Pegi Eyers in Gods&Radicals
In today’s hopeful climate of Turtle Island First Nations resurgence and healing, and in alignment with anti-racism, social justice and uncolonization efforts everywhere, the interrogation of the “Native Spirituality” genre under the Pagan umbrella is long overdue.
The diversity in Pagan Community in the Americas is astounding, and as a much-needed alternative to outdated religions in decline, an ongoing source of wonder for our collective re-enchantment and inspiration. Every conceivable genre of paganism is thriving, and this healthy diversity has meant the suspension of “togetherness” or “unity” narratives in recent times (which is probably a good thing). As with all human societies, the idea that we need to be homogenous or come to any kind of agreement as a movement or a subculture is not a realistic expectation. Yet there are some social dynamics that transcend mere “opinion” or “belief” such as the consequences we live with from historical actions, and the overarching truth of our own positionality. “Who am I? Why am I here? What do I remember? Where am I going?” These timeless questions continue to underscore our complex lives here in at the end of Empire, and we encounter a similar self-searching at the heart of Pagan Community. Read more >HERE<
[Un]Conscious Colonialism: Why is "Native Spirituality" a Pagan Genre? By Pegi Eyers was published in the online 2018 edition of Gods&Radicals Press. Read more >HERE<
