Croning ceremony

In many churches, older adults are a large constituency. Yet they are often underserved. Here are practical ways to minister to their needs.

Ever heard of a croning ceremony? What is it and why all women carry that energy and power inside? Maybe it's time to let it out.

Croning Ceremony: In Ancient times, older women were the keepers of primal Mysteries and were revered for their special wisdom.

For me, Crone has become an energy I crave more of as I began my forties. Even though official Croning usually happens between 50-60 (with menopause and the

The Wise Woman retreat honored the passage of women age 56 or older into the third stage of womanhood. Women who had passed through menopause (or hysterectomy) and are now holding their power within, had the opportunity to personally reclaim the once-honored designation of crone, by celebrating their transition into wise womanhood. During this retreat, participants used their inner guidance and those of their peers to guide their journey of this rite of passage. My spunky 90-year old…

In some Wiccan traditions, people choose to honor the God and Goddess, rather than focusing on the harvest aspect of the holiday.

What a scrumptious evening. Perfect place, perfect weather, perfect program, and, of course, perfect women. Let’s review the Mmmm’s. Maidens – our precious young women who bring such spark and ener…

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Celebrating the Crone: Rituals & Stories by Gardner, Ruth - ISBN 10: 1567182925 - ISBN 13: 9781567182927 - Llewellyn Publications - 1999 - Softcover