Sabbats – The Society of Elder Faiths

Beltane Need Fire – April 27, 2024

SEF Board Member — Sat, 30 Mar 2024 00:36:12 +0000

Time: Gather at 1 pm, ritual pre-talk and ritual begin at 1:30pm Where: Grafton Barn (Community Harvest Project), 37 Wheeler Rd, Grafton, MA Who: All ages welcome Ritual: “Need Fire” Practiced until at least the mid-nineteenth century, from the Scottish Highlands to Russia, the Need Fire was considered a panacea in times of trouble and, … Continue reading Beltane Need Fire – April 27, 2024

La Befana Ritual – December 9, 2023

SEF Board Member — Tue, 14 Nov 2023 01:34:24 +0000

Join us for a La Befana ritual at the Barn in Grafton, MA beginning at 1PM. This enchanting event is suitable for people of all ages. Families especially are encouraged to attend. To register for this event, please fill out this form below. You will be asked to complete a waiver when you arrive. If … Continue reading La Befana Ritual – December 9, 2023

Samhain Ritual – October 21, 2023

SEF Board Member — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 10:50:38 +0000

A Samhain Ritual, of particular interest to gardeners, will be performed on Saturday, October 21st, 6:00 PM, at the First Universalist Society in Franklin, MA. Based on the ancient Egyptian festival Ka Her Ka (Coptic Khoiak), participants will construct and consecrate 'corn mummies' to be buried in their gardens in anticipation of the return of … Continue reading Samhain Ritual – October 21, 2023

Mabon All Ages Meetup – September 17, 2023

SEF Board Member — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 00:05:02 +0000

Join us for an afternoon of apple picking and fun at Tougas Farm in Northborough, MA on Sunday 17 September at 1 pm. Let us know if you're going to make it by emailing us or messaging us on Facebook. We’ll have a small sign that says SEF so you can find us once there. … Continue reading Mabon All Ages Meetup – September 17, 2023

Lammas Games – July 29, 2023

SEF Board Member — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 22:53:10 +0000

We are THRILLED to be bringing back the Lammas Games at the Split Rock Pavilion at Hopkinton State Park! Please be advised: parking costs are $8 for MA residents/$30 for out of state residents. If you have a state park parking pass, you are all set. These fees will be collected upon entering the parking … Continue reading Lammas Games – July 29, 2023

Beltane Need Fire Ritual – April 23, 2023

SEF Board Member — Tue, 21 Mar 2023 23:13:56 +0000

When: April 23, 2023 Time: Gather at 1 pm, ritual pre-talk and ritual begin at 1:30pm Where: Grafton Barn (Community Harvest Project), 37 Wheeler Rd, Grafton, MA Who: All ages welcome Ritual: “Need Fire” Practiced until at least the mid-nineteenth century, from the Scottish Highlands to Russia, the Need Fire was considered a panacea in … Continue reading Beltane Need Fire Ritual – April 23, 2023

Samhain Ritual – October 22, 2022

SEF Board Member — Sat, 25 Jun 2022 22:14:11 +0000

Descent of Persephone Persephone and Demeter are caught between the transition of adult and child, and winter to spring. Come hear the story and find comfort in change. There will be an opportunity to honor the Beloved Dead. Cakes and Wine will be served but no meal. This is an outdoor event. Where: First Universalist Church … Continue reading Samhain Ritual – October 22, 2022

Lammas Games – Saturday, July 30, 2022

SEF Board Member — Sat, 25 Jun 2022 22:09:32 +0000

This year we will be having the Lammas Games at Dunn State Park in Gardner, MA. It will be a smaller event than in past years, but we hope to have a wonderful time reconnecting with our members. Please be advised: parking costs are $8 for MA residents/$30 for out of state residents. If you … Continue reading Lammas Games – Saturday, July 30, 2022

Online Ostara Meditation – 03/20/2022

SEF Board Member — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 21:19:47 +0000

Evan and Heather will once again provide a meditation online, this time for Ostara, on our YouTube channel. It will be published Sunday afternoon and will be available for anytime you need. Please make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out.

PFC Ostara Family Walk – 3/20/2022

SEF Board Member — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 22:34:18 +0000

The PFC is offering an all-ages Equinox walk on Sunday, March 20th from 1 - 2:30 PM. As the daylight reaches its balance and life in the natural world stirs, we will explore the Assabet riverside for signs of spring. What heralds the coming of spring and how do we know when it has arrived? … Continue reading PFC Ostara Family Walk – 3/20/2022