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

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8:30pm EST

Prophecies from the Silk Road to Siberia

Thursday February 20, 2025 8:30pm - 10:00pm EST

North Asian Divination of Beads, Bones, Coins, & Stones
The grasslands of Mongolia, the steppes of Central Asia, the deserts of the Gobi, and the frozen forests of Siberia. The Shamanic and Buddhist cultures in these harsh environments have cultivated powerful yet practical, and deeply nuanced divination methods that have allowed these tribes to not only survive, but to thrive as well. In this class, we will explore several of these methods, some of which are practical enough if you need quick but powerful divination “on-the-go”, as well as some North Asian tips that can benefit your other divination practices. If we have time, we will perform a complex Mongolian 41-stone divination for the entire class.

Speakers

David Shi

David Shi is a shamanic worker and folk magic practitioner who primarily engages in traditional North Asian forms of shamanism. He is primarily of Manchurian descent, but can also trace ancestry to Mongolian, Chinese, Korean, as well as a little Tungus Siberian and ancient Central... Read More →

Thursday February 20, 2025 8:30pm - 10:00pm EST
Conference Room C

Lecture/Discussion

Age Level All Welcome – Acceptable for all age levels to be present in the class.
Experience Focus All – This class is intended to speak to a broad audience, regardless of skill/experience.

10:30pm EST

Hex Support: Mixing Magic in the Machine

Thursday February 20, 2025 10:30pm - Friday February 21, 2025 12:00am EST

Conference Room C

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Weird times call for weird tools. Magic isn’t just about herbs, candles, and ceremonial robes anymore—it’s apps, AI, and a dose of digital chaos. In this 90-minute ride through the tangled intersection of tech and witchcraft, we’ll cover how to summon your guardian angel with Midjourney, write spells with ChatGPT (yes, really), and create digital sigils that pack as much punch as the old-school ones. And that grimoire you’ve been writing in? Time to take it online.

Pulling straight from my upcoming book, The Magical AI Grimoire: A Book of Shadows for Contemporary Chaos, this class will show you how to meld the mystical with the modern—and have a damn good time doing it.

Speakers

Davezilla

Davezilla has been reading tarot for about forty years. His first deck was the Aleister Crowley deck. Probably not the best choice for a beginner, but try telling him that. He has undergone initiations in Wicca, traditional witchcraft, Discordianism, Palo Mayombe, and is a practicing... Read More →

Thursday February 20, 2025 10:30pm - Friday February 21, 2025 12:00am EST
Conference Room C

Lecture/Discussion Arts and Crafts

Age Level Mature – Geared towards both adults and some of our more mature/older teens.
Experience Focus Advanced – Class covers details and practices that require a good working knowledge of the topic.

9:30am EST

Mainstreamers and Mystery-Seekers

Friday February 21, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am EST

Conference Room C

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Witchcraft has exploded in popularity as a genre within entertainment media, as a fashion aesthetic, and as a lifestyle brand: crystals, tarot decks, and spellbooks are now sold at major retailers and these tools and information about witchcraft are easily accessible in ways that would have once seemed unimaginable. How do members of the magical community navigate their own identity and feelings of authenticity within this context of Witchcraft-as-fad, and what does it mean for our ability to build community? In this class I will share findings from my academic research into how Pagans respond to the mainstreaming of interest in the “witchy” and esoteric and navigate this cultural landscape, followed by discussion.

Speakers

Carly Sherman

University of Notre Dame

Carly Sherman is a doctoral candidate at the University of Notre Dame working on completing her Ph.D. in Sociology. Her research interests include New Religious Movements, subcultures, identity, gender and sexuality, and theory, and she has studied Witchcraft and Contemporary Paganism... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am EST
Conference Room C

Lecture/Discussion

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.

11:30am EST

Queer Rites of Passage in Magickal Practice

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

Conference Room C

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Queer people undergo many unique rites of passage in our journeys to become our authentic selves, from coming out to taking our first dose of hormones to celebrating chosen family. How can we honor these important milestones with a magickal ritual in a way that’s personal, profound, powerful, and affirming? In this workshop, we’ll look at techniques and ideas for potent rite of passage rituals for a wide variety of queer magickal practitioners, and end with a guided meditation for participants to find more ideas to craft their own rituals.

Speakers

Enfys Book

Author, Major Arqueerna

Enfys J. Book (they/them) is the author of the Gold COVR award-winning Queer Qabala, co-author (with Ivo Dominguez, Jr.) of Sagittarius Witch, and author of the forthcoming Queer Rites: A Magickal Grimoire to Honor Your Milestones with Pride (Llewellyn, 2025). They are the High Priest... Read More →

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

Lecture/Discussion

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.

2:00pm EST

The Magick of Traditional Witchcraft

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

Conference Room C

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In this workshop we will learn the mysteries of Traditional Witchcraft. Some say this is the oldest form of witchcraft, while others say it was invented as a counter approach to Gerald Gardner’s Wicca. Learn the history and mythology of Traditional witchcraft, as well as magical techniques, spirits conjurations, and how to connect with the ancient chthonic powers of the land, the below, and the above realms. Learn how to use cauldrons, brooms, masks and many tools associated with the Craft of the Old World.

Speakers

Chris Allaun

Chris Allaun has been studying and practicing paganism and witchcraft for over 30 years. He is an ordained minister with the Queer pagan tradition The Fellowship of the Phoenix. He is also an initiate of Traditional Witchcraft and the OTO. Chris received his Master of Divinity at... Read More →

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

Lecture/Discussion

Age Level Mature – Geared towards both adults and some of our more mature/older teens.
Experience Focus Beginner – Requires little to no previous knowledge or training on the topic; introductory courses.

4:00pm EST

Live Podcast Episode of Ask a Witch with Bellamy Black

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

Conference Room C

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Join us for a live recording of "Ask a Witch with Bellamy Black," a captivating podcast that delves into the world of witchcraft and spirituality. This special event, hosted by Bellamy Black, owner of Blessed Be Tea and Apothecary of Traverse City, MI, features a 60-minute episode where Bellamy interviews a local expert "Live from ConVocation". During this interview we will discuss the History of ConVo, its impact on the community and will take a deep dive into this year's theme, Malkuth. Attendees will experience the podcast recording process firsthand, with professional production by Cyde Productions of Williamsburg, MI.
Admission is free, but donations to Pagan's in Need are welcome. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of an enlightening conversation and support a great cause!

Speakers

Bellamy Black

Bellamy Black is the vibrant owner of Blessed Be Tea and Apothecary in Traverse City, Michigan, and the voice behind the popular podcast "Ask a Witch." With over 15 years of experience, Bellamy is a Reiki Master, Herbalist, professional witch, and devoted mother and entrepreneur... Read More →

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

Lecture/Discussion

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.

7:00pm EST

Wands and Staves - Tools of the Trade

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

Conference Room C

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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

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 →

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 →

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.

9:30am EST

Hitteon Faith - What it means in today's World

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

Conference Room C

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The Hittites had a sense of foreboding that would not be realized until millennia later. The Religion that they followed encompassed many different formats and styles an even different WAYS of believing. If that sounds paradoxical, then the explanation should be equally as bold. More and more, people are looking for a way to come to grips with the many different directions that religion seems to be going. When you understand that they are all aspects of a singular structure that was broken int little pieces eons ago, it may begin to make more sense. Let me take you on a journey through space and time when the differences of all people were part of the very thing that unified humanity in spirit.

Speakers

AVATAR

Co-Founder, Lil' Country Haven

Joel “Avatar” Bukowski is frequent panelist at various conventions around Michigan, speaking on such topics as Self-Defense, Strange Reality, the difference between Faith and Belief, various other Philosophical and Esoteric Topics. He firmly believes that there is much more to... Read More →

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

Lecture/Discussion

Age Level All Welcome – Acceptable for all age levels to be present in the class.
Experience Focus All – This class is intended to speak to a broad audience, regardless of skill/experience.

11:30am EST

Land Spirits

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

Conference Room C

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As long as we are physical beings living on Earth, we are surrounded by land spirits. Almost all indigenous cultures acknowledge the existence of land spirits and have different levels of working with them. When offended they can become the source of great wrath and tragedy, but when honored they can bring about great blessings and fortune. For those that work with gods and otherworldly spirits, cultivating a strong relationship with land spirits can greatly enhance those practices. This class will help you understand who the land spirits are, and how you can work with them in your own practice. David will be teaching about land spirits from the North Asian shamanic context, but hopes you will find these teachings to allow for a deeper understanding that will enhance your practice.

Speakers

David Shi

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

Lecture/Discussion

Age Level All Welcome – Acceptable for all age levels to be present in the class.
Experience Focus All – This class is intended to speak to a broad audience, regardless of skill/experience.

2:00pm EST

Animism & Food: Energy Sensing to Improve your Life

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

Conference Room C

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What is animism, and its significance to various Indigenous cultures? Indigenous stories will be shared as a framework for the class. While there will be discussion of Animism globally, this class will be centered around peoples from Turtle Island, also known as North America. Clarification will be given on the concept of “old” vs “new” animism. Towards the end of the class, we will practice animistic energy sensing with different foods. For the exercise, you will be asked to close your eyes (you won’t actually be eating any food). Once this energetic technique has been learned, it can be applied in various situations such as with fabrics, crystals, people, and more!

Speakers

Gaybrielle Gray

Gaybrielle Gray is initiated into 4 different traditions, and is most public about her initiation as a Gnostic Bishop. At a young age she started having intense experiences with entities; predictive dreams, and forming friendships with trees and rocks. She has a Bachelor’s Degree... Read More →

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

Lecture/Discussion

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.

4:00pm EST

How to Read Tarot Without Memorization

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

Conference Room C

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Memorizing the meanings of 78 tarot cards is a lot. Adding reversals can feel overwhelming! But don't worry—you can start reading right away without memorizing anything. This interactive workshop will teach you a few simple techniques to help you read with ease, without having to look up the meanings.

Speakers

Joe Monteleone

Tarot Mysticism Academy

Joe Monteleone, described by the Huffington Post as a "one-man-band of magical-thinking-made reality," is a Tarot master teacher, coach, YouTuber, modern mystic, and best-selling author of Tarot Mysticism: The Psycho-Spiritual Technology of the Thoth Tarot. With over 20 years of experience... Read More →

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

Lecture/Discussion

Age Level All Welcome – Acceptable for all age levels to be present in the class.
Experience Focus All – This class is intended to speak to a broad audience, regardless of skill/experience.

11:00am EST

Embodying the Sacred

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

Conference Room C

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Wiccans talk of “Drawing Down the Moon” and “Drawing Down the Sun” in their rituals, but how
is that connection made? And how can you learn to access that connection in everyday life?
Now, more than ever, we need the help of the Gods. But every living being is given free will, and
this makes it difficult for the Gods to affect our world unless we let them work through us, and let our
heads, hands, and/or hearts do their work (always with the option of saying “no”). The world of Magick
opens up as you learn how to let the Gods through, and how to see them in others in the everyday world.

Speakers

Rhiannon Zell

Rhiannon Zell has been a Wiccan Priestess teaching the Craft for over 50 years, and is co-founder ofthe eclectic SerpentStone tradition. For 25 years, she helped organize grassroots Pagan gatheringsthroughout North Carolina, Tennessee, and Georgia, with attendance up to 2,000. With... Read More →

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

Lecture/Discussion

1:00pm EST

Ancestral Lineage Healing

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

Conference Room C

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Not all of the departed are equally well, but the healing and transformation possible for living humans are no less available for the dead. In this short introduction to Ancestral Lineage Healing (as developed by Dr. Daniel Foor of Ancestral Medicine), learn how and why to connect with your wise ancestors and embody their gifts in your life and work.
- understand how the unhealed dead may be impacting you or living family-- and why ritual safety is essential
- see how both the epigenetic wounds and the beautiful medicine of your people can be explored
- consider the social justice possibilities of this practice
- engage in a short ritual to sample Ancestral Lineage Healing

Speakers

Mikki Baloy

Mikki Baloy is a shamanic practitioner and ritualist. She is the author of "Conversations with Mother Mary: Loving Wisdom from Her Life to Yours," having cultivated a relationship with Mary outside of the usual context of the church through animist and shamanic practice. Since 2009... Read More →

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

Lecture/Discussion

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.

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