Tradition of Giving
This season has been a time of celebration and sharing for centuries. It is in this tradition that we ask you to consider making a gift to further the work of the Goddess. We know times are hard for many of us. It is in these times that it is most important we use our magic. What we send out returns to us three-fold. We affirm and extend this blessing to all who feel called to make a donation large or small to the Congregation.
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Women's Thealogical Institute
Are you Called to celebrate and serve the Goddess?
Do you wish to study with other Goddess women and witches?
For 20 years, a multi-dimensional school & seminary for Goddess Studies, Women's witchcraft & spirituality
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Gathering of Priestesses & Goddess Women
It's not too early. You can register now at a discount for the Gathering of Priestesses and Goddess Women May 15 - 17, 2009 in Wisconsin Dells, WI. Join the celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Congregation.
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Raise Your Voice for the Goddess
Okay, I sing. Most people say I sing pretty well. I've been in choirs since grade school, had a regular "gig" on a TV show when I was in high school, and made a CD of Goddess music. (You can order that CD from the Congregation by clicking here.)
About 25 years ago I made a pledge to no longer sing music that supported Christian theology. I believe my voice is one of the strongest gifts the Goddess and I chose for me. I wanted to honor that gift. Now, dropping Christian music may sound like not much of a big deal, but actually it has turned out to be quite pervasive. It meant no more African-American spirituals, quite a large portion of classical music was gone, a bunch of folk music had to go too and even quite a few of those songs one sings around the campfire had to get dropped from my repertoire.
But, of all the things that had to go, one of the most distressing was carols. I'm one of those people who actually knows all the verses to many carols. I enjoyed getting together with a group of friends and going door-to-door caroling. Ah, but as I began to listen to the music of the holiday season I found I did not have to give it all up. Many of the common holiday songs were actually about the winter season and some only required the change of a word or two. Even better, some familiar songs actually refer to Yule. I was gifted by friends with a book with alternative words for carols. Now, Oh Come Let us Adore us, We Three Crones, and Well Rest Ye Gentle Wimminfolk are back.
So, now I sing through the holidays once again. Winter Wonderland, Deck the Halls, and The Holly and the Ivy come to my lips once more. And, with them comes a reverence for the SUN that is born, the Mother who finds a place and the awesome beauty and power of winter.- Jade
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Daily Celebrations December 16-Day of Sapientia, Roman Goddess of Wisdom. Honor your own wisdom today by sharing part of it with someone you cherish. December 17-Beginning of Saturnalia, Roman Yule festival-it was an extravagant party and time of overindulgence and fun. Take it from there. December 18-Feast of Our Lady of Solitude-She is Isis, Yemaya, Kwan Yin, Mary, Coatlique or your Matron deity. Spend some time alone today. Burn a single candle as an offering to Her.
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WTI: Winter Online Classes
Each class is six weeks in length and begins on January 12, 2009The cost for each class is $63 Midwinter Mandalas -- Sid Reger, Ed. D.Here is an on-line art class for every woman; no art or meditation experience necessary! We will explore goddesses, symbols, and art history to create a visual tool for personal transformation. (Note: Access to a scanner or digital camera will be helpful but not required.) Register Living Life Powerfully: Tools and Techniques - Pammyla Brooks, MFHow can I feel more powerful right here, right now? We will learn tools and techniques today that we can use tomorrow to feel more powerful at home and at work. We address Power with People, Power from the Body, Power of Intention, Power from Memories, Spiritual Power and more. RegisterCrisis Intervention for Professionals -- Nan Brooks This class is designed to provide students (who are assumed not to be mental health professionals) with effective tools for the empowerment model of basic crisis intervention and how to access professional caregivers. RegisterEffective Community Rituals - Nan BrooksOur communities need meaningful ritual and this class aims to provide practical ideas and helps refine skills to inspire and support beginners and seasoned ritualists. RegisterFrog Mysteries -Susan SwopeExplore and celebrate the natural history, myths, goddesses, and other aspects of frogs. Enjoy fascinating readings and an extensive list of resources for further exploration and celebration. Give and receive frog and toad meditations and blessings. Be inspired to make a unique work of art expressing and deepening your connection to these creatures. RegisterExploring the Goddesses I: The Dance of Kali - Tinnekke BeboutThe Dance of Kali is a course for womyn who are curious about the Dark Goddesses or Hindu Goddesses or just about Kali Herself. It's a chance to learn more about this ancient Goddess whose worship continues in the modern day and to experience Her for themselves. Register
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