Welcome, Seeker.
Before walking the path with Ravencrest, one must be ready in mind, spirit, and heart. Membership within our circle is both an honor and a responsibility. Below are the requirements to be considered for initiation into the Ravencrest Coven.
✦ 1. Age Requirement
- Members must be 18 years of age or older.
✦ 2. Spiritual Alignment
- Must have a sincere interest in witchcraft, paganism, or nature-based spirituality.
- Open-mindedness and respect for diverse magical paths and traditions is essential.
✦ 3. Commitment to Growth
- Willingness to learn, grow, and engage in both individual study and group ritual work.
- Completion of the Seeker Period (a probationary phase, usually 3–6 months, depending on participation and engagement).
✦ 4. Code of Conduct
- Must uphold the coven’s ethics and values, including:
- Respect for all members.
- Maintaining confidentiality of rituals and inner circle workings.
- No tolerance for bigotry, hate, or harassment of any kind.
✦ 5. Attendance & Participation
- Required attendance at monthly coven gatherings, Sabbats, and Esbats unless excused in advance.
- Both in-person and online participation are supported. Members may choose their preferred method of involvement depending on availability and location.
- Active participation in rituals, study groups, and community offerings is expected.
✦ 6. Dues & Financial Support
- Seekers are not required to pay dues during their initial learning and probationary period.
- Upon full initiation into the Coven (post-Seeker level), members are asked to contribute $15 per year to help support operational costs, materials, and community events.
- Dues are symbolic and support the spirit of shared responsibility.
✦ 7. Online Academy Enrollment
- Seekers and Members who wish to advance to higher levels within the Coven will be required to enroll in the Ravencrest Online Academy once it opens.
- The academy will serve as the formal structure for in-depth magical education, spiritual development, and advancement through our Cord and Sash System.
✦ 8. Respect for the Circle
- All members must treat the Circle, the Craft, and the spirits we call upon with honor and reverence.
- Ego, drama, and harmful intent are not welcome in sacred space.
If your heart is called to walk between the worlds with us, the path awaits. 🌕