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Comparison between
the RDG and the RDNA
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RDG
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RDNA/NRDNA
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Established in 2006, to foster spiritual growth and enlightenment, and in recognition of the Reform's growth throughout the world.
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Established in 1963 to protest rule requiring mandatory attendance at religious services at a small midwestern college.
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Same rich tradition as RDNA, but little history.
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Rich history and tradition.
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Actual membership census is known and kept track of. |
Actual membership census, at best, an educated guess. |
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You pay a one-time initiation fee of $19 (sliding scale) to register.
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No fees, no dues - FREE
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No ordination required for 1st Order
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Ordination required for 1st Order
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Meaningful self-initiation for 2nd Order
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College style hazing required for 2nd Degree, involving over-indulgence with whisky.
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Priest need not be physically present for 3rd Order Ordination (Can happen by phone or chat-room).
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A priest must show up in person at your vigil to ordain you following it (You must also buy them breakfast).
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You can be ordained anytime of the year.
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Ordinations not allowed during "Season of Sleep."
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Groves & Orders are autonomous. |
Groves & Orders are autonomous. |
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Existing Orders are very pro-active, guiding individual members toward spiritual growth and offering opportunities for advancement.
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Many existing Orders are not very active.
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Recognized leaders and International oversight committee. |
Leaders in Groves only. No oversight. |
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Intentionally international in vision and membership, with members and Groves existing in 9 countries throughout the world.
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Although members and Groves exist in 4 countries, vision is limited to North America.
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Members of other Druid groups who join RDG given credit for past ordinations, vigils etc.
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Members of other Druid groups who join RDNA required to be re-ordained, go through vigil again , etc.
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