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Official Publication of the Reformed Druids 1 Earrach YGR 06 — Vol. 10 Nos.2 & 3 |
Message from the Editor
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Blessings to everyone! As you may of noticed, the Druid’s Egg has not been forthcoming this year, and – upon much meditation and communication with my Guides – I have decided to put the publication on hiatus for the whole of 2012. I’ve been doing the Egg for 10 years now, 4 times per year, and it’s time for a break. The publication will likely commence on Imbolc of 2013 if my life is in a state to support that work by then. Until then, I will keep the contributions that have been sent to me and use them next year… I’m sure you all know that for the past couple of years (especially) I have been dealing with an overwhelming amount of stuff, resulting in health issues (both mine and El’s) and falling way behind in other responsibilities and projects and just plain wanting to spend more time “being” instead of “doing”. I want to tie up some loose ends and turn way more inward this year to heal on all levels… In the meantime, I will take on some of El’s Clerkly duties like processing new memberships into the database, etc., until we can find someone to take his place. I will continue to perform ordinations, weddings, some mentoring, and other Archdruidly duties as well, plus I still teach occasional classes in Reiki, astrology, numerology, Tarot, etc. – but not as often this year. I also want to do some more SEO for Avalon Risen, which is what supports our websites and helps with living expenses – and I haven’t had any time to do that for quite a while now, but all in moderation… So while I still have a few things to “do”, I am striving to find a balance in my life so I can spend more time in Nature just “being”, and healing. I have been receiving this inner guidance for quite a while now, and kept putting it off…but I am finally listening now… I’m sure after this hiatus from some of the work I’ve been doing, I will have much more energy and much more to offer to everyone, so I hope you will all bear with me and understand… Thanks for all your support and caring I’ve already received from you, and know that you are all loved and much appreciated! Seasonal blessings, |
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Growing Closerby
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WE ARE THE GOVERNMENT. “WE THE PEOPLE…”
What happens in Washington, WE make that happen. Yes, we’ve lost track of things, and yes, and few very rich guys have taken over a few things, but WE THE PEOPLE are still in control, and those of us who use magick can take it all back. Capitalism is an imperfect system if allowed to just run on it’s own, will allow countless people to starve to death. WE THE PEOPLE — WE THE COLLECTIVE THAT GOVERNS THESE UNITED STATES — we know that if one man is homeless, if one child is hungry, if one person lacks an income WE ALL SUFFER for that. Individualism It’s simple: when my mitral valve failed and had to be replaced, so did yours. So did everyones. Everyone is connected — no one is separate, and that is why we have welfare and food stamps, and why most of the world enjoys free healthcare, and free public education, and much much more (and yes we here should too). WE THE PEOPLE can take it back, and make this country what it was destined to be — no the United States of (North) America — the United States of the World. Yes, ONE WORLD GOVERNMENT — by the people, for the people, for WE THE PEOPLE. Do you honestly believe that the Constitution was written for just 13 states? It When Adam and I wrote the Pledge, we had exactly this in mind. I will tell you this, because of the magick inherent in those words: WE THE PEOPLE — if you are against this government, you are against us. Because WE THE PEOPLE ARE THE GOVERNMENT. It’s time to take it back. WE WILL. May the FOREST be with you always, Rev. Druid *Ellis “Sybok” Arseneau, Patriarch *AKA, “Sybok Pendderwydd” Hook up with El on Facebook: http:// facebook.com/redwood.eagle |
Dispatches from RDG’s
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Mother Grove of the Reformed Druids of Gaia Lot’s of stuff happened in this year so far: Ellis Arseneau, Patriarch of Order of the Mithril Star, had his mitral valve replaced on February 20th (that’s open heart surgery folks). They found what they thought was a bleeder, post-op, so they opened up his chest a second time. El is recovering well, although full recover on these things is expected to take a year, + or – a few months. By the way, and in case you were wondering, this is the main reason this is a combined issue of tthe Egg. Mother Grove members Patrick and Shauna Mayfield moved from Humboldt County to Colorado on a missionary mission to form a new Grove in the Rocky Mountans. We wish them well, but we’re are sad to see them go. The Mother Grove made the decision that hence forth, membership in the Reformed Druids of Gaia would be FREE. In fact, the RDG will not be soliciting any donations or charging any initiation fees what so ever. This happened as a result of a dispute between ourselves and Paypal (whom we have been with since 2000 without ever having a problems), involving our tax exempt status, and involving that we used the same account to solicit funds on the OMS site as well as the RDG one (FYI: we know that a disgruntled ex-member put Paypal up to this, and we know who he is. Karma will be swift). 1) As stated in the IRS code, and at http://www.reformed-druids.org/?q=node/28, we ARE in fact a tax exempt organization — all religious groups are, defacto, but we are not a 501(3)c group. The reference above explains why we aren’t, and why we don’t ever wish to be, but Paypal had other ideas, and for a few days, while they investigated things and waited for a ruling from the IRS our Paypal account was frozen. 2) A question was raised that OMS and RDG appeared to be one and the same, but that was dismissed when it was pointed out that, for example, the Catholic Church has many subordinate Orders as well (such as the Jesuits, the Franciscans etc.) Ultimately Paypal took our side, and our account has been reinstated, but I am doubting it will get much use any more. This new policy will also have the affect of RDG spreading like weeds, as we no longer have to decline memberships based upon a lack of an intiation fee payment. The Senior Clerk has already processed 10 new memberships, and the new policy was only started a few days ago. So in a sense our disgruntled ex-brother did us a favor. Thank You! To recap: Membership in the 1st Order is free.
And next year in Dryad’s Realm! In Gaia,
Colorado Springs, CO: Official website – http://www.circleofstones.us Twitter – http://twitter.com/CircleofStones9 COS Blog – http://thecircleofstones.blogspot.com
RDG ProtoGrove, Agoura Hills, CA:
AD Michael
RDG Grove, Crossville, TN: The Crossville TN Grove became a full fledged Grove on April 17. Congraatulations to Rev Druid Penny Loki and the stalwart Druids under her care. Our online Family can be found at: http://bseriousseekersonly.runboard.com/
Web: http://www.reformed-druids.org/?q=node/8
Middleburg, FL: Till next time,
Although it’s not a “Grove”, the NoDaL still qualifies as an “autonomous collective” of the Reformed Druids of Gaia, and consists of all the 3rd Order Druids therein. The purpose of the NoDaL is to provide a space for Archdruids of the RDG Groves and Proto-Groves to discuss the many aspects of running a group of Druids, and provide advice and support for each other. They also act as the “legislative” branch of the RDG – creating policy as needed. Some notable legislation passed by the NoDaL: April 16, 2012: Adopted a consensus voting system, as spelled out thusly: April 16, 2012: It was voted that the Crossville TN Grove be elevated from “Proto-Grove” status to full Grove status by virtue of the fact that it is basically a prison ministry, with no chance of all the usual requirements ever being met, and by virture of it’s longevity (several years). It is also one, if not the, largest Groves in the Reform. March 3, 2012: It was voted that a certain applicant for membership, and who also had applied to start a Grove in the RDG be denied membership based on the fact that he is a registered sex offender. January 14, 2012.: Reinstated Stranger In A Strange Land as a required reading for completion of The Druid Path course. This included reinstatement of the previously deleted material that relates to SiaSL, and questions on the Midterm. The NoDaL took this action in order to strengthen our historical connection to the Order of the Mithril Star, and to give a foundation to some of our customary greetings and ritual blessings such as, “Thou art God,””Drink deep,””Never thirst,” etc. December 22, 2011: Acquisition of the Seren Derwydd (for 2nd Order) and the Treskelle (for 3rd Order) was made optional for new candidates because these pieces of jewelry became too expensive from our present vendor. This is a temporary action until we can find an alternate vendor or a manufacturer that can produce the same designs at less cost. June 15, 2011: It was decided that 2nd and 3rd Order members of the RDNA and NRDNA who joined RDG would be required to pay the same lifetime initiation fee as anyone else, and complete The Druid Path course. They would not have to be re-ordained, nor would 3rd Order members have to revigil. January 18, 2011: The NoDaL voted that From this point forward, new members of the 3rd Order are required to participate in the NoDaL. January 17, 2011: The NoDaL voted to change the names of the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Degrees to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Orders. Nov 22, 2010: The NoDaL voted to close down the RDG “YABB” Board due to lack of usage by members. We continue to search for an alternative to Yahoo Groups. Jan 20, 2010: The NoDaL voted to move the Honorary Druids page from the OMS website to the RDG website. The members of the Nemeton request that anyone interested in having input in RDG policy, please share their concerns or suggestions. You may write the NoDaL at senior.clerk@reformed-druids.org
Philadelphia, PA: Looking to our ancestors and the ancients, Aelvenstar Druids respect all life and receive inspiration from Nature and the heavens. We believe it is the natural state of Mankind to live in harmony with Nature. and that it is our responsibility to respect and protect the Earth. As activists, it is our responsibility to do our part collectively and individually to heal the environment. Emphasizing development through the practice of Druidcraft, focus is placed upon personal growth through the development of body, mind, and spirit. Through study, discussions, rituals, retreats, fellowship, and meditation, a spiritual framework is provided through which Druids may further develop themselves. Aelvenstar Grove holds eight celebrations a year, on the solstices, equinoxes, and cross quarter festivals. We sometimes meet on other occasions for outings and initiations. Online meetings and initiations are held too, as some members live a distance away. We welcome new members of all backgrounds who love nature and seek Courses available: The Druid Path v15 Website: http://www.aelvenstargrove.org Email contact at: http://www.reformed-druids.org/?q=node/19 For more information about Reformed Druidism, visit http://reformed-druids.org
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