Wheat Beer by Shades of Pale Brewing Co. out of Park City. Several hails, offerings and libations later, the gratitude ceremony came to a close with the traditional feasting on maple vanilla bean cookies and grape juice from Trader Joes.
Tarot readings commenced after the ritual, keeping the tradition alive to divine the future on the full moon. See you all next moon!
Posted in druidry, Pagan, wicca, tagged Brigid, Celtic magic, Imbolc 2013, ritual and poetry, The Morrigan on February 16, 2013| Leave a Comment »
Thanks to all who attend the Imbolc ritual and feasting on Saturday, February 2, 2013 at 6pm. The ritual was lead by President Cureton in a wiccan/druid fashion. Brigid was honored with song, poetry, fire and offerings. The members and guests who attended were taken on a spiritual journey to meet the Goddess in her hut by the mountain side meadows. After a brief interruption by little girls selling kettle corn, things were back in order and the journey back on track. The Goddess helped us define and smith out of a brick an object we would all need for the journey ahead.
Afterwards, president Cureton performed a druid rite and aspected the Goddess Ana or otherwise wise known as Anu or The Morrigan, goddess of battle, strife, and sovereignty. Her blessings were received by the members during the rattling of bells and her speaking through the druid president to the members.
Everything came to a close then, blessings of Brigid and Anu were received and the members passed through cleansing flames of candle fires in honor of Brigid’s fires and hearth. The feasting included items such as vegan lentil soup, couscous, pork roast stuffed with fruit and lots of wine! Till next we meet!
Posted in druidry, Pagan, wicca, witchcraft, tagged blacksmithing, Brigid, Imbolc 2013 on January 31, 2013| Leave a Comment »
The first Sabbat of the year Imbolc. A time to welcome back the returning light as the dark times are at an end. This time is also for honoring and celebrating the Celtic Goddess Brigid, Goddess of poetry, fire and blacksmithing and hearth. Join us for ritual and feast on Saturday, February 2, 2013 at 6pm.
(Flyer by Amber Hafen)
Posted in druidry, Pagan, witchcraft, tagged Anubis, December 2012, Earth goddess, end of the world 2012, Gaia, Isis, Ixchu, Mayan Calendar, midnight rite, Moon Goddess, rebirth, She-Hawk's nest, Yule 2012 on December 26, 2012| Leave a Comment »
What a wonderful Yule celebration! The members of SLPS met on Friday, December 21, 2012 at 7pm to feast with the Gods and Goddesses and prepare for the new year. A little unorthodox, the feast came first to prepare everyone for the long hours of ritual ahead. Mole enchiladas, vegan lentil soup, vegetarian lasagna and chicken were just a few things on the menu.
The altar was decorated with deity statues, red and white candles, altar stand with Gaia atop, pictures, stones, offering bowl and more. The She-Hawk’s Nest was built in front of the altar in the shape of an egg using pine boughs Each person took a turn curling up in the next, releasing personal problems, goals, desires and announcing the birth of new ones to take the place of the old, much like the birthing of the new Yule King. When they emerged they were given salt to taste the bitterness of death.
After the nesting, everyone lined up to be pulled through the birthing canal. Each took a turn being pulled between all sixteen people. At the end, Iyata Bond was waiting with a drop of honey so that all could taste the sweetness of the birth.
A short break with root beer floats was for a light snack and right at 12am and at the end of the Maya calendar, President Muad’Dib commenced the Maya rite with the Earth Goddess Ixchel. She blessed everyone with sacred earth and blessings.
The closing came with a druid ceremony to the God Hu and the dismissing of the quarters.
Afterwards, there were reports of voices, spirits, ancestors and high emotions during the nesting and other rites. Many tears flowed this night!
Yule 2012, Building the She-Hawk’s nest l to r- Azetta Seedling of the Blue Dragon, Mustard Seed, Lunar Oak Spirit, Rena Fairbrother, and Steven Wellington, December 21, 2012, Salt Lake City, UT
Yule 2012, She-Hawk’s nest, December 21, 2012, Salt Lake City, UT
Yule 2012, altar with Moon Goddess, Gaia, Anubis, and Isis, December 21, 2012, Salt Lake City, UT
Yule 2012, altar with candles, December 21, 2012, Salt Lake City, UT
Yule 2012, altar with candles side view , December 21, 2012, Salt Lake City, UT
Yule 2012 Front L to R-Mustard Seed, Azetta Seedling of the Blue Dragon, and Woman Between the Wolves. Back l to r-Piggy, Ember Fire, Brittany Walker, Muab’Dib, Shy Fox, Lunar Oak Spirit, Iyata Bond, Eric Hunt, Justin Leavitt, Fire Runner, December 21, 2012, Salt Lake City, UT
Yule 2012, Feast l to r-Woman Between the Wolves, Steven Wellington, Jessica, Ember Fire, Lunar Oak Spirit, Iyata Bond
Posted in druidry, Pagan, witchcraft on December 26, 2012| Leave a Comment »
What a wonderful Yule celebration! The members of SLPS met on Friday, December 21, 2012 at 7pm to feast with the Gods and Goddesses and prepare for the new year. A little unorthodox, the feast came first to prepare everyone for the long hours of ritual ahead. Mole enchiladas, vegan lentil soup, vegetarian lasagna and chicken were just a few things on the menu.
The altar was decorated with deity statues, red and white candles, altar stand with Gaia atop, pictures, stones, offering bowl and more. The She-Hawk’s Nest was built in front of the altar in the shape of an egg using pine boughs Each person took a turn curling up in the next, releasing personal problems, goals, desires and announcing the birth of new ones to take the place of the old, much like the birthing of the new Yule King. When they emerged they were given salt to taste the bitterness of death.
After the nesting, everyone lined up to be pulled through the birthing canal. Each took a turn being pulled between all sixteen people. At the end, Iyata Bond was waiting with a drop of honey so that all could taste the sweetness of the birth.
A short break with root beer floats was for a light snack and right at 12am and at the end of the Maya calendar, President Daniel Cureton commenced the Maya rite with the Earth Goddess Ixchel. She blessed everyone with sacred earth and blessings.
The closing came with a druid ceremony to the God Hu and the dismissing of the quarters.
Afterwards, there were reports of voices, spirits, ancestors and high emotions during the nesting and other rites. Many tears flowed this night!
Posted in druidry, Other, Pagan, wicca, witchcraft, tagged Yule 2012 on December 20, 2012| Leave a Comment »
Mark it on your calendars! Yule 2012 is Here! This Yule will be a little unorthodox since the end of the Maya calendar is taking place. Yule Feast and Ritual is taking place on Friday, December 21, 2012 at 7pm. We will be eating first around 6pm, then having the ritual around 8pm. Please bring a seasonal dish and be prepared to stay awake till 12am!..
(Flyer by Amber Hafen)
Posted in druidry, magic, Pagan, wicca, witchcraft, tagged ancestral altar, Cernunnos, Church of the Sacred Circle, funeral potatoes, Hades, Hermit, Medusa, Samhain 2012, Sun Stave Circle, We Are the Old Ones, Whispering Woods on October 29, 2012| Leave a Comment »
The wheel has turned and Samhain has come and gone. Thanks to all whom attended the combined UUPS and Sunstave Samhain ritual and feast on Saturday, October 27, 2012 6pm.
The temple area was decorated with the altars and tables with their elemental associations. Flowers and gourds were placed on the main altar and a special ancestral table was placed in the west for people to set items of loved ones onto. Arianrhod watched over the table while the event took place.
Everyone entered the circle space after the circle was cast and were cleansed with sage and holy water. President Daniel Cureton opened the circle in the druid fashion and had the quarters called afterwards.
What first took place was a calming chant We Are the Old Ones, followed by the death of Cernunnos, who left us to go to the land of spirits to await rebirth at Yule. Hades then was channeled by president Cureton and spoke to the circle before interacting with gate keeper of the west. The Gate Keeper, played by Iyata Bond, offered her soul in payment for a few minutes with the spirits of the dead. Hades, being so honored by her sincerity, open the gate without taking her soul. The spirits of the dead came rushing in to meet and talk with their loved ones. Some reported seeing lovers, parents and even pets that had gone on. In the middle of all this, three hounds were heard in the distance barking madly in the silence.
To the tune of the song Queen Medusa by Whispering Woods, Medusa was seen and heard from next. She joined the circle and took everyone’s problems that they had been dealing with throughout the year and burned them in the new year’s fire. She transformed and supported and will continue to support those whom accepted her offering of help.
The circle and grove were closed and the feasting began. The feast included deviled eggs, funeral potatoes, chicken and butternut squash soup. After the feast brought the Samhain part at the Church of the Sacred Circle temple where all sat by the fire and welcomed the new year while drinking Drunken Oak mead. Check out the photos below!
Posted in druidry, magic, Pagan, wicca, witchcraft on October 15, 2012| Leave a Comment »
The wheel has turned and Samhain, known to non magical folks as Halloween is upon us. The Celtic new year is a time for renewing commitments, setting goals and honoring the dead.
This year’s Samhain is a special one since UUPS picked up the Sun Stave Staff and will be hosting Sun Stave for Samhain. Part of this year’s Samhain will consist of drinking to the new year, a druid rite, wiccan death ceremony of Cernunnos, and calling in the dead or ancestors to deliver messages from the other realm, help their living loved ones improve and move forward in their lives.
Please bring an item or photo of a loved one that has passed. There will be a separate ancestral table to set them on. This ritual will included heavy emotions, be prepared to see those beyond the grave. Feast will be after as usual. Dress warmly and if able, please bring a seasonally appropriate dish.
Address: 7455 Parkridge Cir, SLC UT 84121
**** Here are some helpful tips for food ****
If you can, please think beyond bringing chips and salsa for your food contribution. 🙂 We have paper plates, plastic forks and spoons and plastic cups and two microwaves for re-heating items. If you are allergic to cats, be aware that the house is owned…errrr shared by 11 of those feline beasties: plan accordingly with your meds.
Ideas and suggestions for seasonal foods include: steamed carrots, pumpkin pie, garlic mashed potatoes, chicken (rotisserie or otherwise), soups (for example winter squash soup) macaroni & cheese, rice pilaf, enchiladas, other casseroles. Remember our vegetarian sisters & brothers, but think beyond the “vegetable platter.”
(Flyer by Sergey Khrushchev)
Posted in druidry, magic, Pagan, wicca, witchcraft, tagged Cernunnos, Day of the Dead, druidry, Hermit, Samhain Ritual 2012, Sun Stave Cirlcle on October 15, 2012| Leave a Comment »
The wheel has turned and Samhain, known to non magical folks as Halloween is upon us. The Celtic new year is a time for renewing commitments, setting goals and honoring the dead.
This year’s Samhain is a special one since UUPS picked up the Sun Stave Staff and will be hosting Sun Stave for Samhain. Part of this year’s Samhain will consist of drinking to the new year, a druid rite, wiccan death ceremony of Cernunnos, and calling in the dead or ancestors to deliver messages from the other realm, help their living loved ones improve and move forward in their lives.
Please bring an item or photo of a loved one that has passed. There will be a separate ancestral table to set them on. This ritual will included heavy emotions, be prepared to see those beyond the grave. Feast will be after as usual. Dress warmly and if able, please bring a seasonally appropriate dish.
Address: 7455 Parkridge Cir, SLC UT 84121
**** Here are some helpful tips for food ****
If you can, please think beyond bringing chips and salsa for your food contribution. 🙂 We have paper plates, plastic forks and spoons and plastic cups and two microwaves for re-heating items. If you are allergic to cats, be aware that the house is owned…errrr shared by 11 of those feline beasties: plan accordingly with your meds.
Ideas and suggestions for seasonal foods include: steamed carrots, pumpkin pie, garlic mashed potatoes, chicken (rotisserie or otherwise), soups (for example winter squash soup) macaroni & cheese, rice pilaf, enchiladas, other casseroles. Remember our vegetarian sisters & brothers, but think beyond the “vegetable platter.”
(Flyer by Lunar Oak Spirit)
Salt Lake Pagan Society 