We Are.....the OWM !
History of the OWM
What sisters are saying
about White Moon Branch Schools...."My primary motivation for joining the original White Moon School founded by Luna Blanca in 2000 was a need for guidance. I had been seeking a spiritual path that felt right for me, but I was lost and overwhelmed by all the different traditions and groups out there.
Also I had been learning Taoism in recent years, and I wanted a school that would give me the guidance I needed to figure out my truths without insisting that I accept dogma or beliefs."
~ Artemisia
Inspiring Sisterhood
"My spirituality is focused and joyful. I cannot even begin to express how impacted I've been, the spiritual experiences, the self awakenings that have taken place." ~Wren
Some of the lessons flow smoothly and easily and other times, I find myself struggling as I uncover realizations about myself. ~Lila
High Preistesses Artemisia and Nessa of Sisters in Celebration
"I had been researching religious paths for several years. One night I did a tarot reading in which I pulled up Isis. I wanted to know more about her, so I went online. The first website was the OWM website. I loved the Goddess Gallery so much that I checked into the school." ~Susan
"I was looking for a group of wise woman, where we all got along and could learn from each other. And I was also looking for a school where I could learn more about the Goddess, and to strengthen my relationship with Her." ~Asterope Raven
What sisters are saying
about Traditional White Moon Lessons...
"[The lessons are] incredible. I found Truths about myself that I had no idea existed. "~Wren
"The lessons were life changing. It took me two years or so to complete each level because each time I came across a new concept or idea, I would implement it fully into my life before moving forward"~Artemisa
"I am learning and growing stronger each day. The best part is how much better about myself I feel."~Susan
Susan: Daughters of the Greening
"I began my White Moon studies with the intention to learn about the Divine Feminine in a structured way. While learning about many aspects of Goddess along with assorted techniques and correspondences, etc… I have also learned myself. Each level turned up a new set of inner challenges for me to explore and grow from. Since the beginning of my studies I have witnessed many of my own fears and triumphs." ~Nessa
"I am pleased with the lessons, absolutely. See how well that justifies it taking me four years to do????? I just don't want it to end, so I just refuse to finish, LOL. I do enjoy the community"~Wren
Getting ready for the annual gathering's main ritual
Spiritual Head of the Order of the White Moon, High Priestess Diana
What sisters are saying about being a part of the OWM...
"I like being a member of the OWM and sister communities. I learn so much from my sisters. I gain self-confidence and new perspective on all kinds of things. OWM provides a network of trust and sisterly experience that help me be more confident in myself. I think one of the best things is the validation that there are others out there like me who love nature and each other and do what they can to help each other."~Susan
"I feel I can write what I feel and still be accepted. The unconditional love that thrives in this group amazes me. I am by nature a shy introverted person but I find myself growing as a person as I step out of my comfort level and face my fears. Whether it's keeping in touch through email, keeping the Healing Temple in my prayers, doing a WTZ reading or writing for Seasons, I am growing into my self as a person, as a woman."~Lila
"I started off very reserved. It is important to me as a woman to be accepted in a way that I have always accepted people. I was frightened of being judged….but there was no judgment here at OWM, and that helped me tremendously!The OWM Chat group has played a great part in providing me with an environment that is steady, nurturing, and safe to learn and grow in" ~Nessa
"Being a member of the Order of the White Moon community the past 7 years has become a part of my every day life. It is an extension of my real-life family."~Artemisia
"My spirituality is focused and joyful. I cannot even begin to express how impacted I've been, the spiritual experiences, the self awakenings that have taken place." ~Wren
I love being a part of the community. I feel like I finally have a support network of loving, compassionate, wise, accepting and fun women friends that are followers of the Goddess. It really is like being in a family, I do consider each woman a Sister.I gain so much from it. I learn from other women, I am inspired by their strengths..." ~ Asterope Raven
We invite you to browse our Practitioner's directory!
All registered students of the order's branch schools are welcome to join the Order of the White Moon chat group. The OWM Chat groups offer a wonderful opportunity to get to know one another better and share thoughts and experiences and information. The OWM chat group is a sacred woman space that consists of sisters of all levels of learning from all of the branch schools.
This council consists of sisters who have completed OWM Traditional teachings and that have been ordained as ministers by the OWM. They offer spiritual support to the order with their wisdom and experience. They also offer guidance to the working board of the OWM. Many of the sisters on the HP Council teach in branch schools endorsed by the OWM. If you have any questions, praise, or concerns you may contact the HP council at order@orderwhitemoon.org
The Board of the OWM:
The OWM is a legal entity; as a 501c3 legally recognized Religious Non Profit Organization. Not all members of the High Priestess Council are members of the OWM Board of Directors; often the board of directors seeks out the HP Councils prayerful guidance and opinions on spiritual, legal and mundane matters. You may view the current board of directors here . You may contact the board of directors at order@orderwhitemoon.org
Community Outreach Opportunities:
Public Prayer Ministry
The purpose of the Order of the White Moon prayer ministry is to actively encourage prayer and foster trust in Goddess within the lives of those who seek and know Her. By being open and responsive to the workings of Goddess, we pray that Goddesses' love, guidance and healing power be gifted for the positive benefit of all who submit a request for prayers.
Our Order of the White Moon Sisters who take part in the order's prayer ministry are well versed in prayer and follow the Order of the White Moon's long standing traditions. Sisters will pray immediately for each request, for praying is a joy and responsibility.
Weekly Tarot Zodiac
Sisters volunteer their insight, wisdom and tarot talent to join in and volunteer for writing the WTZ. It is our deepest hope that all who visit return often to enjoy our offerings; as we are pleased to be of service in this way.
Seasons of the Moon Ezine
Seasons of the Moon is a quarterly online magazine published by students and members of The Order of The White Moon. All contributions are original material submitted by our students and members.
Annual Gathering- The Order of the White Moon Annual Gathering is where sisters from all affiliated schools get together. The Gathering is a safe, spiritual gathering, so we respect this by keeping the event drug and alcohol free. The location for this event varies each year based upon the location of those interested in attending the gathering.
Ruby DeLuna Care Fund- Ruby DeLuna was a beloved member of our Order who passed away of cancer. We have established the Ruby DeLuna Care Fund to send gifts and cards to members who experience a loss or a birth.
Gemstone Exchange- This tradition carries over from the first school of White Moon teaching. Near the time of the annual gathering there is an announcement sent to ask for sister's voluntary participation.
Yultide Secret Sister Gift Exchange- This secret sister gift exchange is delightful! Each sister is assigned a secret sister to gift!
Tarot Buddies -The purpose of the group is to give students and members an opportunity to practice doing readings for each other. It is our hope that in doing so we will each get to know our cards a bit better and improve as readers of Tarot. There are announcements made periodically to join this group.
Healing Temple -
The Healing Temple is a sacred place that exists solely to address all spiritual requests of sisters within the OWM community with the care that each one deserves. It is the purpose of this Healing Temple to accept prayer, energy, magickal, shamanic healing, reiki, and similar requests from the sisters in the OWM community and their loved ones; and to raise the sacred healing energies and direct them to place. All sisters are welcome to enter the Healing Temple.
This is a closed healing group, a private gathering for sisters in the OWM community.
Students can receive Order of The White Moon gear for an in-kind donation to the Order. These are special custom items available only to OWM students and members. All proceeds from donations are used to support the day to day functions of the OWM, such as web hosting, legal filing fees and such.
The Order of the White Moon Songbook
Circle Songs from The Gatherings of 2004 and 2007 sung by the sisters from The Order of the White Moon are availabe to students and members for download or order.
