
Clan Membership
People wishing to join,
Clan O'Sliabh is will be expected to attend 13 nights of general information
and orientation. After seven nights that they will be given the chance to
undergo a Rite called the Rite of the Seeker. The Rite of the Seeker is not an
initiation but he does place the train any Seeker under the protection
spiritually of the Clan this allows the seeker to be present at some rituals
such as the Full Moon Ceremony and it allows them to experience the working
within the circle. At the end of the 13 weeks is that they will be informed
that the program is finished and those that wish an initiation may apply in
writing to the plan. This notification will be made on one to one bases due to
the fact that there may be people who are the Clan believes is not suitable for
consideration for membership.
Most people who are
seeking membership of the plan will need to match the following criteria:
1. They must be prepared to
make one evening a week free to attend meetings.
2. They must have
sufficient time for their private practice, reading, and study at home.
3. It is preferable that
they do not have heavy family commitments or ties.
4. They must be prepared to
discuss their feelings believes etc regarding nudity sex and also their
attitudes towards drugs.
5. They must understand the
loyalty to the Clan.
6. It will be required they
have read the Clan Laws and the Oath of Initiation.
7. They will be prepared to
sit and discuss all of these matters with myself so that there are no misunderstandings
regarding any thing involving the joining the Clan.
8. Ideally you will be
mature and you must be over the age of 18 I would prefer from 25 upwards.
Because the Clan is all
long-term commitment, with all links being formed that are akin to family like
bonds, it is essential that during the preliminary 13 weeks, those people who
do not have the time, commitment or dedication and correct attitude, are taken
to one side and the matter discussed with them. In some cases it may be
possible to place their feet on a path more suitable for them such as a Wiccan
Coven. I am not interested in any who are merely curious or wish to join the
Clan as a means of increasing their social life or to study paganism. I am
however happy to accept visitors to be an initial training program who have a
genuine interest in understanding what we do. This may include a spouse of a
potential member.
During all training
programs and in concluding training as a member of the Clan, every person is
required to take their own notes and couples will be separated so they do not
sit together. It must be understood that bonds and affiliations will be created
if not prior to initiation certainly following an initiation this may not
happen immediately but it will happen over time. There are very specific rules
set out in the Clan law regarding relationships within the Clan.
As you will see by
reading the Law, the Clan has stringent rules and obligations. Thus, there is a
format, which members may be given a form of punishment and justice maintained.
All members have the opportunity if they feel they have been wrong to bring the
matter directly to me for before the Clan. In the case of the Clan Council or
Clan tribunal, I have the final say and power of veto. Minor infringements will
be dealt with by me and done so in private.
There is no charge for
joining the Clan or attending the preliminary tuition however will be required
to have a basic robe. This will be discussed at the time as to the suitable
colour and style. Upon being informed that you may be considered for
membership, you are required to make a written application (this is to stop a
spontaneous jumping in boots and all, but too seriously consider your
application), there will be no coercion nor pressure placed upon you in any way
shape or form. Upon receiving your application and it being approved you will
be notified by an agreed upon method and further details will be given to you
then.
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