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2013-11-19T23:03:20-08:00

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Leadership is Relationship

Last updated on: November 19, 2013 at 11:03 pm By Sam Webster

Leadership is a two way street. Those who lead only do so because of those they serve. Leadership is inalienably about service, or it is tyranny. Leadership is also risky. There are lessons to be learned from penguins and the language of ordination. Read more

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Pagan Restoration

2013-10-17T06:23:13-07:00

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How Pagans can Save the World: the Pagan Restoration

Last updated on: October 17, 2013 at 6:23 am By Sam Webster

Civilization totters; it needs a new Hierophant to show forth the Sacred, the values that bring about a successful life for All. Pagans are positioned with the skills to fulfill this holy task, and as the Shadow of Western Civilization, we have the power… Read more

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2013-09-18T05:49:34-07:00

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Why Pagans Can Save the World

Last updated on: September 18, 2013 at 5:49 am By Sam Webster

Magic-users know that every problem invokes its own solution. I submit that we Pagans were invoked into existence by the crisis humanity is undergoing right now. We are especially suited as the catalyst that will reify a successful future for humanity. Read more

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Pagan Restoration

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2013-09-19T10:55:29-07:00

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Who is Pagan?

Last updated on: September 19, 2013 at 10:55 am By Sam Webster

‘Pagan’ has a vague and confusing definition that keeps us from understanding who we are and our importance at this time in history. Taking a historical view we can, however, eliminate a number of false definitions and come to focus on our unique nature. This contradicts many of the colloquial and even academic ideas about what and who is Pagan, but this deconstruction is a necessary process for us to attain to our rightful place in the world. So I ask: Who is Pagan? Read more

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2013-09-19T10:55:49-07:00

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Pagan Ministry: Serving the Pagan People/s

Last updated on: September 19, 2013 at 10:55 am By Sam Webster

Ministry is fundamentally about serving the ‘congregation,’ in contrast to being primarily about serving the Gods, as in Priesthood. The metaphorically upward movement of priesthood differs from the downward movement of ministry. Read more

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2013-09-19T10:56:02-07:00

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Pagan Priesthood: Setting the Table, Restoring the Way of the Gods

Last updated on: September 19, 2013 at 10:56 am By Sam Webster

Priesthood in the ancient world was a call to service and a coveted honor. The Priestfolk were responsible for maintaining the rhythm of society through worship and festival, nurturing the culture’s connection with the Gods. Pagan Priesthood is far from there, but we can rebuild… Read more

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Pagan Restoration

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2013-09-19T10:56:10-07:00

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Restoring Idolatry to Iconolatry

Last updated on: September 19, 2013 at 10:56 am By Sam Webster

The ancient icons of the Gods were destroyed in order to break worshippers' contact with their deities. Animating icons will make the Gods' power and blessings more accessible again. Read more

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2013-09-19T10:56:22-07:00

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Pagan Restoration in New Format

Last updated on: September 19, 2013 at 10:56 am By Sam Webster

As of June 2013, Pagan Restoration will appear in this space on the third Wednesday of the month. Don't forget to update your RSS links and e-mail subscriptions! Read more

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2013-09-19T10:56:40-07:00

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Toward the Pagan Restoration of Sacrifice

Last updated on: September 19, 2013 at 10:56 am By Sam Webster

It is time for Pagans to restore sacrifice to its ancient and central place in our rites. The world needs the Gods in Their fullest presence. Read more

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2013-09-19T10:56:54-07:00

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Why I Am Pagan

Last updated on: September 19, 2013 at 10:56 am By Sam Webster

In 200 words or less, why is Sam Webster Pagan? Read more

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