ConVocation 2025: Explore and Build Pathways to the Divine: Full Schedule

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11:30am EST

Flower Spells for Teens and Tweens

Friday February 21, 2025 11:30am - 1:00pm EST

Plants have power. They sing, and hum, and thrum with magical energy and life. When you pass across a field of them, they know you by your steps. They can uplift with there mere presence. Let's learn some simple spells with common flowers.

Speakers

Kenya T. Coviak

Kenya T Coviak is a Magical Teacher, writer, and creatrix of Detroit Conjure and Folk Magic Festival, the Minaudière de Sorcière Spell Deck Collection, and the My Magical Cottagecore Life podcast. Teaching engagements include ConVocation, Michigan Pagan Fest, Pagan Pride Day Detroit... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 11:30am - 1:00pm EST
Elizabeth Ann 2

Lecture/Discussion Teens (Age 13-18)

Age Level Teen/Young Adult – Geared towards those 12 - 21 years of age.
Experience Focus Beginner – Requires little to no previous knowledge or training on the topic; introductory courses.

2:00pm EST

Divination for Teens 101

Friday February 21, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm EST

Elizabeth Ann 1

I will teach young folks how to tune in to there intuition, the importance of building a relationship with the cards or runes or whatever their chosen mediums are and show how anyone ,with practice, can do divination! I want to take the anxiety out of it and build confidence. We will have break out groups for everyone to practice.

Speakers

Eron Mazza

Friday February 21, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm EST
Elizabeth Ann 1

Teens (Age 13-18)

4:00pm EST

Bringing Paganism into Everyday Family Life

Friday February 21, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm EST

Conference Room H (Children's)

In the first installment of our three-part series on the importance of pagan education within families, we will explore different ways families can incorporate pagan learning and traditions into their everyday lives with their children. From simple rituals and ceremonies to storytelling and crafts, we will discuss practical and creative ways to teach children about pagan beliefs and practices.

Speakers

Victoria Sinclair

Equinox Learning Hub

Victoria Sinclair, who holds a Bachelor of Education from the University of Alberta, Canada, is the visionary owner of Equinox Learning Hub. She draws upon her extensive background as an educator in the public education system and her firsthand experience as a Pagan homeschooling... Read More →

Christine Black

Equinox Learning Hub

Christine Black is a passionate educator with a Master's degree in teaching and extensive experience in STEM and project-based learning. As the point of contact for Equinox Learning Hub, Christine handles communications and operations for families in the United States and Canada... Read More →

Erik Sinclair

Equinox Learning Hub

Friday February 21, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm EST
Conference Room H (Children's)

Children (Age 5-12) Teens (Age 13-18) Family Oriented

Age Level Family – Geared towards family oriented activities and discussions (children welcome).
Experience Focus All – This class is intended to speak to a broad audience, regardless of skill/experience.

4:00pm EST

Teen Magick 101

Friday February 21, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm EST

Conference Room E

Learn the basics of doing magic, geared toward a young adult / teen audience. For extreme beginners. Learn about ritual, deities / entities, directions / elements, shielding, grounding & centering, using magickal "tools" such as an athame, chalice, candles, herbs, crystals, ethics, ritual etiquette. Learn about a few magickal paths including Wicca, Heathenry, Druidism, Hoodoo, Ceremonial Magick and others. There will be a ritual objects "petting zoo". Taught from a basic western esoteric perspective that will be found at most Pagan events and gatherings. This is for youth who can then go on to practice as a solitary or with their family or a group, before any other magickal classes or dedications. Questions are welcome. Family / adult participation encouraged.

Speakers

A.C. Fisher Aldag

A.C. Fisher Aldag has been practicing the folk magick of the British Isles for over 40 years. She/they has presented workshops, rituals and folkplays throughout the midwest and online. A.C. is the author of "Common Magick" available from Llewellyn Worldwide. She/they enjoys homesteading... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm EST
Conference Room E

Ritual Lecture/Discussion Teens (Age 13-18)

Age Level Teen/Young Adult – Geared towards those 12 - 21 years of age.
Experience Focus Beginner – Requires little to no previous knowledge or training on the topic; introductory courses.

7:00pm EST

Wands and Staves - Tools of the Trade

Friday February 21, 2025 7:00pm - 8:30pm EST

Conference Room C

Witches, Wizards, Warlocks, and Druids…..at some point on the path will start to gather their
materials to create the tools they need for the journey ahead.
In this class we will find the materials that resonate with us and use them to create the tools we
will use on the next part of our path. “For we shall enter the woods where there is no path, for if
you find yourself on a path, it is someone else's and not your own.” -King Arthur and the Holy Grail.

Curly Willow branches will be provided for both staves and wands. Materials available for
imbuing/ embellishing will include: Stones, gemstones (semi-precious/precious), leather lacing,
and leather wraps. Tools available for marking, carving, gluing, and leatherwork will also be provided.
A library of reference materials for symbols/sigils for marking and carving will be available.

*Bring any charms, stones, crystals, symbols, and sigils that resonate with you that you might
want to imbue your staff or wand with.

Speakers

Bill Campbell

Bill’s practice for the last 30+ years combines Druid and Native American Spirituality. Marla and Bill’s love of the deep woods has inspired them to create a sacred willow grove on their property. The wand and staff materials provided were harvested with deep respect from... Read More →

Marla Campbell

Marla has always considered herself an eclectic witch. Always interested in knowledge and finding her path, some that she is drawn to are forest/earthbound deities; the elements, and astrology. As a child, she was always drawn to nature, living on a lake with woods in the yard. Her... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 7:00pm - 8:30pm EST
Conference Room C

Teens (Age 13-18)

Age Level Teen/Young Adult – Geared towards those 12 - 21 years of age.

9:00pm EST

DnD character building and dungeon delving!

Friday February 21, 2025 9:00pm - 11:00pm EST

Conference Room H (Children's)

Using the updated mechanics of the 2024 core rulebook, we'll explore character building both simple and complex, and with any remaining time we'll explore how you use your character in both social roleplay and challenging combat!

Speakers

Thomas Bonser

Thomas Bonser is a D&D enthusiast with 7 years of play experience and several of those as DM. He delves into character creation and development with enthusiasm. Always happy to help a person cultivate their characters with all of the different nuances that the game has to offer. In... Read More →

Xander McDevitt

Xander McDevitt is a storyteller at heart and he uses this to create elaborate worlds for players to immerse themselves in. He started out playing D&D at a young age and spent the next 7 years creating and fine tuning stories and adventures throughout many different genres of pla... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 9:00pm - 11:00pm EST
Conference Room H (Children's)

Teens (Age 13-18)

Age Level Teen/Young Adult – Geared towards those 12 - 21 years of age.
Experience Focus All – This class is intended to speak to a broad audience, regardless of skill/experience.

9:30am EST

Kids' Birdhouses

Saturday February 22, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am EST

Conference Room H (Children's)

Paint a gourd birdhouse to take home and hang up in spring. Will use acrylic paint - dress appropriately.

Speakers

A.C. Fisher Aldag

Saturday February 22, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am EST
Conference Room H (Children's)

Arts and Crafts Children (Age 5-12) Teens (Age 13-18)

Age Level Child – Geared towards ages 5 - 12. (under 5 must be accompanied by a Teen or Adult)
Experience Focus All – This class is intended to speak to a broad audience, regardless of skill/experience.

11:30am EST

Principles of Sigil Magic

Saturday February 22, 2025 11:30am - 1:00pm EST

Elizabeth Ann 1

In this class we will learn a few different techniques Sigil magic, a fascinating aspect of the esoteric practices, is rooted in the works of Austin Osman Spare. His innovative approach to magic involved creating symbols or sigils that represent a magician's desired outcome. By focusing one's will and intent through these sigils, practitioners can manifest their goals into reality. The Chaos magic community, building upon Spare's foundations, further developed these techniques, emphasizing personal significance and the power of belief in magical practice.

Speakers

JOHNNY KHAOS

Jonathon Bowen brings a rich tapestry of experience to the realm of esoteric arts. As an artist deeply rooted in pagan traditions for over three decades, his expertise spans astrology, Wicca, shamanism, and Hermetic philosophy. Jonathon's journey has been one of profound exploration... Read More →

Saturday February 22, 2025 11:30am - 1:00pm EST
Elizabeth Ann 1

Lecture/Discussion Teens (Age 13-18) White board and markers

Age Level Teen/Young Adult – Geared towards those 12 - 21 years of age.
Experience Focus Beginner – Requires little to no previous knowledge or training on the topic; introductory courses.

2:00pm EST

Circle Casting for Teens 101

Saturday February 22, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm EST

Conference Room G

In this class I will talk about the history of casting circles, what it is for and I will conclude with my own personal method of casting A circle. I want to answer questions like “why A circle?”, “how long has this been a part of ritual?” I will also encourage the participants to create their own circles and to take magick in their own hands!

Speakers

Eron Mazza

Saturday February 22, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm EST
Conference Room G

Teens (Age 13-18)

4:00pm EST

Finding Your Magical Personality: for Younger People

Saturday February 22, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm EST

Elizabeth Ann 2

So many people live in this big lava rock, covered in water and green. And every one of them has the power of choice in how they react and interact with the world, mundane and magical. But each of us has leanings toward things we like more than others. Maybe you vibe with fire. You may love water and air. It really depends on your own spirit and the traditions you embrace. Let's cover some simple things you can observe in yourself to help you find where you may choose to develop your skills.

Speakers

Kenya T. Coviak

Saturday February 22, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm EST
Elizabeth Ann 2

Lecture/Discussion Teens (Age 13-18)

Age Level Mature – Geared towards both adults and some of our more mature/older teens.
Experience Focus Intermediate – Attendees should already be familiar with the basics of the topic.

9:00pm EST

Socializing and Brawling through the encounters of DnD

Saturday February 22, 2025 9:00pm - 11:00pm EST

Conference Room H (Children's)

in this session we will go through a short custom made adventure using character's made in "DnD character building and dungeon delving!", one you brought on your own, or grabbing one we prepared ahead of time, there will be puzzles, social situations, and combat encounters!

Speakers

Thomas Bonser

Xander McDevitt

Saturday February 22, 2025 9:00pm - 11:00pm EST
Conference Room H (Children's)

Teens (Age 13-18)

Age Level Teen/Young Adult – Geared towards those 12 - 21 years of age.
Experience Focus All – This class is intended to speak to a broad audience, regardless of skill/experience.

11:00am EST

Embodying Imperfection: Nurturing Haunted Ruins

Sunday February 23, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm EST

Garden Marquee

Does your Bodily Temple feel more like crumbling, desolate, haunted ruins? All temples deserve to be nurtured with loving kindness. Allow this accessible movement practice to serve in dusting off the cobwebs and infusing your space with light. We will remain seated in our chairs or mobility devices as we move through guided meditation, gentle movement, and close with a sound bath to rejuvenate Body, Mind, and Spirit.

Speakers

Andrea Anzalone

Astral Dragon

Andrea Anzalone earned her Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts with a certificate in Health Care Foundations from Washtenaw Community College in 2009 at the tender age of 17. Unsatisfied with the chasm in allopathic medicine between pharmaceutical or surgical intervention and the maintenance... Read More →

Sunday February 23, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm EST
Garden Marquee

Movement/Music Teens (Age 13-18)

Age Level Mature – Geared towards both adults and some of our more mature/older teens.
Experience Focus All – This class is intended to speak to a broad audience, regardless of skill/experience.

1:00pm EST

Pagan Education: Edu-Gaming for Tweens and Teens

Sunday February 23, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm EST

Conference Room E

For the final class in our series on pagan education for families, explore game-based learning and STEM for middle and high school students. Discover how these tools can enhance education and engage students in pagan traditions. An interactive session to empower families to create an exciting learning environment for their older children!

Speakers

Arts and Crafts Teens (Age 13-18)

Age Level Family – Geared towards family oriented activities and discussions (children welcome).
Experience Focus All – This class is intended to speak to a broad audience, regardless of skill/experience.

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