Children of the Moon
Journal · United States · 1990s
Volume I, No. 6 · 1993
About Children of the Moon
Children of the Moon was a quarterly Pagan and Wiccan community journal published by EarthDance, a metaphysical shop in Everett, Washington, during the early 1990s. Combining spiritual practice with the practical and social concerns of Pagan life, it featured seasonal rituals, poetry, book reviews, children's activities, local events, and advertisements for Pagan businesses and organizations.
Editor Cassandra also used its pages to address contemporary issues, including LGBTQ rights, environmental protection, abortion, and more. With its emphasis on family life, mutual aid, and community participation, the journal served as both a spiritual resource and a means of connecting Pagans across the Pacific Northwest.
Publication Details
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Title: Children of the Moon
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Subtitle: A Pagan/Wiccan Journal
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Creator/Organization: EarthDance
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Author(s): Various contributors
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Editor: Cassandra
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First publication year: Unknown (documented by 1993)
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Publication run: Unknown (documented 1993–1994)
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Publisher: EarthDance
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Place of publication: Everett, Washington, United States
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Language: English
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Frequency: Quarterly
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Subjects/Tags: Pagan community life, Pagan families, Pagan parenting, Children's activities, Pagan children's education, Seasonal rituals, Sabbats, Pagan poetry, Book reviews, Environmentalism, Environmental activism, LGBTQ rights, Civil rights, Capital punishment, Social activism, Mutual aid, Community organizing, Pagan businesses, Pagan publishing networks, Pagan gatherings and festivals, Pagan correspondence networks, Early internet communication, Metaphysical shops
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Tradition(s): Paganism, Wicca
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Document type: Journal
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Rights status: Copyright asserted in the original issues; published by EarthDance.
Noteworthy Topics
In its Imbolc/Eostre 1993 issue, Children of the Moon addressed Colorado's controversial Amendment 2, adopted by voters the previous November. The measure restricted legal protections based on sexual orientation and sparked boycotts and legal challenges before being overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court in 1996.
The Lammas 1994 issue discussed the execution of Charles Campbell, who was hanged at Washington State Penitentiary that May. The editorial placed the journal within a wider contemporary debate over capital punishment.
While Children of the Moon was still distributed as a quarterly print journal, editor Cassandra was already inviting correspondence through CompuServe, America Online, and internet email. The notice captures a transitional moment in Pagan publishing, when traditional correspondence networks were beginning to incorporate digital communication.
The Lammas 1994 issue featured an Ask Ms. Appropriate advice column addressing everyday questions of etiquette within Pagan communities. Readers sought guidance on navigating uncomfortable situations during group rituals and respecting personal boundaries, including whether it was acceptable to handle another person's tarot cards without permission.
vol 1. issue 6 page 13
Names & Networks
People: Cassandra (editor; High Priestess of Woodsong Coven) · Ginette Paris (credited author) · Jeff Taylor (contributor) · Angeleno (contributor) · Jan Nunley (contributor) · Ian (High Priest of Woodsong Coven) · Melina (High Priestess of Starwurm) · Blacksun · Shadowhawk · Janet Farrar and Stewart Farrar (advertised festival guests) · Kathy Jones and Mike Jones (creators of The Shining Ones) · Sheila Redman (producer)
Related Publications: The Unicorn (Rowan Tree Church) · The Witches’ Almanac (Pentacle Press) · The Red Queen
Organizations & Networks Mentioned: EarthDance · Wiccan/Pagan Press Alliance (confirmed member) · Woodsong Coven · Silver Oak Grove · MUSE · Starwurm · Aquarian Tabernacle Church · The 9 Houses of Gaia · Project HOPE (Help Our Pagans Eat) · Crossroads Learning Center · Avalon retreat · The Hermit's Grove · Archaic Craft
Events & Gatherings: Spring Equinox Ritual (March 1993) · Spring Mysteries Festival (April 1993) · Beltane Festival (announced for May 1993) · The Shining Ones (August 1994) · Northwest Fall Equinox Festival (September 1994) · Hecate's Sickle (October 1994)
Browse Available Issues
Access: Two digitized issues are available through Internet Archive. Note: Internet Archive's URLs incorrectly identify these issues as The Changling.
1993
Vol. 1, No. 6 · Imbolc/Eostre · Read on Internet Archive
1994
Vol. 1, No. 12 · Lammas 1994 · Read on Internet Archive
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