Janet Brennan

Wiccan rituals are sacred ceremonies wherein witches gather to pray to deities and perform magick. Witches believe magick is a normal power that they find within themselves and in the energies present in fire, water, plants, stones, colors, sound, and movement. Spells, whether simple or complicated, work in achieving a witch's desire, although sometimes not in ways visualized by the witch. Herbs, candles, and incense all work to help direct the energy toward achieving the witch's goal, but the most important element of any magick is the witch's will and desire. Janet Brennan is a frequent contributor to Fate magazine.

As I enter through the back door, I'm warmly greeted by coven leaders Julie and Lawrence...