Join us for Lammas! - 2014 Gathering of the Tribes

Come One Come All!!!

Every Lammas is special, but this year it's EXTRA special! Why? Because it's a Gathering of the Tribes event, THAT'S why!

What does that mean? Well, it means that the ritual is a collaborative effort between the covens that are members of The Circle of Tribes.

Who's going to be there? When is it? How do you RSVP? Where is it? All the info worth knowing is provided below:

Covens of The Circle of Tribes ( Daughters of Bast, Sisters of Medusa, Circle of the Green, Path of Eternal Light, and The Coven of Sangha-Shō) Solitaries & Visitors Friends & Family Neighbors & Earth Friendly People! 

When:

Saturday, August 2, 2014

1:30 pm- Gather, organize food, and socialize
2:00 pm- Ritual
3:15- 5pm- Buffet dinner/fellowship

How to RSVP:

RSVP by 8/1/14 via your HP/HPS or, if not part of a group, directly to sanghasho@hotmail.com

Provide the following information:

1. How many in your group that are attending

2. What type of dish you are bringing based on your LAST NAME!!!

Last Name A-H: Main Dish or Casserole Dish

Last Name I-P: Salad and 1 liter beverage

Last Name Q-Z: Appetizer or Dessert

> PLEASE if you are bringing a Vegetarian or Gluten Free dish, please label it as such.[Dishware, cups, napkins, etc., provided]

Where: 

The Coven of Sangha-Shō Covenstead in Irondequoit, NY (If you are unfamiliar with where we are located, the address will be provided after you RSVP)

Other Particulars: 

Dress - Where whatever you wish, please be comfortable! If part of a coven, check with your HP/HPS as to their preference; ritual garb is always welcome! 

Parking - With such a large group, parking will be at a premium, so PLEASE CARPOOL! Use driveway spots, if available, or road and side road parking. 

Chairs - If you have sturdy folding chairs, please bring them.

Rock Your Chakras: Part 6, Events, & Newsletter #10

Hello, hello! The warmer weather has finally started to show it's lovely face to us here in Western NY and we all couldn't possibly be happier about it!

There's a lot in the works at the Covenstead including: Open Beltane Ritual on Saturday May 3rd, Open Dyad Moon Esbat on Friday May 16th, and the continued planning of our Trip to Europe for Lammas 2015! There's updated information regarding the 2015 trip as well as several informative articles in Newsletter Issue #10.

And NOW it's time for part 6 of the Rock your Chakras series!

Part 6 - Opening the Eye

Powers of insight, imagination, and intuition are gathered in the Brow/Third Eye Chakra. These energies are collected between the eyes in the center of the forehead.

Opening the gates of spiritual perception is the job of Sodalite. This stone aids in silencing mundane thoughts so the mind may receive information from higher planes of existence.

Gaze at the streaks of white running through the deep blue sodalite. Close your eyes but continue picturing the stone. Watch as the white streaks begin to glow and spark, dancing like lighting across the rich blue surface. Bring the stone to your brow. Feel the lightning energy strike your third eye, creating a clear pathway for divine wisdom and energy to flow into you. Listen and be the conduit of Spirit.

Affirmation: I see with clarity and listen to wisdom. I trust my intuition. I am open.

~ The Crystal Lady aka Moria

Newsletter #6, Featured Article: Rock Your Chakras (Part 2)

Hello again, everyone! This issue of the Sangha-Shō News is being posted a little late, as I was so caught up in the hustle and bustle of the holidays, that I almost forgot about it! I do apologize.

In This Issue:

-- 2014 Open Esbat Schedule (Tentative)
-- Some info on Mistletoe
-- Ideas for Pagan Kids
-- A Sneak Peak at Future Classes
-- Others Misc. tidbits worth checking out

We're also featuring Part 2 of the 8 part series: Rock Your Chakras, written by our very own Moria, aka: The Crystal Lady! Enjoy!

The Sacral Chakra is located below the belly button. It deals with emotions, sexuality, and pleasure.

One of the most beneficial stones for strengthening the sacral chakra is Carnelian. It's influence can stabilize the emotions, restore vitality, encourage creativity, enhance courage, and stimulate sexuality.

It is important for the piece of carnelian that you choose to be visually appealing to you and comfortable for you to hold.

Gaze into the carnelian. Become entranced with the colors and shape, take joy in its sight and feel. "Hear" in your mind your favorite pieces of music. "Taste" your favorite meal. As you take pleasure from your senses, place the stone to your sacral chakra, and see the carnelian pulse with orange energy. Draw that energy into your chakra.

 

Affirmation:  I am healthy and strong. My feelings are stable. I deserve pleasure in my life.

~ The Crystal Lady aka Moria

Keep an eye out for our next Issue of the Sangha-Shō News & Part 3 of 

this series. In the meantime, check out the rest of Issue #6!

Celebrate the Return of the Light With The Coven of Sangha-Sho

Come and Join The Coven of Sangha-Sho on Saturday, December 21st to Celebrate Yule and the Return of the Light!

The evening will be filled with many festivities including our Open Yule Circle, followed by a late meal and our optional Ornament & Gift Exchanges.

There will even be gifts for the kiddies from Papa Sun! (Be sure to include them in your RSVP so he knows they'll be there!)

All details are included in the image below. 

Please RSVP by Friday December 20th - 

• Via email: sanghasho@hotmail.com 
• Via text: 585-300-3148

 

Don't Forget About Our Holiday Party & Cookie Exchange!

(RSVP for the Holiday Party By Dec 13th)

Come Celebrate Mabon with The Coven of Sangha-Shō

The Coven of Sangha-Shō Invites you to Our 9th Annual Mabon Gathering!

 Harvest Circle Celebration!!

When:              Sunday, September 22 , 2013  

• 1:30pm- gather- organize food & socialize
• 2:00pm - Open Ritual
• 3:15pm - Thanksgiving Feast (details at bottom)

Where:            Sangha-Shō Covenstead in Irondequoit (Please contact us for address)

Who:                The Coven of Sangha-Shō, Inc. Inner & Outer Circles, Family, Friends, and Visitors!

Why:                To celebrate the second Harvest Festival – Mabon!!

PLEASE RSVP by September 21 using any of the following:

 by email: sanghasho@hotmail.com  by text/phone 585-300-3148

Mabon-Thanksgiving Dinner!

What to bring:

For Ritual- wear casual clothing or ritual garb if you have it

For Dinner- Please bring a dish to pass!!  A thanksgiving type dish if at all possible!

• Last Names- A- M: please bring either a main meal or casserole-type dish 
• Last Names- N-Z: please bring- either a salad type or appetizer-type dish

(Be aware, the oven will NOT be available- plan accordingly microwave only)

(Please refrain from bringing desserts- there will be a Mabon Cake after feasting)

            *** If you have a sturdy card table & folding chairs PLEASE bring them for dinner***

PLEASE RSVP!!- This is a formal dinner- with place settings etc., not a buffet! We really need a head count!! Please let us know what dish you plan on bringing so we don’t have multiples of the same thing!