Jesus Is My Rock, Refuge, and Fortress discussion
General
>
Introductions (start here, newbies)
Hola. No, I'm not hispanic. I'm Esme, and a firm believer in God!
Cool!! ty
*rubs hands together evilly*
this is going to be fuuuuuuuuuuun. hehe.
*rubs hands together evilly*
this is going to be fuuuuuuuuuuun. hehe.
Hey, I'm luhvBOOKS and a strong follower of Christ. I live for Christ and i would die for Christ since he did that for me on the cross
Hi, I'm Patricia, a fifteen year old Canadian, and though I am religious, I am not a Christian, but I am curious about how this all works, and since I'm taking religion studies (Islam, Buddhism, Christianity, etc) I thought this would be a good group to join :) I would appreciate it if you would not try to convert me, for I'm set in my pagan/wiccan ways, but I hope to get to know you all :)
Welcome :)
We won't try and convert you, and I'm super interested in different religions too, so we'll definately get along.
We won't try and convert you, and I'm super interested in different religions too, so we'll definately get along.
Seems so.
I went on a nature trip with a group of wiccans. It was really cool.
I went on a nature trip with a group of wiccans. It was really cool.
I think it's a neopagan religion, that focuses on witchcraft, nature, and worshipping a goddess and a god. I'm sure Patricia could explain it better though.
Yeah, that's the basics of it :)Wicca is a Neopagan religion and a form of modern witchcraft. Often referred to as Witchcraft or the Craft, its adherents are commonly referred to as Wiccans, or as Witches or Crafters.
Developing in England in the first half of the 20th century, Wicca was popularised in the 1950s and early 1960s by a Wiccan High Priest named Gerald Gardner, who at the time called it the "witch cult" and "witchcraft," and its adherents "the Wica." From the 1960s onward, the name of the religion was normalised to "Wicca."
Wicca is typically a duotheistic religion, worshipping a goddess and a god, who are traditionally viewed as the Triple Goddess and Horned God. These two deities are often viewed as being facets of a greater pantheistic godhead, and as manifesting themselves as various polytheistic deities. Nonetheless, there are also other theological positions within the Craft, ranging from monotheism to atheism. Wicca also involves the ritual practice of magic, largely influenced by the ceremonial magic of previous centuries, often in conjunction with a broad code of morality known as the Wiccan Rede, although this is not adhered to by all Witches. Another characteristic of the Craft is the celebration of seasonally-based festivals, known as Sabbats, of which there are usually eight in number annually.
There are various different denominations within Witchcraft, which are referred to as traditions. Some, such as Gardnerian and Alexandrian Wicca, follow in the initiatory lineage of Gardner; these are often collectively termed British Traditional Wicca, and many of their practitioners consider the term Wicca to apply only to these lineaged traditions. Others, such as Cochrane's Craft, Feri and the Dianic tradition, take primary influence from other figures and may not insist on any initiatory lineage. Some of these do not use the word "Wicca" at all, instead preferring to be referred to only as "Witchcraft," while others believe that all traditions can be considered "Wiccan."
The only rule is to follow the creed, disobey it, and it will come back thrice to smote you. Or something like that ;)
So how do you pray? Is there a specific ritual? And is there like things you have to complete in your life if you're Wiccan?
this is cool. Welcome, Patricia. Dont worry this is a good group with ah-mazing mods. You will feel good here.
*blushes*
Wait, you were referring to Kelsey right? heh.
Wait, you were referring to Kelsey right? heh.
Esme wrote: "So how do you pray? Is there a specific ritual? And is there like things you have to complete in your life if you're Wiccan?"*coughs* I'm a lone witch (a hedge-witch), and don't do Sabbaths with a coven, but there are certain things your expected to do. Here's a thing from Wikipedia:
There are many rituals within Wicca that are used when celebrating the Sabbats, worshipping the deities and working magic. Often these take place on a full moon, or in some cases a new moon, which is known as an Esbat. In typical rites, the coven or solitary assembles inside a ritually cast and purified magic circle. Casting the circle may involve the invocation of the "Guardians" of the cardinal points, alongside their respective classical element; Air, Fire, Water and Earth. Once the circle is cast, a seasonal ritual may be performed, prayers to the God and Goddess are said, and spells are sometimes worked. These rites often include a special set of magical tools. These usually include a knife called an athame, a wand, a pentacle and a chalice, but other tools include a broomstick known as a besom, a cauldron, candles, incense and a curved blade known as a boline. An altar is usually present in the circle, on which ritual tools are placed and representations of the God and the Goddess may be displayed. Before entering the circle, some traditions fast for the day, and/or ritually bathe. After a ritual has finished, the God, Goddess and Guardians are thanked and the circle is closed.
There's also certain days that are special to us, like Yule and Samhain.
Hi! Clarinet_friend13 here, and I am a Lutheran, which is another form of Christianity!!!!!!! I am a firm believer in God, and I love him so much!
Esme wrote: "*blushes*Wait, you were referring to Kelsey right? heh."
Mods..plural..u too Esme
yup. especially since my brother just called me a germy goober. a compliment is appreciated.
Hi, I am not a Christian but actually Buddhist. I joined this group not to bash you or tell you that you are wrong, I agree that you have every right to believe in whatever you want. I joined because I wanted to understand what you believe and more importantly why.
Մենք մենակ wrote: "Hi, I am not a Christian but actually Buddhist. I joined this group not to bash you or tell you that you are wrong, I agree that you have every right to believe in whatever you want. I joined becau..."
WELL WE ARE HERE.
Esme wrote: "*blushes*
Wait, you were referring to Kelsey right? heh."
YOU FLATTER ME. I LOVE YOU.
clarinet_friend13 wrote: "Hi! Clarinet_friend13 here, and I am a Lutheran, which is another form of Christianity!!!!!!! I am a firm believer in God, and I love him so much!"
SUP?
WELL WE ARE HERE.
Esme wrote: "*blushes*
Wait, you were referring to Kelsey right? heh."
YOU FLATTER ME. I LOVE YOU.
clarinet_friend13 wrote: "Hi! Clarinet_friend13 here, and I am a Lutheran, which is another form of Christianity!!!!!!! I am a firm believer in God, and I love him so much!"
SUP?
Yay! Glad you are here =)
Wait, so why do you want to understand our religion? Are you trying to convert or learn about it for school or something??
Just because most my family are Christians and most of American ( Were I currently live). I don't completely understand your beliefs and am just a curious person.
Hey, guys! I am Jewish and Christian by blood, but my family isn't religious, and if anything, I really like Buddha. However, I've been really curious about everything, since I recently became friends with quite a few Christians.
Okay, welcome Մենք մենակ and Zora. We're all curious creatures here too, so I'll probably grill ya'll with questions because I'm wierd like that. Ask Kelsey :)
Don't worry, I don't bite.
Don't worry, I don't bite.
Okay. You do that, I love questions.
I do too, but I got to go right now. If you leave me a question I promise to answer it!
Howdy, Im Harley and im hoping to get more connected with God and im hoping i could have some help:]
Welcome, Harley. We're all here to help :)
hello, my name is ------------------- sorry its a seacret LOL!u can call me star!
Hello. I am Julia. I have questions, but I am a strong Christian.
Hey I'm Megamarie. I was born a Christian. lmao. I'm still a Christian. Although I don't go to church very often ( hadn't been in church for months), I'm a believer. Sometimes I act as if I'm an athiest because all my friends are athiests. I always listen to their opinions and all. I agree that they have a point but it still won't stop me from believing in Him.
I'm Bailey. I feel I'm where I need to be right now in my relationship with God.
I'm Whitney. I believe in god 100%!
I am Kelsey and I am a strong and getting stronger christian.