| Scarlet |
Eclectic Celtic Priestess of the Black Forest Tradition, Scarlet was born on July 24th, 1972. She has studied Paganism and Wicca since she was 14 years of age. Her field of expertise focuses on cultures and religions, magical and Wiccan practices, and research and teaching. She has obtained her BA in Classics and Anthropology and Certifications in Journalism, Graphic Design and Technical Communication. And recently she added a BA Honours Religion degree to her repertoire. In 1994, she founded the Concordia University Pagan Society (CUPS) in an effort to develop awareness of this diverse spirituality. That same year, she began the Crescent Moon School, which has experienced several evolutions since. On the public front, Scarlet has published articles and poetry and run a local magazine (WynterGreene) on alternative spirituality. The Montreal Gazette, Pulse News, Jeu De Société, Second Regard, Eros, and several radio stations and magazines have interviewed her. Today she co-manages the Montreal pagan supply store, Le Melange Magique, and is working to complete her Masters degree in Religion: concentrating an East Asian and Contemporary Wiccan religions. Topic: Hand Maiden & Robin in Traditional WICCA Apprentice, assistant, student, maiden or youth: they served an important role in medieval times and throughout the evolution of Traditional Wicca. Usually only a female role but more and more we see a young man in the role, which is the Robin (or Fetch) of the Craft. We will explore history, mystery, knowledge and modern perspectives. |