Our Lady of the Earth and Sky invites all to join us for Concentric Circles 2018!
Join us for a day of rituals, workshops, potluck dinner, indoor swimming, and celebration!
Date: Saturday, February 24, 1:00 pm – 10:45 pm
Where: 23301 NE Redmond-Fall City Road, Redmond, 98053 (see directions below)
Requested Donation: $15 for ages 13 and older; we're not requesting donations for those 12 or younger
Founded in 1998, Concentric Circles is an annual, all-day event where OLOTEAS invites other regional Pagan groups to present workshops and rituals.
Groups that present at Concentric Circles are either open to the public or occasionally take new members and/or offer instruction. Concentric Circles is a wonderful opportunity to sample the Pagan possibilities in our broader Washington community!
This year also features our "Get Your Goat" silent auction, running from 1-7pm. Show your support for OLOTEAS by bidding on a selection of fantastic items donated by our community!
Concentric Circles, February 24, 2018:
11:00 – 12:30 Voluntary Site Stewardship (Please don’t arrive before 1PM unless you are volunteering)
1:00 Doors Open, Opening Circle (Stone Circle)
1:00 – 7:00 "Get Your Goat" Silent Auction (Living Room)
1:30 – 2:30 Workshop: “Yoda Was Right, the Force Is Real” (Library)
Janice Van Cleve, Women of the Goddess Circle
1:30 – 3:00 Workshop: “How Candle Magick Works – Make Your Own Candle Spell” (Blockhouse then Front Lawn)
Phoenix Silverstar, Aquarian Tabernacle Church
2:00 – 10:00 Healing Temple Opens (Shrine)
OLOTEAS and community volunteers
2:30 – 3:30 Presentation: “Crowley’s Rites of Eleusis: A Different Mystery Altogether” (Blockhouse)
Jon Sewell and Melissa Holm, Eleusyve Productions
3:00 – 4:00 Druidric Concentric Circles Awen Ritual (Stone Circle)
Circle of Coll, Seed Group (OBOD)
3:30 – 4:30 Presentation: “Ceremonial Thelemic Ritual (Star Ruby and Liber Reguli)” (Library)
Ordo Templi Orientis (OTO) – Horizon Lodge
4:00 – 5:00 Kids' Class: “Magic of Music and Sound” (Kids' Room)
Ruthie, OLOTEAS
Growing Up Pagan Class: “Deity Archetypes” (last 15 minutes)
4:00 – 5:30 Workshop: “Intro to Ki Energy: Taking Your Energy Work to the Next Level” (Blockhouse)
Rich, Sean Ciall Sword Circle
4:30 – 5:30 The Oracles of Delphi - A Divination Ritual (Stone Circle)
The Keepers of the Gate Coven, Aquarian Tabernacle Church
5:30 – 6:00 Presentation: “Reform Paganism and Its Vision of Pagan Renewal” (Blockhouse)
Kansas Stanton, Reform Paganism
6:00 – 7:00 Potluck Feast (Living Room)
Eat & Greet (Library)
7:00 – 8:00 Fires of Brigid Ritual (Blockhouse - Note: This ritual is skyclad for all participants)
Sean Ciall
8:00 – 9:00 Metron Ariston Ritual (Stone Circle)
Ananda and Morgan, OLOTEAS
8:30 – 10:30 Presentation: “The Humoural Medicines, The Temperament of Plants” (Blockhouse)
Spagyricus School of Alchemy
9:00 – 10:00 Presentation: “The History of Astrology” (Library)
C.G. Dahlin
10:00 Clean Up Begins
10:30 Closing Circle (Stone Circle)
10:45 Doors Close
11:00am – 12:30pm Voluntary Site Stewardship (with Bobby)
What is it? An opportunity to help the Longhouse residents care for the site they generously share with us. It's a chance to get to know some OLOTEAS staff and other volunteers a little better, observe the changing season and wildlife before the site opens, help by volunteering your work, and have fun knowing your time is well spent supporting the Longhouse. We'll also feed you lunch!
(Please don’t arrive before 1PM unless you are volunteering – thank you!)
1:00pm – 7:00pm "Get Your Goat" Silent Auction (Living Room)
Show your support for OLOTEAS by bidding on a selection of fantastic items donated by our community!
2:00pm – 10:00pm Healing Temple Opens (Shrine)
OLOTEAS and community volunteers
The Healing Temple will be available for rest, refreshment, and healing throughout the event. Come by if you feel ungrounded, want help processing the energy and experiences of the event, or if you just want a calm place to relax.
Ritual/Workshop Blurbs (Chronological)
1:30 – 2:30 Workshop: “Yoda Was Right, the Force Is Real” (Library)
Janice Van Cleve, Women of the Goddess Circle
Yoda was right. The Force is real – but it is not divine. Did Goddess or God create us in Their image or did we create Them in our image? This presentation is a walk on the wild side of mythology, physics, and maybe even a little psychology.
2:00 – 3:00 Workshop: “How Candle Magick Works – Make Your Own Candle Spell” (Front Lawn)
Phoenix Silverstar, Aquarian Tabernacle Church
This workshop covers the ethics of magic and how to make your spell work. Then we put it all together and make your own Candle Spell right here! The participants can select a colored or white candle, there are tools available for carving symbols and soft crayons for coloring the symbols. There are oils available for anointing the candles.
2:30 – 3:30 Presentation: “Crowley’s Rites of Eleusis: A Different Mystery Altogether” (Blockhouse)
Jon Sewell and Melissa Holm, Eleusyve Productions
The Eleusinian Mysteries were initiatory ceremonies held every year for the cult of Demeter and Persephone based at Eleusis in ancient Greece. Of all the mysteries celebrated in ancient times, these were held by many to be the ones of greatest importance. These secret rites, ceremonies, and beliefs were preserved for thousands of years for the men and women of all classes who attended, and arguably, represented the quintessential Mystery experience of what Aleister Crowley would later label the “Old Aeon.”
Drawing from this idea, Crowley developed his own version for the “New Aeon.” His Rites of Eleusis are a series of seven plays, each centered on one of the classical planets of antiquity. They present a study of Kabbalistic, astrological, and alchemical relationships illustrated through theatrical ritual presentations. They were performed in 1910 to, shall we say, “mixed reviews,” and then mostly disappeared until they were re-discovered in the 1980s and this quickly became the focal point for years of community growth and magickal exploration. Join us as we dig a little deeper into this story and explore the ways that Crowley’s Rites of Eleusis have evolved through the last 35 years.
3:00 – 4:00 Druidric Concentric Circles Awen Ritual (Stone Circle)
Circle of Coll, Seed Group (OBOD)
Please join us for this very special ritual where we will gather to hear of the wisdom of concentric circles, to acknowledge and raise energy for those individuals, communities, and bodies of water and earth and sky that are in need renewal of concentric sacredness.
3:30 – 4:30 Presentation: “Ceremonial Thelemic Ritual (Star Ruby and Liber Reguli)” (Library)
Ordo Templi Orientis (OTO) – Horizon Lodge
Members of Horizon Lodge O.T.O will be performing two of Aleister Crowley's rituals: THE STAR RUBY and LIBER REGULI. Afterwards there will also be discussion on the rituals and their place in a Thelemic Magickal practice. Presentation members are Kellen Barber, Jim Luceno, and Anastasia Alexandros.
4:00 – 5:00 Kids’ Class: “Magic of Music and Sound” (Kids’ Room)
Ruthie, OLOTEAS
Why does your favorite song make you feel better? Why does a chalkboard make us cringe? Music and sound is a part of our everyday life, not to mention one of the most fun ways to play and celebrate! Younglings are welcome to bring an instrument of their own if they want to share a talent, but there will also be many other instruments to explore.
Growing Up Pagan Class: “Deity Archetypes” (last 15 minutes)
This month Growing Up Pagan will be starting a series of classes about different pantheons. To start this series we will be talking about different deity archetypes.
4:00 – 5:30 Workshop: “Intro to Ki Energy: Taking Your Energy Work to the Next Level” (Blockhouse)
Rich, Sean Ciall Sword Circle
In traditional Asian cultures, Ki (also called Chi or Qi) is believed to be a vital force forming part of every living thing. It translates literally as “breath” but is often translated as “life force,” or “energy flow.” Ki is often described as a strong flow of energy that can be felt with or without physical contact. The strength of this flow can be varied at will, depending on one’s needs. Working with Ki often involves coordinated breathing, movement, trancework, awareness, and connection to the world and other people. Working with Ki often results in a high degree of Mind-Body coordination and freeing oneself from rigidity, and can equip one with the ability to better live in harmony with others.
This workshop will focus on:
1) Understanding similarities and differences between Ki and western magical energy work
2) Discussion on how you can use Ki to supplement and enhance your magical energy work
3) How Ki can provide enhanced protection from physical and psychic attacks
4) Demonstrations of Ki energy
5) A guided visualization to connect with your internal Ki and be able to call it as needed
4:30 – 5:30 The Oracles of Delphi - A Divination Ritual (Stone Circle)
The Keepers of the Gate Coven, Aquarian Tabernacle Church
Have you ever wanted to speak to the Oracle of Delphi? Do you need help finding answers to pressing questions? The Aquarian Tabernacle Church presents a divination ritual! Come see what the Oracle has to say to you!
5:30 – 6:00 Presentation: “Reform Paganism and Its Vision of Pagan Renewal” (Blockhouse)
Kansas Stanton, Reform Paganism
This presentation will stand as an introduction to Reform Paganism with who we are, what we believe and how we practice, and what our vision is for the future of Paganism and the world we all share.
6:00 – 7:00 Potluck Feast (Living Room)
Bring a dinner dish to share for a potluck dinner for all. Compostable feast gear provided. Please note you cannot prepare meat on kitchen counters (pre-cooked meat ok). Reminder, no alcohol on site.
Eat & Greet (Library): Bring your dinner to the meditation room for a casual networking session during the potluck to connect with others and build community.
7:00 – 8:00 Fires of Brigid Ritual (Blockhouse - Note: This ritual is skyclad for all participants)
Sean Ciall
Join us as we seek the blessings of Brigid through the magick of Song. This ritual is skyclad for all participants.
8:00 – 9:00 Metron Ariston Ritual (Stone Circle)
Ananda and Morgan, OLOTEAS
Metron Ariston, where size doesn’t matter. Small actions have great effects. And great powers are not beyond our scope. You can converse with a giant star or a tiny mitochondrion. A ritual drawn from the works of Madeleine L’Engle.
8:30 – 10:30 Presentation: “The Humoural Medicines, The Temperament of Plants” (Blockhouse)
Spagyricus School of Alchemy
The topic of this presentation concerns an ongoing laboratory research project investigating the Elemental and Humoral constitution of medicinal herbs as given by classical sources. The methodology employs modern thermogravimetric analysis combined with the classical “analysis by fire” or “Spagyric anatomy” as described by alchemists from at least the time of Jabir ibn Hayyan (circa 800 CE) and the center of a great debate on the nature of the elements in the 17th century.
The presentation will include a short examination of the development of elemental theory as applied to medicine with an introduction to the four humors or humoral medicine practiced for over a thousand years, and indeed still practiced in parts of the world. The main focus of interest is in how materials were tested to assign their temperament. The laboratory methods used, the methods of data reduction, and future possibilities will all be discussed.
9:00 – 10:00 Presentation: “The History of Astrology” (Library)
C.G. Dahlin
Astrology in the modern day is typically a topic that is easily scoffed at. Viewer-starved magazines and institutionalized religions, most notably Christianity, have spent years tarnishing this system of beliefs that predate all modern religions. This presentation elaborates on the history of astrology, from its beginnings to its modern misunderstandings. This includes its many different forms, its later suppression, and its more clandestine use today. This is all to say that astrology is much more profound than we've all been led to believe.
Thank you to the 2018 Concentric Circles presenters!
Organization Blurbs (Alphabetical)
Aquarian Tabernacle Church
The Aquarian Tabernacle Church is an international organization of Wiccan Covens, Churches, and supporting organizations. We are a facilitating body that helps Wiccan and Pagan groups, locally and around the world, have access to big church resources. We organize and facilitate Pagan organizations such as Woolston-Steen Theological Seminary (WiccanSeminary.edu) and Spiral Scouts (SpiralScouts.org) to name a few. We also host Spring Mysteries Festival, a continuation of the ancient Greek rites of Eleusis from 3000 years ago. The Aquarian Tabernacle Church is world-renowned for this work and is considered the only formal religious organization to take up the work from the ancient masters. The Mother Church world headquarters are in Index, WA. We invite you to join us at public events on the first and third Saturday of the month. atcwicca.org
Workshop Presenter: Phoenix Silverstar is a 2nd degree High Priestess in the WISE tradition of the Aquarian Tabernacle Church. She was born and grew up in Sweden, is a U.S. citizen since many years, and lives part-time in India, part-time in the U.S. Phoenix holds a Master's degree in Wiccan Ministry with an education concentration from Woolston-Steen Theological Seminary (WSTS), after first having earned the Bachelor's degree in Wiccan Ministry from WSTS, and is in the doctoral program. In the mundane world, Phoenix holds a B.Sc. in Mathematics/Physics, an M.A. and a Ph.D. in Physics, and a M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (Computer Architecture). Phoenix has a special passion for helping anyone who is interested use the simple techniques of candle magic.
Ritual Presenter: The Keepers of the Gate Coven – ATC Intl. is the mother coven of the Aquarian Tabernacle Church Intl. We host two regular monthly public events on the first and third Saturday of every month. Cassie Gendlek, the High Priestess of the coven, and Lord Dusty Dionne, the coven's High Priest, welcome you to visit and commune with us in a warm, accepting, and openly Pagan world, nestled in the mountains of Index, WA.
C. G. Dahlin
C.G. Dahlin has been hired across the States to speak on counter-cultural topics. His presentations have included poetics, philosophy, gender studies, religion, and astrology. In addition, Dahlin is also a writer, painter, teacher, and editor.
Circle of Coll
The Circle of Coll is a Seattle-based Seed Group of the Order of Bards, Ovates, and Druids. We facilitate events posted on the Seattle Druid Meetup (http://www.meetup.com/druid-232/) and provide public outreach activities for those with an enthusiasm for Druidry. circleofcoll.org
Eleusyve Productions
Eleusyve Productions is a fringe theater group based in Seattle, Washington. Our goal at Eleusyve Productions is to present Aleister Crowley's Rites of Eleusis (a series of seven planetary ritual plays) as musical theater pieces in a manner that will render them more fully accessible to a broad audience, using music, light, dance, and drama to enhance the poetry and symmetry of the original works. We also strive to make completed productions available in as many formats and to as many markets as possible, to more widely circulate our artistic interpretations of this material. Please visit us at www.ritesofeleusis.com
Growing Up Pagan
Growing Up Pagan is a fifteen-minute class at the end of each OLOTEAS kids' class that is created and taught by a group of young adults in the community who were raised Pagan themselves. Our goal is to give young Pagan kids an opportunity to learn about Pagan faith from other people who grew up in the OLOTEAS community.
Ordo Templi Orientis (OTO) – Horizon Lodge
Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law. The letters O.T.O. stand for Ordo Templi Orientis, the Order of Oriental Templars, or Order of the Temple of the East. O.T.O. is dedicated to the high purpose of securing the Liberty of the Individual and his or her advancement in Light, Wisdom, Understanding, Knowledge, and Power through Beauty, Courage, and Wit, on the Foundation of Universal Brotherhood.
We are a Magickal, Fraternal, Religious, and Philosophical Order organized as such by Aleister Crowley. The structure of O.T.O., like that of Freemasonry and the Ancient Mystery Schools, is based on a series of initiations or degrees. Ecclesia Gnostica Catholica (E.G.C.), is the ecclesiastical arm of Ordo Templi Orientis, through which we perform our Public religious rites and celebrations such as The Gnostic Mass.
The O.T.O is an International Organization. Horizon Lodge is the local body of O.T.O here in Seattle. Love is the law, love under will. seattle-oto.org
Our Lady of the Earth and Sky (OLOTEAS)
Our Lady of the Earth and Sky (OLOTEAS) is a non-denominational Pagan church. We are a volunteer-run, non-profit religious organization providing family-oriented Pagan religious services and workshops since 1995. We are dedicated to promoting religious tolerance and freedom and environmental sustainability. oloteas.org
Reform Paganism
Reform Pagans are earnest seekers on purposeful spiritual quests within the broader spiritual journey of all of humanity and we practice within our five inter-traditional areas of Earth, Air, Fire, Water, and Spirit. We come from a variety of spiritual traditions, but regardless of our individual specifics of belief and practice, we view humans as spiritual animals and Paganism as humanity’s once and future faith. We think that Paganism has the power to transform the world for the better, and our mission is to manifest this vision. paganrenewal.org
Sean Ciall
The Cascadian Sean Ciall community is made up of three intertwined circles of magick; Sword, Song, and Spell. Based on the witchcraft of the Gaels, we honor our ancestors by incorporating their language and ways into our rituals while also adapting to the needs of modern witches. We are a skyclad (clad in the sky or naked) tradition so be sure to check if a workshop or ritual requires being skyclad and choose what’s best for you. We meet throughout the year. Find our group on Facebook to learn more. seanciall.org
Spagyricus School of Alchemy
A unique School teaching Practical Alchemy according to the Work of the 15th-century physician and alchemist Paracelsus, creating powerful tinctures using the principles of Alchemy and the Three Essentials. Taught by world-renowned author and alchemist Robert Allen Bartlett, chemist and former student of Frater Albertus, and the PRS and former chief chemist and Director of Research at Paralab. spagyricus.com
Women of the Goddess Circle
The Women Of The Goddess Circle is a feminist Pagan community of women in the Dianic tradition of Wicca. We mark the eight Sabbats of the year with like-minded adult women. We seek thereby to strengthen our connection to the Goddess, to share that connection with others, and to give meaning to our lives as the Wheel of the Year turns. We are open to all adult women. wwww.wotg.doodlekit.com Contact: Janice Van Cleve - janicevc@seanet.com
Join us for a day of rituals, workshops, potluck dinner, indoor swimming, and celebration!
Date: Saturday, February 24, 1:00 pm – 10:45 pm
Where: 23301 NE Redmond-Fall City Road, Redmond, 98053 (see directions below)
Requested Donation: $15 for ages 13 and older; we're not requesting donations for those 12 or younger
Founded in 1998, Concentric Circles is an annual, all-day event where OLOTEAS invites other regional Pagan groups to present workshops and rituals.
Groups that present at Concentric Circles are either open to the public or occasionally take new members and/or offer instruction. Concentric Circles is a wonderful opportunity to sample the Pagan possibilities in our broader Washington community!
This year also features our "Get Your Goat" silent auction, running from 1-7pm. Show your support for OLOTEAS by bidding on a selection of fantastic items donated by our community!
Concentric Circles, February 24, 2018:
11:00 – 12:30 Voluntary Site Stewardship (Please don’t arrive before 1PM unless you are volunteering)
1:00 Doors Open, Opening Circle (Stone Circle)
1:00 – 7:00 "Get Your Goat" Silent Auction (Living Room)
1:30 – 2:30 Workshop: “Yoda Was Right, the Force Is Real” (Library)
Janice Van Cleve, Women of the Goddess Circle
1:30 – 3:00 Workshop: “How Candle Magick Works – Make Your Own Candle Spell” (Blockhouse then Front Lawn)
Phoenix Silverstar, Aquarian Tabernacle Church
2:00 – 10:00 Healing Temple Opens (Shrine)
OLOTEAS and community volunteers
2:30 – 3:30 Presentation: “Crowley’s Rites of Eleusis: A Different Mystery Altogether” (Blockhouse)
Jon Sewell and Melissa Holm, Eleusyve Productions
3:00 – 4:00 Druidric Concentric Circles Awen Ritual (Stone Circle)
Circle of Coll, Seed Group (OBOD)
3:30 – 4:30 Presentation: “Ceremonial Thelemic Ritual (Star Ruby and Liber Reguli)” (Library)
Ordo Templi Orientis (OTO) – Horizon Lodge
4:00 – 5:00 Kids' Class: “Magic of Music and Sound” (Kids' Room)
Ruthie, OLOTEAS
Growing Up Pagan Class: “Deity Archetypes” (last 15 minutes)
4:00 – 5:30 Workshop: “Intro to Ki Energy: Taking Your Energy Work to the Next Level” (Blockhouse)
Rich, Sean Ciall Sword Circle
4:30 – 5:30 The Oracles of Delphi - A Divination Ritual (Stone Circle)
The Keepers of the Gate Coven, Aquarian Tabernacle Church
5:30 – 6:00 Presentation: “Reform Paganism and Its Vision of Pagan Renewal” (Blockhouse)
Kansas Stanton, Reform Paganism
6:00 – 7:00 Potluck Feast (Living Room)
Eat & Greet (Library)
7:00 – 8:00 Fires of Brigid Ritual (Blockhouse - Note: This ritual is skyclad for all participants)
Sean Ciall
8:00 – 9:00 Metron Ariston Ritual (Stone Circle)
Ananda and Morgan, OLOTEAS
8:30 – 10:30 Presentation: “The Humoural Medicines, The Temperament of Plants” (Blockhouse)
Spagyricus School of Alchemy
9:00 – 10:00 Presentation: “The History of Astrology” (Library)
C.G. Dahlin
10:00 Clean Up Begins
10:30 Closing Circle (Stone Circle)
10:45 Doors Close
11:00am – 12:30pm Voluntary Site Stewardship (with Bobby)
What is it? An opportunity to help the Longhouse residents care for the site they generously share with us. It's a chance to get to know some OLOTEAS staff and other volunteers a little better, observe the changing season and wildlife before the site opens, help by volunteering your work, and have fun knowing your time is well spent supporting the Longhouse. We'll also feed you lunch!
(Please don’t arrive before 1PM unless you are volunteering – thank you!)
1:00pm – 7:00pm "Get Your Goat" Silent Auction (Living Room)
Show your support for OLOTEAS by bidding on a selection of fantastic items donated by our community!
2:00pm – 10:00pm Healing Temple Opens (Shrine)
OLOTEAS and community volunteers
The Healing Temple will be available for rest, refreshment, and healing throughout the event. Come by if you feel ungrounded, want help processing the energy and experiences of the event, or if you just want a calm place to relax.
Ritual/Workshop Blurbs (Chronological)
1:30 – 2:30 Workshop: “Yoda Was Right, the Force Is Real” (Library)
Janice Van Cleve, Women of the Goddess Circle
Yoda was right. The Force is real – but it is not divine. Did Goddess or God create us in Their image or did we create Them in our image? This presentation is a walk on the wild side of mythology, physics, and maybe even a little psychology.
2:00 – 3:00 Workshop: “How Candle Magick Works – Make Your Own Candle Spell” (Front Lawn)
Phoenix Silverstar, Aquarian Tabernacle Church
This workshop covers the ethics of magic and how to make your spell work. Then we put it all together and make your own Candle Spell right here! The participants can select a colored or white candle, there are tools available for carving symbols and soft crayons for coloring the symbols. There are oils available for anointing the candles.
2:30 – 3:30 Presentation: “Crowley’s Rites of Eleusis: A Different Mystery Altogether” (Blockhouse)
Jon Sewell and Melissa Holm, Eleusyve Productions
The Eleusinian Mysteries were initiatory ceremonies held every year for the cult of Demeter and Persephone based at Eleusis in ancient Greece. Of all the mysteries celebrated in ancient times, these were held by many to be the ones of greatest importance. These secret rites, ceremonies, and beliefs were preserved for thousands of years for the men and women of all classes who attended, and arguably, represented the quintessential Mystery experience of what Aleister Crowley would later label the “Old Aeon.”
Drawing from this idea, Crowley developed his own version for the “New Aeon.” His Rites of Eleusis are a series of seven plays, each centered on one of the classical planets of antiquity. They present a study of Kabbalistic, astrological, and alchemical relationships illustrated through theatrical ritual presentations. They were performed in 1910 to, shall we say, “mixed reviews,” and then mostly disappeared until they were re-discovered in the 1980s and this quickly became the focal point for years of community growth and magickal exploration. Join us as we dig a little deeper into this story and explore the ways that Crowley’s Rites of Eleusis have evolved through the last 35 years.
3:00 – 4:00 Druidric Concentric Circles Awen Ritual (Stone Circle)
Circle of Coll, Seed Group (OBOD)
Please join us for this very special ritual where we will gather to hear of the wisdom of concentric circles, to acknowledge and raise energy for those individuals, communities, and bodies of water and earth and sky that are in need renewal of concentric sacredness.
3:30 – 4:30 Presentation: “Ceremonial Thelemic Ritual (Star Ruby and Liber Reguli)” (Library)
Ordo Templi Orientis (OTO) – Horizon Lodge
Members of Horizon Lodge O.T.O will be performing two of Aleister Crowley's rituals: THE STAR RUBY and LIBER REGULI. Afterwards there will also be discussion on the rituals and their place in a Thelemic Magickal practice. Presentation members are Kellen Barber, Jim Luceno, and Anastasia Alexandros.
4:00 – 5:00 Kids’ Class: “Magic of Music and Sound” (Kids’ Room)
Ruthie, OLOTEAS
Why does your favorite song make you feel better? Why does a chalkboard make us cringe? Music and sound is a part of our everyday life, not to mention one of the most fun ways to play and celebrate! Younglings are welcome to bring an instrument of their own if they want to share a talent, but there will also be many other instruments to explore.
Growing Up Pagan Class: “Deity Archetypes” (last 15 minutes)
This month Growing Up Pagan will be starting a series of classes about different pantheons. To start this series we will be talking about different deity archetypes.
4:00 – 5:30 Workshop: “Intro to Ki Energy: Taking Your Energy Work to the Next Level” (Blockhouse)
Rich, Sean Ciall Sword Circle
In traditional Asian cultures, Ki (also called Chi or Qi) is believed to be a vital force forming part of every living thing. It translates literally as “breath” but is often translated as “life force,” or “energy flow.” Ki is often described as a strong flow of energy that can be felt with or without physical contact. The strength of this flow can be varied at will, depending on one’s needs. Working with Ki often involves coordinated breathing, movement, trancework, awareness, and connection to the world and other people. Working with Ki often results in a high degree of Mind-Body coordination and freeing oneself from rigidity, and can equip one with the ability to better live in harmony with others.
This workshop will focus on:
1) Understanding similarities and differences between Ki and western magical energy work
2) Discussion on how you can use Ki to supplement and enhance your magical energy work
3) How Ki can provide enhanced protection from physical and psychic attacks
4) Demonstrations of Ki energy
5) A guided visualization to connect with your internal Ki and be able to call it as needed
4:30 – 5:30 The Oracles of Delphi - A Divination Ritual (Stone Circle)
The Keepers of the Gate Coven, Aquarian Tabernacle Church
Have you ever wanted to speak to the Oracle of Delphi? Do you need help finding answers to pressing questions? The Aquarian Tabernacle Church presents a divination ritual! Come see what the Oracle has to say to you!
5:30 – 6:00 Presentation: “Reform Paganism and Its Vision of Pagan Renewal” (Blockhouse)
Kansas Stanton, Reform Paganism
This presentation will stand as an introduction to Reform Paganism with who we are, what we believe and how we practice, and what our vision is for the future of Paganism and the world we all share.
6:00 – 7:00 Potluck Feast (Living Room)
Bring a dinner dish to share for a potluck dinner for all. Compostable feast gear provided. Please note you cannot prepare meat on kitchen counters (pre-cooked meat ok). Reminder, no alcohol on site.
Eat & Greet (Library): Bring your dinner to the meditation room for a casual networking session during the potluck to connect with others and build community.
7:00 – 8:00 Fires of Brigid Ritual (Blockhouse - Note: This ritual is skyclad for all participants)
Sean Ciall
Join us as we seek the blessings of Brigid through the magick of Song. This ritual is skyclad for all participants.
8:00 – 9:00 Metron Ariston Ritual (Stone Circle)
Ananda and Morgan, OLOTEAS
Metron Ariston, where size doesn’t matter. Small actions have great effects. And great powers are not beyond our scope. You can converse with a giant star or a tiny mitochondrion. A ritual drawn from the works of Madeleine L’Engle.
8:30 – 10:30 Presentation: “The Humoural Medicines, The Temperament of Plants” (Blockhouse)
Spagyricus School of Alchemy
The topic of this presentation concerns an ongoing laboratory research project investigating the Elemental and Humoral constitution of medicinal herbs as given by classical sources. The methodology employs modern thermogravimetric analysis combined with the classical “analysis by fire” or “Spagyric anatomy” as described by alchemists from at least the time of Jabir ibn Hayyan (circa 800 CE) and the center of a great debate on the nature of the elements in the 17th century.
The presentation will include a short examination of the development of elemental theory as applied to medicine with an introduction to the four humors or humoral medicine practiced for over a thousand years, and indeed still practiced in parts of the world. The main focus of interest is in how materials were tested to assign their temperament. The laboratory methods used, the methods of data reduction, and future possibilities will all be discussed.
9:00 – 10:00 Presentation: “The History of Astrology” (Library)
C.G. Dahlin
Astrology in the modern day is typically a topic that is easily scoffed at. Viewer-starved magazines and institutionalized religions, most notably Christianity, have spent years tarnishing this system of beliefs that predate all modern religions. This presentation elaborates on the history of astrology, from its beginnings to its modern misunderstandings. This includes its many different forms, its later suppression, and its more clandestine use today. This is all to say that astrology is much more profound than we've all been led to believe.
Thank you to the 2018 Concentric Circles presenters!
Organization Blurbs (Alphabetical)
Aquarian Tabernacle Church
The Aquarian Tabernacle Church is an international organization of Wiccan Covens, Churches, and supporting organizations. We are a facilitating body that helps Wiccan and Pagan groups, locally and around the world, have access to big church resources. We organize and facilitate Pagan organizations such as Woolston-Steen Theological Seminary (WiccanSeminary.edu) and Spiral Scouts (SpiralScouts.org) to name a few. We also host Spring Mysteries Festival, a continuation of the ancient Greek rites of Eleusis from 3000 years ago. The Aquarian Tabernacle Church is world-renowned for this work and is considered the only formal religious organization to take up the work from the ancient masters. The Mother Church world headquarters are in Index, WA. We invite you to join us at public events on the first and third Saturday of the month. atcwicca.org
Workshop Presenter: Phoenix Silverstar is a 2nd degree High Priestess in the WISE tradition of the Aquarian Tabernacle Church. She was born and grew up in Sweden, is a U.S. citizen since many years, and lives part-time in India, part-time in the U.S. Phoenix holds a Master's degree in Wiccan Ministry with an education concentration from Woolston-Steen Theological Seminary (WSTS), after first having earned the Bachelor's degree in Wiccan Ministry from WSTS, and is in the doctoral program. In the mundane world, Phoenix holds a B.Sc. in Mathematics/Physics, an M.A. and a Ph.D. in Physics, and a M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (Computer Architecture). Phoenix has a special passion for helping anyone who is interested use the simple techniques of candle magic.
Ritual Presenter: The Keepers of the Gate Coven – ATC Intl. is the mother coven of the Aquarian Tabernacle Church Intl. We host two regular monthly public events on the first and third Saturday of every month. Cassie Gendlek, the High Priestess of the coven, and Lord Dusty Dionne, the coven's High Priest, welcome you to visit and commune with us in a warm, accepting, and openly Pagan world, nestled in the mountains of Index, WA.
C. G. Dahlin
C.G. Dahlin has been hired across the States to speak on counter-cultural topics. His presentations have included poetics, philosophy, gender studies, religion, and astrology. In addition, Dahlin is also a writer, painter, teacher, and editor.
Circle of Coll
The Circle of Coll is a Seattle-based Seed Group of the Order of Bards, Ovates, and Druids. We facilitate events posted on the Seattle Druid Meetup (http://www.meetup.com/druid-232/) and provide public outreach activities for those with an enthusiasm for Druidry. circleofcoll.org
Eleusyve Productions
Eleusyve Productions is a fringe theater group based in Seattle, Washington. Our goal at Eleusyve Productions is to present Aleister Crowley's Rites of Eleusis (a series of seven planetary ritual plays) as musical theater pieces in a manner that will render them more fully accessible to a broad audience, using music, light, dance, and drama to enhance the poetry and symmetry of the original works. We also strive to make completed productions available in as many formats and to as many markets as possible, to more widely circulate our artistic interpretations of this material. Please visit us at www.ritesofeleusis.com
Growing Up Pagan
Growing Up Pagan is a fifteen-minute class at the end of each OLOTEAS kids' class that is created and taught by a group of young adults in the community who were raised Pagan themselves. Our goal is to give young Pagan kids an opportunity to learn about Pagan faith from other people who grew up in the OLOTEAS community.
Ordo Templi Orientis (OTO) – Horizon Lodge
Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law. The letters O.T.O. stand for Ordo Templi Orientis, the Order of Oriental Templars, or Order of the Temple of the East. O.T.O. is dedicated to the high purpose of securing the Liberty of the Individual and his or her advancement in Light, Wisdom, Understanding, Knowledge, and Power through Beauty, Courage, and Wit, on the Foundation of Universal Brotherhood.
We are a Magickal, Fraternal, Religious, and Philosophical Order organized as such by Aleister Crowley. The structure of O.T.O., like that of Freemasonry and the Ancient Mystery Schools, is based on a series of initiations or degrees. Ecclesia Gnostica Catholica (E.G.C.), is the ecclesiastical arm of Ordo Templi Orientis, through which we perform our Public religious rites and celebrations such as The Gnostic Mass.
The O.T.O is an International Organization. Horizon Lodge is the local body of O.T.O here in Seattle. Love is the law, love under will. seattle-oto.org
Our Lady of the Earth and Sky (OLOTEAS)
Our Lady of the Earth and Sky (OLOTEAS) is a non-denominational Pagan church. We are a volunteer-run, non-profit religious organization providing family-oriented Pagan religious services and workshops since 1995. We are dedicated to promoting religious tolerance and freedom and environmental sustainability. oloteas.org
Reform Paganism
Reform Pagans are earnest seekers on purposeful spiritual quests within the broader spiritual journey of all of humanity and we practice within our five inter-traditional areas of Earth, Air, Fire, Water, and Spirit. We come from a variety of spiritual traditions, but regardless of our individual specifics of belief and practice, we view humans as spiritual animals and Paganism as humanity’s once and future faith. We think that Paganism has the power to transform the world for the better, and our mission is to manifest this vision. paganrenewal.org
Sean Ciall
The Cascadian Sean Ciall community is made up of three intertwined circles of magick; Sword, Song, and Spell. Based on the witchcraft of the Gaels, we honor our ancestors by incorporating their language and ways into our rituals while also adapting to the needs of modern witches. We are a skyclad (clad in the sky or naked) tradition so be sure to check if a workshop or ritual requires being skyclad and choose what’s best for you. We meet throughout the year. Find our group on Facebook to learn more. seanciall.org
Spagyricus School of Alchemy
A unique School teaching Practical Alchemy according to the Work of the 15th-century physician and alchemist Paracelsus, creating powerful tinctures using the principles of Alchemy and the Three Essentials. Taught by world-renowned author and alchemist Robert Allen Bartlett, chemist and former student of Frater Albertus, and the PRS and former chief chemist and Director of Research at Paralab. spagyricus.com
Women of the Goddess Circle
The Women Of The Goddess Circle is a feminist Pagan community of women in the Dianic tradition of Wicca. We mark the eight Sabbats of the year with like-minded adult women. We seek thereby to strengthen our connection to the Goddess, to share that connection with others, and to give meaning to our lives as the Wheel of the Year turns. We are open to all adult women. wwww.wotg.doodlekit.com Contact: Janice Van Cleve - janicevc@seanet.com
