Podcasts about Circle Sanctuary

Good Yule! Some rituals, symbols, foods, and customs for creating personal and household celebrations of Winter Solstice, Mothers Night, Christmas, Hogmanay, New Year, Twelfth Night, and other Happy Holidays.

Swedish Solstice Magic of St. Lucia's Day Learn about the Goddess of Light origins of St. Lucia/Lucy/Lucina.  Explore other ways that Pagan Yuletide lore, symbols, and customs are part of contemporary celebrations of Her Feast day, December 13 and Christmastime/Yuletide in Sweden and Scandinavian communities around the world. Encore from December 14, 2016

Learn about Yuletide lore and customs connected with Santa Claus as Pagan God and Christian Saint and his sometime associate, the Beast Krampus.  Encore from December 5, 2019

The Story of Circle Sanctuary - Part 4 of 4 - In celebration of Circle's 50th birthday, through the month of November Selena will take this time to discuss the history and story of Circle Sanctuary.  This is a great time to learn some of how & why Circle was founded and the journey of Circle through the years.   This episode was last broadcast for Circle's 45th anniversary on 10/30/2019.

The Story of Circle Sanctuary - Part 3 of 4  - In celebration of Circle's 50th birthday, through the month of November Selena will take this time to discuss the history and story of Circle Sanctuary.  This is a great time to learn some of how & why Circle was founded and the journey of Circle through the years.  This episode was last broadcast for Circle's 45th anniversary on 10/23/2019.

Join us on an encore Circle Talk as we explore “Elemental Witchcraft-a Guide to Living a Magickal Life through the Elements” with the author Heron Michelle. Our discussion will include the Pentacle Path, a wholly unique system of Magickal practice that incorporates ritual Magick, journey work and spellcraft to help you fully engage with the elements.

The Story of Circle Sanctuary - Part 2 of 4  - In celebration of Circle's 50th birthday, through the month of November Selena will take this time to discuss the history and story of Circle Sanctuary.  This is a great time to learn some of how & why Circle was founded and the journey of Circle through the years. This episode was last broadcast for Circle's 45th anniversary on 10/16/2019.

The Story of Circle Sanctuary - Part 1 of 4 - In celebration of Circle's 50th birthday, through the month of November Selena will take this time to discuss the history and story of Circle Sanctuary.  This is a great time to learn some of how & why Circle was founded and the journey of Circle through the years.  This episode was last broadcast for Circle's 45th anniversary on 10/9/2019.

Did you know that there are a significant number of people in today's Pagan community who have a disability or chronic illness? Join us on Circle Talk as we discuss this topic with Rev. Dia, a Circle Sanctuary minister as she offers options to adapt rituals and other events so that everyone is included.

This year, 2024, Circle Sanctuary celebrates its 50th anniversary since its founding. This episode features music from performers at Circle events through the past five decades, including Damh the Bard, Meren King, Velvet Hammer, and more!

Join Selena Fox as she gives us a history of Circle Sanctuary since this month is its 50th anniversary.  This recording first appeared as part of a class for the Circle Sanctuary Ministry Training Program on 1/22/2018.

Circle Sanctuary 50th Anniversary Celebration with Memories & Perspectives by some of Circle Sanctuary's Ministers, interviewed by Debra Rose.  

This year, 2024, Circle Sanctuary celebrates its 50th anniversary since its founding.  This episode features music from performers at Circle events through the past five decades, including Green Crown, Owain Phyfe, Charlie Murphy, Selena Fox and Jim Alan, and more!

Circle Sanctuary 50th Anniversary Celebration with Memories & Perspectives by some longtime Circle Community members including Selena Fox, Stephanie Edwards, Dennis Carpenter, Nicholas Sea, Chip Brown & Robin Umber, interviewed by Debra Rose.

#65 - Join us for a wonderful conversation with Rev. Selena Fox on Nature spirituality and connecting with the magical aspects of herbs long associated with Samhain and Halloween.In this episode, Selena shares beautiful wisdom on plant allies of the season such as Mugwort in experiences of inner vision, Mullein when lighting ceremonial bonfires, and Rosemary for remembrance when honoring those who have passed. She offers insights into age-old Samhain rituals such as Turnip carving, the significance of Apple trees, honoring cycles, and the interconnectedness of all life. Selena also shares her inspiring experience of legacy in prairie restoration and building community across generations as the Circle Sanctuary celebrates its 50th anniversary this coming Samhain. Selena Fox is the Executive Director of Circle Sanctuary, Nature Preserve, a two-hundred acre Nature sanctuary located in the Driftless bioregion of southwestern Wisconsin. An EcoActivist for more than fifty years, Selena was among the organizers of events for the first Earth Day on April 22, 1970 and is the founder of Circle Cemetery, one of the first Green cemeteries in North America. Also known as Reverend Selena Fox, she is Senior Minister of Circle Sanctuary which has been serving Nature Spirituality practitioners worldwide since 1974. Selena writes and speaks on a variety of topics, including Celebrating the Seasons, Herbology, Pagan Ways, and Life Passages. She hosts the monthly podcast, Circle of Nature and shares rituals, chants, and teaching on social media.You can find Selena at: https://www.circlesanctuary.org/IG: https://www.instagram.com/selenafox/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SelenaFoxUpdatesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@selenafxcircleYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SelenaFoxFor more info visit Sara's website at: https://www.multidimensionalnature.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/multidimensional.nature/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saraartemisia.ms/Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/plantspiritherbalismYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@saraartemisiaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@multidimensional.naturePinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/multidimensionalnature/Etsy: https://www.plantspiritdesigns.comLearn how to communicate with plant consciousness in the free workshop on How to Learn Plant Language: https://www.learnplantlanguage.com/

"Celtic Calling". Among Pagan minstrels, there are those who love to play songs of the people of Celtic origins. In this episode we are going to immerse ourselves in the Celtic music spirit and take in the stories and songs of the Celtic nations as presented by modern Pagan musicians, such as Celia Farran, Blackwillow Starling, Gwydion Pendderwen, and more. 

At 2024 PSG or Pagan Spirit Gathering, graduates of Circle Sanctuary's Ministry Training Program were ordained. Join us on Circle Talk as we meet Circle Sanctuary's newest ministers, Reverent Spark, Reverend Dia and Reverend Mars.

Rise up, Pagans! Pagan Pride began in 1998, and soon spread worldwide, fostering community and pride in Pagan beliefs around the planet. Begin celebrating by listening to music about the spirit of Pagan pride, featuring music by Spiral Rhythm, Abi Spinner McBride, Celia Farran, and more.

The book, The Mandarin Tree shares the wisdom of Asia in an accessible way, presenting insights on mystical beings and animal magic, goddesses and ancestors, crystals, Feng Shui, and the Five Elements. Join us on Circle Talk as we speak with authors Pamela Chen and Samantha Blossom and shift our mindset by learning to tap into sacred energetic practices and techniques that will unlock our mandarin tree magic, step into the prosperity portal, and manifest our most magical life.

Spark of the Flame. One of the four potent Elements, Fire warms our cold skin, burns away chaff and purifies metal. A roaring bonfire may start with just a spark of the flame. We'll be hearing songs inspired by Fire, by musical artists including SJ Tucker, Arthur Hinds and The Round Table, Kiva, and others.  

Labyrinths Explore some types of Labyrinths and some ways of working with Labyrinth sacred sites and imagery for healing, insights, wellness, and spiritual growth.

Join us on Circle talk as we dive deep into Magick of the Sun sign Leo. Ignite your magickal practice with the mighty roar of the Leo sun sign. Tonight with authors Coby Michael and Ivo Dominguez Jr., we will explore the moon and rising sign traits, discover what correspondences are best for those with Leos in their chart. perform a ritual to meet the spirit of your sign, and how to cleanse and shield yourself.

Green Spirit. At the height of summer, the spirit of the Green peaks. We celebrate Nature's green blanket of grass over the land and canopies of green leaves above us. We'll be hearing songs inspired the power of Green Spirit by a number of musical artists including Jenna Greene, Brian Henke and Mariah Dawn Shepherd.

Join us on Circle Talk as we talk with author Opal Luna about her new book,” Fiber Magic: A Witch's Guide to Spellcasting with Crochet, Knotwork and Weaving”. Spark imagination and crafting into your practice as we learn how to move magical intention from our minds to our hands. This episode was previously aired on Jan 18, 2022,

Healing Circle. Step into the healing circle as we listen to Pagan music that inspires wholistic healing of the mind, body and spirit. Featuring songs by Crow Women, Cloud the Rapper, Celia Farran, and more.

Would you like to brew healing potions, harness the power of sigils, create amulets to protect against evil, give life to Thoughtforms for long-lasting magic, and more? On this encore presentation of Circle Talk, we will be talking with Phoenix Silverstar about her new book from Llewellyn, "Spells from Scratch". More than just a collection of ready-made spells, this new book will explore well-established principles of Magick. Phoenix is going to show us how to take our magic into our own hands by casting potent bewitchments that are specific to our exact wants and needs. This episode was previously broadcast on 3/7/2023.  

Musical Mirth. The gift of humor is as important as the gift of music. Humor helps us cope with hard times, relaxes tension, and assists us in not taking ourselves too seriously. This episode features songs by Pagan musicians that make us smile and laugh. Enjoy! Songs by Alexian, Loke E Coyote, Emerald Rose, and more.

Join us on Circle talk as we dive deep into Magick of the Sun sign Cancer. We will be chatting with Madam Pamita about the Llewellyn the Witch's Sun Sign Series which unlocks the Magick of your sun sign. Tonight, we will be learning about the Sun sign Cancer including how to connect with the Sun sign Cancer's energy, understanding strengths and weaknesses, and choosing the best correspondences and tools for those born under the Sun sign Cancer.  

Songs of the Pagan Tribe ~ Warrior, Lover, Sage. Songs about Gods and the Divine Masculine. The Hero that has many names and faces. Music featuring Alexander James Adams, Sparky T Rabbit, Mama Gina, more.

Grief can affect us all emotionally and spiritually. Join us on Circle Talk as we talk with Courtney Weber about her new book, Sacred Tears A Witch's Guide to Grief. This new book provides rituals, prayers, journal prompts, and other exercises specially designed to help with all kinds of grief from a Witch's perspective.

Midsummer Dreams. As the Summer Solstice approaches, best take heed of the Fairies, especially when Midsummer's Night is nigh. Respect the crossroads and the Wee People! Featuring music by SJ Tucker, Elaine Silver, Beltana Spellsinger, and more.

Join us on Circle talk as we explore the wisdom of the beautiful and empowering new Oracle deck by author Deborah Blake. This new deck is the Everyday Witch's Familiar Oracle Wisdom of the Familiars by Deborah Blake and Illustrated by Elisabeth Alba. Through this oracle, you'll meet forty familiars grouped by the five elements who can carry powerful guidance for your divination practice and daily life.

Why does the wind blow, how do clouds form, and what can the science and lore behind these occurrences teach us about magic? Join us on Circle Talk as we chat with Physicist and witch Debra L. Burris about her new book: Weather Magic: Witchery, Science, Lore. We will explore the synergy of science and sorcery in topics such as protection methods for your home and family, cloud divination techniques, sigil work using weather map symbols and thunderstorm water scrying.

Pagan Potpourri – An interesting mix of songs from the many diverse genres of Pagan music, in celebration of the 1 year anniversary of the podcast. Musical artists include: Belthain, Lynda Millard, Louis Garou, and more.

The wheel turns and Beltane season is here. Join us on Circle Talk as we chat with author Sarah Heartsong about her new book, Beltane Blessings and the Wisdom of Rhiannon. This new book is part of “The Wheel of the Year” series for pre-teens which features highlights of Beltane including how to do a Beltane ceremony. It also includes both a traditional story about a man and women falling in love and a seasonal nonbinary story.  It is Maypole time on Circle Talk.

Whether you're a Reiki student or seasoned healer, join us on Circle Talk as Dawn McLaughlin, as author of Everyday Reiki shows us how to cultivate a personal relationship with healing energy itself.  Dawn, who is a Reiki Master-Teacher, will discuss how to strengthen intuition, improve mindfulness, reduce stress, and promote healing on all levels.

Have you always been drawn to Dragons but not sure how to begin to work with Dragon energy. Join us on Circle talk as we talk with author Virginia Chandler, author of the new book, Year of the Magickal Dragon. This hands-on book also features journaling prompts, altar work, and extensive dragon lore, making it a must-have resource for your practice. Virginia will show us how to connect to dragons and practice Magick with them throughout the year. Our magickal practice will soar to new heights as we join Dragons on a journey through the seasons, exploring meditations, sacred sites, rituals, oil and incense recipes. 

Hades is one of the most recognizable yet misunderstood Greek gods. Join us on Circle Talk as we explore through myth, storytelling, and practical exercises how Hades is more than just the keeper of souls and the land of the dead. Author Jamie Waggoner will be discussing her new book-Hades, Myth, Magic and Devotion which will reveal his true nature and provide everything needed to create your own Hades devotional practice.

Would you like to nurture your love of plants or get gardening guidance for flowers, herbs, vegetables, trees, to grow your most plentiful garden yet? Join us on Circle Talk as we chat with Monica Crosson about her new book, A Year in the Enchanted Garden. Featuring dozens of spells, charms, and activities, this hands-on book helps you select, grow, and harvest the best plants for your region and shows you how to use them in your magickal practice.

Written from an animist perspective, the book, Season Songs will teach us how to magically work with the sabbats, moon phases, day and night, and other cycles both big and small. Join us on Circle Talk as the author Emma Kathryn uses personal stories, meditations, visualizations, and other exercises to inspire and deepen your practice.

The Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans, or CUUPs, is an organization dedicated to networking Pagan-identified Unitarian Universalists (UUs).  Join us tonight in an encore presentation as we chat with Rev. Jerrie Hildebrand, the president of CUUPs and learn more about this Pagan organization.

Honoring the Goddess of the Flame. Featuring songs by Celia Farran, Jenna Greene, Krista Chapman Green, and more.

Circle of Nature with Selena Fox - Healing Journeys Explore some ways of working with rituals, music, meditation, metaphors, and Nature communion in moving through illness and disease into healing, renewal, and wellbeing. Encore episode originally aired 11/2020

Would you like to build a relationship with your ancestors and learn about the role that your ancestors could play in your daily life. Tonight on Circle talk, author Ben Stimpson explores ancestral veneration in his book, Ancestral Whispers A Guide to Building Ancestral Veneration Practices.

Tonight on an encore presentation of Circle Talk, we take a journey of compassion, authenticity, and spiritual connectedness as author Durgadas Duriel discusses his new book, “ Worthy as You Are”. With techniques such as affirmations, meditation, and journaling, we are going to learn how to change our everyday thoughts from negative to nourishing to embrace our authentic selves.

Solstice Tidings. Songs to make your solstice season merry. Featuring music from Emerald Rose, Mothertongue, Harold Sanford Carter III, and more.

Guided Winter Solstice ceremony for healing, renewal, and peace.  WINTER SOLSTICE Rites Online! Solstice Eve, Wednesday, December 20 via my Circle of Nature podcast. Bright Blessings!

Join us on Circle Talk as we learn practical and spiritual tools and practices that will help us create our own personal sacred space. Author Jill Angelo be our gentle guide as we discover the simple, easy-to-implement steps to transforming our homes into a harmonious refuge. Her new book, Sacred Space will help us create sacred space that allows us to connect to the divine, find balance at home and clear the physical/ mental clutter of everyday life.

Join us on Circle Talk as we learn practical and spiritual tools and practices that will help us create our own personal sacred space. Author Jill Angelo be our gentle guide as we discover the simple, easy-to-implement steps to transforming our homes into a harmonious refuge. Her new book, Sacred Space will help us create sacred space that allows us to connect to the divine, find balance at home and clear the physical/ mental clutter of everyday life.

Would you like to create meaningful change and live the life you've always wanted? Join us on Circle Talk as we talk with author Ailynn Halvorson as we learn her unique tarot apothecary approach. We will be talking about combining wisdom of Tarot, aromatherapy, meditation, numerology and everyday ritual to honor your own magic, take control of your life, and achieve the transformation you've been seeking.  This episode previously aired on Jan 3, 2023.