August | 2023 | Naturalistic Paganism

Paganism is Different, Part 2: In Paganism, No Single Deity is in Complete Control [Stardust, Contemplating]

Posted on August 27, 2023 by NaturalisticPaganism

Paganism is radically different from many huge religions, and that these radical differences appear to have a large impact on our lives, on the lives of future generations, and on our world. In Paganism, no single deity is in complete control. Paganism’s rejection of one deity in control aligns with Paganism’s strong thread of individual freedom.

You can join a Witch’s Brew This Sunday, August 20! From The Critical Thinking Witch Collective

Posted on August 18, 2023 by NaturalisticPaganism

Welcome, Witches, while we wag-on with wonderful, wondrous words! Our first Con took place on Friday the 13th in August of 2021, and we’re so excited to be preparing for our third Con (now at the beginning of Spooky Month, Sept/Oct). So come join us 2023 August 20th, for Magic (In) Words, our anniversary Brew!

We will be exploring the power of words, the history of magic words, and (as always) will have plenty of time for connecting.

Community, Nordic Animism, Lammas, and more! Recent Episodes of THE WONDER podcast, by Mark Green

Posted on August 11, 2023 by NaturalisticPaganism

The concept behind THE WONDER—named, of course, for the awe and reverence we feel as we contemplate the magnificent Universe—is that it will be an ongoing resource for non-theist Pagans to inform and inspire our practices and stimulate our thinking.

No Nonsense Paganism: Lughna-say-what?

Posted on August 1, 2023 by John Halstead

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This August 1st, forget everything you have learned about Celtic myths and the agricultural customs of 18th century English peasants. Forget even the word “Lughnasadh”. Instead, go outside. Look. Listen. Breathe in and breathe out. Bend down and touch the earth. And ask what the world is speaking to you.