Issues of Interest
Wiccans and Pagans often have a different view of contemporary issues than people in mainstream religions. Learn about the Wiccan and Pagan perspective on abortion, the afterlife and reincarnation, homosexuality, polyamory. In addition, let's talk about the legal rights you have as a Pagan or Wiccan in America today.
Why are there so many Pagan warriors? I thought we were supposed to peaceful!
A reader wants to know how "peaceful Pagans" can feel comfortable following a warrior mentality.
A reader wants to know how "peaceful Pagans" can feel comfortable following a warrior mentality.
Share Your Money-Saving Tips
Wondering how to get by in tough economic times? One of the first places Pagans and Wiccans cut back on spending is within their magical practice. Learn some of our tips for making ends meet, and share with us your own ideas for how to be a budget-savvy Pagan!
Wondering how to get by in tough economic times? One of the first places Pagans and Wiccans cut back on spending is within their magical practice. Learn some of our tips for making ends meet, and share with us your own ideas for how to be a budget-savvy Pagan!
Why Are There Mormon Ads on the Pagan/Wiccan Site?
Many readers write in with comments about the ads for the Church of Latter Day Saints that appear on this website. Here's why you see them, and why it's not necessarily a bad thing that they're on here.
Many readers write in with comments about the ads for the Church of Latter Day Saints that appear on this website. Here's why you see them, and why it's not necessarily a bad thing that they're on here.
Pagan Living on a Budget
When times are tough economically, many Pagans and Wiccans find themselves wondering how they're going to afford the material needs for their spiritual practice. Read on for some tips about living magically in a way that won't break your bank account.
When times are tough economically, many Pagans and Wiccans find themselves wondering how they're going to afford the material needs for their spiritual practice. Read on for some tips about living magically in a way that won't break your bank account.
Pagans and Recovery
Many Pagans find themselves battling additiction and recovery, yet often the traditional 12-Step programs aren't designed to meet the special needs of people on a Pagan or Wiccan path. Here are some resources for Pagans seeking support in their recovery process.
Many Pagans find themselves battling additiction and recovery, yet often the traditional 12-Step programs aren't designed to meet the special needs of people on a Pagan or Wiccan path. Here are some resources for Pagans seeking support in their recovery process.
Setting and Achieving Your Goals - How to Make Sure You Can Achieve Your Goals
For many Pagans and Wiccans, goal-setting and change is part of spiritual transformation... but it's far easier to SAY you have a goal than it is to actually set one. Here are some tips on how to not only set your goals, but also make sure you can see them realized.
For many Pagans and Wiccans, goal-setting and change is part of spiritual transformation... but it's far easier to SAY you have a goal than it is to actually set one. Here are some tips on how to not only set your goals, but also make sure you can see them realized.
Pagans and Polyamory
At some point in interacting with the Pagan community, you may find yourself encountering a person who introduces themselves as "Polyamorous". What does this mean, and how does it work?
At some point in interacting with the Pagan community, you may find yourself encountering a person who introduces themselves as "Polyamorous". What does this mean, and how does it work?
Pagans and Hunting - How Do Pagans Feel About Hunting?
If Pagans are supposed to be a bunch of peaceful, animal-hugging earthy types, how do some of them justify hunting? Read on to find out why hunting is still so important in many Pagan traditions.
If Pagans are supposed to be a bunch of peaceful, animal-hugging earthy types, how do some of them justify hunting? Read on to find out why hunting is still so important in many Pagan traditions.
Pagan Tattoo Gallery
Lots of Pagans and Wiccans express themselves with body art. If you've got a tattoo that shows some aspect of your Pagan or Wiccan religion, we'd love to see it! Send it in, and we'll add it to the photo gallery!
Lots of Pagans and Wiccans express themselves with body art. If you've got a tattoo that shows some aspect of your Pagan or Wiccan religion, we'd love to see it! Send it in, and we'll add it to the photo gallery!
Submit a Photo of Your Pagan or Wiccan Tattoo!
Do you have Pagan or Wiccan body art you'd like to share? Take a photo and send it our way, and it might end up in a photo gallery here at Pagan/Wiccan. Here's how you can submit your photos for inclusion.
Do you have Pagan or Wiccan body art you'd like to share? Take a photo and send it our way, and it might end up in a photo gallery here at Pagan/Wiccan. Here's how you can submit your photos for inclusion.
Techonopaganism - Using New Technology to Study Old Religions
Ever wonder if you really can blend science and spirituality? Is it okay to combine modern technological advances with nature-based religions? Sure! Find out why and how the internet has changed not only what we study and how we study, but who we study it with.
Ever wonder if you really can blend science and spirituality? Is it okay to combine modern technological advances with nature-based religions? Sure! Find out why and how the internet has changed not only what we study and how we study, but who we study it with.
Updates on the West Memphis Three (WM3)
In 1993, three young men were convicted of the brutal murder of three children in West Memphis, Arkansas. The case has gained nationwide attention and has been followed closely by many people of alternative faiths, since one of the convicted men was accused of practicing witchcraft and Satanism in the trial.
In 1993, three young men were convicted of the brutal murder of three children in West Memphis, Arkansas. The case has gained nationwide attention and has been followed closely by many people of alternative faiths, since one of the convicted men was accused of practicing witchcraft and Satanism in the trial.
Meanings and Use of the Word "Warlock"
Call yourself a "warlock" at a Pagan event, and chances are you'll be met with a pretty negative reaction. Find out what the big deal is about "warlock", and why it may not be as horrible as people make it out to be.
Call yourself a "warlock" at a Pagan event, and chances are you'll be met with a pretty negative reaction. Find out what the big deal is about "warlock", and why it may not be as horrible as people make it out to be.
Updates on the Veteran's Pentacle Quest
The Veteran's Pentacle Quest has been an ongoing issue in the news. Here's where you'll find all the updates that are going on with the Veteran's Pentacle Quest.
The Veteran's Pentacle Quest has been an ongoing issue in the news. Here's where you'll find all the updates that are going on with the Veteran's Pentacle Quest.
Ellen Hopman and Selena Fox on the Awen Symbol for Druid Veterans
Author Ellen Hopman and Selena Fox from Circle Sanctuary have been working on getting approval of the Awen Symbol by the Veteran's Administration. Find out how you can help.
Author Ellen Hopman and Selena Fox from Circle Sanctuary have been working on getting approval of the Awen Symbol by the Veteran's Administration. Find out how you can help.
Meet Wiccan Lottery Winner Ellwood "Bunky" Bartlett
Ellwood Bartlett gained instant fame in August, 2007, when he won the MegaMillions lottery. The press found Bartlett intriguing because he's the first openly Wiccan lottery winner in history, and stories appeared all over the place about the opening of a new school for Wiccans and Pagans. Find out in this exclusive interview just what Bartlett really plans to do with his winnings.
Ellwood Bartlett gained instant fame in August, 2007, when he won the MegaMillions lottery. The press found Bartlett intriguing because he's the first openly Wiccan lottery winner in history, and stories appeared all over the place about the opening of a new school for Wiccans and Pagans. Find out in this exclusive interview just what Bartlett really plans to do with his winnings.
How Do Pagans Feel About Homosexuality?
In a spiritual path that often honors the polarity of the masculine and the feminine, how do modern Pagans view homosexuality?
In a spiritual path that often honors the polarity of the masculine and the feminine, how do modern Pagans view homosexuality?
Tips for Non-Pagans Attending a Pagan Ritual
You've been invited to attend a circle or ritual with a Pagan or Wiccan friend -- great! But now what do you do? Here's some advice on what you can expect, and what's expected of you in return.
You've been invited to attend a circle or ritual with a Pagan or Wiccan friend -- great! But now what do you do? Here's some advice on what you can expect, and what's expected of you in return.
How to Come Out of the Broom Closet
For many Wiccans and Pagans, the decision to come out of the broom closet and tell friends and family about their beliefs is a huge decision. How can you make the process a little easier -- and what should you NOT tell people?
For many Wiccans and Pagans, the decision to come out of the broom closet and tell friends and family about their beliefs is a huge decision. How can you make the process a little easier -- and what should you NOT tell people?
Drug and Alcohol Use: A Pagan Perspective
While many people think Pagans and Wiccans are all about "do what feels good", you might be surprised to learn that not everyone is in favor of the use of drugs and alcohol. Find out why there's opposition, in a spiritual path that's normally liberal.
While many people think Pagans and Wiccans are all about "do what feels good", you might be surprised to learn that not everyone is in favor of the use of drugs and alcohol. Find out why there's opposition, in a spiritual path that's normally liberal.
Should You Come Out of the Broom Closet?
Some Pagans and Wiccans choose to keep their beliefs private, while others are open about their spirituality. Coming out of the broom closet is an intensely personal decision, and may not be for everyone. Read on to figure out the pros and cons of outing yourself as a Pagan or Wiccan in today's society.
Some Pagans and Wiccans choose to keep their beliefs private, while others are open about their spirituality. Coming out of the broom closet is an intensely personal decision, and may not be for everyone. Read on to figure out the pros and cons of outing yourself as a Pagan or Wiccan in today's society.
How Do Pagans and Wiccans Feel About Environmental Issues?
Are all Pagans and Wiccans just a bunch of tree-hugging dirt worshippers? Or are they more than that, getting involved in "green" issues such as recycling, global warming, and the fight to save species from extinction?
Are all Pagans and Wiccans just a bunch of tree-hugging dirt worshippers? Or are they more than that, getting involved in "green" issues such as recycling, global warming, and the fight to save species from extinction?
How Do Pagans and Wiccans Feel About Abortion?
Ever wonder what Pagans and Wiccans think about the issue of abortion? You may be surprised to learn that not everyone agrees on the subject.
Ever wonder what Pagans and Wiccans think about the issue of abortion? You may be surprised to learn that not everyone agrees on the subject.