11/05/2024
The purpose of our faith is to cultivate a sacred space where the divine feminine is honored, ancestral and pagan wisdom is revered, and individuals are empowered to explore spiritual truth through personal autonomy, holistic healing, and fellowship. We, as a diverse and inclusive spiritual community, affirm the sacredness of all paths that lead to truth, healing, and unity with the divine.
Our faith is rooted in the principles of love, respect, and empowerment for all people, recognizing the divinity within each individual and the importance of community service and care.
1. Pro-Choice: We believe in the autonomy of individuals to make informed decisions about their bodies and lives.
2. Pro-LGBTQ+: We affirm and embrace the full spectrum of sexual orientations and gender identities, celebrating love, authenticity, and self-expression. We affirm individual consenting adults to engage in the tradition of marriage and it is a sacrament we perform in our church.
3. Anti-Slavery: We denounce all forms of oppression and exploitation, advocating for justice, freedom, and the inherent dignity of every human being.
4. Respect for Ancestral and Pagan Traditions: We honor the sacred traditions, beliefs, and practices of each individual, fostering a space for ancestral wisdom and pagan spirituality. 5. Pro-Meditation and Healing: We encourage meditation, sound bathing, herbal healing, and other holistic practices as pathways to inner peace, balance, and spiritual awakening. 6. Service to Community: We are dedicated to serving our community with love, compassion, and generosity, working to uplift the marginalized and support collective well-being.
7. Artistic Expression: We believe in the power of art to communicate, heal, and transform, and we celebrate all forms of creative expression within our community.
8. Tithing and Reciprocity: We practice the sacred act of giving, recognizing that what we give with open hearts returns to us in abundance.
9. Bodily Autonomy: We uphold the right of each individual to sovereignty over their own body, free from external control or judgment.
10. Shamanic Journeys: For our advanced spiritual practitioners, we support the exploration of shamanic journeys and other mystical experiences to deepen their connection to the higher self and the universe.
11. Plant Medicine: We recognize the use of sacred plants as valid tools for spiritual exploration, growth, and connection to the divine.
12. Connection to Nature: As a symbol of our commitment to grounding in divine nature, we plant a tree within our sacred space, honoring the Earth and the life it sustains.
13. Divine Feminine: We center the divine feminine in our faith, celebrating its nurturing, creative, and transformative power. 14. Matrilineal Leadership: We honor the wisdom of our foremothers, structuring our leadership in a way that passes through matrilineal lines and emphasizes the nurturing aspects of our community.
15. Female Clergy and Two-Spirit Leadership: Our clergy is exclusively female, and we honor Two-Spirit individuals as spiritual leaders, recognizing their unique gifts and roles within the community.
16. Conflict Resolution: We believe in maintaining harmony within our leadership. Those who engage in unnecessary conflict or drama will be removed from their positions to preserve the integrity of our community.
17. Moderation: We embrace the practice of moderation in all things, fostering balance in our spiritual, emotional, and physical lives.
This faith community is a sanctuary for those who seek spiritual connection, healing, and growth, offering a place of belonging and empowerment for all who walk in love and respect for themselves, others, and the divine.
