Wisconsin Wiccan church marks Samhain in honor of the dead

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Wisconsin Wiccan church marks Samhain in honor of the dead
Chicago - Members of a Wisconsin-based Wicca group the Circle Sanctuary, are conducting a ceremony marking the pagan feast of Samhain, an ancient festival in honor of the dead. Chicago Tribune reports members of the Wiccan church are gathering at the ... read more

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