Category Archives: Spirituality

Memorial Rite for Tree Higgins

Posted on August 29, 2022 by David Taliesin

My friend and co-facilitator of The Welcoming Circle, Theresa “Tree” Higgins passed away on the Summer Solstice. Due to scheduling conflicts a gathering in her honor was postponed until yesterday. I was asked to conduct the ritual and with the … Continue reading →

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Marking Time, Part 2

Posted on July 16, 2022 by David Taliesin

I gave yesterday’s post a little more thought and came up with a theory as to why many Christians are, unfortunately, antagonistic to their Pagan brothers and sisters. If Christians view time in a linear fashion, then everything new that comes … Continue reading →

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Marking Time, Part 1

Posted on July 15, 2022 by David Taliesin

In his insightful book, Pagans and Christians: The Personal Spiritual Experience, Gus DiZerega explores the different ways Pagans and Christians mark time.  Regarding Pagans, he says “The Pagan view of cyclic time leads us to focusing more on process than … Continue reading →

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Candles, Prayer and Magic

Posted on June 2, 2022 by David Taliesin

A Christian goes into her local Roman Catholic Church. Before worship, she lights a candle for a sick friend and prays to Jesus, asking for healing. She believes her prayer will help to make her friend better…and it does. A … Continue reading →

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Home Altars International

Posted on May 23, 2022 by David Taliesin

I must admit I’ve watched more than my fair share of HGTV. I love home improvement shows because our houses are sacred places. They become sanctuaries where we should feel safe and secure. The colors we choose and the way … Continue reading →

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Universal Characteristics of Candle Magic

Posted on May 10, 2022 by David Taliesin

Ever since the first prehistoric humans learned how to harness fire for warmth, protection and cooking food, we’ve been in awe of the power of the flame.  It doesn’t matter whether it’s a blazing campfire in the woods, prayer candles … Continue reading →

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Sophia: Lady Wisdom

Posted on May 9, 2022 by David Taliesin

Sophia is the Greek word for “wisdom.” She has her roots in Hellenistic philosophy and Platonism, but eventually became a central idea in Gnostic Christianity, Orthodox Christianity and Roman Catholicism, among others. My favorite image of Sophia comes from Proverbs … Continue reading →

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Ritual: Battleground and Blessing

Posted on May 5, 2022 by David Taliesin

According to the dictionary, the word “ritual” is defined as, “a religious or solemn ceremony consisting of a series of actions performed according to a prescribed order.” BORING! My definition would be “any action or attitude that helps us to … Continue reading →

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Ostara Intention Setting Ritual

Posted on March 22, 2022 by David Taliesin

Here is the ritual we used at Welcoming Circle this past Sunday: OSTARA INTENTION SETTING RITUAL CASTING THE CIRCLE—David Taliesin Light the green candle and say: Ostara is behind us, Easter is before us,And spring has just begun.Baby plants are … Continue reading →

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Brigid Discernment Ritual

Posted on January 19, 2022 by David Taliesin

This was the closing ritual for one of Welcoming Circle’s Imbolc celebrations. It can be adapted for solitary practitioners. Images are from the Builders of the Adytum Tarot. I thought you might like to see it as we prepare for … Continue reading →

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