Kirk Thomas
Rev. Kirk Thomas is currently the Vice-Archdruid of Ar nDriaocht Fein (ADF) as well as Chief for the ADF Liturgists Guild and Arweinydd (Vice Chief) of the ADF Welsh Kin. As Liturgist for the Sonoran Sunrise Grove, he has written most of their rituals. He became an ADF Dedicant Priest (and member of the ADF Clergy Council) in October, 2003. He is currently working towards his Masters Degree in Celtic Studies from the University of Wales, and is also working on the Second Circles of both the ADF Clergy Training Program and the Liturgist Guild Study Program.
The Nature of Sacrifice
In the ancient world, the practice of religion revolved around sacrifice. What does this word actually mean? What relevance does it have in the modern world? How can we have sacrifice without killing animals? This workshop will explore the ancient origins of the practice, how sacrifice has changed over the centuries and what it can mean now for modern Pagans.