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By Luke Babb | 9 hours ago

I am not sure whether someone who has not raised and slaughtered an animal that they will depend on for food can understand the fond, respectful distance I hold for everything but the dearest pets.

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Pagan Community Notes: Week of July 3, 2025

By The Wild Hunt | July 3, 2025

In this week’s Pagan Community Notes: A stalking victim in the UK seeks help from an Anglican bishop—only to be accused of witchcraft. In Burundi, six people are murdered following accusations of sorcery. In more uplifting news, Misfit’s Coven announces an expanded leadership team. The Mystic South conference kicks off soon, featuring workshops, rituals, and where the Covenant of the Goddess continues its 50th anniversary celebration and Cherry Hill Seminary offers highlights new programming. And, finally, a happy Independence Day to all who are celebrating in the United States!

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