Tenders of the Earth Temple, ASW

Tenders of the Earth Temple is a Wiccan coven based in the beliefs and techniques of Traditional Wicca and the larger Western Magical Tradition of which we are part. We are the Pentacle Coven in the Circle of Capricorn, of the Assembly of the Sacred Wheel (ASW), a 501c3 religious organization dedicated to the Wiccan path and has covens that currently span PA, DE, and MD. Our coven was founded in the Mt. Airy Section of Philadelphia in July 2011 and is the ninth ASW coven We believe in sharing what we know without pacts of secrecy, obscurity, or separation and often offer open rituals and workshops to the community. Our Upcoming Events are listed elsewhere on this site. We are willing to provide workshops by request and we love to hear about what others are offering. While we are committed to a Wiccan path, we also feel that it is very important to experience and trade information with other Traditions, Churches, Lodges, etc. There is much we can teach each other.

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Open Litha (and TET's Thirteenth Birthday) Tickets, Sat, Jun 15, 2024 at 1:00 PM | Eventbrite

Source: Open Litha (and TET’s Thirteenth Birthday) Tickets, Sat, Jun 15, 2024 at 1:00 PM | Eventbrite

https://tet-asw.org/2024/06/05/open-litha-and-tets-thirteenth-birthday-tickets-sat-jun-15-2024-at-100-pm-eventbrite/

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Ninth Annual Beltane Heart Labyrinth Tickets, Sun, May 5, 2024 at 1:00 PM | Eventbrite

A year of promise, joy, and creativity for each Beloved Soul under Her protection.

I listen to my heart and honor its connection to the hearts of others.

I allow love to fill me up and guide me in all of my actions.

I gracefully move to the rhythm of life.

Source: Ninth Annual Beltane Heart Labyrinth Tickets, Sun, May 5, 2024 at 1:00 PM | Eventbrite

https://tet-asw.org/2024/03/26/ninth-annual-beltane-heart-labyrinth-tickets-sun-may-5-2024-at-100-pm-eventbrite/

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Spring Magick is Back and In-Person!

Get ready to embrace the magic of spring with the Assembly of the Sacred Wheel at Spring Magick 2024, where we’ll celebrate the season with workshops, rituals, and community!

Spring Magick is an annual fundraiser event for The New Alexandrian Library. Join us for a day-long intensive of workshops, community, and shopping at the NAL pop-up store. The day culminates with the ASW’s most beloved ritual Honoring the Stag God, Cernunnos.

Presenters are Elders and Initiates of the Assembly of the Sacred Wheel Tradition:

Carm DiLullo, HPs

Robin Fennelly, Elder

Jae Sea, HPs

Michael Smith, Elder

Jim Welch, HP

FEE: Includes Workshops & Ritual

Online Pre-Registration – $40 (closes on April 19 @ 12noon)

At-the Door: $45

LOCATION:

The Springfield Friends Meetinghouse

1001 Olde Sproul Rd.

Springfield, PA 19064

Save the Date! Registration Opens Soon!

https://tet-asw.org/2024/03/08/spring-magick-is-back-and-in-person/

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Book Study: Castings the Creation of Sacred Space Tickets, Thu, Jan 11, 2024 at 7:00 PM | Eventbrite

We will be discussing Casting Sacred Space: The Core of All Magickal Work by Ivo Dominguez Jr. and performing the excersises from the text.

In Casting Sacred Space, Neopagan practitioner Ivo Dominguez, Jr., offers a comprehensive introduction to the techniques and rituals of casting, including:

How to become grounded and centered before one begins

The Proper timing for casting and ritual work

How to open up one’s psychic senses to work with subtle energies

How to set the stage for magickal work both internally and externally

Protection, symbols and meditations for maintaining sacred space.

The Circle, the Quarters, and other modes of casting sacred space

Quartering, energy work, and many cross-practice connections including Qabala and chakras.

Classes will be held in a private home in Wyncote, PA, so space is limited. Full location details will be provided once a ticket is reserved.

Tickets: Book Study: Castings the Creation of Sacred Space Tickets, Thu, Jan 11, 2024 at 7:00 PM | Eventbrite

https://tet-asw.org/2023/12/31/book-study-castings-the-creation-of-sacred-space-tickets-thu-jan-11-2024-at-700-pm-eventbrite/

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Learning to Read Tarot - 24WMB29 - Mt. Airy Learning Tree

Just as the decks we use are diverse, so are the ways in which we look at the cards. Examine the cards and ways to interpret them, be it through color, symbolism or sheer instinct. Learn the differences between the major and minor arcana as well as how to interpret simple tarot spreads.

Notes:

Please bring a tarot deck to class (preferably Coleman/Waite a.k.a Rider-Waite) or a deck that you have been using for a while.

Tickets: Learning to Read Tarot – 24WMB29 – Mt. Airy Learning Tree

https://tet-asw.org/2023/12/30/learning-to-read-tarot-24wmb29-mt-airy-learning-tree/

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Brigid: Bright One Be Here Tickets, Sun, Feb 4, 2024 at 3:00 PM | Eventbrite

Tickets: Brigid: Bright One Be Here Tickets, Sun, Feb 4, 2024 at 3:00 PM | Eventbrite

https://tet-asw.org/2023/12/30/brigid-bright-one-be-here-tickets-sun-feb-4-2024-at-300-pm-eventbrite/

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Yule Celebration Registration, Sat, Dec 23, 2023 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite

Eventbrite – Tenders of the Earth Temple, ASW presents Yule Celebration – Saturday, December 23, 2023 at Chestnut Hill United Church, Philadelphia, PA. Find event and registration information.

Source: Yule Celebration Registration, Sat, Dec 23, 2023 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite

https://tet-asw.org/2023/11/26/yule-celebration-registration-sat-dec-23-2023-at-600-pm-eventbrite/

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Points of Departure: Wicca in the 21st Century - Class I

Monday, August 28

Part of the Points of Departure: Wicca in the 21st Century series

Class I: History

Date and time

Monday, August 28 · 7 – 9pm EDT

Location

Chestnut Hill United Church 8812 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19118

Tickets On Sale Jul 28 at 12:30 PM

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 1 day before event

About this event

Our past informs our now and the future. We’ll be taking a look at the roots of Wicca, what it looks like now, and what it maybe evolving into.

https://tet-asw.org/2023/07/28/points-of-departure-wicca-in-the-21st-century-class-i/

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Learning to Read Tarot (Through Mt. Airy Learning Tree)

Dates: May 30 – June 20, 2023

Meets: Tu from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Location: Wesley Enhanced Living, 6300 Greene St.

Course Fee: $64.00

Just as the decks we use are diverse, so are the ways in which we look at the cards. Examine the cards and ways to interpret them, be it through color, symbolism or sheer instinct. Learn the differences between the major and minor arcana as well as how to interpret simple tarot spreads.

Notes:

Please bring a tarot deck to class (preferably Coleman/Waite a.k.a Rider-Waite) or a deck that you have been using for a while. NOTE: For this location, vaccination and mask wearing are required.

Source: Learning to Read Tarot – 23SMB20 – Mt. Airy Learning Tree

https://tet-asw.org/2023/04/10/learning-to-read-tarot-through-mt-airy-learning-tree-3/

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Open Yule Ritual Tickets, Sat, Dec 10, 2022 at 3:00 PM | Eventbrite

Deep, deep, deep

into the heart of the winter.

Deep deep deep

into the womb of the mother.

Deep deep deep

’till there is no other,

Song but the song of my soul.

Eventbrite – Tenders of the Earth Temple, ASW presents Open Yule Ritual – Saturday, December 10, 2022 at Chestnut Hill United Church, Philadelphia, PA. Find event and ticket information.

Tickets: Open Yule Ritual Tickets, Sat, Dec 10, 2022 at 3:00 PM | Eventbrite

https://tet-asw.org/2022/11/07/open-yule-ritual-tickets-sat-dec-10-2022-at-300-pm-eventbrite/

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Learning to Read Tarot - 22FMB20 - Mt. Airy Learning Tree

Karen Bruhin

Dates: October 12 – November 2, 2022

Meets: W from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Location: Wesley Enhanced Living, 6300 Greene St.

Course Fee: $64.00

Just as the decks we use are diverse, so are the ways in which we look at the cards. Examine the cards and ways to interpret them, be it through color, symbolism or sheer instinct. Learn the differences between the major and minor arcana as well as how to interpret simple tarot spreads.

Notes:

Please bring a tarot deck to class (preferably Coleman/Waite a.k.a Rider-Waite) or a deck that you have been using for a while. For this location, vaccination and mask wearing is required.

Register at: Learning to Read Tarot – 22FMB20 – Mt. Airy Learning Tree

https://tet-asw.org/2022/08/16/learning-to-read-tarot-22fmb20-mt-airy-learning-tree/

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Mabon: Secret Glory Tickets, Sat, Sep 17, 2022 at 11:00 AM | Eventbrite

As Above So Below Spirit And Matter In A Dance So Slow

Tickets: Mabon: Secret Glory Tickets, Sat, Sep 17, 2022 at 11:00 AM | Eventbrite

https://tet-asw.org/2022/08/01/mabon-secret-glory-tickets-sat-sep-17-2022-at-1100-am-eventbrite/

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25th Annual Pagan Picnic Workshop Announcement

Introduction to Sigils Presented by Karen Bruhin

Karen Bruhin

https://tet-asw.org/2022/08/01/25th-annual-pagan-picnic-workshop-announcement/

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QueerQabala.gay Offers Inclusive Spirituality — ohhey.gay

Enfys J. Book (they/them) is the author of Queer Qabala, forthcoming from Llewellyn Books. The book and their site, which you can visit via www.QueerQabala.gay, is dedicated to exploring queerness through the spiritual, magickal practice of Qabala.

While you’re waiting for your copy of Queer Qabala to arrive, you can enjoy Enfys’ writing via their blog. There are reviews of books on queer and mystical subjects, detailed posts exploring topics of Paganism and Qabala, and helpful guides for understanding LGBTQ+ issues. (Topics include self-care, a guide for parents of non-binary adults, gender-inclusive language tips, and stories to help allies better-support and understand their trans and non-binary friends.)

Read the rest of this #DotGayQAndA interview to get a crash course in queer Qabala, plus a special musical bonus at the end!

Read more: QueerQabala.gay Offers Inclusive Spirituality — ohhey.gay

https://tet-asw.org/2021/10/27/queerqabala-gay-offers-inclusive-spirituality-ohhey-gay/

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Learning to Read Tarot - 21FMB23 - Mt. Airy Learning Tree

Karen Bruhin

Just as the decks we use are diverse, so are the ways in which we look at the cards. Examine the cards and ways to interpret them, be it through color, symbolism or sheer instinct. Learn the differences between the major and minor arcana as well as how to interpret simple tarot spreads.

Tickets: Learning to Read Tarot – 21FMB23 – Mt. Airy Learning Tree

https://tet-asw.org/2021/09/07/learning-to-read-tarot-21fmb23-mt-airy-learning-tree/

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Sacred Space Conference - Posts | Facebook

In the interest of protecting our sacred, beloved community and all of our loved ones, the board of the Sacred Space Foundation and the Between the Worlds Conference have decided to require vaccination for our attendees. We recognize that there are some individuals who have medical conditions that make them ineligible for vaccines. If this describes you, please contact [email protected] to make alternative arrangements that will meet our requirements for allowing you to attend safely.

Vaccines are the most effective method we have for protecting the safety of our community and those who are unable to be vaccinated. Requiring vaccines for all attendees who are able to get one gives us the best chance to be able to hold a safe conference.

Attendees will need to present proof of vaccination upon check-in at the conference. We will only record that we have verified proof of vaccination. We will not save any personal medical documents.

Acceptable proof is:

~ A photograph on a device or paper of your vaccination card

~ For those states that provide them, an app that shows vaccination status or vaccine passport

Future Updates

The Sacred Space Foundation and the Between the Worlds Conference leadership are closely monitoring the health and safety situation as we remain in the midst of this global pandemic. Please know that you are precious to us and that we are determined to provide a safe and sacred experience for us all. Closer to the conference, when we can account for the conditions at the time, we will announce our health and safety protocols. Please note that if our best judgment deems it necessary, we may include more safeguards than what is required by local regulations.

Our beloved friends, we miss you and look forward to when we can be with you in person.

Source: Sacred Space Conference – Posts | Facebook

https://tet-asw.org/2021/08/25/sacred-space-conference-posts-facebook/

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Queer Qabala: Soon to be a book! – Major Arqueerna

https://tetsw.co/1b3

I’m pleased to say that Queer Qabala: Nonbinary, Genderfluid, Omnisexual Mysticism & Magick is coming to bookstores July 8, 2022, published by Llewellyn. I expect it’ll be available for pre-order in November or December this year — stay tuned! I’ll be sure to let you know when you can pre-order it. (Join my mailing list so you are among the first to know!)

Source: Queer Qabala: Soon to be a book! – Major Arqueerna

https://tet-asw.org/2021/08/17/queer-qabala-soon-to-be-a-book-major-arqueerna/