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Rev.Ash is the pastor of the Church of the Green Wood and a minister of the Church of Ancient Ways.

"I am committed to spreading love, peace, and understanding among all people. I believe in the power of play and that spirituality is fun. I consider myself an ecstatic animist and embrace the unity of life and creation. I accept that all human paths to divinity are equally valid if spiritual union is attained; however all religions are constructs of the human imagination which are misleading if adherents lose sight of their inherent connection with [God/dess] and each other. I believe that fundamentalism in all forms betrays a lack of creativity and encompassing love and that acceptance and gratitude are the best paths to peace and harmony on the planet. This is an abundant universe which gifts all who are open to the mystery and miracle we share."

Rev.Clyde has spent much of his life studying diverse systems of magical thought and practice. Current interests include a comparison of traditional Celtic and Japanese mythology and ritual and addressing balance, power, and communication issues between the genders. He is a member of the band Emerald Rose and a performance director for the Mythic Journeys conference, a multidisciplinary celebration of the life and work of Joseph Campbell. Clyde is a devoted father and husband and a talented artist. He is a graduate gemologist and longtime student of gem lore. See his craft at Greenwood Studio.

For us at COTGW, spiritual practice begins in the heart and the home and emanates out to the World.

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Live Love!

Create Peace!

Blessed Be!

Count your blessings and smile, smile, smile!

Revs Clyde and April at PPD-NYC