Our Coven, "The Circle of Heka" previously "The Circle de Lamiis", (Circle of Witches) and originally named Coven of Boskednon, (Coven of the Ancient Ones), The Coven and name "Boskednon" had been going for well over twenty five years. This change in name was made to reflect the change in the structure of the Coven. On the 5th of September 2004 in an ancient ritual of transferance, (Lady) Tamara handed over the running of the Coven and the running of the Church of Wicca to Lady Amaris. Her role in the coven is now one of Crone and Mentor. The word Heka is the Egyptian word for majik. Translating as "Words of Power".

The Circle of Heka is truely a beautiful Majical Circle of Sisters and Brothers, who communicate and mix with each other, who do not hide their feelings and they are open and honest and are genuine in their pursuit of their Pagan Spirituality. Each member I might add is very different and each brings to the Circle their own portion of knowledge and individuality which makes our Coven very eclectic. Each Sister and Brother has their own truth, and this makes our circle harmonious because of the differences.

We incorporate the many Traditions of Witchcraft into out circle and try to be open minded about what we are doing, especially as Occultists of an old craft. We are hoping through much inner work within ourselves to work with Great Spirit - the Goddess and God, on all their levels of being.

We are all trying very hard to be Enviromentalists and Ecologists, we try this as our number on interest to help Mother Earth. What brings us together is the need to tune into Nature and listen in the stillness to the winds. to listen to what the Elements and their Elementals teach us. In our circle each member is chosen because of their Element to be a Warden of the Circle, this makes them in charge of their particular section of the circle.

Most in the Circle of Heka, are studying Herbalism, Majik, Psychic development, Ceremonial Ritual, The Astral Plane and much meditation. Because of being eclectic, the workings of our Circle shift from year to year, as we study different techniques and Paths to help further our knowledge and understanding of deity.

We work within a structure of beliefs that is similar to what was created for The Church of Wicca, but now a little different. Our form of training is as follows:

1) The Path of the Seeker

This is the first formal training of the Seeker, and goes for a period of twelve months. It covers all areas of interest to the would-be-witch. This takes the form of an Outer Court and can be done in-house with training at our Covenstead, or by Correspondence Course. It is quite in-depth and covers many areas of interest including;
• Ancient History • History of Witchcraft • History of Wicca • Meditation • the Chakra's • Majik of colour and candles • Different Pantheons • The Goddess • The Horned God • Herbalism • Spells • The Tools of a Witch • the Majik Circle • Festivals • Full and New Moons • The Laws of the Craft • Creative Visualization • the Elements & Elementals • The Burning Times • Rituals • Majik • Initiations • the Tarot • Dreams • Witch verses Wiccan • the Runes • Songs and Dances • Blessing Ritual • Being Prepared • Healing

2) The Cowen

This person has now been accepted by the Coven and is formally in training with them, they have done this by taking the next step and being Wiccaned, which is a Rite of Dedication. this formal training is again for another year. It not only touches on the above subjects again but goes into them in a more deep and precise manner. This helps the Cowan to bring out their natural ability, in preparing to be a Witch. Where the First level of Theory this is the level of Practice. The Responsibility for Oneself!

3) The Level of Witch

At this level they gained this through their insight in being able to perceive or receive the touch of the Goddess, they have not only been accepted abate the Coven but they themselves have accepted the Coven as their Spiritual Family. At this level they are welcomed into the Coven with all the privileges and joys of the Circle. From here they are taught the deeper significance of the abilities of the Witch. They are now in training for the Priesthood which will take them another two years of in-depth training and dedication. The Responsibility for the Coven and their Oath and the Level of La Luna!

4) The Level of Priest or Priestess

Now at this stage the dedicated and devout Witch has been involved with the Coven for a period of 4 years, and if they desire to advance to the Priesthood. This is where they work with the deeper meanings of the Craft and the Spiritual side becomes more important as they now are able to take more responsibility and teach the new Seekers and Witches. At this stage they become an Elder of the Coven and can work their spirituality on the Outer Community as a whole, such as a Chaplain, Marriage Celebrant, etc. At this stage they are responsible for all the Wiccan/Pagan community and this is the Level of Sol.

5) The Level of High Priest or High Priestess

After at least another year, they are then given the responsibility to run the existing Coven under guidance from the original HPs or HP, if they do this with love and compassion and tolerance, they are then invited to go and form their own Coven. This is still under the guidance of the Mother Coven, and we still come together at the main festivals. It is the Level of Astrum the level of total harmony!

The Level of Crone

When a High Priestess or High Priest who has retired from the honored position, and given it over to a younger person, this is an honorable way to hand over the coven. This person is now honored and respected and called a Crone. She or He usually remains to help guide and teach the younger members of the group. The position of Crone and Elder are totally different and mean different things. A Crone, as stated is a retired High Priest or High Priestess who has gained their knowledge through years as a trained Witch through each and every stage.

The Level of Elder

An Elder is a person of the Priesthood who because of age will not continue through the higher ranks into the High Priesthood. But because of their years of age they are respected as such, and offered a position of trust as an Elder and guide to all Circle members. A Hag is similar that they too, are respected because of their years of age, they too, are only at a level of Priesthood or under, and respected through their years on this Earth.©