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Happy Winter Solstice!

December 21, 2020 NaturalisticPaganism Ancient and Modern Paganism, Calendar, HP, Latest Posts, naturalistic pagan, Practice, Seasonal

Happy Winter Solstice, or Yule! Of course, our spherical planet also gives us the beautiful symmetry of the Summer Solstice (Litha) being celebrated now by our Southern Hemisphere friends. With the exact Solstice moment at 5:02 am on December 21st,…

The Planets Celebrate the Solstice, Meteors Shower, the Sun is Eclipsed, and Online Events Abound! by Starstuff, Contemplating

December 5, 2020 NaturalisticPaganism ancestors, Ancient and Modern Paganism, atheist pagan, Earth religion, Gaia/Earth, HP, Intellect, Jon Cleland Host, Latest Posts, naturalistic pagan, naturalistic paganism, Nature, nature religion, pantheism, Practice, Religious Naturalism, Science, science and god, science and myth, Science and Religion, Seasonal, Spiritual Naturalism, spirituality, Starstuff, Contemplating, wonder

If you have clear skies Friday, Saturday, or Sunday night, consider celebrating as my family does – by seeing these wonders, just as our Ancestors have seen them for many thousands of years. Do you have a chance to share this sacred moment with a child?

Yule (the Winter Solstice) is coming up fast!

November 28, 2020 NaturalisticPaganism Calendar, Families, HP, inspiration, Latest Posts, Meaning, naturalistic pagan, Practice, Seasonal, Seasonal Themes, spirituality

The pandemic gives us even more reason to turn inward, to stay cozy, and reflect on the hibernation of much of the wildlife (in cooler areas, at least). For many of us, this is a big Sabbat, which takes a more preparation (and if you are buying gifts, the Naturalistic Pagan Gift List here might help).

Holiday Gift Ideas for Naturalistic Pagans, 2020

November 21, 2020 NaturalisticPaganism Book Review, HP, Latest Posts, naturalistic pagan, Practice, Responsibility, Seasonal, Seasonal Themes, wonder

Many of us Gen-Xer’s learned critical thinking and the need to look for rational explanations for supernatural claims from this lovable dog.

On “coming out” to my Catholic Community, by Bart Everson [A Pedagogy of Gaia]

November 7, 2020 NaturalisticPaganism Bart Everson, Gaia/Earth, HP, Latest Posts, naturalistic pagan, Responsibility

Mornings of Prayer When I saw the announcement about a Morning of Prayer for staff at the university where I work, with “persons of all faith traditions… encouraged to attend,” I was curious but also skeptical but also hopeful. I’d…

What’s that Flopping Noise? Ancestors? Yes! Wishing you a Happy Samhain! by Starstuff, Contemplating

October 31, 2020 NaturalisticPaganism ancestors, Ancient and Modern Paganism, atheist pagan, Earth religion, Gaia/Earth, HP, Intellect, Jon Cleland Host, Latest Posts, naturalistic pagan, naturalistic paganism, Nature, nature religion, pantheism, Practice, Religious Naturalism, Science, science and god, science and myth, Science and Religion, Seasonal, Spiritual Naturalism, spirituality, Starstuff, Contemplating, wonder

As Samhain draws near, our billions of Ancestors begin to visit us. Who are they? What can they offer you for your struggles today? They can help you anytime during the year – not just now – if you ask.

Ways to Empower your Samhain Amid the Pandemic

October 24, 2020 NaturalisticPaganism ancestors, Ancient and Modern Paganism, atheist pagan, Earth religion, Gaia/Earth, HP, Intellect, Jon Cleland Host, Latest Posts, naturalistic pagan, naturalistic paganism, Nature, nature religion, pantheism, Practice, Religious Naturalism, Science, science and god, science and myth, Science and Religion, Seasonal, Spiritual Naturalism, spirituality, Starstuff, Contemplating, wonder

Oh no! Covid-19 has put group rituals on hold, and what about the kids? There are plenty of good options to have a very sacred Samhain (and celebrate the rare Samhain Blue Moon!), while keeping yourself – and others- safe. Here are some of them, for both Rituals and Trick-or-Treating.

One More Chance to see a Bright Mars, until 2035! by Starstuff, Contemplating

October 16, 2020 NaturalisticPaganism ancestors, Ancient and Modern Paganism, atheist pagan, Earth religion, Gaia/Earth, HP, Intellect, Jon Cleland Host, Latest Posts, naturalistic pagan, naturalistic paganism, Nature, nature religion, pantheism, Practice, Religious Naturalism, Science, science and god, science and myth, Science and Religion, Seasonal, Spiritual Naturalism, spirituality, Starstuff, Contemplating, wonder

Samhain (The Fall Equitherm) Approaches!

October 7, 2020 NaturalisticPaganism ancestors, Death, Death and Life, Families, HP, inspiration, Latest Posts, Meaning, naturalistic pagan, Seasonal, Seasonal Themes, spirituality

Got your house decorated yet? Samhain (the Fall Equitherm) is less than a month away! For many of us (including me), this is one of the most sacred times of the year – a time when I feel my Ancestors…

Autumn 2020: Responsibility and Wonder; by Starstuff, Contemplating

September 30, 2020 NaturalisticPaganism ancestors, Ancient and Modern Paganism, atheist pagan, Earth religion, HP, Intellect, Jon Cleland Host, Latest Posts, naturalistic pagan, naturalistic paganism, Nature, nature religion, pantheism, Practice, Religious Naturalism, Responsibility, science and god, science and myth, Science and Religion, Spiritual Naturalism, Starstuff, Contemplating

Wonder and responsibility speak to me as we enter fall. As Naturalistic Pagans, our focus is on this real world – giving us both the awe of the world we live in and the commitment to build a better world…