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The Covenstead |
The Covenstead is a place where you will feel at home with your spiritual beliefs ... you will feel accepted by like-minded women on a similar spiritual path. Women who want to gather together to learn about Witchcraft, Wicca, Spellcraft and Ritual. Women who want to sit in circle to celebrate the Moon Esbats and the Seasonal Sabbats.
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The Covenstead is a Teaching and Sharing Circle for women who are ready to experience what it is like to be part of a women's circle - a coven. This is a non-hierarchical group where women of varying levels of experience and varying spiritual interests are welcome. This is an open group where you are invited to attend whenever you are able.
This is an Eclectic Circle where we will explore the principals and practices of Witchcraft as well as a wide range of adjunctive principals and practices from complimentary spiritual paths such as Shamanism, Paganism, Wicca, Kabbalah and eastern traditions such as Tantra.
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We will explore The Mysteries together. We will take time to ask questions, to share experiences, to wonder, to sometimes understand and to sometimes accept the Mystery.
It is time to put the books down ... it is time to start experiencing the magic!
Activities we may explore include: divination, tarot, scrying, spells, ritual, runes, myth, meditation, candle magic, moon magic, alchemy, crystal energy, healing, chanting, drumming, dancing, kitchen witchery, herb craft, gods, goddesses and dream work. You are always welcome to suggest a new activity to explore.
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"Thank you so much for organising a great workshop. I have met some new friends that I meet up with regularly now and I have found some fabulous contacts that make me feel proud of my beliefs rather than so secretive" Tina
" Thanks so much for organising yesterday, I really enjoyed it ... being mostly solitary it was nice to be part of something and feel the sharing of spirit." Serene
"The workshop was a wonderful experience ... but more importantly it did a magical job of making me feel like part of a community ..." Eva |
In ancient times witches were the singers of sacred songs, the midwives and healers, guides and teachers of spiritual wisdom ... she maintained the connection between nature and the divine.
As a modern-day witch I walk this path with a proud open heart. I believe to be a witch is many things ... but we are always guided by our heart!
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| HOW MUCH? |
$15 and $10 concession or by donation - at the door (correct change please) |
UPCOMING CIRCLE DATES |
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Friday 3rd Sept 2010 - Teaching & Sharing Circle |
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7pm - 9pm |
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NSW Writers Centre, Balmain Rd Rozelle (in the grounds of the old Rozelle hospital - Callan Park)) |
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Friday 10th Sept 2010 - Teaching & Sharing Circle |
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7pm - 9pm |
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NSW Writers Centre, Balmain Rd Rozelle (in the grounds of the old Rozelle hospital - Callan Park)) |
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Friday 17th Sept 2010 - Teaching & Sharing Circle |
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7pm - 9pm |
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NSW Writers Centre, Balmain Rd Rozelle (in the grounds of the old Rozelle hospital - Callan Park)) |
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Thursday 23rd Sept 2010 - Spring Equinox Ritual |
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7:30pm - 10:00pm |
| ADDRESS |
Dickson Space | 35 - 39 Dickson St Newtown |
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Friday 1st Oct 2010 - Teaching & Sharing Circle |
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7pm - 9pm |
| ADDRESS |
NSW Writers Centre, Balmain Rd Rozelle (in the grounds of the old Rozelle hospital - Callan Park)) |
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Sunday 10th October 2010 | Special Guest Wendy Rule Teaching Circle | |
| TIME |
Workshop 1:00 - 4:00 pm | Performance Ritual 6:00 - 8:30pm |
| FEE |
Workshop $75 | Performance Ritual $25 | Both $80 |
| ADDRESS |
Dickson Space | 35 - 39 Dickson St Newtown |
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Friday 15th Oct 2010 - Teaching & Sharing Circle |
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7pm - 9pm |
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NSW Writers Centre, Balmain Rd Rozelle (in the grounds of the old Rozelle hospital - Callan Park)) |
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Friday 22nd Oct 2010 - Teaching & Sharing Circle |
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7pm - 9pm |
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NSW Writers Centre, Balmain Rd Rozelle (in the grounds of the old Rozelle hospital - Callan Park)) |
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Sunday 31st Oct 2010 - Beltane Sabbat Circle |
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8:00pm - 10:00pm |
| ADDRESS |
Dickson Space | 35 - 39 Dickson St Newtown |
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Friday 5th Nov 2010 - Teaching & Sharing Circle |
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7pm - 9pm |
| ADDRESS |
NSW Writers Centre, Balmain Rd Rozelle (in the grounds of the old Rozelle hospital - Callan Park)) |
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Friday 12th - Sunday 14th November | The Covenstead Residential |
For more info click here |
| WHRE? |
Rainbows Reach Retreat | Wyee | NSW
approx 1.5 hours north of Sydney on the NSW Central Coast
We can arrange airport transport to and from the retreat centre
see the website for more venue info www.rainbowreachretreat.com.au |
| FEE |
$220 by 23/10/2010 | $250 after 23/10/2010
includes: accommodation (linen not provided) in beautiful bush retreat setting, all delicious vegetarian meals and all workshop materials |
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Sunday 21st November 2010 - Full Moon Esbat Circle |
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8:00pm - 10:00pm |
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Dickson Space | 35 - 39 Dickson St Newtown |
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Tuesday 21st December 2010 - Summer Solstice Sabbat Circle |
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8:00pm - 10:00pm |
| ADDRESS |
Dickson Space | 35 - 39 Dickson St Newtown |
WHERE?
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We use two venues for our Covenstead circles and rituals.
NSW Writers Centre, Balmain Rd Rozelle (in the grounds of the old Rozelle hospital - Callan Park))
See website for public transport details and map: www.nswwriterscentre.org.au
Dickson Space | 35 - 39 Dickson St Newtown
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BOOKINGS
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To join the circle at The Covenstead please email me |
MORE INFO
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send an email or phone: 0408 200 727
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 About Suzanne:
Suzanne Naseby is a Wyld Wytchy Woman who is happiest when she is sitting in a cave or a tree or on a rock by the sea! She founded WytchyWays in 2001 to offer community events on eclectic paganism in theory and practice. She established the Moon Flower Coven in 2002 which was a women's eclectic coven that ran for 3 years. Suzanne has facilitated countless community rituals, circles, workshops & retreats, often co-facilitating with such inspiring teachers as Starhawk, Thorn Coyle, Wendy Rule and Lucy Cavendish.
Suzanne is a leading figure in the Australian Pagan Community and has been interviewed on radio, for newspaper and referred to in books such as 'The Coven: Making Magick Together' by Fiona Horne.
Suzanne Naseby is a shamanic wytch, an artist, a spiritual teacher and a psychotherapist.
Praise for Suzanne's work:
"What a woman you are!!! A perfect weekend retreat brilliantly organised and all comforts taken care of. Thank you dear Suzanne - I loved it." Gail
“… the ritual performed at Avalon (specifically the initiation) was a dream come to life. THANK SUZANNE for taking the time to create such a magical environment and setting for Saturday nights ritual.” Sonja
For more information about Suzanne's therapy practice.
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