Saturday, April 5, 2008
Luncheon and Symposium: Noon to 4:00 p.m.
Cafe Borgia ~ PRIVATE DINING ROOM ~ Munster, Indiana
"The Cauldron of Change: the Role of Wiccan Clergy”
Arch Priestess HierophantIn 1979, Deena became a member of Earthstar Chicago Lodge, receiving her Earth and Water initiations there from Herman Enderle. In 1984 she joined the Society of Janus in Elgin IL, a Pre-Gardnerian Craft coven. She received her first craft degree from Linda Dice, HPS. She was ordained a Priestess of Hekate of the Fellowship of Isis by Lady Olivia Robertson in 1993.
High PriestessRegina is the High Priestess for Sacred Spirit Temple. She is also Coordinator for Pagan Pride Day since 2004. Regina is a participating member of NIPA, (Northwest Indiana Pagan Association), and founder of the Witch Hat Society.
Our annual custom is to honor a community Elder, during a *special* luncheon, held in the spring. Since this is our third spring event, it seems only right to honor the memory of three Illiana-area High Priestesses: Linda Batwinski (NW Indiana), Vicky Carlson and Donna Cole Schultz (Chicago, Illinois). Their devotion to Paganism in general and firm commitment to Wicca in particular, inspires the theme for our symposium.
Our featured speakers, Deena Hartray-Butta and Regina Stovall, knew Linda, Vicky, and Donna. They'll touch upon facets of the role of Wiccan clergy, and how it affects the general Illiana community-at-large during their presentation and general discussion.
MODERATOR: LISA LEDGER * WICI Board Elder and Co-Founder
A few discussion aspects will be:
* How did these three Priestesses impact Wicca in our community?
* Has the role of clergy - for both female and male - changed since their passing?
* How is Wiccan clergy viewed in the community-at-large?
* Is the "coven-trained system" still a viable approach?
Cafe Borgia 10018 Calumet Avenue Munster, IN 46321 http://cafeborgia.com
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To RSVP for a seat in the PRIVATE DINING ROOM:
SpringLuncheon@wiccaninterfaithcouncil.org
or Call: 219-308-3740
FAQS Q: Is there any admission price for this event?
A: No. All you need is the price of your own lunch.
Q: What type of foods are available?
A: Visit Cafe Borgia's website to view the menu choices.
Q: Why do I have to RSVP?
A: The seating for the private dining room is limited, so guests must email us to reserve their seats.
Q: Will I get a chance to ask any questions or take part in the discussion?
A: Yes! There will be a Q & A session, lead by our Moderator, during the discussion part of the Symposium.
2nd Annual Spring Luncheon Photos ~ 2007
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