Our High Priestesses



"We evolve only when we participate, not when we sit on the sidelines fearing inadequacy.
And the more we act, the more wisdom, confidence, and excellence we receive.
Trusting the process leads to peace and contentment. Release impatience. Dive in; you will rise to the top.
Instead of focusing on the final product, ask yourself how you are becoming a better person
 by immersing in this divine process."
~ Jill Badonsky




High Priestesses
GrannyMoon,  Head Mistress, Mother High Priestess and Founder of Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, Circle of the Silver Hive, The Most Excellent Order of the Crone of the Burning Branch, The Order of the Black Hat Dumfries, VA

Former staff member and student of the Esoteric Theological Seminary, attended LDS Seminary and is an ordained Metaphysical Interfaith minister with doctoral degrees in Theology and Divinity. Doula, Reiki Master and Lifetime Member of Herbal Healer Academy, Inc. Head of Sisters of the Burning Branch, dedicated to the Feminine Divine and is currently taking students.  Feel free to contact her at: GrannyMoon@goddessschool.com   Website:  http://goddessschool.com


C
ourses Available:
GrannyMoon's Coventry of Healing Arts and Pagan Studies
High Priestess Training  - GoddessSchool - A Course in Women's Shamanism
Reiki Training Face to Face
Reiki Training On-Line

Natural Witchcraft

Freya, High Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, British Columbia

I have a Doctorate degree in Naturology from the American Institute of Holistic Theology and diplomas in related fields such as Reflexology, Aromatherapy, and Iridology and Counseling. I am a second year apprentice in the society of Celtic Shamans and a Reiki teacher and I am presently working toward a degree in Women's Studies through the  Athabasca University. I am married and have three children.  Born and raised in Germany I  moved to Campbell River, BC in 1992.
 
My on-line school "Sisters in Freya's Moon" will open in March 2004. The teachings focus on courses in Women's Spirituality as
well as courses in Sacred Aromatherapy, Intuitive Reflexology and other related healing arts. Email: freya_smoon@yahoo.ca
Visit her websites: www.sistersinfreyasmoon.com and http://ca.geocities.com/eikelandca/freyaspage.html
Join her weekly newsletter:  www.sistersinfreyasmoon.com/newsletter.html

Courses Available:
"Sacred Aromatherapy for Women"

Dream Workshop
http://www.sistersinfreyasmoon.com/courses/dreams.html


Penelope Hearthwoman (aka GaiYin) High Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, Maryland

Penelope does readings using the MotherPeace tarot deck.  She also does readings using photos and the name of the person. She is in the process of obtaining Reiki Master level and has recently completed Level 3 of Goddess School. Originally from North Dakota but residing in Maryland since 1988, Penelope is happily married and the mother to 2 sweet cats, Mocha and Kali. Penelope enjoys quilting, reading, herb/flower gardening, cross-stitch, crochet and--oh, yeah!--witchcraft! Please contact her at stitchnwitch403@yahoo.com
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Tarot Readings Available

Rev. Samantha Beaty, High Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, Order of the White Moon,  Northern Virginia

I am a Reiki Master, Certified Herbalist, and an ordained minister of the Ministry of Light Interfaith Church.  Unable to find a path to suit my needs, I created the "Tradition of the Witches Circle".  This tradition blends together Wicca, Paganism, Taoism, and Shamanism, to create a tradition devoted to the Lord and Lady. 

Visit her website!
http://www.themagickshop.com

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Please contact her at: samsday@aol.com


Rhianna, High Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch,  Texas (formerly Northern Virginia)
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I am a Reiki Master/Teacher and an ordained minister in the Ministry of Light Interfaith Church. I am currently
working on a program in Reflexology and plan to incorporate Reiki, Reflexology, Dream Interpretations
and Tarot readings into a path for Healing.
 
Feel free to contact me at Rhianna@HOT.rr.com

Ezevia Rose - High Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, Circle of the Silver Hive,The Most Excellent Order of the Crone of the Burning Branch: Rhode Island


I am daughter, mother, and grandmother, a Sister of the Burning Branch.

As such I have learned to incorporate into my daily life as a teacher of young children the Sacred Feminine. Through song and chant, dance and drumming I help bring the children back to the natural rhythms of the earth. Having earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1976 I have been working with and teaching children since that time. In 2002 I  completed my studies in The Science and Art of Herbalism under Rosemary Gladstar and am currently a  student of Herbalist Susun Weed. I take great joy in creating my own herbal healing remedies and aromatherapy blends. I consider myself Green Witch. As a tribute to the Goddess Gaia I have nurtured my ponds and gardens in which grow perennials, herbs and annuals. My gardens have been  certified as a Wildlife Habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. I have spent the last seven years of my life as a vegan at first for personal health reasons followed by a great compassion for helping our planet to heal. I am a Wild Woman!

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Courses Include:
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Learning the Pendulum


Ezevia Rose


Gaiathena, High Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, Circle of the Silver Hive, The Most Excellent Order of the Crone of the Burning Branch, Northern VA

I am an ordained Interfaith Minister, Reiki Master/Teacher, Seichim Master/Teacher, and an Elder in the Methodist Church, and am a member of the Global Reiki Association.  I am currently working on my degree in Natural Science with a concentration in herbs.

I have a great love of nature and value all the treasures that she brings forth.  I make custom design stone jewelry, amulet pouches, shawls, bags and purses, tinctures, balms, etc.  I have traveled to many places and am a life-experienced person. 

Services available:
Ministerial services in the Commonwealth of Virginia
Stone Starter Course
Custom Design Stone Jewelry - http://goddessschool.com/projects/gaiathena/Bewitching/Jewelry.htm

Gaiathena - ogre8reddog@comcast.net

Amber Rain, High Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, Circle of the Silver Hive, Tennessee

As a Priestess, I feel I am given the power of leading others. I have acquired knowledge from the Sisters of the Burning Branch courses, as well as knowledge from my own studies.  I am skilled in tarot readings, dream interpretation, sometimes I feel I possess some psychic abilities that I have not yet been able to grasp. I am a Reiki Master and I am also studying herbalism. I have started my own herb garden and belong to a group in Chattanooga, which is very new and is still having its ups and downs. I have led several circles with them. I would always share any of my knowledge with anyone who asks me questions. I try to be positive and encouraging and find the light in dark situations. 

Amber Rain -  reneelisab@yahoo.com


Dame Niamh, High Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, Circle of the Silver Hive, The Most Excellent Order of the Crone of the Burning Branch: New York
 
I call myself "Dame" because I am a bona fide Crone, 68 years of age by the grace of the Goddess.  I was called to Her service about 25 years ago, and studied independently until November 2004, when I enrolled with Sisters of the Burning Branch.
 
I have a Bachelor of Arts degree from Hunter College, New York City.  I've worked for myself as an independent consultant for the past 23 years.
 
I am a mother and grandmother of seven ranging in age from 27 to 5 years old!  For the past two years I've been a Caregivers' Support Group leader for the Alzheimer's Association.  Since I was a child I could stop bleeding (anything but arterial) with my bare hands.  Recently I've completed my Reiki Master's course, and hope to go on to teach.  Healing and counseling are my gifts from the Mother, as well as writing poetry and singing.
 
I hope to be ordained to be able to perform weddings and other rituals in service to the community.

Dame Niahm
RIP Dear Sister! Our Dear Sister Passed Over in 2008. She is with us in our hearts and in the heartbeat of our Mother! Blessed Be Dear One!
Gwendolyn LaFae, High Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, Circle of the Silver Hive, Northern VA

I am the founder and High Priestess of The Sisters in The Goddess Tree, a daughter hive of The Burning Branch Coventry
I am a Reiki Master in the tradition Usui and an ordained Interfaith Minister. I offer several courses through my website and I will forever be on a quest to re-learn all of the crafts that I have forgotten. My intent is healing - through many modalities including Herbs, Tarot, Reiki, Dance, and Art, and Teaching. I am a sister, a daughter, a wife, a mother of three boys, a dancer, artist, musician, and a professional in the IT field. I am forever a student. And I love our Mother Earth.  

Gwendolyn LaFae, High Priestessthegoddesstree@yahoo.com please visit my website: http://www.thegoddesstree.com/


Anyia Leanaun Sidhe, High Priestess,  Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, Circle of the Silver Hive, Alabama

I have been a practicing witch for almost 10 years, and a pagan all my 38+ years.  I am a daughter of Brighid, and I keep the flame burning in my kitchen as well as in my heart.  I am also a student of the Toltec path, which has opened many doors for me mentally. 
 
I just celebrated the 1 year anniversary with my coven!  We are a wonderful group of women (and one child) who learn and teach each other and thrive on the magick we create together.  I do not see them as my 'group' but as my sisters.  My life has been so enriched by my association with them and with the Goddess School.
 
I have a B.S. in Secondary Education with major in English and minor in History.  I have not yet found permanent employment, but I am still hoping.  My magickal interests include: tarot, dream interpretation, ghost hunting, spirit contact, psychic revelations, nature foraging, crafts-crochet mostly, teaching.
 
Classes teaching:
Animal Totem Awareness
Varia )O( Moon, High Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, Circle of the Silver Hive, NC

I am a Amazon Elder, Warrior and Daughter of Artemis. I love learning and am currently studying Reiki, herbal healing and many other things. I am a
professional Tarot Reader. My mundane work is with Artemis' sacred hounds in the fields of grooming, training and rescue. I am a lesbian and have been
with my partner for 5 years. My Magickal interests are just about everything! :-)

Please visit me at www.variamoon.com

Medea Moon, High Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, Circle of the Silver Hive, TX

My name is Maggie but my magical name is Medea Moon for Medicine Moon.  I feel that I have a special connection to the Moon and to Earth.  I love all things that are home and family and cozy.  I am also an artist whose main material is clay...imagine that!  I make things that I can cook in.  In fact I garden, take the food from there and cook it in the pots that I make and serve it in them as well.  These small things make me very happy.
 
I joined the Goddess school a couple of years ago.  As with all good lessons and courses, what I learned opened the door for many opportunites for joy and prosperity.  These lessons have brought about a clarity and beauty to my life that I truly cherish.  I am very grateful to be able to be a part of something so wonderful.
Level four was the best level.  I liked the meditation the best of everything I have done with this school.  Overall, I am amazed at how much I have learned from this set of courses.  I had no idea just how blessed I would be by completing these lessons.

Reverend Modron Whiteraven, Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, Circle of the Silver Hive, GA

I came to Goddess School about 2 years ago. It took me a little longer than expected to finish. I am a healer, herbalist, Reiki practioner, massage therapist and a shaman type. I came to GrannyMoon to formalize my pathway as a priestess. I have been a lightworker formally for 5 years, I am a shield maiden of Avalon. I am researching day and night. I am a watcher. I help when and where and if I am able. There are some things which are universal in nature, but, I believe each and every one should be able to value their own pathways. It is individual, although, connected to everything else which exists at all times and beyond time. My path is a simple one, I am the smallest of voices. I was born as I am. It took me a long time to believe the unseen things. Perhaps, balance is one of the things I am seeking in this lifetime. To walk lightly and with grace? Probably best to describe my pathway as very etheric .I was wounded in 3d and have to find a new way of making a living in 3d. Turning to the arts to make my way. Writing and art, crafting staves and whatever the path brings. Always within integrity, in the best way I am able.

Many bright blessings,  Modron


Lady RavenHawk, High Priestess,  Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, Circle of the Silver Hive, NY

AKA B.Ella Donna aka Baywitch has over thirty years of experience as a lecturer, in addition to teaching, in the field of metaphysics and Wiccan philosophy. Ella has studied under the tutelage of notable teachers including authors Trish Telesco, Jamie Samms, author and creator of Medicine Cards, and the late Robert ‘Buz’ Myers, internationally respected astrologer. Currently she is a Reiki practitioner as well as an artist, with her work sold in local shops.

Active in the Pagan community, Ella is friends with the former head of the North American Pagan Alliance and is a Priestess in the Sisters of the Burning Branch. Spirituality has always been a part of her life. Since childhood she knew spirits existed and often saw them. Her journey has led her to this current path. A path that still includes teaching. Teaching through her works of fiction about the world of the unseen, with hopes to educate people about the religion of Wicca. Every Witch Way But Dead, a paranormal novel is due out in the Spring of '07. Currently she is finishing the second book in the Angelica Kane series, and a third is in outline form
Rev. Matooka MoonBear, High Priestess of Sisters of the Burning Branch & Sisterhood of the Silver Star. , NH

I am an ordained minister of the ULC (Universal Light Church) where I completed Master of Wicca studies. Spiritual work also includes working with a Mohawk Spiritual Person for 4 years. Finding Ammachi and accepting Her as my Sat Guru. In my lively hood I am a Massage therapist and Reiki Master Teacher in the Usui Method of Natural Healing. Recently, have made my spiritual art into an Oracle deck and can do readings for others with it. I also offer finding and working with your Power Animals.

My Website is: www.sacredunion-nh.com


Artesia, Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, MI


I can't tell you how much the courses meant to me.  I feel so much more at peace with myself because I am not unsure about what I believe and how to 'properly' access 'god'.  I am empowered and focused. 
My bo
ok is now available from Llewellyn.  I've attached a jpeg of the bookcover.  My website is set up for paypal (www.melodiebolt.net).  I will donate $3.00 for every copy sold to the school's scholarship fund.   
Pan Gaia and Llewellyn ran a pagan fiction contest.  They received over 300 manuscripts and chose 13 of the best to print in the anthology.  My story "Selk River" was one of the 13 chosen.  It is about a woman grieving and her journey of discovery
www.melodiebolt.net


LadyHawke, High Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, ME

I have been pagan for well over 15 years.  I am proud of my path and find it gives me solace in the darkest of times and lights the day with its brightness.  I am a daughter, mother and grandmother as well as a High Priestess of the Burning Branch.  I am also a doctoral candidate in Holistic Theology and have an undergraduate degree in Holistic Health, and I am a Registered Nurse doing a masters in that field.  My speciality is healing.  I work with herbs, touch, divinations through several Tarot decks I have as well as Dreams.  I am an original "Kitchen Witch".  And have ever been a natural empath. 


Morgana Ariel, High Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star - CA

Morgana Ariel (also known as Carolina Amor-Boggs) is a tarot reader, rune reader, and astrologer. She loves playing the drum and drawing. She is a Reiki Master in several modalities including Usui, Seichim, and Lightarian. She is a Lightarian Rays and New Earth Teacher. She reads the Egyptian Cartouche, and writes ritual and spellwork.

Courses:
Triple Goddess - Maiden, Mother, and Crone
Reiki I, II, III and Master Level
Lightarian Rays
Lightarian Reiki
NET Training

Thank you. Blessings,

Morgana caro_boggs@yahoo.com




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