Teampall Na Callaighe
An Mhi
of Kells, Co. Meath
Tea
Coven Na Callaighe: is a progressive Wiccan coven which uses Shamanism, psychism and Spirituality as its basis of practise rather than the Alexandrian or Gardnerian traditions (although these are also taught as comparisons). It is polytheistic (gods and goddesses as individual entities in their own right) as opposed to duotheistic ('all gods one god: all goddesses one goddess). Members are taught ritual but the emphasis is on personal connection with deity and spirit forms. Apart from the obvious wicca training (e.g. Spellcraft/Magical Practise, Wheel of the Year, Triple Goddess/Dual God etc.) it also includes:
Spiritual Cosmology and travelling
'Knowledge Based Ritual': The use of energy in ritual (Chakras and Aura levels).
The nature of, and connection with, personal deity to acheive personal initiation
Mediumship and trance techniques
The development of Psychic skills
Initiation is considered to be a spiritual rather than ritual process (If you want more information on this system of training read our new book Progressive Witchcraft)
We do not actively seek members. Becoming a member of the coven is a lengthy process and not for those who are not willing to dedicate themselves completely to divinity and the process of learning - we turn away more than we take on - and it may take several years before being accepted as a member. Coven standards are high and we do not take beginners, only those with at least a basic understanding of what witchcraft and paganism is.
Callaighe Outer-Circle: Is an open neo-pagan worship group affiliated with the Coven, where anyone of likemindeness is welcome to attend (contact us at e-mail below). It meets primarily at major festivals and is involved with the open activities of the Coven. It is not strictly Wiccan but broadly eclectic in nature, and includes Druidic and Shamanistic practises.
Contact Gavin Bone:
E-mail: jsfarrar@eircom.net