As a few of you know, a friend has started a new magazine - "Thorn: Paganism In The Silicon Age".
It would mean a lot to him, and thusly to me, if folks who have an interest in paganism stop by and check it out:
www.Thorn-Magazine.com. And for those of you who are looking for holiday gifts, or simply for good and stimulating reading, consider taking a subscription - they're inexpensive and well-worthwhile!
Feel free to repost this around - aside from the fact that he's a friend, Chip and staff have put together an extremely impressive magazine. And I don't just say that because I have an article in it.
For those of you with something to advertise, they are also offering advertising.
he January 09 online edition of Thorn is now online. Go check it out!
In this edition:
Cherry Hill Seminary to Grant Master's Degrees by Sarah Wilson
Cherry Hill Seminary, the first educational institution in the United States dedicated to graduate-level study programs for Pagan clergy, has officially received degree-granting authority from the state of South Carolina. Starting in mid-to-late 2009, Pagan clergy can earn Master's degrees that will help hone and refine their skills in all aspects of ministry. Read this article
There's Something About Marie by Natalie Zaman
Our fearless writer journeys to a New Orleans still showing the wrath of Katrina in pursuit of the mysterious Voodoo Queen. Who was this woman who effortlessly united Vodou practice with Christianity, and what can we learn from her today? Read this article
Walking the Broken Path by Jimmy Two Hats
What others regard as supernatural superstition is real magick to Pagans--whether it's the spells of Wicca or the black and white of occult magic, witchcraft and mysticism that are part of our heritage. Real magic should be part of what we do, but are we doing it right? Read this article
In Thorn-itself news, we invite your best wit & wisdom in the form of a letter to the editor, sent to thornreactions@gmail.com; we're also offering a $150 gift certificate to King of Swords, a fantastic & varied online store full of various goodies, for the best candid photo of your magazine copy. We put a lot of work into those magazines and want to see you two painting the town red. You don't need to be in the picture-- a photo of your copy of the mag in a movie theater set, next to a bag of popcorn, would be plenty.
And lastly, we have this kooky new idea kicking about how to help Pagans connect to & help charities they care about. Navigate to our new Causes page to find out more-- especially if you're a Pagan merchant! * * *
And for those of you who are looking for holiday gifts, or simply for good and stimulating reading, consider taking a subscription - they're inexpensive and well-worthwhile!
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