Third Degree Overview

Witches in the Craft at Third Degree level. To train at Third Degree level, a student must already have Initiated into the coven of the good witch, and possess Second Degree status. Should a newcomer to the Coven already hold a Second Degree equivalent from another Tradition, we request that a bridging course be completed before progressing to Third Degree Training in the Coven Of The Good Witch.

The speed at which students progress will naturally depend upon previous experience. All we ask of newcomers is that they make a firm commitment to complete Series 1 of their Third Degree training, at which point they may make a decision to either continue with their training, or leave as they so choose.

The Coven's Third Degree training is a firm grounding in the elite studies of the Celtic Tradition, and involves practical real-life guidance (where possible), as well as thorough grounding in the various aspects of Celtic WitchCraft.

The Third Degree training consists of 3 series of studies, involving the practical as well as the theoretical aspects of WitchCraft. The course involves ritual, spellcasting, meditation, personal wellbeing studies, as well as other traditional aspects of WitchCraft. Our aim is to train well-developed and skilled High Priests and Priestesses of the Celtic Tradition of WitchCraft.

After completing the Third Degree training and Initiating as a Third Degree Priest/ess of the Coven Of The Good Witch Of The North, the student is qualified to start their own Coven,

and to teach all levels of the Celtic Tradition. A High Priest/ess may also conduct Initiations and Rites of Passage.

Courses begin at regular intervals throughout the year, and further information about courses offered is available by contacting the The Coven Of Thhe Good Witch Of The North.

Seventh Weave Topics Teaching Skills. We learn the skills associated with Mentoring and leading group ritual and discussion.

Communications Skills and Body Language. We learn how body language can be a powerful tool in group ritual.

The Afterlife. We look at and study afterlife beliefs, near-death experiences, and the traditional myths relating to death of a variety of civilisations.

Love and Hate. We study personal relationships, and the use of strong emotion in ritual.

Naming Ceremonies. We study and learn naming ceremonies, and their importance in Celtic culture.

Rites of Passage. We look at rites of passage, including those of adulthood, motherhood and fatherhood, and the rites of Croning.

Dealing with Grief. We learn about grief, how to counsel and support those in grief, and how to deal with personal loss.

Ninth Weave Topics Running an Good Witch Of The North Coven. We study how Hiving happens and how to deal with the everyday issues associated with running a Coven.

Public Gatherings and Workshops. We learn how to plan, organise and run public gatherings and workshops.

Preparation for Leadership. We train for the roles of Priest and Priestess, and discuss and learn the responsibilities of holding such roles.

Group Dynamics. We look at group dynamics, and how to deal constructively with group conflict.

The Role of the Leader. Being a leader in an Coven can be difficult. We discuss some of the pitfalls and issues associated with leadership.

Write an essay on your personal goals in the pagan community and how to obtain them.

Write and perform a ritual for connecting with Nature spirits and one for connecting with Faeries.

Complete the One year and a day during which you will assist the coven in teaching, counseling and spiritual development.

Convene with The Good Witch Of The North High Priest, High Priestess and Council of Elders during which your personal and spiritual development shall be discussed. And your intentions of either remaining on the Council of Elders or Hiving off to form a sister coven will be discussed.


	Behold The Mystery \| home Third Degree Overview The Coven Of The Good Witch, Witches in the Craft at Third Degree level. To train at Third Degree level, a student must already have Initiated into the coven of the good witch, and possess Second Degree status. Should a newcomer to the Coven already hold a Second Degree equivalent from another Tradition, we request that a bridging course be completed before progressing to Third Degree Training in the Coven Of The Good Witch. The speed at which students progress will naturally depend upon previous experience. All we ask of newcomers is that they make a firm commitment to complete Series 1 of their Third Degree training, at which point they may make a decision to either continue with their training, or leave as they so choose. The Coven's Third Degree training is a firm grounding in the elite studies of the Celtic Tradition, and involves practical real-life guidance (where possible), as well as thorough grounding in the various aspects of Celtic WitchCraft. The Third Degree training consists of 3 series of studies, involving the practical as well as the theoretical aspects of WitchCraft. The course involves ritual, spellcasting, meditation, personal wellbeing studies, as well as other traditional aspects of WitchCraft. Our aim is to train well-developed and skilled High Priests and Priestesses of the Celtic Tradition of WitchCraft. After completing the Third Degree training and Initiating as a Third Degree Priest/ess of the Coven Of The Good Witch Of The North, the student is qualified to start their own Coven, and to teach all levels of the Celtic Tradition. A High Priest/ess may also conduct Initiations and Rites of Passage. Courses begin at regular intervals throughout the year, and further information about courses offered is available by contacting the The Coven Of Thhe Good Witch Of The North. Weave 7 - coming soon Weave 8 - coming soon Weave 9 - coming soon Enquiries Seventh Weave Topics Teaching Skills. We learn the skills associated with Mentoring and leading group ritual and discussion. Communications Skills and Body Language. We learn how body language can be a powerful tool in group ritual. The Afterlife. We look at and study afterlife beliefs, near-death experiences, and the traditional myths relating to death of a variety of civilisations. Love and Hate. We study personal relationships, and the use of strong emotion in ritual. Eighth Weave Topics Naming Ceremonies. We study and learn naming ceremonies, and their importance in Celtic culture. Rites of Passage. We look at rites of passage, including those of adulthood, motherhood and fatherhood, and the rites of Croning. Dealing with Grief. We learn about grief, how to counsel and support those in grief, and how to deal with personal loss. Ninth Weave Topics Running an Good Witch Of The North Coven. We study how Hiving happens and how to deal with the everyday issues associated with running a Coven. Public Gatherings and Workshops. We learn how to plan, organise and run public gatherings and workshops. Preparation for Leadership. We train for the roles of Priest and Priestess, and discuss and learn the responsibilities of holding such roles. Group Dynamics. We look at group dynamics, and how to deal constructively with group conflict. The Role of the Leader. Being a leader in an Coven can be difficult. We discuss some of the pitfalls and issues associated with leadership. Show efficiency in two forms of Divination. Write and teach a course of Divination of your choice. Write an in-depth report on a religion other than Wicca. ( to include history, development, beliefs, ect. ) Write an essay on your personal goals in the pagan community and how to obtain them. Write and perform a ritual for connecting with Nature spirits and one for connecting with Faeries. Write and teach a lesson on Spiritual development. Plan and execute an event, involving area pagans. Read and give an oral summary on the following books: Magickal religion and Modern witchcraft - James R. Lewis Celtic Myth and Magic - Edain McCoy Golden Bough - James Frazer Aradia - Gospel of the Witches - Charles Leland A Witches Guide to Fairy Folk - Edain McCoy Write a ritual for: A Wiccaning An Initiation A Handfasting A Handparting Crossing the Veil Complete a community project (food drive, volunteer service ect) PERFORM: THE GREAT RITE Complete the One year and a day during which you will assist the coven in teaching, counseling and spiritual development. Convene with The Good Witch Of The North High Priest, High Priestess and Council of Elders during which your personal and spiritual development shall be discussed. And your intentions of either remaining on the Council of Elders or Hiving off to form a sister coven will be discussed.