Correllian Tradition of Wicca First Degree Clergy Application

About serving as Clergy:

The First Degree of Clergy is the entry level of the Correllian Priesthood. As a First Degree Priest/ess you have dedicated yourself to Deity, and to a life on a Spiritual path. As a Novice Priest/ess, the First Degree should be familiar with the details of the Wiccan faith, having a thorough grounding in Wiccan philosophy and Traditions. The First Degree Priest/ess should be able to answer most questions about Wicca on a practical (as opposed to philosophical) level. The First Degree Priest/ess should be able to take any role in ritual with reasonable confidence, short of ritual leader.

As a First Degree Cleric you may choose to become a specialist in one or more areas and use your knowledge to enrich your life or the lives of others. You may also, if you choose, continue your Clerical studies and become Second or eventually even Third Degree Clergy. You might decide to teach, join a Correllian Temple or Order, accept a position with the Tradition or Witch School, conduct academic research, author books, conduct projects of benefit to the greater community, or participate with other groups or organizations. We are all life-long learners on this path. What we do depends upon our personal goals, energy, dedication, and commitment.

As a member of the Correllian Clergy you are expected to:

HONOR Deity always, both as Goddess and as God. Revere the sacred spark of life which is within you and within all things. Revere also the sacred dance of life which is manifest as the physical world. HONOR the Earth, Nature, and Her processes. All life is sacred, and the entire Universe is one Being, Whose soul is Gaia. All which exists is eternally and inseparably connected through the Spirit of the Goddess and the Dance of the God.

HONOR the Divinity within you. Do not pollute your sacredness with hatred, nor with falsehood. Be honorable, fair, and truthful in all things. Strive always to act from your Higher Self, in Perfect Love and Perfect Trust.

HONOR the Divinity within others. We are all sacred, all manifestations of Deity. Therefore follow always the Wiccan Rede: â€œDo as you will, but harm none.

HONOR your Tradition. You are an initiate of the Correllian Tradition honor it and respect its tenets. The Tradition is a family, bound by love and honor -uphold and defend it always, even as the Tradition supports you.

HONOR your fellow Correllian Clergy -remember that they have worked hard for their status, just as you have for yours. Show them always the respect to which Correllian Clergy are entitled. Honor the Elders of the Tradition and the leadership of the Tradition -remember that they have spent many years working for the good of the Tradition and the advancement of Pagans everywhere.

HONOR your fellow Pagans. Remember always: A Pagan is a Pagan. Our faith comes down to us through many cultures and Traditions. We are as a thousand mirrors reflecting the image of Deity from a thousand angles. We have many differences, yet we must never let these stand between us, but embrace one another as a single people. Remember that your fellow Pagans, whatever their background, are on a spiritual path just as you are. Remember that your fellow Pagan Clergy, though their training and views may be different, have worked just as hard for their rank, and believe just as deeply in the tenets of their Traditions, as you yourself. Therefore, while you may sometimes disagree or come into conflict with other Clergy, you should always show them the same civility and respect that you expect to receive yourself.

Powers of a First Degree Priest/ess

A First Degree Priest/ess can perform virtually any ceremony for themselves. Moreover there are five ceremonies that a Correllian First Degree can perform in the name of the Tradition itself.

These are:

Lesser Wiccaning ritual

Coming of Age ritual

Outer Court Dedication ritual

Lesser Handfasting ritual

Lesser funereal ritual

In addition in certain instances if a First Degree is serving as the protégé of a Third Degree, they may be empowered to enact a number of rites normally reserved to the Third Degree (such as legal wedding ceremonies) under the Imperium of their Third Degree sponsor.

All ceremonies conducted in the name of the Tradition (weddings, rites of passage, initiations, etc.) must be reported to the Office of Records immediately upon completion for it to be considered official. Failure to adhere to our policies may render ceremonies invalid, and could jeopardize your Clerical standing. Contact Rev. Raene (or your mentor/templehead) for approval and assistance if you are ever asked to perform such ceremonies.

Please make sure that you have read through the Clergy applications page thoroughly before completing this application.

Legal Name:
ID Number (SA Residents only)
Craft Name: [optional]
Through which Temple are you registered for First Degree?
If other, please supply details:
Registered email address:
Alternate Email address:
Instant Message Address and domain: [optional]
Home Address:
Postal Address: [if different]
Primary Phone Number: [please specifiy type]
Alternate Phone Number: [please specify type]
Webpage: [optional]
Gender:
Have you ever been convicted of or arrested for any crime? If so, please describe fully and provide dates, location and disposition:
Occupation:
Education level:
Pagan Affiliations (groups, projects, awards etc):
Special skills or areas of study (magical or otherwise):
Hobbies and Interests:
Other information about yourself that you would like to share with us:
Name and email of your First Degree Mentor:
Other sources we may consult for information about your studies or personal development:
Date completed the First Degree Course:
Date completed the Ministry Course:
Date completed the Philosophy Course:
Date completed the Five Mystic Secrets course:
Please advise which set of requirements you chose to submit:
Essay no. 1 Title:
Essay no. 2 Title: (if applicable)
Pathworking no. 1 Title: (if applicable)
Pathworking no. 2 Title: (if applicable)
How have you benefited from your work with the materials presented in the First Degree and other required courses?
Have you become familiar with the beliefs, practices, history and structure of the Correllian Tradition?
How have you prepared yourself to serve as a member of the First Degree Clergy (study, training, service, group participation, etc.)?
In your own words, explain what the Wiccan Rede and Law of Threefold Return mean to you. Explain how you apply these concepts in your daily life.
Do you agree to support and follow the beliefs and practices of the Correllian Tradition regardless of your other teachings, beliefs, practices or affiliations?
How will being a member of Clergy benefit you, the Tradition and the community?
What are your long-term plans with the Correllian Tradition? (First Degree, Second Degree, Third Degree, work with a Temple/Shrine or Order, Specialization etc.)
Do you agree to adhere to all the policies of the Correllian Tradition as well as the legal requirements in your country?
Are you willing and able to maintain an active involvement with the Correllian Tradition, and work collaboratively and cooperatively with other members of the Tradition and the administrators?
Do you attest and affirm under penalty of law that all of the information provided in this application is true and correct?
Are you a member of the Outer Court? If so, please list your outer court membership number:
Please paste a copy of your Personal Bio here. 500 word max