Source: The Ledger-Enquirer
http://www.ledger-enquirer.com/251/story/868528.html
For hundreds, maybe thousands of years, forms of paganism reigned over human spirituality.
But after the rise of Judaism, Christianity and Islam, the word "pagan" became synonymous with "evil."
Modern pagans want to change that image.
"Paganism is not something to be feared," said Paige McDuffie of Vidalia. "We're just regular people."
Area pagans, wiccans and other followers of "earth-based" spirituality are gearing up for the seventh annual Pagan Pride Festival to mark the harvest season with fellowship, fun and education.
Organizers expect up to 300 participants at the daylong event taking place Oct. 17 at Emmet Park. A can food drive will benefit America's Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia.