Magick in Mundania
with
Oberon Zell Ravenheart

The seeds of our culture are found in the stories we tell. These shape us as
much as we shape them. Archetypal Magick (along with Witches and Wizards)
permeate our rich heritage of myths, legends, fantasy, and science-fiction.
And in turn, they sometimes leak out into our waking "reality" through
popular culture to become manifest in the mundane "real world"--as in the
ways our modern technology has been shaped by "Star Trek." Oberon has made a
virtual career out of bringing visions, fantasies, and legends to life: the
Church of All Worlds (from a sci-fi novel); living Unicorns; and now the
Grey School of Wizardry. In this presentation he will share his adventures
in walking between the worlds, and reveal his visions for the future.


Author Bio :
Oberon Zell-Ravenheart (1942-) is a renowned Wizard and elder in the worldwide magickal community. In 1962, he co-founded the Church of All Worlds, a Pagan church with a futuristic vision, and he has been involved in the founding of several other major groups and alliances. First to apply the terms “Pagan” and “Neo-Pagan” to the newly emerging Nature Religions of the 1960s, and through his publication of Green Egg magazine (1968-), Oberon was instrumental in the coalescence of the modern Pagan movement. In 1970, he had a profound Vision of the Living Earth which he published as an early version of “The Gaia Thesis.” Oberon is the primary artist of The Mythic Images Collection, producing beautiful jewelry and altar figurines of Gods, Goddesses, and mythological creatures. He is the author of Grimoire for the Apprentice Wizard, Companion for the Apprentice Wizard, Creating Circles & Ceremonies, and A Wizard’s Bestiary. He is also the Founder and Headmaster of the online Grey School of Wizardry. He has been called “The real Albus Dumbledore.”

Links:

Grey School of Wizardry: www.GreySchool.com
Mythic Images: www.MythicImages.com
Church of All Worlds: www.CAW.org
Green Egg magazine: www.GreenEggZine.com

SPIRIT COMMUNICATION WORKSHOP

Ever since that strange little kid in THE SIXTH SENSE uttered those spooky
words “I see dead people” popular culture has been fascinated with the
concept of spirit communication. Is it really possible to communicate with
those who have passed from the world of the living to the other side? Many
of us seem to think so, but the question that remains is how? Join Jimahl di
Fiosa, author of the popular new book "TALK TO ME, When The Dead Speak To
The Living" as he attempts to demystify the concept of spirit communication.
Learn simple techniques that anyone can use to communicate with those who
are no longer incarnate. Explore various techniques in a safe and supportive
environment including the spirit board, automatic writing, and much more.
What would you ask the dead if you could hear them speak?



JIMAHL BIO

Jimahl di Fiosa was initiated into Alexandrian witchcraft in 1988 and
considers that experience to be a major turning point in his life. Jimahl is
the author of the critically acclaimed book A VOICE IN THE FOREST, Spirit
Conversations with Alex Sanders and the newly released TALK TO ME, When The
Dead Speak To The Living. Jimahl's interest in the occult spans many years.
He has devoted his spiritual path to exploring the mysteries of the goddess
and to the preservation of the Craft for future generations. Areas of
special interest include spiritualism, tarot and ceremonial magick. He also
has a strong connection to the folklore and mystery of the Maya.

Jimahl resides near Salem, MA with his husband Karagan and their two
familiars, Storm and Charlie.

Jimahl is available for lectures, workshops, book signings and personal
appearances.

Opening Pandora's Box - The Book of Curses
There is perhaps a no more controversial subject in the world of witchcraft
than curses. The subject is taboo to many practitioners of the art
magical. Yet curses are as old as humankind. And pretending as if they
don't exist doesn't make them become less of a reality. In old world Europe
cursing is serious business - the ability is often passed from one
generation to another. Whether called the evil eye, a jinx, or a hex -
whether cast by the kindly old lady next door or the village "wise person"
no one is exempt from the power of a good curse. In this thrilling and
provocative workshop, you will learn what curses are, how they work, and by
understanding this dark art from the inside out be better prepared to defend
yourself.

KARAGAN BIO

An Alexandrian High Priest, Karagan is the host of the popular web radio
program "WitchTalk" which draws over 10,000 listeners from around the world
every week. He is also a pagan recording artist having released his
acclaimed CD "Chants of Old" in 2008 and is currently working on his second
album "Hymnos." Karagan was born and raised in Portugal and has been
schooled in the ways of witchery from a young age. He is also a
professionally-trained actor and director. He is the author of the
controversial new book "Katadesmoi - the Book of Curses."Karagan now makes
his home near Salem, MA with his husband,Jimahl.

Warding 501

With Edain McCoy
This is a workshop that deals with warding
the self, ones property and loved ones with advanced visualization and ritual techniques. Whether an enemy thought is coming at you with intent or merely through a negative person's overflow, you will be the Witch to thwart it.



Author Bio:
Author Edain McCoy became a self-initiated Witch in 1981 and has been an active part of the Pagan community since her formal initiation into a large San Antonio coven in 1983. Edain has researched alternative spiritualities since her teens, when she was first introduced to Kaballah, or Jewish mysticism. Since that time, she has studied a variety of magickal paths including Celtic, Appalachian folk magick, and Curanderismo, a Mexican-American folk tradition. Today, Edain is part of the Wittan Irish Pagan tradition, where she is a priestess of Brighid and an elder. An alumnus of the University of Texas with a BA in history, she is affiliated with several professional writer's organizations and occasionally presents workshops on magickal topics or works individually with students who wish to study Witchcraft. This former woodwind player for the Lynchburg (VA) Symphony claims both the infamous feuding McCoy family of Kentucky and Sir Roger Williams, the seventeeth-century religious dissenter, as branches on her ethnically diverse family tree. In her "real life," Edain works as a licensed stockbroker. Edain is the author of fifteen books, including Bewitchments; Enchantments; and her most recent release, Ostara: Customs, Spells & Rituals for the Rites of Spring. Titles by Edain McCoy:

* Past-Life & Karmic Tarot
* Enchantments: 200 Spells for Bath & Beauty Enhancement
* Ostara: Customs, Spells & Rituals for the Rites of Spring
* Spellworking for Covens: Magick for Two or More
* The Witch's Coven: Finding or Forming Your Own Circle
* Astral Projection for Beginners
* Magia y belleza: Encantos y pócimas para crear rituales mágicos
* If You Want to be a Witch: A Practical Introduction to the Craft
* Advanced Witchcraft: Go Deeper, Reach Further, Fly Higher
* A Witch's Guide to Faery Folk: Reclaiming Our Working Relationship with Invisible Helpers
* Celtic Women's Spirituality: Accessing the Cauldron of Life
* Celtic Myth & Magick: Harness the Power of the Gods & Goddesses
* Sabbats: A Witch's Approach to Living the Old Ways

Last modified on Wednesday, March 03, 2010