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Column: the Troth Meets for Moot in Missouri

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The Troth held its 30th annual Trothmoot at Crowder State Park in Missouri from Thursday, June 1 through Sunday, June 4. To provide members in different regions equal opportunity to attend, the international Ásatrú and Heathen organization rotates the location of the gathering between western, midwestern, and eastern regions. This year, attendees arrived from 13 U.S. states and two Canadian provinces, with Illinois and Washington making the strongest showings. On Thursday afternoon, attendees performed a blót to the god Tyr. The central ritual of Heathenry, blót is focused on the making of offerings to gods, goddesses, land spirits, and other figures.

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Looking toward the future with the Troth’s new steersman

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During the month of May, elections were held within The Troth, a Heathen religious organization, for officer positions on the High Rede. Among the officers elected are Lagaria Farmer as Associate Steer, John T Mainer for Communications Officer, Amanda T Leigh-Hawkins as Officer Liaison, and  Robert L. Schreiwer as the new Steersman. Mr. Steve Abell, former Steersman, did not seek another term. Troth members who have been part of the organization for a year and a day are eligible to vote in the election and may also nominate others for the officer position. Those nominated can either accept the nomination or decline to run.