Sunday, March 16, 2014

Rock Your Chakras! (Parts 3 - 5), Upcoming Class, & A Special Anniversary.

It's been a busy couple of months, and I apologize for not posting in a while. We've all been right and thoroughly frozen to the core this Winter, and we are finally able to see that gradually warming light at the end of the proverbial tunnel. Ostara is fast approaching, and with that brings another very special occasion. On March 20th, 2014 The Coven of Sangha-Shō will be celebrating our 10th Anniversary!

Many things have changed and developed since our inception. Faces have come and gone, but our dedication to The Goddess and the Community, both Pagan and Non-Pagan alike, has only grown and strengthened over the years. Blessed Be The Coven of Sangha-Shō, and Blessed be all those who have touched our hearts, and crossed our Paths as we've embarked on this prodigious Journey. We look forward to many more years of being able to Serve in whatever manner She calls us to.

Today I'm catching you all up with the "Rock Your Chakras" series of articles written by The Coven of Sangha-Shō's very own "Crystal Lady": Moria! After you've read about how to sufficiently rock some of your chakras, I'll fill you in on our upcoming "Spell Writing & Books of Shadows" class. So, let's get on with it, shall we?


Part 3 - Strengthening the Solar Plexus

Above your belly button sits your Solar Plexus Charka. It deals with personal power, strength of will, self-mastery, self-esteem, and individuality.
 
Highly energizing, Citrine is a great choice for working with this chakra. Citrine promotes and encourages creativity, self-confidence, self-esteem, motivation, and self-expression.
 
Stand in front of a full length mirror. Picture a flame in the middle of your solar plexus. This is your fiery spirit, unique to you. Watch it burn and flicker. Hold the citrine against your chakra and visualize it glowing with a yellow light. See the light pulse, growing bigger and brighter. Draw that light into your solar plexus, watch it feed the flame. As your flame grows stronger and brighter, say your affirmations out loud to your reflection.
 
Affirmation: I treat myself with respect, love, and compassion. I choose how I think and behave. I accept my power.
 
Part 4 - Healing the Heart
 
At the center of the body is your Heart Chakra. This is the chakra of compassion and love; governing all relationships and interactions.
 
Less common, but worth seeking out, Green Tourmaline is beneficial for opening the heart chakra. By dispelling fears and promoting compassion, patience, and empathy, this stone transforms negativity into positive energy.
 
Kneel with head bowed, hands in prayer position over your heart, cradling your tourmaline in your palms. Create a circuit of pulsing energy between your heart and hands. With each beat, "pull" energy from your body up to your heart and send it around the circuit. As it passes through the tourmaline, see any dark spots dissolve, leaving only bright white energy flowing. Share this energy from your heart with the world.
 
Affirmation: I grow through compassion. By giving and receiving love unconditionally, I am transformed. Love is the answer.
 
Part 5 - The Thoughtful Throat
 
The Throat Chakra is the fifth chakra energy center. Sitting beneath your chin, this chakra is responsible for communication and creativity.
 
Turquoise is used in healing the throat chakra. It enhances all aspects of communication: between people, the body and mind, and the physical and spiritual planes. It releases inhibitions, allowing the soul to express itself.
 
Lay down and breathe deeply. Place the stone on your throat. Breathe out and make an "eeeee" sound. Listen to the sound vibrate your throat and the stone. Play with the pitch of your "eeeee" as you breath out. Feel how the turquoise's vibration changes, speeding up as your pitch raises and slowing as your pitch lowers. Feel your chakra absorb the now vibrating bright blue energy from the turquoise.
 
Affirmation: I speak my truth in love. I know when to listen. With truth I create my peace.
 
~ The Crystal Lady aka Moria
 
Upcoming Class:
 
Spell Writing & Books of Shadows:
In this 3 session class you will...
  • learn the grammar of spell writing
  • learn how rhythm & rhyme raise energy
  • learn how to cast while solo or in groups through various methods
  • reflect on how you would like to create your B.O.S. (Book of Shadows)
  • learn how the Goddess guides you in this sacred act of making your book be an extension of who you are
Sessions are Tuesdays from 6-9 pm: April 22nd, April 29th, & May 6th
 
Most materials provided 
 
Fee: $15 (suggested donation)
 
To register: Email sanghasho@hotmail.com w/ Full Name, Contact Phone #, and Mailing Address.  
 

Sunday, January 5, 2014

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.



-- 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!


Monday, November 25, 2013

Newsletter #5, Featured Article: Rock Your Chakras (Part 1)

Hello again, everyone! The cold is finally upon us here in the North East, and so is the latest issue of the Sangha-Shō News.



-- A look at Hecate
-- Some info on Pine
-- A Yule craft to do with the kids
-- A Sneak Peak at Future Classes
-- Others Misc. tidbits worth checking out




We're also featuring Part 1 of the 8 part series: Rock Your Chakras, written by our very own Moria, aka: The Crystal Lady! Enjoy!





The Root Chakra 
is located at the base of your spine. It deals with home, family, health, finances, trust, nourishment, security, survival and stability.

Red Jasper 
is the stone to use for this chakra. It's extremely protective. It rectifies unjust situations, grounds energy and calms the emotions. It is a stone of health and strength. 
Hold the stone in your hand or against your root chakra. Visualize a beam of red light projecting from your root chakra. It touches and envelopes the stone, creating a link between them. See yourself in your "safe place", surrounded by friends and family. The light surrounding the red jasper grows. Feelings of safety and security wash over you. Pull the energy back from the stone and into your root chakra.

Affirmation:  I am vibrant, aroused with life-force. My strength grounds me. I will survive.

~ The Crystal Lady aka Moria



Keep an eye out for our next Issue of the Sangha-Shō News & Part 2 of 
this series. In the meantime, check out the rest of Issue #5!


Thursday, November 21, 2013

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 - 

 

Don't Forget About Our Holiday Party & Cookie Exchange!
(RSVP for the Holiday Party By Dec 13th)

Sunday, November 17, 2013

Holiday Party & Cookie Exchange


 


The Coven of Sangha-Shō, Inc. presents our annual:
Holiday Party & Yule Cookie Exchange!

Come celebrate the Yuletide Season with
 Cheer, Fun, Good Company & Good Food!
 





Date: Friday December 13, 2013
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 
Place: Sangha-Shō Covenstead


**Please use back door **


RSVP by December 10th

By phone/text: (585) 300-3148

Bring Your Holiday Spirit & an Appetite!

Cookie Exchange is OPTIONAL! If you want to participate- read below!
  



COOKIE EXCHANGE
Bake a few dozen of your favorite Holiday cookies!
Bring your cookies and the recipe to the cookie exchange-
TRADE and go home with an assortment of cookies and new recipes!

For Cookie Exchange Please Bring:

  • Cookies to share 
  • Recipes to share 
  • Stories about where your cookies came from 
  • A box to pick out your own assortment of cookies to bring home