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Stories by HPS Kassia
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Coming Together in Gratitude for Pagan Picnic and our Community
<p>By now you have heard the news that this year’s St. Louis Pagan Picnic has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 national emergency. The amazing volunteer Picnic staff and team are to be commended for making this incredibly wise and selfless decision! Sometimes the best decisions are also the hardest decisions. The more difficult choice … <a href="https://sheamorgan.wordpress.com/2020/03/21/coming-together-in-gratitude-for-pagan-picnic-and-our-community/" class="more-l

Kassia S. Morgan, HPS
Mar 21, 20205 min read


Online Winter Solstice / Yule Ritual for Spirit's Edge by Kassia S. Morgan, HPS
<p>The Spirit’s Edge Shamonial Temple had its in-person Winter Solstice / Yule Ritual & Salon on Sat., Dec. 15. While this online version is a greatly pared down version of our in-person ritual, it is powerful in its own right and will connect you with the greater workings of our Temple. About our Winter Solstice … <a href="https://sheamorgan.wordpress.com/2018/12/21/online-winter-solstice-yule-ritual-for-spirits-edge-by-kassia-s-morgan-hps/" class="more-link">Cont

Kassia S. Morgan, HPS
Dec 21, 201812 min read


Michaelmas & Autumn Equinox Online Ritual by Kassia S. Morgan, HPS
<p>The Spirit’s Edge Shamonial Temple had its in-person Autumn Equinox / Mabon Ritual & Salon on Sat., Sept. 22. While this online version is a greatly pared down version of our in-person ritual, it is powerful in its own right and will connect you with the greater workings of our Temple. About our Autumn Equinox … <a href="https://sheamorgan.wordpress.com/2018/09/28/michaelmas-autumn-equinox-online-ritual-by-spirits-edge-shamonial-temple/" class="more-link">Contin

Kassia S. Morgan, HPS
Sep 28, 20189 min read


Online Ritual for Lughnasadh / Lammas
<p>I was inspired by the Full Moon and Total Lunar Eclipse yesterday, and today after doing the initial setup for the Spirit’s Edge Lughnasadh Ritual & Salon tonight, to write a new online ritual to share with everyone. This is different than our ritual tonight, though of course there are consistent themes with the First … <a href="https://sheamorgan.wordpress.com/2018/07/28/online-ritual-for-lughnasadh/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reade

Kassia S. Morgan, HPS
Jul 28, 201810 min read


Inspiration & Magick
<p>I find that inspiration and magick go hand-in-hand. Where do you find your inspiration? Here’s where I found mine this morning… I booted up the computer to an inspirational video from the gig on the big project I’m working on. It came from the initial research I did back in January and February. It is … <a href="https://sheamorgan.wordpress.com/2017/05/11/inspiration-and-magick/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Inspiration & M

Kassia S. Morgan, HPS
May 11, 20172 min read


Spider & the Web of Community: A 2016 St. Louis Pagan Picnic Program Book Essay by Kassia S. Morgan
<p>The St. Louis Pagan Picnic program book supports this amazing pagan festival in our community, and I wanted to share with you the essay I donated to the 2016 Pagan Picnic book. For more info on the Spirit’s Edge Shamonial Temple’s booth at this year’s Pagan Picnic, please join our Spirit’s Edge Booth at Pagan Picnic public … <a href="https://sheamorgan.wordpress.com/2017/05/04/spider-the-web-of-community-a-2016-st-louis-pagan-picnic-essay-by-shea-morgan/" clas

Kassia S. Morgan, HPS
May 4, 20178 min read


Beltane Online Ritual by Spirit's Edge Shamonial Temple
<p>The Spirit’s Edge Shamonial Temple had its in-person Beltane Ritual and Salon on Sat., April 22, 2017. While this online version is a greatly pared down version of our in-person ritual, it is powerful in its own right and will connect you with the greater workings of our Temple. About our Beltane Ritual Thanks so much … <a href="https://sheamorgan.wordpress.com/2017/04/30/beltane-online-ritual-by-spirits-edge-shamonial-temple/" class="more-link">Continue reading <sp

Kassia S. Morgan, HPS
Apr 30, 20178 min read


Online Ostara / Spring Equinox Ritual by Kassia S. Morgan, HPS
<p>The Spirit’s Edge Shamonial Temple had its in-person Ostara / Spring Equinox Ritual and Salon on Sat., March 25, 2017. While this online version is a greatly pared down version of our in-person ritual, it is powerful in its own right and will connect you with the greater workings of our Temple. Everyone is also … <a href="https://sheamorgan.wordpress.com/2017/03/26/online-ostara-spring-equinox-ritual-by-spirits-edge-shamonial-temple/" class="more-link">Continue read

Kassia S. Morgan, HPS
Mar 26, 201710 min read


Yule / Winter Solstice Online Ritual by Kassia S. Morgan, HPS
<p>The Spirit’s Edge Shamonial Temple had its in-person Yule / Winter Solstice Ritual and Salon on Sat., Dec. 17. While this online version is a greatly pared down version of our in-person ritual, though a little more involved than some of our online rituals, it is powerful in its own right and will connect you with the … <a href="https://sheamorgan.wordpress.com/2016/12/19/yule-winter-solstice-online-ritual-by-spirits-edge-shamonial-temple/" class="more-link">Continue

Kassia S. Morgan, HPS
Dec 19, 201610 min read


My Journey with the Apple Tree
<p>This morning I gazed out over my morning coffee into the magick that is my backyard. So much magick to be found in nature if only one pauses, takes a moment, to reflect and connect. I noticed in particular one red leaf on my Gala Apple Tree. I have great love for this apple tree. … <a href="https://sheamorgan.wordpress.com/2016/12/03/my-journey-with-the-apple-tree/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">My Journey with the Apple Tree</s
sheri865
Dec 3, 201615 min read


Essay on the Ancestors of the Craft, Ted Andrews
<p>Today I have spent time honoring my ancestors, of blood, of milk and of tradition – the Witches, Shamans and Mages who have gone before. Yesterday was Thanksgiving, and on this special day of family, I wore a necklace I was gifted from my grandmother upon her death in 2011 – my first set of … <a href="https://sheamorgan.wordpress.com/2016/11/25/essay-on-the-ancestors-of-the-craft-ted-andrews/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader
sheri865
Nov 25, 20168 min read


Samhain / All Hallows’ Eve Online Ritual by Spirit’s Edge Shamonial Temple
<p>The Spirit’s Edge Shamonial Temple had its in-person Samhain / All Hallows’ Eve Ritual and Salon on Sat., Oct. 29. While this online version is a greatly pared down version of our in-person ritual, though a little more involved than some of our online rituals, it is powerful in its own right and will connect … <a href="https://sheamorgan.wordpress.com/2016/10/31/samhain-all-hallows-eve-online-ritual-by-spirits-edge-shamonial-temple/" class="more-link">Continue readi
sheri865
Oct 31, 20169 min read
Online Lammas / Lughnasadh Ritual by Spirit’s Edge Shamonial Temple
<p>Tonight, Sat., August 6, the Spirit’s Edge Shamonial Temple will have its in-person Lammas / Lughnasadh / First Harvest Ritual & Salon. All are welcome to attend! Our in-person gatherng begins 6:30 p.m. at The Hearth Room located in Webster Groves. Just join the Lammas / Lughnasadh ritual event page as “going” and/or email ravins52252@mypacks.net to … <a href="https://sheamorgan.wordpress.com/2016/08/06/online-mundus-patet-lammas-lughnasadh-ritual-by-spirits-edg
sheri865
Aug 6, 201610 min read


The Voice of a Priestess of Iya: A cultural perspective on African spiritual traditions and beliefs
<p>The Spirit’s Edge Shamonial Temple held its Midsummer / Summer Solstice Ritual & Salon on Saturday. It was an incredibly beautiful and powerful ritual partnering with Yemoja / Yemaya, Oshun / Osun, Papa Legba / Elegba and Erzulie, who approached us in the spring asking for this ritual in their honor. It was a beautiful … <a href="https://sheamorgan.wordpress.com/2016/06/20/the-voice-of-a-priestess-of-iya-a-cultural-perspective-on-african-spiritual-traditions-and
sheri865
Jun 20, 20168 min read


Online Midsummer Ritual by Spirit’s Edge Shamonial Temple
<p>The Spirit’s Edge Shamonial Temple will have its in-person Midsummer / Summer Solstice Ritual & Salon tonight – Saturday night, June 18. All are welcome to attend! It is 6:30 p.m. at The Ethical Society. Just join the public Midsummer event page as “going” or email ravins52252@mypacks.net to sign up! For those who are not able to participate with us … <a href="https://sheamorgan.wordpress.com/2016/06/18/online-midsummer-ritual-by-spirits-edge-shamonial-temple/"
sheri865
Jun 18, 20168 min read


Spirit’s Edge Online Ritual to Honor Hekate (Hecate)
<p>Welcome to Spirit’s Edge 4th ritual participating in the Rite of Her Sacred Fires! We would love to have you all share your experiences with this ritual on our Spirit’s Edge: A Seeker’s Salon group page (posts are private – just click the group page and ask to join) and our Spirit’s Edge Shamonial Temple’s … <a href="https://sheamorgan.wordpress.com/2016/05/21/spirits-edge-online-ritual-to-honor-hekate-hecate-2016/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span cla
sheri865
May 21, 201610 min read


Online Ostara Ritual to Resurrect Osiris by Spirit’s Edge Shamonial Temple
<p>On Sat. night, March 19, the Spirit’s Edge Shamonial Temple will have its in person Ostara Salon & Ritual to Resurrect Osiris. All are welcome to attend! It is 6:30 p.m. at The Ethical Society. Just join the Ostara / Spring Equinox event page as “going” and/or email ravins52252@mypacks.net to sign up. For those who … <a href="https://sheamorgan.wordpress.com/2016/03/18/online-ostara-ritual-by-spirits-edge-shamonial-temple/" class="more-link">Continue reading <sp
sheri865
Mar 18, 201611 min read
Empaths, Emotions and Unconditional Love
<p>Feelings. Sometimes the word scares people. Oh no, that person expresses emotions, they have feelings! Then the judgment sets in. The dreaded they’re too “emotional.” I’ve had others tell me that emotions scare them, that they can’t handle emotions. I’ve heard others described as being too “emotional” or even had myself described that way at … <a href="https://sheamorgan.wordpress.com/2016/03/02/empaths-emotions-and-unconditional-love/" class="more-link">Continue re
sheri865
Mar 2, 20168 min read


What is Life Coaching, Shamanic Healing & Reiki?
<p>This gorgeous snowy day has me all cozy and feeling the love, and I want to share it with you. For over 25 years, I’ve worked in public policy and all that jazz. I love it and still do! Yet I also do a lot of other fun and amazing things, which bring a lot … <a href="https://sheamorgan.wordpress.com/2016/02/24/what-is-life-coaching-shamanic-healing-reiki/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">What is Life Coaching, Shamanic Healing &am
sheri865
Feb 24, 20164 min read
Civil War – Family Stories & Farm Lore
<p>This is a series of short stories told to me as a little girl as it tied into the Civil War near our family “Century” farm in Northeast Missouri. Last night my parents shared something with me, a piece of cultural history from 140 years ago in the form of an article from a town … <a href="https://sheamorgan.wordpress.com/2016/02/20/civil-war-family-stories-and-farm-lore/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Civil War ̵
sheri865
Feb 20, 20169 min read
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