Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law,
Greetings, fellow seekers of the mysteries,
It is Soror Aurora again reaching out from ARARITA Oasis writing to share the news of our community.
Recent Gatherings and Updates
Our recent Meet & Greet at Lestat's in Hillcrest was a convergence of kindred spirits. Remember, these gatherings are a monthly occurrence, so mark your calendar for the next one on October 27, 2024.
In a truly magickal event, we recently performed the Rite of Isis from the Grimoire of Aleister Crowley. Our gratitude flows to Frater Narthex Pyr, whose Will manifested the perfect venue for our ritual. With twelve seekers present, the energy was palpable, and the ritual unfolded flawlessly under Frater Narthex Pyr's leadership. Bodymaster, Frater Logos, as always, proved to be a versatile practitioner, adapting to the needs of the ritual with true Thelemic spirit.
In a moment that sent ripples through the Akashic records (at least in my mind), the esteemed Rodney Orpheus himself acknowledged our workings on the ethereal plane of social media!
Rodney Orpheus, Author of The Grimoire of Aleister Crowley, acknowledging we exist! Their book is available for purchase here.
The Great Work Continues
We are excited for the future of ARARITA Oasis. Three newcomers attended our Rite of Isis ritual, and it was so nice to welcome new attendees. Soon, a candidate for initation will take the next step on the path of illumination. The deadline for Minerval Degree Initiation applications is due at the end of this year. Stay tuned to our calendar and blog for udpates about this upcoming event.
Forthcoming Rituals and Gatherings
*October Meet & Greet in San Diego County, CA*
- Date: Sun Oct 27th • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Location: Lestat's @ Hillcrest (upstairs room), 1045 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92116
- Open to all seekers (the public is welcome)
-Bring your grimoire or latest tarot deck/book for enlightened discourse.
*Mass and Chapter Meeting at Golden Lotus Lodge in Orange County, CA*
- Date: Sat Nov 16th • 1:30 PM - 6:30 PM
- Location: Golden Lotus Lodge, Orange County, CA
- For initiates only.
-A special Mass will be performed, followed by a meeting with the Chapter of the Southwest.
Check out Golden Lotus Lodge’s website here: http://goldenlotus-oto.org
*Whispers from the ether suggest that we may hold a Gnostic Mass in November. Keep your eye on our events calendar and subscribe to our newsletter for further updates.*
Announcment of Personal Leave
I would like to inform you that I shall be undertaking a personal time of Great Work, necessitating a leave of absence from officer duties and local events until the turning of the year. During this time, please direct your inquiries thus:
- For matters of events, membership, initiations, or officer consultations: Bodymaster Frater Logos at ararita.master@oto-usa.org
- For questions about dues, donations, or initiation fees: Treasurer Frater Narthex Pyr at ararita.treasurer@oto-usa.org
May your True Will guide you through the beautiful and chaotic labyrinth of existence.
Love is the Law, Love under Will
Soror Aurora
ARARITA Secretary
San Diego, California