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Witchcraft, Shamanism
& Magick V - Seminary

Mystery School

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Welcome to Witchcraft, Shamanism
& Magick I! 
Registration opens November 1 for March 1 apprenticeships.

Witchcraft, Shamanism & Magick V

WSM V: Seminary in Witchcraft, Shamanism & Magick - Living in Service to Spirit & Community

WSM V is the seminary / ministerial year, the seminal year, the fifth  and final year of your journey through the Spirit's Edge Mystery School. It is the fifth year in a five-degree system of Witchcraft, Shamanism & Magick (WSM) training corresponding to the five degrees in the Spirit’s Edge Shamonial Temple & Tradition.

 

Our teacher is High Priestess and Founder Kassia S. Morgan, who personally serves as the apprenticeship mentor for each student in the Mystery School. Entrance to WSM V is selective as it is the year of the High Priest/ess and those who may move on to become a Minister after graduation.

 

Continue reading below for more detailed information and registration dates.

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WSM V Details

Registration Opens April 1 for our next WSM V Apprenticeships beginning August 1

Join us for Witchcraft, Shamanism & Magick V, a one-year seminary in Witchcraft, Shamanism & Magick, the last year of the Spirit's Edge Mystery School, and the path to living a life of service to Spirit and community.  In this class, we will be taking our Work to the next level in preparation for sharing The Great Work with the community, building our community at Spirit's Edge. At this level, we become the magick, we are the magick, surrounded and filled with Spirit and doing the Work of the Divine in this world and in all worlds.

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Successful completion of the first four years of this Mystery School has prepared you for the rigorous work of WSM V, year five in the Mystery School. To live in service to Spirit and to the community, you must first live in service to yourself and do your own inner Work. As we say in Martha Beck Life Coaching speak, you must first "live it to give it."  

 

Given the seriousness of this Work for our Temple, acceptance into WSM V is highly selective and not guaranteed, even when having successfully completed the first four levels of the Spirit's Edge Mystery School. This is given the nature of WSM V, as it also directly relates to the Work of the Spirit’s Edge Shamonial Temple and our service to Spirit, the Temple of the Twelve Signs on the Inner Planes, and in the community. Acceptance into WSM V is at the sole discretion of the instructor and her view of compatibility with and the leadership roles within the public Work of our Temple.

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Class begins with WSM V - Part I a seven-week intensive working through the lessons of the Living Temple of Witchcraft: Volume I: The Descent of the Goddess (LTOW1). We will partner with the Underworld and the Descent of the Goddess and our own shadow selves, taking the lessons of WSM III to a deeper level. We will explore the Mysteries of Witchcraft, Shamanism and Magick, taking them to a higher octave of the Violet Ray. (The Violet Ray is a combination and higher octave of the powers of Love, Power and Wisdom / the Three Rays / Powers - and more.) We will explore and embrace Inanna's journey through the seven gates of the Underworld and will partner with her and the Spirit's Edge Shamonial Temple & Tradition (SEST&T) guides and allies to discover those Mysteries and gain in wisdom and discernment.

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On this journey, following the framework of the LTOW1 book, we will explore the Mysteries through a connection of the seven gates of the Underworld with the seven chakras. We will further transform ourselves by releasing what no longer serves, making room for the blessings and work of the remainder of the year through our work with the LTOW2 structure and additional teachings, including on the SEST&T. Through this work, you will integrate your own magick into your Work as a High Priestess/Priest The LTOW1 book, which is required reading *prior* to the start of the four week intensive, includes topics such as: pagan exploration through time, initiation, power of healing, ethics, your soul history / past lives / soul lessons, partnering with your Master Teacher, developing your own spiritual laws and receiving your secret names of the Goddess and God (topics adapted from the LTOW1 table of contents). We will undergo a guided journey in each of the lessons of LTOW1 and the SEST&T during these seven weeks. Homework will be required weekly for Part I.

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After our first seven weeks, we will continue on a year-long journey working with many books and teachings, and bringing through teachings of the Spirit's Edge Shamonial Temple and Tradition (SEST&T) beginning on October 1. The framework / structure for this journey will be based on the Living Temple of Witchcraft Volume II: The Journey of the God (LTOW2) book. Onto this structure, additional teachings of the SEST&T will be incorporated, furthering our awareness, and partnering with different wisdom traditions, including teachings of the don Miguel Ruiz family, our SEST&T spirit allies / The Hidden Company, and other teachers through time.​

 

As the LTOW1 book description outlines, this book "Explores the quest of the God. The twelve signs of the zodiac represent the God’s symbolic journey through the sky. Each archetypal astrological force offers readers unique insight into the mysteries and the role of a high priest or high priestess. This manual of practical exercise, witchcraft theology, and ministerial advice also explores witchcraft and the modern world, discussing how contemporary issues can be approached from the perspective of witchcraft spirituality." And topics include: "magickal education through the zodiac signs, learning tools for pagan ministers, ancestor work, trance work with deeper plant spirit partnership, mediumship and creating your own personal pantheon aligned with each of the zodiac signs." 


Through the additional SEST&T teachings, following along this framework, you will learn more about the Temple of the Twelve Signs that supports the Great Work of our Temple on the Inner Planes. You will commune and partner with the 12 Goddesses, 12 Gods and 12 Members of the Hidden Company that make up the Temple of the Twelve Signs. You will experience the gateways and pathways and will be invited to properly enter the Temple of the Twelve Signs, which is overlaid with our Spirit's Edge Shamonial Temple. You will also journey through the gateways within our Temple to enter the Mysteries of our Temple within, including the 12 Stations of the Temple of the Twelve Signs. You will learn the signs, symbols, utterances, virtues and more of each Station.


Each of our 12 Stations represents a level of spiritual development and a level of Service to the Great Work. The Violet Ray and Source of the Divine flows throughout our Temple on both the Inner Planes and the physical plane, and you will plug into this Divine Source in your Work of this fifth, seminal year of the Mystery School. You will partner in the Great Work with the three anchor deities of our Temple - Hathor of the Egyptians, Ix Chel of the Mayans and Hermes of the Greeks - in addition to partnering with our Founding Deity Hekate. You will also commune with the three members of the Hidden Company currently at the head of the Temple of the Twelve Signs - Dion Fortune (also HPS Kassia's Master Teacher) at the head of the three - along with other allies of our Temple and Tradition, in partnership with your own allies in Love, Light and Spirit.

Apprenticeship Structure


Intensive homework will be required in an independent study format. Some exercises require magickal timing and also ingredients/tools, so when you receive your lesson syllabus each month, please be sure to plan out your month to ensure you have the timing and the items you need to complete the exercises.

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There will be an online group component. Class instruction will be provided via monthly online pre-recorded video format, written lessons (handouts and syllabus) and photos. You will have access to videos while you are enrolled in the Mystery School.

 

This is a one-year apprenticeship, and classes cannot be individually taken. Class will culminate in your personal Year & A Day Initiation Ritual to mark your completion of Witchcraft, Shamanism & Magick I. Please note that ultimately no one can make you a Witch, a Shaman or a Mage – it is between your Higher Self and the Gods.

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First "virtual" class is August 1 of the current year with Lesson 1. Last lesson begins on Sept. 1 of the following year. The final lesson, Lesson 13, A Year & A Day Initiation Ritual and any remaining class submissions are due by November 1 of that following year.

Your Investment

Registration & Payment

Course investment is ___ paid in advance for the full year of 19 classes, with payment required in full by February 15. A $150 deposit is due with your application. Deposit will be returned if application is declined; otherwise the deposit is non-refundable. 

Payment schedules may be arranged on a case by case basis, are based on financial need and are not automatically approved. The payment schedule fee, if approved for the payment plan, will be a $150 deposit with your application, followed by monthly payments due by the first of each month starting September 1 of the current year, with last payment due September 1 of the following year. See details in the application; the total paid over the year in the payment plan will be higher than upfront payment in full.

Certificates of completion will be emailed after final homework and ritual experience is submitted and upon receipt of final payment. Each class builds on the other, so this is a year-long series/ apprenticeship.

Payments are due via Square - just click here or the Square button below and enter the amount of the $150 deposit or payment in full. It takes credit cards, debit cards, Cash App and G Pay. When filling out the amount in Square, please fill in the amount required. (Receipt will show SBCC, LLC, which is HPS Kassia's biz.) Deposit is required with the submission of the application in order for your application to be considered. If an applicant is not accepted, the deposit will be refunded.

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Required Books for WSM V

Though many books will be referenced during the class, the required books include:

  • The Living Temple of Witchcraft Volume One: The Descent of the Goddess by Christopher Penczak 

  • The Living Temple of Witchcraft Volume Two: The Journey of the God by Christopher Penczak 

  • The Mastery of Love: A Practical Guide to the Art of Relationship by don Miguel Ruiz 

  • The Mastery of Self by don Miguel Ruiz, Jr. 

  • The Cauldron of Memory: Retrieving Ancestral Knowledge and Wisdom by Raven Grimassi 

  • DIY Akashic Wisdom: Access the Library of Your Soul by Jacki Smith and Patty Shaw 

  • Dion Fortune & The Inner Light by Gareth Knight

  • The Rebirth of Witchcraft by Doreen Valiente 

  • AND One book of your choice! (which you will share your readings on portions of that book each month)

 

Recommended Reading (Optional):

  • The Living Temple of Witchcraft, Volume One CD Companion - optional; you may do these on your own based on the book exercises and some will be done in class / on the class video

  • The Living Temple of Witchcraft, Volume Two CD Companion- optional; you may do these on your own based on the book exercises and some will be done in class / on the class video

  • Shamanism & The Spirit Mate by Shana Robinson & Dana Robinson 

  • Don Juan, Mescalito and Modern Magic: The Mythology of Inner Space by Nevill Drury

  • Spiritual Mentoring: A Pagan Guide by Judy Harrow 

  • Beyond Fear: Toltec Guide to Freedom & Joy by don Miguel Ruiz 

  • The Intercession of Spirits: Working with Animals, Angels and Ancestors by Ted Andrews

  • The Pagan Book of Living & Dying: Practical Rituals, Prayers, Blessings and Meditations on Crossing Over by Starhawk

  • Dion Fortune and the Three Fold Way by Gareth Knight 

  • Pagans & Christians: The Personal Spiritual Experience by Gus DiZerega

  • Grief and Renewal: Finding Beauty and Balance in Loss by don Miguel Ruiz 

  • Leaving the Saints: How I Lost the Mormons and Found my Faith by Martha Beck

  • Cauldron of the Gods: A Manual of Celtic Magick by Jan Fries 
    The Witches’ Craft: The Roots of Witchcraft and Magical Transformation by Raven Grimassi

  • Witchcraft: A Mystery Tradition by Raven Grimassi 

  • Crafting Wiccan Traditions: Creating a Foundation for Your Spiritual Beliefs & Practices by Raven Grimassi

  • Mastering Witchcraft: A Practical Guide for Witches, Warlocks and Covens by Paul Huson

  • Spellworking for Covens: Magick for Two or More by Edain McCoy

  • CovenCraft: Witchcraft for Three or More by Amber K.

  • A Teaching Handbook for Wiccans & Pagans: Practical Guidance for Sharing Your Path by Thea Sabin

  • Theurgy or The Hermetic Practice: A Treatise on Spiritual Alchemy by E. J. Langford Garstin​


Supplemental Histories (Optional References):​

  • The Secret History of the World by Mark Booth

  • The Secret Teachings of ALL AGES by Manly P. Hall

 

This breadth of teachings, both in the writings by Kassia S. Morgan and the books for the course will provide a solid foundation and different perspectives on the subject matter. Of course, there will be additional resources and teachings referenced during each class. As the Witchcraft, Shamanism & Magick I, II, III and IV apprenticeships area prerequisite, all books listed under those apprenticeships are also required for Witchcraft, Shamanism & Magick V.

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Books are not provided and must be purchased on your own. There are some online libraries where you may rent some of these books for free such as archive.org. There will be additional resources and teachings referenced during class. 

We have much to celebrate as Spirit’s Edge and as a Mystery School!! Spirit’s Edge is a spiritual organization, born on Jan. 1, 2010 in a working by my coven. Our first quasi-public ritual was held May 2012. Our community called Spirit’s Edge: A Seeker’s Salon was founded on Hekate’s Feast Day Aug. 13, 2012. Soon after, at Mabon 2012, Spirit’s Edge started its ongoing, continuous run of public sabbat rituals.

Our Mystery School was announced June 2013, and our first WSM I & II classes began November 2013. For several years, we had two sections of WSM I as well. Spirit’s Edge took its full name of Spirit’s Edge Shamonial Temple in February 2014.

Love, Light & Blessings,
Kassia S. Morgan, HPS

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