
WALKING THE EARTH PATH:
EXPLORING THE SPIRITUAL COMMON CORE OF NATURE RELIGIONS
SERIES: THE NEW AMERICAN RELIGIONS OF NATURE,
INTRODUCTION PART 2
Wayne Martin Mellinger, Ph.D.
Wayne Martin Mellinger, Ph.D.
INTRODUCTION
The concept of “Nature Religions” has evolved significantly over the past few decades, emerging as a vital framework for understanding diverse spiritual traditions that foreground the sacredness of nature. From Catherine Albanese’s foundational work in the 1990s to Bron Taylor’s contemporary explorations, the term has expanded and deepened, reflecting the complex interplay between ecology, spirituality, and culture in the modern world. Read More
Happy Winter Thermstice, or Imbolc! Amid the dark and cold, the warmth and light begin to return. The days are noticeably longer now that it’s been over a month since the Winter Solstice, and now we begin warming as well. It’s the middle of Winter, but warmer days lie ahead!
For those of us in more Northern climes, the Winter Thermstice, or Imbolc, means ice and snow. Earlier, we looked at snowflakes, seeing on an atomic level why they make such beautiful crystals. This year, check out these cool, science inspired candles, just in time for the candle-themed Sabbat of Imbolc, with different color flames!
The Critical Thinking Witch Collective is excited to host a Witches Brew this Saturday – you can start 2025 by connecting to more Naturalistic Pagans!
You are invited, called in, and summoned!