PaganFM! almanac for September 28. 2008
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Today is Sunday the 28th of September, it’s the 272nd day of the year.
The moon is in Virgo at the moment, will be void of course at 1:31 pm, and enters Libra at 4:05 pm.
On Monday, the New Moon is at 4:12 am.
On Tuesday, the moon will be void of course at 9:47 pm.
Tuesday is also Rosh Hashanah, or the “head of the year”. It is known by most of us as “Jewish New Year”, and it is the first day of the High Holidays, or Yamim Noraim, the Days of Awe. It is on this day that the fates of individuals are set down. Those who are righteous have their names inscribed in the book of life. Those who are not yet righteous enough are given a period of ten days, until Yom Kippur to repent. Those who are found wicked are “blotted out of the book of the living”.
Tuesday is also the beginning of the Celtic Tree month of Ivy.
Wednesday, October 1, marks the birthday of Isaac Bonewits. Isaac is one of the more influential authors in the Neo-Pagan movement, and an early leader. Having joined the Reformed Druids of North America in 1966, and involved in various traditions and paths, his extensive experience has raised him up as a well-rounded leader. He has written on many subjects in Druidism, Neopaganism and Wicca.
The moon will enter Scorpio at 12:26 am.
Thursday marks the end of Ramadan, and the firth of Timothy Roderick, an English Traditional Wiccan, and author of such books as Dark Moon Mysteries and Apprentice to Power.
The moon will be void of Course at 6:46 pm.
On Friday, the moon will enter Sagittarius at 11:14 am.
Saturday, October 4 marks the anniversary of Ronald Reagan’s signing JR-165, which made 1993 the “Year of the Bible.
Congress Declares
The Bible "The Word of God"
[S.J.Res. 165]
Public Law 97-280
97th Congress 96 Stat. 1211
October 4, 1982
Joint Resolution authorizing and requesting the
President to proclaim 1983 as the "Year of the Bible."
Whereas the Bible, the Word of God, has made a unique contribution
in shaping the
Whereas deeply held religious convictions springing from the Holy
Scriptures led to the early settlement of our Nation;
Whereas Biblical teachings inspired concepts of civil government
that are contained in our Declaration of
Whereas many of our great national leaders-among them Presidents
Washington, Jackson, Lincoln, and Wilson-paid tribute to the surpassing
influence of the Bible in our country's development, as the words of President
Jackson that the Bible is "the rock on which our Republic rests";
Whereas the history of our Nation clearly illustrates the value of
voluntarily applying the teachings of the Scriptures in the lives of
individuals, families, and societies;
Whereas this Nation now faces great challenges that will test this
Nation as it has never been tested before; and
Whereas that renewing our knowledge of and faith in God through
Holy Scripture can strengthen us as a nation and a people: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United
States of America in Congress assembled, That the President is authorized and
requested to designate 1983 as a national "Year of the Bible" in
recognition of both the formative influence the Bible has been for our Nation,
and our national need to study and apply the teachings of the Holy Scriptures.
Approved October 4, 1982.
It’s strange … and I thought that there was to be a separation of Church and State …. Maybe we could get a “Year of Pagan thought”? Maybe not.
Ongoing, weekly:
Prayer Requests
Every Sunday
Time: 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Location: Your own home
Notes: Please answer this request post stating your reason
for healing energy and/or prayers sent your way. Prayer requests can be asked
for other than healing and for other than yourself.
A white candle will be lit for you on Sunday unless you
request another color to be used. This is a group event so the more people
involved the better. Feel free to join sending out energy. Always keep in mind
that requests are always done for the highest good of all concerned. This may
mean the outcome may be different than we hope for. The spiritual healing work
we do is designed to work in harmony with other treatment modalities, not as a subsitute.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEPagansAndWitches
Repeating event:
2nd Saturday of each month
New Hampshire Seacoast Pagans have their monthly meeting at Karnan House in
This is an informal gathering for Pagans. Most of us are
from the Portsmouth Seacoast area, but all are welcome. We provide free coffee
and tea, and usually somebody will bring some food. There’s no agenda – just
hanging out, networking and good conversation.
For more information about this event, visit:
http://nhspagans.numachi.com
The Moon Pool Coven offers ongoing instruction in Wicca in a
teaching Coven environment. You can find out more about them at
www.moonpool.org.
Celebrate the
Sep. 28th. 2008
Celebrate the New Moon & Harvest
Event Details:
NE Pagans & Witches
Time: 4-6pm (could run later)
Focus will be on the harvest and new moon while observing
the Lord aspect of our Magickal path
If the weather is bad the circle will be held inside in the
coop.
Dont be shy and come and join us
for our
Event Location:
Event TIME Details: 4-6pm
Website: http://www.myspace.com/nepagansandwitches
Website II: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEPagansAndWitches
Psychic & Holistic Fair at Crescent Moon Herbals
When: Oct. 4th. 2008 - Oct. 5th. 2008
Where:
Oct. 4 - Psychic & Holistic Fair at Crescent Moon
Herbals
Event Details: Annual Holistic & Psychic Fair
Saturday, Oct. 4, from 11-5 p.m.
Free Admittance
(In case of inclement weather, a rain date has been
scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 5, from 11-5 p.m. Any changes will be announced on
the shop website at www.crescentmoonherbals.com)
Angel Card Readers, Psychics & Mediums, Reiki, Shamanic
Crystal Healings, Koshonics, Chakra Cleansing,
Crafters & Vendors
(Individual service rates by practitioner/vendor)
~ PRACTITIONERS INCLUDE ~
CHRIS BASHAW - Shamanic & Angel
Readings, Koshonic Healings, Crystal Healings, Herbal
Consultations and more.
ISABEAU ESBY (Purple Right of Light) - Psychic Medium
GREG PHILLIPS - Reiki & Polarity
RALPH REINARD - Mystic Medium
VALERIE STARR - Tarot Reader
DONNA TOBEY - Angel Card
~ VENDORS INCLUDE ~
ASTRAL SCENTS (VAL CHENEVERT)
(Perfumes, bath and body products)
BABZDIDIT (BARBARA HART)
(Custom handmade jewelry)
PEACE CRAFTED PRODUCTS
(All natural, handmade bath salts, scrubs & sachets)
TRINITY (Designs by Debbie)
(Celtic & Native custom jewelry & headpieces)
27 PINES HERBAL (GAIL SAWYER)
(Teas, salves, energy movement via plant facilitation,
informational)
Event Location:
Event TIME Details: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Directions: Just off Route 202 in
Phone: (207) 457-1114
Website: http://www.crescentmoonherbals.com
Mailing Address:
The Wisdom of Inner Traditions: A Weekend Retreat
October 10-12, 2008
Omega Institute for Holistic Studies
Register online at eOmega.org or call 800.944.1001
Join some of Inner Traditions .
Bear & Company's most renowned authors for a
wide-ranging retreat at Omega
Institute for Holistic Studies. Designed to
explore both spiritual and healing
traditions from around the world, The
Wisdom of Inner Traditions, is an experiential retreat with
individual
sessions throughout the weekend.
Topics covered include indigenous cultures, perennial
philosophy, Eastern
spiritual practices,
sustainability, herbal remedies, shamanism, and systems
theory. As participants, we tap
into these subjects as we rethink our values
and priorities, and shape the
transformation of our culture in the direction
of a holistic worldview and global
sustainability.
Omega Institute, the nation's most trusted source for
wellness and personal
growth, is proud to be hosting The
Wisdom of Inner Traditions. Located on
195 acres in the beautiful
people to its workshops,
conferences, and retreats in
and at exceptional locations around
the world.
Register online at eOmega.org or call 800.944.1001.
The presenters are as follows:
Ervin Laszlo
Sarah Tomlinson
Ellen Evert Hopman
Marc Seifer, Ph.D.
Kenneth Smith
Susan J. Wright
Pam Montgomery
Inner Traditions . Bear &
Company is one of the oldest and largest
publishers devoted to the spiritual
and healing traditions of the world. Our
books celebrate the Earth while
seeding a new dream for humanity.
If you have any comments or suggestions, feel free to either
reply to this
message or email Inner Traditions
at
mailing@innertraditions.com.
Christopher Penczak will be at Borders Bookstore in
You can find more information at
http://thepathway.com/events.html or http://www.christopherpenczak.com
The Art Of Magick with Christopher
Penczak
When: Oct. 15th. 2008 - Oct. 29th. 2008
Where:
Christopher Penczak - Art of Magick Series
Event Details: Candle Magick: The Art of Magick Part One
Wednesday, Oct 15
7-9:30 PM, $25 or $60 if you register and
pay for all three by Oct 1.
Myths &
(603) 867-8465
Candles have long been used as a beacon of light in the
spirit world, to send prayers, spells and blessings out to manifest. The candle
contains all the powers of the elements. Candle magick is one of the most
effective methods of magick and healing, used for emergencies, long term goals
and religious ceremonies. Learn the techniques of effective candle magick
taught from a modern witchcraft perspective with leaning of American folk magick,
including color and candle selection, carving, dressing, rolling
, packing and reversals.
Potion Magick: The Art of Magick Part Two
Wednesday, Oct 22
7-9:30 PM, $25 or $60 if you register and
pay for all three by Oct 1.
Myths &
(603) 867-8465
The image of the witch or magician brewing a potion is
ingrained in all seekers of the magick, and the art of potion making has be
preserved, adapted and reinvented in the light of modern witchcraft. They are
used to banish unwanted forces and draw in the energies of love, prosperity and
healing. Learn potion making techniques using herbs, oils, stones and mummia. Topics including brews,
tinctures, fluid condensers, oils, incense, spygerics,
essences and philters. Craft your own potions of power, based upon your
own needs, desires and spiritual path.
Talisman Magick: The Art of magick Part Three
Wednesday, Oct 29
7-9:30 PM, $25 or $60 if you register and
pay for all three by Oct 1.
Myths &
(603) 867-8465
People all over the world, in every time, religion and
culture carry charms, talisman and amulets to protect them from harm and bring
the blessings of the gods and spirits. Learn about the art of talismans,
including how to empower ones you already have, and craft new ones in the time
honored traditions of magick. Natural charms of stone, metal, herb and animal
will be covered, along with geometric talismans from planetary rituals, kameas and the use of sacred alphabets to empower your
objects.
Event Location:
Event TIME Details: 7 pm to 9:30 pm
Directions: From North of
Phone: (603) 867-8465
Workshops with Raven and Stephanie Grimassi
When: Oct. 17th. 2008 - Oct. 18th. 2008
Where:
Workshops with Raven and Stephanie Grimassi
Event Details: Raven Grimassi
& Stephanie Taylor-Grimassi
at Myths and Maidens
Fairy Stone Workshop
Friday, October 17th 6 pm to 8 pm $25 per class
Learning to sight and work with the Faery
Race
Do you feel a presence in the woods? Do you see signs of
mystical beings around you? Perhaps you need a fairy stone to help focus in on
the Hidden Ones. Join authors Raven Grimassi &
Stephanie Taylor for a workshop to learn about the Fey and to use a traditional
fairy sighting stone. The workshop will include a talk about old fairy lore,
and how to make and use a fairy stone to call forth fairies as well as how to
use it as a “sighting stone” . Also, learn about how
the Kindred Race interface with witches to work in
common cause for both worlds. Attendees receive a clay fairy stone with cord
along with instructions handmade and charged by Raven and Stephanie.
Your Path to Oracle Power
Saturday, October 18th 6 to 8 pm $25 per class
Do you desire a deeper exploration of the Inner Mysteries?
When you see certain symbols and images does something stir within you? Join
authors Raven Grimassi and Stephanie Taylor for a
workshop using their oracle systems known as the Well Worn Path, and the Hidden
Path. Raven and Stephanie will teach you about their oracle cards filled with
mystical teachings and new insights presented through imagery and symbols that
explore the inner mysteries of Wicca, Witchcraft, and Paganism. The decks are
created for divination, teaching, ritual, spell crafting and path working. The
workshop includes a guided meditation in which you can encounter the mystical
folkloric figure known as the Crone of the Cottage. She will bestow a gift upon
you that can enhance your divination skills.
Each deck of 40 cards comes with a full length book that
includes divination spreads expressly created for the Craft, an alignment
journey that takes you on the path of the seeker through all 40 cards, our
suggested divination meanings, individual mystery tradition teachings and a
Full Moon ritual template that can be expanded to include Sabbats
and spell work. The Well Worn Path deck and the Hidden Path can be combined to
form an 80 card system, but each deck is also designed to stand alone as a
separate oracle systems.
Meet and Greet - one hour before workshops - Please book
early as space is limited.
Directions: From North of
Phone: (603) 603-867-8465
Starting October, 2008
Introduction to Herbal Healing and Self Care
When: October to April, 7-9 PM
Where:
Cost: Call for details
Details: A six-month intensive. Covers Western herbal Materia Medica, formula making,
case taking, Chinese Five Element Theory, Homeopathic First Aid, Flower Essence
Counseling, plant identification, ethnobotany, and
hands on herbal techniques such as poultices, tinctures, salves, etc.
Over 400 pages of handouts are included with the course. A
certificate of completion is offered at the end.
MA NURSES CAN GET CEUS BY TAKING THIS COURSE
CALL FOR DETAILS OR TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE (413) 323-4494
Keep your calendar open for November 2. Wendy Rule will be
in
Sunday, December 21, we'll celebrate Yule, or the Winter Solstice. In honor of that day, we'll celebrate the solstice, here at PaganFM! You're invited to attend a solstice ritual right here at the station. We'll have the ritual, then cakes and ale (non-alcoholic), fellowship, and then start the radio program as usual, at midnight. Consider joining us, and send us an email at dee@paganfm.com so that we can know how many people to expect and plan accordingly.
This week’s poem is “The Witch” by Briareus.
Sylvia Guersenzvaig with Libra.