New Year, New Intentions

By J Nelson | January 11, 2024 |

I don’t know about you, but I’ve created resolutions in years past and failed miserably in achieving them. But, recently, I saw a post on social media that someone was adding intentions for 2024. It made me think. It may be just semantics, but I prefer “intentions.” It makes me think of manifestation. One of…

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Imbolc, a time of new beginnings

By Orange County Local Council | January 25, 2016 |

Soon Imbolc will be upon us. Many may also know this sabbat as Candlemas.  The term Imbolc, or Imbolg, (pronounced “em-bolk”) is derived from old Irish which means, “in the belly“; it may also reference pregnant ewe’s or milking.  Imbolc signifies the celebration of fertility, reproduction and new beginnings.  The Goddess Brigid, or Brighid, is…

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Light the way for Imbolc

By Orange County Local Council | January 19, 2016 |

What do you do this time of year to prepare for your celebration at Imbolc? Many begin their spring cleaning, getting rid of clutter, preparing donations and organizing. The Goddess Brighid is celebrated in conjunction with this sabbat and her symbol, the Brighid’s Cross, can be seen in homes and businesses. As a Goddess of…

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