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Robin Fennelly is an Elder within The Assembly of the Sacred Wheel Tradition and also serves as High Priestess of Coven of the Mystic Path. She teaches and facilitates classes for the Pagan Experience Study Group that serves as foundation for membership within Coven of the Mystic Path. Her spiritual journey is strongly rooted in both Eastern philosophy and theWestern Magickal systems from which she has formed a core foundation that is diverse in knowledge and rich in spiritual practice. A life-long learner, her practice has evolved from the classical and philosophical teachings of books, practical experience and enrichment of this knowledge base by attending workshops of various spiritual traditions presented by master teachers. Robin formally came to the Wiccan path in 1994. Following practice as a solitary for 2 years, she dedicated to Oak and Willow Coven of The Assembly of the Sacred Wheel Tradition in November of 1996. She received her 1st, 2nd and finally 3rd degrees within the Assembly Tradition. As a teacher of esoteric and magickal studies she has used Energetic Anatomy, Tarot, Astrology, Hermetic Qabala, Eastern Philosophy, and Numerology as the foundations of her diverse selection of workshops and writings for more than 25 years. Exploration of varied energetic protocol has been the focus of her work for some time now and the information gained through direct experience informs all of her magickal and spiritual work. Robin’s writings have been featured online, and in print Internationally. She has authored several books incorporating her unique style of writing making use of poetry, prose and pathworking to enhance the concepts presented. She has taught extensively throughout the Pagan community, including Sacred Space Conference, Spring Magick, Between the Worlds Interfaith Conference and Free Spirit Gathering Festival this Summer. Her most recent project is hosting an online blogging community entitled The Pagan Experience. Robin is the owner of Holistic Embrace providing services for mind, body and spirit such as Tarot readings, Astrology reports, Spiritual Guidance and other related offerings. She lives in Eastern Pennsylvania and her life is blessed by a 43-year marriage, five children and the opportunity to work in the field of public education. Robin's esoteric writings can be found on her blogs.

Looking Back to Move Ahead

In the past year we have covered a lot of ground and explored the basic philosophies and experiences of Wiccan practice. As you move forward on this Path and open yourself to deeper experience, interaction and add to your knowledge base, … Continue reading

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Foundations: Awareness

Our final foundational exercise for Lesson 12: Foundations of Practice: Awareness Coming May 1st!  The Last Lesson of the Course Lesson 13 The New Journey

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Happy Earth Day 2015!

Enjoy Spring pictures and poetry in honor of Gaia….. Gaia’s Cloak on The Enchanted Gate Blog

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Meditation: A Heart of Light

To begin: Ready yourself by taking some restorative calming breaths and open to what is to be received. As you sit quietly feel yourself surrounded by a brilliant calming white light. Allow your breath to establish a comfortable rhythm and … Continue reading

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The Pagan Community and Its Resources

Call it a clan, call it a network, call it a tribe, call it a family: Whatever you call it, whoever you are, you need one.” –Jane Howard — The pagan community is growing by leaps and bounds. Many covens … Continue reading

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How to Get Involved

“When a human reaches up to his/her Higher Mind and accesses the vibrational gifts from that realm (of his or her own higher consciousness), she or he will be filled with inspiration and courage. And this type of inspiration and courage could … Continue reading

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The Path of Service

“Service is part of our religion. It doesn’t have to be, but the more we include it, the stronger, healthier, and wiser we all become.” ..T. Thorn Coyle. The above is taken from an excellent article by T. Thorn Coyle entitled “Service is … Continue reading

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After A Year and A Day – What Next?

Hello Everyone…. I’ve had some inquiries about whether there would be another course posted after we complete the Year and A Day. I have some ideas in mind, but would like to have input and suggestions to make sure my … Continue reading

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Overview of the Lesson-12: The Greater Work Within Community

We dance the circle And move to Rhythmic drum. Each connected to the other A tribe, a gathering A weaving into one. Time moves the Great Wheel We lift our spirits high. In celebration we declare That our Gods have … Continue reading

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Foundations of Practice -12

Journaling: Recording Your Work  As you move through this month’s lessons think about how you would like to offer up some of your time towards a charity, volunteer service or simply keeping the area around your home/apartment litter free. As … Continue reading

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