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Egyptian Summer Solstice
Many thanks to everyone who came out for our 13th annual Egyptian Summer Solstice circle. We had a great time honoring the Gods of Egypt and working to restore the ways of Ma’at.
More pictures on our Facebook page.
Egyptian Summer Solstice
Denton CUUPS 13th Annual Egyptian Summer Solstice
Saturday, June 25
gathering begins at 7:00 PM, ritual begins promptly at 7:30 PM
“What is below is like that which is above,
and what is above is like that which is below.
They work to accomplish the wonders of Ma’at.
May offerings of every kind come forth in abundance,
Like all things which flow forth from Ma’at.”
the Emerald Stela, Liturgy of Offerings.
The ancient Egyptians had rituals to mark the turning of the seasons, to establish the ways of balance in life. For our 13th annual Egyptian Summer Solstice, we will adapt these rituals of Khoiak and Shura to our place and time.
We will honor the Neteru, the Gods and Goddesses of ancient Egypt. And we will commit ourselves to live in balance, to honor the land on which we live, the blessed dead, and the ways of Ma’at.
Please bring an item of food or drink to share after the ceremony. Donations of 2-3 dollars to help offset expenses will be appreciated but are not required.
At the Denton Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
1111 Cordell Street
Denton, TX 76201
Beltane Circle Saturday May 7
Gathering begins at 7:00 PM
Ritual begins promptly at 7:30 PM
“Inside all of us is hope. Inside all of us is fear. Inside all of us is adventure. Inside all of us is a wild thing.” – Maurice Sendak
Come and join us for our celebration of Beltane, the Celtic fire festival, as we honor the wildness of Nature, as well as the wildness in ourselves. With music, dancing, our traditional Maypole Dance, and the flame of community, we welcome you to join us in our wild rumpus!
This will be an outdoor, family-friendly circle. Due to building reconstruction, we have no nursery and are unable to provide childcare.
Please bring an item of food or drink to share after the ceremony. As always, a donation of a dollar or three to help defray costs are appreciated, but not required.
If you have any questions, please contact John Beckett at JohnFranc@aol.com or 972-948-9211.
at the Denton Unitarian Universalist Fellowship – 1111 Cordell Street – Denton, TX 76201
DIRECTIONS: From I-35, exit US-380 (University Drive) eastbound. Go approximately 1.8 miles east on University, then turn right (south) onto Fulton Street. Go three blocks, turn right (west) on Cordell. DUUF is on the left, on the southwest corner of Fulton and Cordell – our illuminated sign is on the corner.
Ostara Circle
Thanks to everyone who came out to celebrate Spring (and it sure felt like Spring in Denton yesterday) and honor their many Mothers at our Ostara circle.
See you at Beltane on May 7!
Ostara, the Spring Equinox
Come celebrate Ostara, the Spring Equinox!
Saturday, March 12
gather at 7:00 PM
ritual begins promptly at 7:30 PM
History and archaeology show us that our ancestors worshiped the Divine as feminine, masculine, and sometimes both. While more recent myths have focused entirely on the masculine, this year’s Ostara ritual will focus on the feminine. Come celebrate the Goddess as Divine Mother, as we welcome her manifestation in the coming Spring into our lives.
Please bring an item of food or drink to share after the ceremony. Donations of a dollar or three to help defray costs are appreciated, but not required.
This ritual is suitable for all ages. Due to building reconstruction, we have no nursery and are unable to provide childcare.
If you have any questions, please contact John Beckett at JohnFranc@aol.com or 972-948-9211.
at the Denton Unitarian Universalist Fellowship – 1111 Cordell Street – Denton, TX 76201
DIRECTIONS: From I-35, exit US-380 (University Drive) eastbound. Go approximately 1.8 miles east on University, then turn right (south) onto Fulton Street. Go three blocks, turn right (west) on Cordell. DUUF is on the left, on the southwest corner of Fulton and Cordell – our illuminated sign is on the corner.
artwork courtesy of Jeanne Lloyd
An Introduction to Modern Pagan Religion
Saturday, February 27, 2016
1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Are you curious about modern Pagan religion? Would you like to hear about it from people who’ve been practicing it for years? Are you on a Wiccan, Druid, or another Pagan spiritual path and would like some live instruction to complement your reading and other solitary practice? Have you outgrown the many Wicca 101 books but are unsure how to move on?
The Denton Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans will present An Introduction to Modern Pagan Religion on Saturday, February 27. This will be our 6th time holding this popular class. We’ll cover the beliefs and practices of our ancient ancestors, the origins of Wicca and other modern Pagan religions, basic spiritual concepts and how different Pagans understand them, the role of Nature in our beliefs and practices, and the essentials of personal spiritual practice.
The class will be led by Cynthia Talbot, an anthropologist who’s been a practicing Witch for over 20 years and is our CUUPS Treasurer, and John Beckett, the Coordinating Officer of Denton CUUPS and a Druid in the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids.
There is no charge for this class, but donations are requested. This class is “family friendly” and is appropriate for older children. We are unable to provide childcare for younger children at this event.
If you have any questions, please contact John Beckett at JohnFranc@aol.com or 972-948-9211
Denton CUUPS Imbolc Circle: January 30
More Info on the DUUF Fire
Here are some links to other stories on the fire at our church, the Denton Unitarian Universalist Fellowship.
Here’s an article on The Wild Hunt: http://wildhunt.org/2015/12/denton-cuups-cancels-yule-ritual-due-to-arson.html
One from the Denton Record-Chronicle: http://www.dentonrc.com/local-news/local-news-headlines/20151218-church-hopes-for-quick-repairs.ece
And commentary from Denton CUUPS Coordinating Officer John Beckett: http://www.patheos.com/blogs/johnbeckett/2015/12/arson-at-yule.html
We will be back in the sanctuary for Imbolc, and we expect to have full use of the building by Ostara.
photo by Rev. Pam Wat
Yule Circle December 19
Saturday, December 19
Gathering begins at 7:00 PM
Ritual begins promptly at 7:30 PM
Please join the Denton Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans as we celebrate Yule. On this longest night, we turn our minds to the waning of the dark and the growing strength of the light. We will light the Yule log, tell the ancient story of Balder and the Mistletoe, and celebrate with a toast of Wassail.
Children 10 and older who can participate respectfully are welcome to attend with a parent/guardian. Childcare will be provided for younger children.
Please bring a dish to share for the potluck after the ceremony. Donations of a dollar or three to defray costs are welcome but not required.
