BIRMINGHAM, England – Last week, The Staffordshire Wildlife Trust announced the unveiling of a river goddess statue at the confluence of the rivers Mease, Tame, and Trent near Alrewas, north of Birmingham. The statue was commissioned and installed in the at Croxall Lakes nature reserve by the Transforming the Trent Valley Trust (TTTV).
The statue is in honor of Trisentona, the Goddess of the River Trent.
In ancient Britain, rivers were perceived as embodiments of the feminine divine, with each river representing a goddess. The spiritual entity associated with this particular site was called Trisentona, meaning the thrice beloved, eventually abbreviated to Trent over time.
Trisentona goddess statue at Croxall Lakes via TTTV
The ancient inhabitants of Britain, prior to the Christian era, embraced the concept of genius loci, attributing a spirit or deity to various natural features such as trees, springs, mountains, and rivers. The convergence of these three rivers played a pivotal role in the genesis of the triple goddess, symbolized through the establishment of the neolithic Catholme Ceremonial Complex as a commemoration of this sacred birthplace. Consequently, the river itself came to embody the goddess, and conversely, the goddess became a representation of the river.
Dr. Mark Knight, Cultural Heritage Officer for TTTV, said: “We are really pleased to bring Trisentona to life. The sculpture will enable visitors to Croxall Lakes to learn more about the site’s history and deepen their connection with the landscape around them.”
He anticipates that this artistic representation will serve as an educational tool for visitors to Croxall Lakes, enabling them to delve into the site’s historical significance and fostering a deeper connection with the surrounding landscape. The reserve boasts a 26-acre lake, drawing in significant populations of wildfowl and wading birds such as teal and oystercatcher.
Expressing gratitude to sculptors Miranda Wakeman and Geraint Lloyd for their remarkable depiction of Trisentona, Jeff Sim, Reserves Manager at Staffordshire Wildlife Trust, added that the sculpture is now a focal point of the area that complements the Croxall Lakes nature reserve.
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Circle Sanctuary announces a Full Moon Circle with Dragon Magic!
Tomorrow, February 23rd at 8 pm EST/7 pm CST, we’re hosting our monthly Full Moon Circle ritual live via our YouTube channel, @CircleSanctuary. This month’s theme is Dragon Magic and will be a multicultural celebration of the Lunar New Year.
New Releases
The LITTLE BOOK OF WICKED SPELLS
Occultist and author Michelle Belanger, announced the release of a new text! The LITTLE BOOK OF WICKED SPELLS is now available. Published as part of Hadean Press’s GUIDES TO THE UNDERWORLD series, this chapbook-format work is a short collection of fiery, rebellion-driven spells, charms, and bindings focused on resistance magick and restorative justice for a world increasingly hostile to the vulnerable and marginalized.
M. Belanger is the founder of House Kheperu, author of The Dictionary of Demons, and designer of the Watcher Angel Tarot, among numerous other works. A recognizable face on US and Canadian television for occult and paranormal expertise, Belanger has a degree in comparative religions, was a National Merit Scholar, and was nominated for a Shirley Jackson Award for work with Tenebrous Press. More information is available on their website.
Tom Lanting, part of Gemini Aspect and LGBTQI+ officer for the Scottish Pagan Federation for the past 8 years, announced a new book to become available on March 1 from Green Magic Publishing. Lanting is an Australian-born Pagan who has lived in Scotland for the past 22 years. In 2021 with support from the presiding officer of S.P.F., he created the first officially registered Pagan tartan.
From the Prologue Lanting quotes John Macintyre, a previous presiding officer of the Scottish Pagan Federation, “Paganism has always celebrated diversity in both human beings and in Nature generally as good in itself, and the Equalities agenda has always been rooted in respect for diversity. Paganism is not homophobic. It does not encourage prejudice against gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgendered people, and values all adult, consensual and loving relationships equally. Paganism and Equalities have always made a good fit. Consequently, from the very beginning, the Scottish Pagan Federation did not discriminate on grounds of sexual orientation or gender and welcomed same-sex couples, and also polyamorous group relationships, as Joint Members on the same basis as everyone else.”
Upcoming Events
Ár nDraíocht Féin’s Chokecherry Grove (Denver, CO) will be holding a one-day virtual event on Methods of Divination on Saturday, March 16th, 2024.
Our planned speakers are as follows:
- ADF’S ARCHDRUID REV. JEAN “DRUM” PAGANO will talk about his new MOON ORACLE.
- G. R. GROVE will speak on the OGAM.
- JAMES “PIGEON” FIELDER will discuss GAMING DIVINATION.
- LISA LANYON will speak on the TAROT.
- The day will conclude with a PANEL DISCUSSION on IMPROMPTU DIVINATION: WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU FORGOT YOUR TOOLS?
Each speaker will speak for an hour, followed by half an hour for questions. There will be two sessions in the morning, starting at 9:00 am MDT and 3:00 pm MDT. The sessions will be recorded, and copies shared with everyone who signs up. Note that this is a series of technical workshops and there will be no opportunity for personal readings.
The panel discussion will be followed by an ADF Core Order Ritual celebrating the first quarter moon and the Spring Equinox. To get an idea of what this will involve, see our ebook “Prayers and Invocations for Chokecherry Grove, ADF”. Everyone who signs up for the workshop will get a coupon code for a free copy.
Information is available on Chokecherry Grove’s site. They noted that the price for the whole day’s series of Zoom links is $10, and the payment link is on the sidebar to your right. (They also added that if the link is viewed on a phone, they advised to scroll down to the bottom to choose “view web version” to see the links.)
Circle Sanctuary’s Pagan Spirit Gathering (PSG) is one of America’s oldest and largest Nature Spirituality festivals. Since 1980, PSG has been bringing together Pagans of many paths and places to create community, celebrate the summer solstice, and commune with nature in a sacred environment.
Registration is now open for the 2024 Pagan Spirit Gathering, a national weeklong celebration of Summer Solstice, being held June 16-23 in south central Missouri, USA. This year’s theme is Resonating Radiance.
Pagan Spirit Gathering, also known as PSG, brings together Pagans of many paths and places to create and live in a magickal village community. The Gathering includes rituals, workshops, concerts, merchanting, bonfires, drumming, candlelight labyrinth, Pagan Leadership Institute, life passages programs, and other activities. Learn more & register
The Mystic South Conference announced that the sixth annual event will take place July 26-28, 2024! Mystic South is filled with workshops, educational abstract presentations, rituals, community building, and much more. With the backdrop of the grand city of Atlanta, be a part of our celebration of the diversity of the peoples and religious practices, both past and present, that make up the Southern US region.
The conference also announced that their Early Bird tickets are on sale. Tickets are $135 until February 29, 2024 (Yup, it’s a leap year!) get them now and, get some for your friends, your neighbors, or just some random person you met on the street! The clock is ticking, lock in savings today!
Tarot of the Week by Star Bustamonte
Deck: African American Tarot, by Jamal R, artwork by Thomas Davis, published by Lo Scarabeo
Card: King of Cups – Heitsi-Eibib (deified hero who defeated Gagorib – South Africa)
The next seven days are liable to be centered on creativity, as well as the ability to balance emotion with logical and critical thinking in order to solve issues. There is also the potential of being in a position to help others attain success.
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