ATLANTA, GA - The Covenant of the Goddess (CoG) has established an Award of Honor for outstanding service to the greater Pagan and Heathen communities in areas such as religious rights, international peace, environmental protection, interfaith leadership and education, the creation of lasting institutions, and the promotion of social justice and civil rights. The CoG …
Month: August 2014

The Covenant of the Goddess adopts formal position on environmental issues
We support local, regional, national, and global efforts to conserve natural resources, to seek clean, sustainable sources of energy, and to re-balance our world.

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)
One of the all-around terrific herbs to support personal strength, creativity and expression is Yarrow (Achillea millefolium). Yes, I know, it's hard to imagine that Summer is coming to a close as the days are obviously shorter and Autumn schedules start to kick in. Where I live, community colleges have started, and folks are selecting …
The Covenant of the Goddess establishes an educational Abuse Advisory Committee
ATLANTA, Georgia - On Aug. 23, the Covenant of the Goddess (CoG), a 39-year-old national organization representing Witches and Wiccans, established an Abuse Advisory Committee to "advise, educate, and support the Covenant on issues of physical and sexual violence." The new committee will consist of members who have professional expertise and training in this field. …
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Juniper Berries May Help Calm Fears
Juniper Berry (Juniperus communis) is a wonderful plant that gives one the courage to face the fear and be open to learning the lessons. I haven’t met a person yet who does not have some kind of irrational fear – even a rational fear – of something. I know I have nightmares from time …

August brings the sun’s rays and Lammas
As the summer sun climbs higher in the sky, and the earth is warmed by its strong rays, we seek the cool indoors or under a shade tree. Gardens are bursting with healthy vegetables and fruits such as vine ripened tomatoes, and the first of the wheat and corn are being harvested. The fragrance of …