Blessed Be and welcome to the African American Wiccan Support Group. It is my belief that there are many African Americans like myself, who are interested in the structure of the Wiccan philosophy, but have no support system, as there are with others religions such as Kemetic, Egyptian, Shango, Voodum and etc. Please join us and have a drink of warm wine. You have found a home to discuss the theory of Wicca, swap knowledge and spells, and share your experiences. This belief system is new to many of us, but please leave all negative energy outside of the door. It is my wish that this group helps people of color to ease into this earth based system, learn about African deities, learn to commune with the Ancestral Spirits and pay honor to the Mother-Goddess and Her Consort.

Imbolc: Celebrating Brighid and Oya by River of Honey

http://riverofhoney.wordpress.com/2010/02/02/imbolc-celebrating-brighid-and-yemoja/

In old Europe, when the people were worshippers and celebrators of nature, one of the celebrations was called Imbolc. In present-day Wicca, Imbolc is considered one of the minor Shabbats, or holidays, of the year. Imbolc takes place on February 2nd of each year and is a celebration of the goddess Brighid, the goddess of healers, poets, childbirth and inspiration. Imbolc marks the middle of winter; only 6 weeks until Spring! The celebration marks Brighid’s preparation for the growth and renewal of the coming season. The goddess Brighid has been transformed by the Catholic Church into Saint Brigid, protector of the household.
What’s interesting is that on February 2nd, many followers of Santeria in Cuba have a huge celebration for Oya, the Yoruba (West Africa) orisha of the the wind, quick changes, and transformation. On February 2nd, people go pay homage to Oya by singing her songs and dancing. Just one more example of how the Orisha tradition has been preserved through covering it with Catholic trad.