Wiccans Gather to Promote Freedoms

May 9, 2010

Author: Christine Morgan Arceneaux

Source: The Advocate

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Jessica Zebrine Gray, a high priestess of Spiritwheel Coven in Baton Rouge and devotee of a blend of Tibetan Buddhism and Wicca, invited members attending Saturday’s gathering at Gryphon’s Nest Campground Inc., to join in a circle.

“We honor and recognize that the elements are all around us, all the time,” Gray told followers who had traveled from as far as Shreveport to attend the private gathering.

“Take a breath and let out all of the stress, all of the anger,” Gray continued. “Let Mother Earth hold you.”

Saturday’s event, which turned from fundraiser to private gathering, was organized by a Wiccan group and offered speakers, workshops and other activities.

“We’re sharing our love and peace,” said Valli Harry, president of the Louisiana Alliance of Wiccans.