Church of the Greenwood

Church of the Greenwood Supporting Pagans in the Central New York area Members may be monotheistic, polytheistic and/or a blend of both.

Church of the Greenwood was founded in 2002 to provide an organization for people of earth-based spiritualities to worship and recognize rites of passage in their life. With this in mind, we are dedicated to achieving the full potential inherent in all beings. The Church is a 501(c)3 non-profit religious, charitable and educational corporation organized to provide a full spectrum of legal activiti

es practiced by any church which includes worship services, pastoral counseling, weddings, child blessings, funerals and other rites of passage. To help foster an understanding and tolerance in the mainstream community, Church of the Greenwood sponsors Pagan religious and educational activities including clergy training, workshops, talks, festivals and youth programs. Community Policy:
Church of the Greenwood and our affiliated organizations, strive to uphold community conversation that is factual, respectful, welcoming and professional– including on social media. To maintain this spirit, comments or participants that disregard these values may be removed from our platforms.

Bright blessings to all of you in this season of midwinter!We are at the point of the year where the light is beginning ...
02/02/2026

Bright blessings to all of you in this season of midwinter!

We are at the point of the year where the light is beginning to conquer the dark. A season of hope as the dawning sun rises earlier in the East and sets later in the West a little more each day.

May Brighid’s fire kindle within your heart warmth and empathy for those who need us most. May her hearth fires melt the ice around us creating a healing well of water liberating us from winter’s grip.

On our blog is a new article all about celebrating Imbolc from a celtic-pagan perspective. Head to our website to read the full article.

Bright Blessings to you all,
Rev. Sherene

We’re here in at the Central Square UU! Come join us downstairs, enter through the side door. Ritual starts at 3pm 😁
12/28/2025

We’re here in at the Central Square UU! Come join us downstairs, enter through the side door. Ritual starts at 3pm 😁

This Sunday, Merry Meet: Yuletide Gathering! Join us in Central Square for cookies, conversation and a community Yule ri...
12/26/2025

This Sunday, Merry Meet: Yuletide Gathering! Join us in Central Square for cookies, conversation and a community Yule ritual led by our Úthellingu Kindred.

We will gather at First Universalist Society of Central Square from 1-4 p.m. All are welcome to pop in any time, you do not have to be a Pagan or Greenwood member to attend.

The afternoon will kick off with a cookie exchange and casual mingling- bakers are encouraged to bring their favorite holiday sweet to share!

At 3 p.m., the ritual portion will begin. Participants of any experience level are welcome to join.

Visit our Facebook event or website for more information and to RSVP.

11/09/2025

Greenwood is here at First Unitarian Universalist Society of Syracuse ready for our CNY Pagan Pride Day Volunteer Appreciation Potluck!

We're nearing capacity here at the Auburn Unitarian Universalist Society! We've got raffles, a costume contest, merch fo...
11/02/2025

We're nearing capacity here at the Auburn Unitarian Universalist Society! We've got raffles, a costume contest, merch for sale, snacks & beverages, and plenty of great company!

Will you be joining us at the Merry Meet: Samhain Mixer this Sunday?1:30 p.m. - Arrive, mingle and enter our costume con...
10/31/2025

Will you be joining us at the Merry Meet: Samhain Mixer this Sunday?

1:30 p.m. - Arrive, mingle and enter our costume contest or raffle baskets (more details below)

2:45 p.m. - Costume contest and raffles close

3 p.m. - Winners are announced and our Samhain ritual, led by Rev. Kurt Hohmann begins

4 p.m. - Pack up and see you later!

COSTUME CONTEST
All contest participants will receive a special stamp on their name tag at check in- those of any age are welcome to enter.

Two winners will be chosen- Crowd Favorite, voted on by you, and Best Overall, chosen by the Greenwood board. Winners will receive prize baskets filled with candy, reading gift cards and other goodies.

RAFFLES
Missed out on CNY PPD merch this year? We'll be raffling off t-shirts and tote bags- five chances to win! $1 per ticket, cash, card or paypal accepted, with all proceeds donated to Church of the Greenwood.

SAMHAIN RITUAL
Rev. Kurt Hohmann will lead circle, focusing on reflection and ancestors as well as forward seeking through divination. All are invited to participate, regardless of path or experience level.

The veil is thin... blessed Samhain!Take today to remember those who have passed to the other side, don a costume to tri...
10/31/2025

The veil is thin... blessed Samhain!

Take today to remember those who have passed to the other side, don a costume to trick the spirits or light a bonfire as we sink into the dark half of the year.

How do you celebrate?

For those looking for community and ritual, join us on Sunday, Nov. 2 for our Merry Meet: Samhain Mixer at the Auburn Unitarian Universalist Society. We will be there from 1:30-4 p.m.

Also, that morning at 10:30 a.m. Auburn UU's weekly service will feature Greenwood board member Rev. Kurt Hohmann, who is leading a Samhain-themed program. All are welcome to join.

This Sunday! From 1:30-4 p.m. join us at the Auburn Unitarian Universalist Society for our Merry Meet: Samhain Mixer.$1 ...
10/28/2025

This Sunday! From 1:30-4 p.m. join us at the Auburn Unitarian Universalist Society for our Merry Meet: Samhain Mixer.

$1 ticket raffles will be held for 2025 CNY PPD t-shirts and tote bags, prizes given to the winners of our costume contest and snacks to be had by all!

The afternoon will round out with a group Samhain ritual.

Additionally, Auburn UU's Sunday service will be held at 10:30 a.m., with Greenwood board member Rev. Kurt Hohmann leading a Samhain-themed program. All are welcome to join.

This event is open to all- hope to see you there!

Church of the Greenwood and CNY Pagan Pride Day stands in solidarity with the campaign.We feel even more called to sup...
10/13/2025

Church of the Greenwood and CNY Pagan Pride Day stands in solidarity with the campaign.

We feel even more called to support this effort as our CNY PPD festival grounds at Long Branch Park neighbor Maple Bay – the NYS Thruway dividing us. As residents of Haudenosaunee land we have a responsibility to honor the spirits of the land, the original caretakers of the land and water and the treaties of this land.

That is why we call on the county legislature to fulfill their past promises and return the Maple Bay area of Onondaga Lake to the Onondaga Nation, healing the reciprocal relationship between the Nation and the sacred lake.

This year, a portion of our t-shirt sales were donated to American Indian Law Alliance, an organization committed to restoring indigenous sovereignty that is heeding the initiative.

In honor of Indigenous Peoples Day, we ask you to join the campaign and call on the Onondaga County Legislature to fulfill this commitment.

10/12/2025

Thank you so much, WNY Pagan Pride, for hosting us and many other incredible Pagan community members today!

Board members Emma, Sherene, & Chey are representing Greenwood at WNY Pagan Pride today!
10/12/2025

Board members Emma, Sherene, & Chey are representing Greenwood at WNY Pagan Pride today!

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109 Waring Rd
Syracuse, NY
13224-2225

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