488 research outputs found

    The Rowan Tree Church 1995-1996 Annual Report

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    This digital asset was created from the original digital scans by Rev. Paul V. Beyerl and provided to the Valdosta State University, Archives & Special Collections to be part of their Rowan Tree Church Periodicals Collection of the New Age Movements, Occultism, and Spiritualism Research Library. The Rowan Tree Church is an earth-based religion founded by Rev. Paul Beyerl, a Third Degree Initiate in the Alexandrian Tradition of Wicca, and incorporated on February 4, 1980 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The church is now based in Kirkland, Washington with many communities throughout the United States and Canada. The roots of the Church extend back to 1976 which Rev. Beyerl began teaching Wicca, Astrology, and Herbalism out of his home. The Church's religion, The Tradition of Lothloriën, embraces inclusiveness and accepts all people regardless of faith, sexual orientation, race, or gender, a noted departure from early Alexandrian Wicca. The Tradition has elements of Herbalism, Astrology and Tibetan Buddhism in its structure, and is deeply rooted in its Mystery School, an in-depth study program that leads to Ordination, and the Hermit's Grove, its educational and publishing entity. Noted publications are The Unicorn, The Littlest Unicorn for children, and The Hermit’s Lantern.The fourteenth annual reports contains exciting news regarding the donation of an acre of land to Rowan Tree Church by the Revs. Paul and gerry Beyerl. Other points of interest is the transfer of RT News responsibility of the Vice President of the Board of Directors, Rev. Ron Weroski of Ontario, Canada and the use of technology to transmit documents, specifically the Fax machine. The Prison Outreach Program provides insight to the issues prisoners face in receiving material

    Rowan Tree Church Annual Report, 1993

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    This digital asset was created from the original digital scans by Rev. Paul V. Beyerl and provided to the Valdosta State University, Archives & Special Collections to be part of their Rowan Tree Church Periodicals Collection of the New Age Movements, Occultism, and Spiritualism Research Library. The Rowan Tree Church is an earth-based religion founded by Rev. Paul Beyerl, a Third Degree Initiate in the Alexandrian Tradition of Wicca, and incorporated on February 4, 1980 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The church is now based in Kirkland, Washington with many communities throughout the United States and Canada. The roots of the Church extend back to 1976 which Rev. Beyerl began teaching Wicca, Astrology, and Herbalism out of his home. The Church's religion, The Tradition of Lothloriën, embraces inclusiveness and accepts all people regardless of faith, sexual orientation, race, or gender, a noted departure from early Alexandrian Wicca. The Tradition has elements of Herbalism, Astrology and Tibetan Buddhism in its structure, and is deeply rooted in its Mystery School, an in-depth study program that leads to Ordination, and the Hermit's Grove, its educational and publishing entity. Noted publications are The Unicorn, The Littlest Unicorn for children, and The Hermit’s Lantern.The cover of eleventh annual report provides a table of contents, which includes: The General Manager’s report; The Eldermentor’s report; The Board President’s report; The Board Vice- President’s report; The Board Secretary’s report; The Board Treasurer’s report; The Board Scribe’s report; Report from The Unicorn editor; Report from RT News editor; Librarian’s report; The Galadhrim Society reports; Report from the editors of The Littlest Unicorn

    The Rowan Tree Church Annual Report for 1993-1994

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    This digital asset was created from the original digital scans by Rev. Paul V. Beyerl and provided to the Valdosta State University, Archives & Special Collections to be part of their Rowan Tree Church Periodicals Collection of the New Age Movements, Occultism, and Spiritualism Research Library. The Rowan Tree Church is an earth-based religion founded by Rev. Paul Beyerl, a Third Degree Initiate in the Alexandrian Tradition of Wicca, and incorporated on February 4, 1980 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The church is now based in Kirkland, Washington with many communities throughout the United States and Canada. The roots of the Church extend back to 1976 which Rev. Beyerl began teaching Wicca, Astrology, and Herbalism out of his home. The Church's religion, The Tradition of Lothloriën, embraces inclusiveness and accepts all people regardless of faith, sexual orientation, race, or gender, a noted departure from early Alexandrian Wicca. The Tradition has elements of Herbalism, Astrology and Tibetan Buddhism in its structure, and is deeply rooted in its Mystery School, an in-depth study program that leads to Ordination, and the Hermit's Grove, its educational and publishing entity. Noted publications are The Unicorn, The Littlest Unicorn for children, and The Hermit’s Lantern.The twelfth annual report is the first to be issued from the Church’s new headquarters in Kirkland, Washington. Rowan Tree Church would see many changes in personnel, which is discussed in detail from each of the Board members. This report also introduces a fourth prison ministry in the Galadhrim Society of Unicorns: the Lay-minister, which is intended for non-clergy participation in outreach. Another new addition to this annual report is a detailed calendar of upcoming events and activities. Changes in the Annual Retreat are also noted with instructions on participating in rituals during specific times of the day for those than cannot attend in person due to the inability to travel

    The Rowan Tree Church Annual Report for 1994-1995

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    This digital asset was created from the original digital scans by Rev. Paul V. Beyerl and provided to the Valdosta State University, Archives & Special Collections to be part of their Rowan Tree Church Periodicals Collection of the New Age Movements, Occultism, and Spiritualism Research Library. The Rowan Tree Church is an earth-based religion founded by Rev. Paul Beyerl, a Third Degree Initiate in the Alexandrian Tradition of Wicca, and incorporated on February 4, 1980 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The church is now based in Kirkland, Washington with many communities throughout the United States and Canada. The roots of the Church extend back to 1976 which Rev. Beyerl began teaching Wicca, Astrology, and Herbalism out of his home. The Church's religion, The Tradition of Lothloriën, embraces inclusiveness and accepts all people regardless of faith, sexual orientation, race, or gender, a noted departure from early Alexandrian Wicca. The Tradition has elements of Herbalism, Astrology and Tibetan Buddhism in its structure, and is deeply rooted in its Mystery School, an in-depth study program that leads to Ordination, and the Hermit's Grove, its educational and publishing entity. Noted publications are The Unicorn, The Littlest Unicorn for children, and The Hermit’s Lantern.The thirteenth annual report announces that the five year probationary period for tax-exempt status is over and the designation is now permanent. An new serialized publication, The Hatchling, brings light to the many offspring of Andrius. Of note is the relocation of the Periodicals and Tape Libraries to their new home in Illinois

    Rowan Tree Church 1988-1989 Annual Report

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    This digital asset was created from the original digital scans by Rev. Paul V. Beyerl and provided to the Valdosta State University Archives & Special Collections to be part of their Rowan Tree Church Periodicals Collection of the New Age Movements, Occultism, and Spiritualism Research Library. The Rowan Tree Church is an earth-based religion founded by Rev. Paul Beyerl, a Third Degree Initiate in the Alexandrian Tradition of Wicca, and incorporated on February 4, 1980 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The church is now based in Kirkland, Washington with many communities throughout the United States and Canada. The roots of the Church extend back to 1976 which Rev. Beyerl began teaching Wicca, Astrology, and Herbalism out of his home. The Church's religion, The Tradition of Lothloriën, embraces inclusiveness and accepts all people regardless of faith, sexual orientation, race, or gender, a noted departure from early Alexandrian Wicca. The Tradition has elements of Herbalism, Astrology and Tibetan Buddhism in its structure, and is deeply rooted in its Mystery School, an in-depth study program that leads to Ordination, and the Hermit's Grove, its educational and publishing entity. Noted publications are The Unicorn, The Littlest Unicorn for children, and The Hermit’s Lantern.The seventh Annual Report describes a thriving Mystery School. The publishing of A Wiccan Bardo in the US and internationally along with its impact on students is described. There is a short account of the annual Retreat and Campout followed by the challenges of the coming year. A recurring theme throughout the report is communication between members and the Board of Directors. Also in the challenges is who to let the community at large learn about the Sunday Circles offered by the Church. The editor of The Littlest Unicorn expressed concerns on subscriptions and how to increase them. New publishing and accounting software was purchased making for better publications and greater efficiency in accounting respectively

    The Rowan Tree Church 17th Annual Report, Hallows 1998 ce-Hallows 1999 ce.

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    The Rowan Tree Church is an earth-based religion founded by Rev. Paul Beyerl, a Third Degree Initiate in the Alexandrian Tradition of Wicca, and incorporated on February 4, 1980 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The church is now based in Kirkland, Washington with many communities throughout the United States and Canada. The roots of the Church extend back to 1976 which Rev. Beyerl began teaching Wicca, Astrology, and Herbalism out of his home. The Church's religion, The Tradition of Lothloriën, embraces inclusiveness and accepts all people regardless of faith, sexual orientation, race, or gender, a noted departure from early Alexandrian Wicca. The Tradition has elements of Herbalism, Astrology and Tibetan Buddhism in its structure, and is deeply rooted in its Mystery School, an in-depth study program that leads to Ordination, and the Hermit's Grove, its educational and publishing entity. Noted publications are The Unicorn, The Littlest Unicorn for children, and The Hermit’s Lantern. This digital asset was created from the original digital scans by Rev. Paul V. Beyerl and provided to the Valdosta State University, Archives & Special Collections to be part of their Rowan Tree Church Periodicals Collection of the New Age Movements, Occultism, and Spiritualism Research Library.The seventeenth annual report begins by reflecting on the past 19 years and how far the Church has developed since the time it was legally recognized. Two major events are described: the publication of A Wiccan Bardo, Revisited and the creation of The Rowan Tree Website, the latter being discussed in more detail. The budget is discussed at length with the addition of fundraising projects that occurred over the year. The Mystery School provides and update on new students accepte

    Annual Report for The Rowan Tree Church 1990-1991

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    This digital asset was created from the original digital scans by Rev. Paul V. Beyerl and provided to the Valdosta State University, Archives & Special Collections to be part of their Rowan Tree Church Periodicals Collection of the New Age Movements, Occultism, and Spiritualism Research Library. The Rowan Tree Church is an earth-based religion founded by Rev. Paul Beyerl, a Third Degree Initiate in the Alexandrian Tradition of Wicca, and incorporated on February 4, 1980 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The church is now based in Kirkland, Washington with many communities throughout the United States and Canada. The roots of the Church extend back to 1976 which Rev. Beyerl began teaching Wicca, Astrology, and Herbalism out of his home. The Church's religion, The Tradition of Lothloriën, embraces inclusiveness and accepts all people regardless of faith, sexual orientation, race, or gender, a noted departure from early Alexandrian Wicca. The Tradition has elements of Herbalism, Astrology and Tibetan Buddhism in its structure, and is deeply rooted in its Mystery School, an in-depth study program that leads to Ordination, and the Hermit's Grove, its educational and publishing entity. Noted publications are The Unicorn, The Littlest Unicorn for children, and The Hermit’s Lantern.The ninth Annual Report goes into detail how the Church can function as a community of groups, which are scattered throughout the United States and Canada. Rituals are synchronized so that all may participate. This is the first year the Annual Report is issued from Northridge, California

    Annual Report of the Rowan Tree Church, 1986-1987

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    This digital asset was created from the original digital scans by Rev. Paul V. Beyerl and provided to the Valdosta State University Archives & Special Collections to be part of their Rowan Tree Church Periodicals Collection of the New Age Movements, Occultism, and Spiritualism Research Library. The Rowan Tree Church is an earth-based religion founded by Rev. Paul Beyerl, a Third Degree Initiate in the Alexandrian Tradition of Wicca, and incorporated on February 4, 1980 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The church is now based in Kirkland, Washington with many communities throughout the United States and Canada. The roots of the Church extend back to 1976 which Rev. Beyerl began teaching Wicca, Astrology, and Herbalism out of his home. The Church's religion, The Tradition of Lothloriën, embraces inclusiveness and accepts all people regardless of faith, sexual orientation, race, or gender, a noted departure from early Alexandrian Wicca. The Tradition has elements of Herbalism, Astrology and Tibetan Buddhism in its structure, and is deeply rooted in its Mystery School, an in-depth study program that leads to Ordination, and the Hermit's Grove, its educational and publishing entity. Noted publications are The Unicorn, The Littlest Unicorn for children, and The Hermit’s Lantern.The fifth Annual Report details issues with the previous management by the Board of Directors, particularly it President, and its critical impact on the functioning of the Church. For the first time, various members of the Church responsible for functional areas contributed to the writing, which fostered cohesiveness within this community and set the stage for Church’s future

    The Rowan Tree Church 20th Annual Report, Hallows 2001 ce-Hallows 2002 ce.

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    This digital asset was created from the original digital scans by Rev. Paul V. Beyerl and provided to the Valdosta State University, Archives & Special Collections to be part of their Rowan Tree Church Periodicals Collection of the New Age Movements, Occultism, and Spiritualism Research Library. The Rowan Tree Church is an earth-based religion founded by Rev. Paul Beyerl, a Third Degree Initiate in the Alexandrian Tradition of Wicca, and incorporated on February 4, 1980 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The church is now based in Kirkland, Washington with many communities throughout the United States and Canada. The roots of the Church extend back to 1976 which Rev. Beyerl began teaching Wicca, Astrology, and Herbalism out of his home. The Church's religion, The Tradition of Lothloriën, embraces inclusiveness and accepts all people regardless of faith, sexual orientation, race, or gender, a noted departure from early Alexandrian Wicca. The Tradition has elements of Herbalism, Astrology and Tibetan Buddhism in its structure, and is deeply rooted in its Mystery School, an in-depth study program that leads to Ordination, and the Hermit's Grove, its educational and publishing entity. Noted publications are The Unicorn, The Littlest Unicorn for children, and The Hermit’s Lantern.The twentieth annual report announces that in addition to being recognized as a religion, the IRS now recognizes Rowan Tree as an official church. Rev. Paul Beyerl reflects on his own journey, moving from Minneapolis, to Dallas, to Los Angeles before setting roots in Kirkland, Washington with his partner Rev. gerry Beyerl. Reflection of all Board Member’s experiences and the 16th Annual Retreat held at Yellowstone National Park is found throughout the report, as well as a section devoted to the event

    The Rowan Tree Church 24th Annual Report, Hallows 2005 ce-Hallows 2006 ce.

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    This digital asset was created from the original digital scans by Rev. Paul V. Beyerl and provided to the Valdosta State University, Archives & Special Collections to be part of their Rowan Tree Church Periodicals Collection of the New Age Movements, Occultism, and Spiritualism Research Library. The Rowan Tree Church is an earth-based religion founded by Rev. Paul Beyerl, a Third Degree Initiate in the Alexandrian Tradition of Wicca, and incorporated on February 4, 1980 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The church is now based in Kirkland, Washington with many communities throughout the United States and Canada. The roots of the Church extend back to 1976 which Rev. Beyerl began teaching Wicca, Astrology, and Herbalism out of his home. The Church's religion, The Tradition of Lothloriën, embraces inclusiveness and accepts all people regardless of faith, sexual orientation, race, or gender, a noted departure from early Alexandrian Wicca. The Tradition has elements of Herbalism, Astrology and Tibetan Buddhism in its structure, and is deeply rooted in its Mystery School, an in-depth study program that leads to Ordination, and the Hermit's Grove, its educational and publishing entity. Noted publications are The Unicorn, The Littlest Unicorn for children, and The Hermit’s Lantern.The twenty-fourth annual report begins with a renewed discussion on what it means for the Church to survive and how to ensure its longevity
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