In this issue of Hecate’s Loom, the first major articles examine the concept of being a witch and what that entails. This includes but is not limited to Ethos and Ethics, the Pagan Federation, Witches in the southwest, gatherings and a various collection of events. There is an interview with Starhawk and her convictions on the future of pagan spirituality. There is an erudite interview on being a witch and how it relates to society, and feminine-Goddess energy. There is another interview on a detailed study of Tarot. Information on the pagan new year. Historical information on witchcraft in Scotland. There is an extensive 65-question interview sheet for the readers who are seeking to have a greater responsibility in the Pagan movement, specifically, the Craft. There is information on natural herbal remedies and treatments for depression. Poetry and advertisements also dominate this issue of Hecate’s Loom
This issue of Pagan Pages documents the religious, administrative, and social activities of the Oklahoma City chapter of the Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans. It includes portions of the organization’s constitution and bylaws outlining officer responsibilities, meeting procedures, finances, and standing committees, along with minutes from January and February 1993 business meetings. The newsletter also contains an editor’s message, ritual and event announcements, local business advertisements, a calendar of Pagan observances and lunar dates, and information about children’s programming and fundraising. An essay titled “The Sacred at Home” reflects on recognizing sacred meaning in domestic spaces, nature, and ordinary surroundings. Decorative illustrations, handwritten text, and community notices reflect the informal, self-published character of the periodical and provide evidence of Pagan community organization, religious practice, and Unitarian Universalist affiliation in early-1990s Oklahoma City.
