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Covens, Groves, and Other Groups

British Druid Order

Caer Rilla (Grove of Rilla)

Caer Rilla of Turtle Island , seeded by The British Druid Order (founded in 1979) and Caer Pugetia of Seattle (1997), is an open Druid grove formed in

Tucson to honor this sacred land and all its inhabitants. We observe the Wheel of the Year with a Gorsedd, which is an open ceremonial gathering of Bards.

A Bard is someone who interprets their world through words, song, art, and whatever inspiration comes to hand. The Gorsedd is free, held in a public park in Tucson , and open to all.

Each Gorsedd offers a place for:

• Bardic Initiation (or the receiving of the Spirit of the AWEN’s Inspiration)

• Rites of Passage

• the Celebration of the Seasonal festivals

• the Honoring of Our Ancestors

• Eisteddfod (the individual expression of artistic inspiration)

Rites of Passage include: Handfastings for all persuasions, Child Blessings, and a Memorial for the Dead.

Legal Weddings by prior arrangement.

IT IS NOT NECESSARY to be a Druid to attend the Gorsedd.

If you are interested in attending the Gorsedd, or would like more information, please contact:

Debbie: grannynighthawk@gmail.com

(520) 834-7527

Mike: swordfish@speakeasy.net

(520) 465-2458

Web site: > http://lunamandrake.net/caer_rilla.html

A good resource for origins, lore, study, and practice of druidry is the Druid Network: http://www.druidnetwork.org

Circle Between the Worlds

CBTW is Adventure Wicca's "outer court" group. Attendance at classes is required to join. Check out www.AdventureWicca.com for more about the Adventure Tradition; e-mail to AdventureWicca@Comcast.net to get on the notification list for the next eight-week "Ad Trad 101" session.

Mother Earth Ministries-ATC

Mother Earth Ministries-ATC is a Tucson-based neo-Pagan prison ministry. MEM's mission is to provide accurate information about Wicca and other Pagan faiths to interested inmates and prison staff; and to facilitate Pagan prisoners' study and practice of their religions. Affiliated with the internationally recognized and respected Aquarian Tabernacle Church, MEM is very much a local group of volunteer priest/esses.

Some of us visit inmates to lead ritual and offer spiritual counsel; we also correspond with inmates, answering questions and offering spiritual counsel through letters. We offer introductory brochures about Wicca, Druidry, and Asatru, and one about the Wheel of the Year; and single-page flyers about various aspects of Wicca and neo-Paganism. We have written a 42-page booklet called Wicca Behind Bars, which we make available free of charge to chaplains and unit libraries, and which is available to individuals for $8 through Aradia Designs (P.O. Box 26278, Tucson, 85726).

MEM is not a coven; our clergy follow different neo-Pagan paths. We don't sell any religious items, and we don't offer a formal correspondence course or offer initiation to inmates. Our clergy are not pen-pals, and our visiting priest/esses may not write to inmates. Further, we are prohibited by the Arizona Department of Correction's rules from working with inmates upon their release, other than in a public setting.

Our role is not to advocate (or assist inmates in lawsuits, no matter how worthy), but to help inmates deepen their understanding of neo-Paganism and learn how to practice their religions even with the restrictions imposed by prison life and regulations. The exercises, spells, and rituals that appear in MEM literature represent our group effort to create liturgy that will work in prison, and don't constitute a distinct or specific Tradition. MEM does not provide books or other religious items, and does not offer correspondence courses.

MEM is always looking for qualified volunteers. Our pastorate volunteer application is downloadable from our website -- www.Motherearthministries.org -- for those who would like to visit or write to inmates, where qualifications and procedures are explained. And, MEM is a 501(c)(3) organization, which means that donations to us are tax-deductible. We appreciate donations of cash to cover our travel, printing, and mailing expenses. We are also happy to accept other help. If you're interested, see one of us at a TAWN cauldron-luck or visit our website for more information.

A word from our founder, Lady Carol Garr: Many people have questioned why I spend my time and energy working with prison inmates. After all, they've probably violated the Wiccan Rede. They might be violent, dangerous, and/or insincere. What they did cannot be undone, but most of these inmates will be released some day, and I'd like to help them change their way of looking at things before that time. All of us are children of the Goddess. As a priestess, I feel called to help Her touch the lives of interested inmates so that they may grow spiritually. To me, it's worth some inconvenience to help show them the way. There's another aspect of our ministry: The DOC must provide inmates with their Constitutional right to practice their religion. However, they know little about "minority" religions like Wicca. Through us, DOC officials, staff, and chaplains are learning the truth about our path.

Silver Midnight Coven

HPS: Carol Garr

Silver Midnight is an eclectic Wiccan coven, with a focus on energy work and on communion with the natural forces of life. Our membership consists of experienced practitioners only, some with a special interest in prison ministry and/or enabling public acceptance of the Wiccan Path. We welcome friendships with other covens, and would consider assisting with magical practices that require a larger group. Membership is by invitation, and with the right psychic fit.

Carol Garr may be reached at:
(520) 883 - 4444
- or -
carol@garden-realty.com

Temple Of Cybele

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This group is in the start-up phase, and will be facilitated by a practicing Priestess in

service to the Goddess. If there is enough interest, we will begin regular meetings for

discussion, and eventually hold public rituals and celebrations.

Worship of the Great Mother is the oldest form of religion known, and dates to the late

Neolithic period, circa 6000 BCE. Many Goddesses have their roots in the Great Mother,

however Cybele is closest to the original form. Her religion focuses on a love and respect

for nature and the Earth, and is essentially monotheistic. Moreover, there is no magic or

witchcraft involved, in the usual sense. The primary metaphysical aspects of the religion

revolve around a direct personal experience of the Goddess during dream-state, as well

as visions and prophesies which some of the Priestesses receive. We also recognize the

"spirit energy" of all living things, which may have certain metaphysical manifestations.

Historically, Cybele has been most often served by transsexual Priestesses, as well as

some genetic female Priestesses, however the religion has very broad appeal, and the

followers have always included a substantial number of men. The Goddess was the

unofficial head of the Greek pantheon for nearly 1000 years, and Her worship was the

official state religion of the Roman Empire for over 600 years.

The religion was also well known for it's hedonistic celebrations, which featured lavish

food and drink, merry music and promiscuous activities. The "New Age" revival should

have great appeal to those who enjoy ancient history or re-enacting, as well as it's simple

and beautiful philosophy of life in general. Much more information can be found on the

website.

Website : www.cybele2.com

Email : cybele79@yahoo.com

The Coven of the Whispering Spirits

Located in beautiful Sierra Vista, Arizona, CWS was established in March 2002 by Lady Lilith. The CWS is an eclectic adult coven with reverence for the Goddess and God. We recognize the responsibility to live wisely and in harmony with others and nature. We come together to learn from and with each other. The CWS exists as an open forum for the members to share knowledge, wisdom, and ideas in all matters of spiritual training. If you decide to stay, a commitment is required as this is not a venture to be taken lightly. Personal growth and transformation are paramount amongst the Coven and trust is definitely the stronghold.

We are currently accepting new members, for additional information you can reach us by one of the following:

E-mail us at:

cws2002@cox.net

Website at:

http://thecovenofthewhisperingspirits.org

75 Cargill Drive,

Sierra Vista, AZ 85635

The Grove of the Pine

An Clann Draoidheachta
Danann Ard Ban Draoi
Pat Jarrett

The Grove of the Pine is a Grove of the Druid Clan of Dana, sister-organization to the Fellowship of Isis. The purpose of the Druid Clan of Dana is to develop nature's psychic gifts. In the Grove of the Pine, we attune ourselves to the rhythms of nature by celebrating the cycle of the seasons. We embrace the wisdom of our Celtic ancestors by exploring nature in a way that fosters a deep kinship with our Mother Earth and all her creatures, for they are the teachers of the natural world. Membership in the Grove of the Pine is by invitation to individuals affiliated with the Fellowship of Isis.

Please Email Pat Jarrett at:
Balashov@aol.com

O.T.O.

Seven Spirits Camp

Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law.

The letters O.T.O. stand for Ordo Templi Orientis, the Order of Oriental Templars, or Order of the Temple of the East. O.T.O. is dedicated to the high purpose of securing the Liberty of the Individual and his or her advancement in Light, Wisdom, Understanding, Knowledge, and Power through Beauty, Courage, and Wit, on the Foundation of Universal Brotherhood.

U.S. Grand Lodge is the governing body of O.T.O. in the United States . It is the most populous and active branch of O.T.O., with several thousand members and 41 local bodies in 24 states as of September 2005. The local O.T.O. Body in Tucson , Arizona is called Seven Spirits.

Currently SSC hosts many local events in the valley of Tucson . Events we host currently are:

g Initiation - Into the Western Mysteries

g Workshops on the Western Mysteries

g Ecclesiastic Gnostic Catholic Mass - The central public ritual in pursuit of Light, Life, Love and Liberty ..

g Rituals of the elements and Feast of the times - celebrations of the Cross Quarters and Equinox's and Solstice's of the year.

g Networking - a chance to get out and meet other like minded individuals locally and internationally.

If you are interested in attending the Public Events and would like to get more information, please contact:

Br. Ganapati at: secretary@sevenspirits,

Love is the law, love under will.

Contact information for: Seven Spirits

Internet:	www.sevenspirits.org
Ph:	(520) 331-9311
Mail to:	Seven Spirits POB 42772 Tucson , AZ 85733-2772
E-mail:	secretary@sevenspirits.org

Solitary Practitioner Information Network
S.P.I.N.
"The Open Circle"

Don & Arlene Davis,
Founders & Facilitators

Working to network Solitary Practitioners of Wicca, Druidry and other Neo-Pagan Spiritual Paths seeking a connection to community but wishing to remain on a Solitary Spiritual Path with each other and the community at large by providing resources, connections to community services, classes, Clergy training and services and Open Circle Rituals.

We also host a large gathering for Solitaries every July in the cool mountains called Liberty Spirit Gathering where there are plenty of workshops and Pagan authors and musicians sharing their talents.

E-Mail:

Don: DondaDruid@aol.com

Arlene: RobynDgnSr@aol.com

Sonoran Sunrise Grove
Arn Draiocht Fein - ADF

Nora Ford, Senior Druid

Sonoran Sunrise Grove is one of the largest ADF groves in the U.S.

We are a very active public ADF Druid Grove in Tucson with a first Wednesday of the month meeting for those learning about us, for the High Days, fellowship, education and ritual. This meeting is open to all who are interested and is held at 7:00 PM in the Black Rose Cafe located at 1800 North Stone Avenue, Tucson, AZ 520-777-3079

We also have weekly Saturday public rites. The location and times are available on our website.

For more information:

Sonoran Sunrise Grove, ADF
P.O. Box 17874
Tucson, AZ 85731-7874
Telephone (520) 437-3958
www.sonoransunrisegrove.com

Click on Logo for our Website!

Tucson Pagans and Witches

A Tucson Area group for people to make friends and ritual/spell together.

For more information follow the link groups.msn.com/tucsonpagansandwitches

RavenAingeal@aol.com

520-741-1998

Question or comments email Board or

You can reach us by Old Fashioned "Snail Mail" at:

T.A.W.N.
P.O. Box 482
Tucson, AZ 85702-0482

24 Hour Information Line: (520) 792-6440

For web issues please email the webmaster.

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