The Ishtar Altar

CHANGING FACES OF THE TEMPLE

14.01.2012

Paintings by Olivia Robertson

Photographs by Minette Quick

THE ISHTAR ALTAR

Her Lover, 

TAMUZ, 

Shepherd of the Starry Flocks

Is shown above

 the mystic mirror of

ISHTAR, LADY OF 15,

Of the 8 pointed Star

The Uncovered Well

CHANGING FACES OF THE TEMPLE

14.01.2012

Paintings by Olivia Robertson 

Photographs by Minette Quick

THE UNCOVERED WELL

 for 2012

The flowers are white roses on either side

Rosicrucian spiritual emblems.

FOI Printed Information

MESSAGE FROM 

OLIVIA ROBERTSON, 

Co-Founder FELLOWSHIP OF ISIS:

In the Fellowship of Isis 

all information,

printed at any date,

 is historically valid. 

Olivia received this guidance 

from the Goddess:

THE GODDESS does not subtract, she adds, 

Therefore all our printed information is valid

 for those who work with it.

There is no such thing

 as "out of date", or "up-dated" 

as one part of time is no more real than another.

There are no changes, just new expressions.

We work with all time:

 Eternity.

THE WELL OF BRIGHID Na MARA

CHANGING FACES OF THE TEMPLE

To continue NEW YEAR!

 6.01.2012

THE WELL OF BRIGHID Na MARA

The cover has been freshly painted by OR

And is “dressed” with plants, as is Irish custom.

Osiris of the Constellation of Orion

CHANGING FACES OF THE TEMPLE

A GIFT TO WELCOME 2012

Paintings by Olivia Robertson - Photographer Minette Quick

 Minette writes:

"As the Sun set on 2011, Olivia and I descended into the Temple of Isis at Clonegal Castle and offered a ceremony of thanksgiving and blessing for the ancestors and all who help with the work of Isis of Sirius.

 As we moved around the Shrines within the area of Brigid Na Mara’s Well

And on into the Holiest of Holies in the Star Chapel, the atmosphere warmed as the Shrines lit up in response to Olivia’s words.

 It was a great joy and honour to be present at this special time."

 

OSIRIS of the Constellation of ORION

 Left of the Entrance to the Cave of the Mothers

Osiris of Earth, Geb in Shroud

CHANGING FACES OF THE TEMPLE

A GIFT TO WELCOME 2012

Paintings by Olivia Robertson

Photographer Minette Quick

Minette writes:

"As the Sun set on 2011,

Olivia and I descended

into the Temple of Isis

at Clonegal Castle

and offered a ceremony

of thanksgiving and blessing

for the ancestors

and all who help with the work of Isis of Sirius.

As we moved around the Shrines

within the area

of Brigid Na Mara’s Well

And on into the Holiest of Holies

in the Star Chapel,

the atmosphere warmed

as the Shrines lit up

in response to Olivia’s words.

It was a great joy and honour

 to be present

at this special time."

OSIRIS of EARTH, GEB in Shroud
Left of the Entrance to the Cave of the Mothers

Egyptian Sun God Ra

CHANGING FACES OF THE TEMPLE

A GIFT TO WELCOME 2012

Paintings by Olivia Robertson 
Photographer Minette Quick

Minette writes:

"As the Sun set on 2011, 
Olivia and I descended into the Temple of Isis 
at Clonegal Castle 
and offered a ceremony of thanksgiving and blessing
for the ancestors 
and all who help with 
the work of Isis of Sirius.

 As we moved around the Shrines 
within the area of Brigid Na Mara’s Well

And on into the Holiest of Holies in the Star Chapel, 
the atmosphere warmed 
as the Shrines lit up
in response to Olivia’s words.

 It was a great joy and honour 
to be present at this special time."

 EGYPTIAN SUN GOD RA

SHRINE of THE ANTHROSPHINX

Of Sekhmet, Bast, Rā.

Leo and Virgo

New French Lyceum and Grove

The Fellowship of Isis in France

Report from the Most Reverend Dr Vivianne Crowley, Lyceum

Of Belisama and Grove of Ana:

"I am delighted to announce that Lady Olivia has inaugurated two new Fellowship of Isis groups in France – the Lyceum of Belisama and the Druid Grove of Ana.  Both groups are based in Brittany, France’s Celtic north-west.

Belisama was worshiped by the ancient Gauls and in northern Italy.  She is the ‘Most Powerful One’ and was associated in the Roman era with Minerva.  Ana is the Mother Goddess of Brittany.  She was incorporated into Breton Christian tradition as the Mother of Mary and therefore grandmother of Jesus.  Hers is the largest religious festival in Brittany.

The Lyceum will provide training in the Isian priesthood for men and women seeking ordination in France.  The Druid Grove will hold seasonal celebrations for those on the Druid path.

Olivia chartered the Lyceum on 15 August 2011.  This was followed by a ceremony at Clonegal Castle on 12 November 2011, where I was deeply honoured to be presented by Olivia’s niece Cressida Pryor and initiated as an Archdruidess of the Druid Clan of Dana by Olivia and ordained as a Priestess of Belisama.

The November day was bathed in golden sunshine as we processed from the Castle courtyard to the Old Abbey for invocations to invoke the energies of the Goddess in Nature.  We then proceeded to the Castle Temple for the initiation and ordination, followed by a seasonal celebration.  The same golden light permeated the indoor ceremonies, until a wonderful pure blue healing energy made itself felt, entwining itself with the gold as Isis, Belisama and Ana manifested their energies.

In December, we are holding a ceremony in our stone circle in Brittany to root the energies of the FOI in Breton soil.  We are also planning a small gathering in France for summer 2012.  Anyone wishing to participate is invited to contact the Lyceum and Grove through viviannecrowley@gmail.com"

Bulletin par la Révérendissime Dr Vivianne Crowley, Lyceum de Belisama et le Cercle Druidique du Bosquet Sacré d’Ana

J’ai le plaisir d’annoncer que Dame Olivia a inauguré, en France, deux nouveaux groupes affiliés à la Fellowship d’Isis – le Lyceum de Belisama et le Cercle Druidique du Bosquet Sacré d’Ana. Ces deux groupes ont été fondés en Bretagne.

Belisama était vénérée par les anciens Gaulois ainsi que dans le nord de l’Italie. Nommée “la Plus Puissante”, elle était associée du temps des Romains à Minerve. Ana est la Déesse Mère, patronne de la Bretagne. Elle fut intégrée à la tradition chrétienne bretonne en tant que Mère de la Vierge Marie, et donc grand-mère de Jésus. Sa fête donne lieu au plus important pèlerinage religieux de Bretagne.

Le Lyceum sera consacré à la prêtrise d’Isis, offrant une formation sacerdotale aux hommes et femmes souhaitant être ordonnés en France. Le Cercle Druidique organisera les fêtes saisonnières pour ceux suivant le chemin druidique. 

Dame Olivia a constitué le Lyceum le 15 août 2011. Cette événement fut suivi par une cérémonie en Irlande au Château de Clonegal le 12 novembre 2011, où j’eu le grand honneur d’être présentée par la nièce d’Olivia, Cressida Pryor, et initiée Archidruidesse du Clan Druidique de Dana par Olivia et ordonnée Prêtresse de Belisama.

Ce jour de novembre fut baigné de soleil, accompagnant notre procession de la court du Château à l’Ancienne Abbaye où nous nous rendions pour invoquer les énergies de la Déesse en la Nature. Nous nous sommes ensuite dirigés vers le temple du Château pour l’initiation et l’ordination, qui furent suivies par une fête saisonnière. La même lumière dorée baigna les cérémonies organisées en intérieur, jusqu’à ce qu’une merveilleuse énergie guérissante d’un bleu pur se fit ressentir, se mélangeant à l’or, alors qu’Isis, Belisama et Ana manifestaient leurs énergies.

En décembre, nous avons organisé une cérémonie au sein de notre cercle de pierres levées en Bretagne pour enraciner les énergies de la Fellowship d’Isis dans le sol Breton. Nous envisageons également un petit rassemblement en France pour l’été 2012. Toute personne souhaitant participer est priée de contacter le Lyceum et le Cercle à l’adresse suivante: viviannecrowley@gmail.com.

Iseum of Mystic Arts Portal

The Iseum of Mystic Arts Portal represents a collaboration with visionary artist Josephine Wall.

Samhain Jack-O-Lanterns

Thanks to members of the Lyceum of Alexandria who carved pumpkins for our Samhain celebration!  Our back yard looked beautiful.

November 1 2011

Millennium Park excursion with Lady Olivia Robertson, November 1, 2011.

Samhain oct 30

The Lyceum of Alexandria celebrated Samhain with Lady Olivia at Life Force Arts Center on October 30, 2011.  The FOI liturgy "Communion  With the World of Spirits" was enacted.

Native British Spirituality

Native British Spirituality is the website of FOI Priestess Sheila Broun.

Its purpose is to provide a focus of re-connection with the Prettanic Isles, and to share  the experiences of their cycles and seasons, the elements, sacred places, spirits of place, and native flora & fauna.
They welcome contributions from the people of these islands (from any path or none) about their insights, alignments, spiritual experiences and practical information, which relate to these islands in the context defined here.

FOI Ordination of Rev. Tamara Siuda, 29 October 2011

Below is a message written by Lady Olivia Robertson:
"I had great pleasure on the 29th of October 2011 in ordaining the Rev. Tamara Siuda with Rt. Rev. Deena Butta in her chartering Lyceum of Alexandria, Chicago.  I learnt much of Rev. Tamara's authentic work in reviving the Ancient Egyptian Kemetic faith in modern days, and I appreciate this effort by Tamara and the extent of her work."

Rev. Tamara Siuda tells of her work:
"The Kemetic Orthodox faith was founded in 1989.  Through various incarnations, it now has hundreds of members in more than two dozen countries worldwide, and an extended fellowship, ritual, and instruction network online directed from our main temple, The House of Netjer, in Joliet, Illinois.  We seek to revive the Ancient Egyptian religion via scholarship and spiritual work in both Egyptology and serving Ma'at in the world.  For more information see our websites www.kemet.org and www.netjer.org."

The gifts of Wisdom, Compassion, and Beauty offered by Tamara to her matron goddess (Isis Stella Maris) and helper goddesses (Neith of Egypt, Lada Matryushka of Russia, and La Sirene of Haiti) are numerous.  They will be published fully in Isis Seshat Journal along with Tamara's translation of the story of how Isis learned Ra's name.  Briefly, they include her Master's degrees in Egyptology and Coptic studies; work in various capacities with the Oriental Institute, Field Museum, and many other museums; Reiki certification; Haitian Vodou initiations; a foundation that helps children; extensive instruction online and in various media and organizations; numerous publications pertaining to Egypt and Vodou; and much more.

The Lyceum of Alexandria is proud and grateful to welcome Rev. Tamara Siuda to the priesthood of the Fellowship of Isis.

Ascension of Isis

David de Roeck has initiated Ascension of Isis, an online mystery school to help and guide all towards the journey to their own divine self. 

To hold your hand and walk with you, to see the sign posts of your true being. To assist you in opening the Ark of your divine inner Sun and therefore recognising the divine in all things.

The official launch will be this Saturday 12th of November with Lady Olivia at Clonegal Castle, festival of Isis.

Iseum of the Sisters of Isis

The Iseum of the Sisters of Isis has been founded by Rev. Stephanie Campbell .

Sisters of Isis aim to create happiness, friendship, and understanding for all whose lives touch theirs.  The Iseum is inclusive, not exclusive.  Members rescue victims: men, women, children and animals who are used as scapegoats.  Many vulnerable people are despised and belittled because of personal, racial, social, or religious differences. Telepathy, empathy, and spiritual insight are used by members to promote self-confidence, open-mindedness, and originality.  This rainbow network unites beings of all worlds through love and wisdom.

signed,
Olivia Robertson, co-founder of the Fellowship of Isis
28 October 2011

Isian News 142

Isian News issue no. 142, Samhain 2011, is now available online.

Walk For Farm Animals

Lynn of the Iseum of the Mystic Isis is participating in Farm Sanctuary's Walk For Farm Animals, an event that raises funds to help animals abused or neglected by factory farming practices.

Being involved with animal welfare issues is part of Lynn's promise to Bast.  Lynn is grateful for your donation.

Lady Olivia in Salt Lake City 2011

Below is a list of the events Lady Olivia Robertson will be attending while in Utah this weekend. For more information, please click on event link. Questions can be sent offline at kaseyisian (at) gmail.com or 801.755.4419.

Trance Journey with Lady Olivia Robertson
Friday October 14th, 2011, 6:30pm
Crone's Hollow 2470 S. Main Street, Salt Lake City, Utah
$10.00
http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=186785204727490

Isis Fest with Lady Olivia Robertson and deTraci Regula
Saturday October 15th, 2011, 10am
Crone's Hollow 2470 S. Main Street, Salt Lake City, Utah
$25.00
http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=259282734100779

Children Blessing Circle with Mother Goose and Lady Olivia
Sunday October 16th, 2011, Noon
Crone's Hollow 2470 S. Main Street, Salt Lake City, Utah
Free (Donations accepted though)
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=119790174791794#!/event.php?eid=119790174791794

Eimear Burke

Read about FOI Priestess Eimear Burke in an article titled Seeing Magic in the Forest, in the October 8, 2011 issue of Kilkenny People.