Update: CoG’s Response to #BlackLivesMatter

By Orange County Local Council | January 21, 2015 |

Members of Covenant of the Goddess (CoG) were invited to form a committee to draft a new statement regarding the #blacklivesmatter issue. The committee was formed after comments that some members felt the Board’s original statement did not go far enough in addressing the issue. A small group of concerned members crafted the statement below,…

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Covenant of the Goddess Statement on Current Events

By Orange County Local Council | December 10, 2014 |

The Covenant of the Goddess (CoG) released a statement about recent violent events and racial inequality: “We, the members of the Covenant, acknowledge and share the concern that many in our world and within our Pagan communities have voiced regarding inequalities in justice. We find that all life is sacred, and as such, all lives…

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Revival of Interest in Essential Oils like Frankincense (Boswellia)

By Orange County Local Council | November 24, 2014 |

by OCLC’s Herbal and Essential Oil blogger, Gwenn Essential Oils (EOs) have become an increasingly popular topic in the world of holistic healing. Although their use dates back to antiquity, there is currently a significant revival of interest and research into the global varieties of essential oils (EOs). Historically, ancient Egypt is credited with being the…

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Celebrate World Kindness Day Today!

By Orange County Local Council | November 13, 2014 |

November 13th is World Kindness Day. What can we do to demonstrate kindness to others? Buy a cup of coffee for someone. Hold the door open for others. Help an animal shelter by bringing food or blankets for the animals in their care. Even a smile can help brighten someone’s day! How did you share…

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