Elder Dr. Dave explains that Ceremony is the framework for every interaction; it's what determines how we come into relationship together. This works out on all levels, individuals, community and nations. Ceremony means "to make sacred".
Read MoreClaiming ancestors and believing without absolute proof. Sharing our loving visions with the world and standing for them in the face of rejection and dismissal is the call. We have the examples of belief in separation and fear and violence. Now the call if for those with visions of love and equity and transformation. It’s time. If you’ve been waiting - now is the time. If you need permission. You have it.
Read MoreIdentity is important. It’s how we express universal anam out into the world. What we believe we are is the lens through which universal Spirit is shared. I have struggled with identity as a witch for a long time, because as much as it seems to fit, it’s never been quite right. Learning to pronounce Gaelic words opened the door; I am Bandraoi.
Read MoreReconnecting to Celtic culture has disconnected me from identity as “White”. “Canadian” is close behind as a created identity that erases the reality of all the pain and trauma endured to get to this place.
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