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Jay Forrest interviews B. T. Newberg on Naturalistic Paganism

Posted on February 19, 2016 by B. T. Newberg

Hi everybody. I was just given an opportunity to raise awareness of our community on the podcast Spiritual Wisdom with Jay Forrest. Jay is a published author, experienced podcaster, ex-pastor, and certified Humanist minister and meditation instructor – in short,…

My Path to Paganism, by Tyler Clow

Posted on February 19, 2016 by NaturalisticPaganism

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Paganism is not just about worshiping the gods. To many, it is just as much about celebrating the cycle of seasons and harvests in the Wheel of the Year, honoring your ancestors by continuing their traditions, recognizing and embracing your role as part of nature, connecting with your fellow humans and other beings with whom you share space, and of course, being a part of something greater than yourself. And I can securely say that after a long and trying journey, I have finally found my way home.

[Starstuff, Contemplating] “Gather together: Harvest and Community” by Heather and Jon Cleland Host

Posted on September 11, 2015 by NaturalisticPaganism

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In modern times, the Fall Equinox is a time when summer vacations are ending and school is beginning. Communities that were parted in the spring are reforming again. Stories are being shared. Old friendships are renewed, new friendships begun. It is a time for community. Through it all, the harvest theme shines – the harvest of plants, of stories, of so much of our lives.

[A Pedagogy of Gaia] “After the Ritual” by Bart Everson

Posted on August 27, 2015 by NaturalisticPaganism

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This is a follow-up piece to last month’s essay, “Preparing A Ritual”. Before Something always seems to die around Lammas. Last year it was our pet fish, Inky. The year before it was a raccoon under the house. This year…