We continue our study of astrology exploring the Houses. Session Six of It’s Written in the Stars: An Introduction to Astrology has just been uploaded. And, Session Two of Craft of the Wise discusses the Natural World and its gifts on a Pagan Path.
For more information about these courses, click below:
We’ve just celebrated the Equinox and have been under the intensity of 3 Outer Planets Retrogrades. Written in the Stars Sessions 4 and 5 explore the energies of the Planets and their gifts and challenges.
For a full description of this course, upcoming sessions and to purchase Session Three go to:
It’s Written in the Stars: An Introduction to Astrology
At this point in our astrological studies I would also recommend that you read through the posts on my astrology blog: Temple of the Cosmic Spheres. The information found there will support and deepen the understanding you are building of the celestial world.
This summer provided several opportunities for teaching. So, I am sharing these with you. The recordings for each reflect the other activities of the event, so the usual quiet attention will not be present. PDF handouts are included as well. Enjoy!
About the workshop:
This workshop is part of the Elementary Magick series and explores the use of Fire in magickal practice. This is the magick of Will and we, as practitioners must cultivate those fires that flow within. Topics will include discussion of how we can harness this inner fire and how to direct that energy once aroused towards magickal and spiritual development. The class will include an experiential component and suggested exercises to keep the fires burning.
Files:
DDPP-Awakening the Inner Sun pdf.
AwakeningInnerSun DelPPD2015 audio mp3
Presented at Philadelphia Pagan Pride DayAbout the workshop:
Regardless of your chosen Pagan path, at some point in your studies the concept of developing a Magickal Persona will be encountered as a tool extraordinaire in support of your practice. This class will explore what the magickal persona is and how it serves as interface for our magickal and sacred workings, We will discuss the components that are present as the Magickal Persona arises, how to develop and strengthen its presence and how it may be used to further spiritual practice and engagement of the Great Work.
Files:
Developing the Magickal Persona pdf Handout
MagickalPersona PhilPPD2015 Audio-mp3
In the spirit of learning and back to school, I’ll be adding two new courses from..
About the Craft of the Wise Series..
The Craft of the Wise is a 4-part series exploring the practices of Wicca and related magickal studies. Each part focuses on a body of work that will enhance both the beginner and the experienced practitioner.
An introduction to Traditions, and specifically The Assembly of the Sacred Wheel is incorporated into Part III to give a broad perspective of how the pagan community specializes in practice and have example of a Tradition that has been successful in multiple expressions of its outreach. Each of the individual classes employs a variety of tools for maximum effect, including:
Meditations/pathworkings
Discussion
Experiential practice
Suggested personal practice
Resources and more…
Note: Although, the greatest benefit is derived from study of the entire Series, each Part and the sessions contained within are content rich as stand alone components.
The Craft of the Wise:Part One
Forming the Foundations of Practice
(April 2015)
This course was presented as a 9-week session and each class is 2.5 hrs in length.
Session One: Wicca, History and Lore
Session Two: The Natural World – Elements and More
Session Three: The Divine World – Deity and Pantheons
Session Four: The Wheel of the Year: Devotion and Celebration – The Wheel of Light
Session Five: The Wheel of the Year: Devotion and Celebration – The Wheel of Dark
Session Six: The Tools of the Craft
Session Seven: Creating Sacred Space – Part 1
Session Eight: Creating Sacred Space – Part 2
Session Nine: Magickal Ethics and Etiquette
FEE: $15 per Session/$90 for all 9 sessions
Craft of the Wise: Part Two
Branching Out – The Temple of Cosmic Spheres
(August 2015)
This course was a day-long study of the principles and practices of Lunar and Solar Magick. Discussion of the application of planetary energy and its use as an effective tool of enrichment or magickal working provides the keys of connecting to the Cosmic world. This intensive also includes an introduction the the basic principles of astrology. This course was presented as a 5-hr intensive and concludes with a pathworking of journey through the Cosmos.
FEE: $45
Links to the course pages and order info will be available soon. Happy Learning!
We continue our astrological studies exploring the Signs of the Zodiac. For a full description of this course, upcoming sessions and to purchase Session Three go to:
We continue our astrological studies exploring the Signs of the Zodiac. For a full description of this course, upcoming sessions and to purchase Session Two go to:
Happy Summer Solstice! Today is focused on the Sun’s light- whether it be Waxing or Waning. Mind, heart and body are all seeking the illumination and strengthening of the Sun Lord’s gifts and a renewed Spirit to carry us forward towards the next Solstice.
It is for these gifts that I have chosen the Solstice as Launch Day for Teachings on the Path. The first selection of courses are:
It’s Written in the Stars: An Introduction to Astrology
A Walk Through the Major Arcana- Tarot
Please review the “Accessing the Files” and “Copyrights” pages. The Index of Courses page will offer listing of those courses available.
So, let the Sun shine – Here and Now and Forever Within!
I ask for the blessings of the increased clarity of Light that reveals the mysteries of our spiritual teachings.
I ask for the blessings of Solar Lord’s energy to weave its gift of intention and fuel the resources that feed the hunger of our souls for learning.
And, I ask the blessing of being able to serve our community in sharing the gift of knowledge and in so doing set the fires ablaze in all seekers on a path of joy and enchantment.
A 9-Wk Live Session Course of Study
The study of Astrology has been a topic of interest and mystery from Ancient times. The relationship between the stars and planets at one’s time of birth and the impact of those celestial bodies on the course of a lifetime has been debated and disputed, but the scientific facts based on astronomy and its findings have uncannily been in support of many of the theory surrounding astrology.
This 9-wk series will provide the core concepts, definitions and basic understanding of an astrological (or natal) chart. You will use your individual natal chart as starting point of analysis and reference.
Topics will include:
• An Overview of Astrology as Science and Mystery
• The Astrological Signs of the Zodiac
• The Houses
• The Ruling Planets
• Aspects and more
Weekly Homework includes:
• Glossary Building
• Natal Chart Observation/Meditation (Topic Related)
• Reading (optional). If you wish to follow along with the reading assignments, please acquire a copy of:
The Only Way to Learn Astrology by Marion D. March and Joan McEvers
Length: 2.5 hrs. per session
Session One
FEE: $25
Course Overview of the Language and Tools of Astrology and Preparation for Study
Session One includes all of the handouts needed for that session’s work as well as additional resources that will be used throughout the course. We begin our studies with a Self-Test to see what your baseline of knowledge is.
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Sessions Two – Nine
FEE: $15 per session
A New Session In the Series will be Added every two-three weeks to allow for time to process and work with the information.
Session Two: The Astrological Signs- Part 1
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Session Three: The Astrological Signs- Part 2
Session Four: The Planets- Part 1
Self-Test #2
Session Five: The Planets- Part 2
Session Six: The Houses- Part 1
Self-Test # 3
Session Seven: The Houses- Part 2
Session Eight: Aspects, Asteroids and the Nodes
Self-Test #4
Session Nine: Chart Delineation
Final Test
Additional Resources Included:
Sample Astrological Report
Recommended Reading
Additional Correspondences
Sample Astrological Ritual
Length: 5hrs.
FEE: $50
This workshop moves through the cards of the Major Arcana as metaphors for our spiritual journey and application of the “Journey of the Fool”. Each card is explored in poetic representation and through pathworking to reveal the underlying theme of transformation and deeper understanding that may be used in practical application both our mundane and spiritual paths. We will discuss the psychological interface of each of the cards and their individual archetypal energies.
The class will conclude with a Pathworking, allowing each participant to attune to the energies of a randomly selected card.
Note:
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