Many Paths CUUPs

What an incredible turn out we had for the King Paimon workshop!! Lots of new faces, and to them we say welcome! It also seems we have a few workshop regulars... it is always good to see you, friends 😊

What an educational workshop. We learned more about the Ars Goetia and Demonolotry than I anticipated, and even learned a few things about myself and my practice! I'm sure I'm not alone in that, the crowd there seemed really wowed by the work that Will and Alice put into this. Thank you both for being such helpful resources ~

This time, we made prayer beads to be used in our individual practice, as pictured below. Lots of people showed their creativity with this - it was lovely to see everyone's craft! They were blessed for various usage and sent on their merry ways, and I've had mine with me ever since. Yup, that thing is totally a stim toy now. Paimon seems fine with it! 😂

We look forward to seeing everyone at our next gathering, which will be the Lughnasadh ceremony!! Please join us on August 8th from 6-9PM for the ritual and potluck, which, weather permitting, should be outside.

We hope to see everyone soon! Be merry and live well, may this season bless you ✨🌞

We had another beautiful meeting last night! So glad for everyone who could make it, and welcome to our new members! It was an exciting night between making plans for Lughnasadh and doing some seasonal tarot, and people of all levels of experience had much to say about their card pulls. 🃏🔮

For the first time, we filled all our roles for the next ceremony BEFORE the rehearsal date - WOOHOO!! So excited to see everyone who will be taking part in conducting the ceremony for REHEARSAL on 8/1 at 6pm with all our words, vibes, or costumes planned out. If anyone is looking for inspiration, check out the official CUUPS webpage for yearly ritual info, or message our Discord for a chat!

It's been a lovely summer so far, hasn't it? Our next holiday celebration will be all about the fun, the heat, and the food we share when we finally get together. Gifts of rock and fossil goodies were handed out last night, and I'm hoping for more sharing once the ritual comes! We also got to do our planning ahead during this monthly meeting, so pictured is our newly decorated altar. This will stay up through the fall, likely until we redecorate it for Samhain. Drop by the church to take a look!

And don't forget, people! We are hosting another workshop this weekend 👀 interested in the Goetic entities or in working with King Paimon? Meet us at the Bloomington UU Church this Saturday the 11th at 4PM to get familiar!

Lovely seeing you all! If you're new and wanting to join these events, our monthly meetings run on 2nd Wednesdays each month at 7pm in the Unitarian Universalist Church of Bloomington's Fell room. We'd love to welcome new members of all levels of experience, practice, or healthy curiosity. Think you know someone who would like attending a pagan group? Send them a link to our page and have them message us, we'll get the ball rolling!

As always, merry meet, merry part, and merry meet again ✨

And just like that, we have another beautifully fruitful workshop in the books. Two of our most educational council members led a workshop for the goddess Aphrodite, teaching about her myths and stories and how they can guide us today.
We made tools to support working with her in one's practice or for everyday use, with both colored salts and scented oils being taken home by each attendant. Pictured are the set up, the tools, and the aftermath!

Join us for our next workshop on July 11th from 4-6pm at the UU church, where we'll be learning about King Paimon in our first introduction to the Goetic Demons!

We got to do the monthly meeting for June after all! Well worth the wait after this month's storms, especially with the opportunity to welcome a few new members. With ample discussion on our ritual traditions and a beautiful breakdown of our recently donated altar, we had lots of fun getting to know each other - including some great discussion about resources for beginner pagans! Interested? Hit up our Discord to learn more 😉

Pictured here are a few group members with the (undressed) altar - interested in helping us decorate for the season? We'll be working up some festive ideas during next month's meeting, which is July 8th, weather permitting. Join us on second Wednesdays at 7PM in the Bloomington Unitarian Universalist Church, and you might even get to bring home gifts! One of our first-time members brought some truly beautiful wax seals to share - pictured is the box, after many of its treasures had been plundered.

Want to know what we get up to behind the scenes? The Monthly Magic for June was made in the spirit of Summer - we meditated together on the things that bring us joy, each speaking them aloud to empower one another. With musical energy, we hummed a chord and envisioned this positivity, spreading warmth and joy to each other as the unique sound filled and uplifted us. Such activities remind us that ritual and self-regulation can be found every day, so long as you put the intent into what you do.

Next month's meeting will be our preparation and planning for Lughnasadh, which will run from 6-9pm on August 8th. Want to be a part of the ritual this year? Join us and fill a role for the ceremony! There are plenty to go around, they inspire different levels of creativity, and our experienced members will give you all the suggestions you might want while filling a new role. We're planning this during the 7/8/26 meeting, so make sure to attend! Look out for more details to come!

May you stay warm and dry this season, and remember the joy which Summer provides. Stay tuned for updates on our workshops, 8 Wheel of the Year holidays, meetings and events, and more ~*

Due to the nasty weather ManyPaths CUUPS is postponing our month meeting til next week at the same time. That will be June 17th at 7 pm for the monthly meeting.

Happy Days, Friends. We finally have an Altar! This handcrafted table/cabinet stands at waist height and has an octagonal table top that measures 38 inches. It is mounted on casters and easily rolls from room to room. An added bonus is that we have cabinet space for most ritual tools and supplies! This comes as a generous donation from Sean-Thomas to both the church and ManyPaths CUUPs. It is an Coven antique from days gone by.

**Update for upcoming events!**

Wednesday, 6/3/2026 6pm - 8pm
Keepers of the Great Grove Montly Meeting
300 W. Ridgewoods Blvd, Peoria, IL
https://www.facebook.com/events/1007768455061595
(Keepers of the Great Grove CUUPs meets every first Wednesday of the month)

Wednesday, 6/10/2026 7pm - 9pm
Many Paths CUUPS monthly meeting
This week we will discuss promotion of the group through local Newspaper and Radio advertising and
Distributing flyers to local shops.
( ManyPaths CUUPs meets every second Wednesday of the month)

Wednesday, 6/13/2026 4pm - 6pm
Practical Magic Workshops in the Walker Room
Alice Toft teaches about myth and spell-craft centering around the goddess Aphrodite.
$10 to attend. Please contact Alice at 309-445-5885.

Sunday, June 21, 2026 10 am
UU Church of Peoria and Keepers of the Great Grove presents Litha; celebrating the Summer Solstice

Saturday, July 25,2026 4pm - 10pm
Bloomington-Normal Pridefest at Downtown Bloomington on and around the 300 block of North Main Street
Look for the UUBN booth.

Saturday, August 22, 2026 3 pm
The Fell Room
Many Paths CUUPs Presents - British Traditional Wicca Made Easy Workshop

Come learn the step by step format of one of the most popular forms of Pagan Ritual.
British Traditional Wicca has been around for about a century and practiced in multiple countries.
Sean-Thomas will teach you not just a how a Wicca Circle is constructed but the meaning behind each of the steps.
You will be invited to participate in making the magic and learn how we all create the ritual together.
For more information please contact Sean-Thomas at 309-826-1235

*If you wish to join the ManyPaths Discord please contact any member of the Council: Alice, Alison, Casey, Marcus, Renee, Sean-Thomas or Will

Many thanks to all volunteers and community members who joined us for our CUUPS into nature walk last weekend! The weather was amazing and we met some amazing new people!!