Guidelines for Dedicates and Initiates

• Dedicates and Initiates shall arrive for class and rituals on time.
• Dedicates and Initiates shall give significant time and energy to their lessons, as they are a vital part of the learning process. If the Elder High Priest/ess feel that the Dedicate or Initiate has not given adequate thought or energy to their lesson, the Dedicate or Initiate will be asked to do it over.
• All lessons should be typewritten or neatly printed and readable and must be completed and returned to the Elder High Priest/ess in a timely manner. Dedicates or Initiates who do not complete lessons will be counseled on the importance of the lessons and may be put on probation for a period of time determined by the Elder High Priest/ess.
• If, for any reason, the Dedicate or Initiate is unable to come to class, they must contact the Elder High Priest/ess with that information as well as information as to why they will not be attending. If the Dedicate or Initiate is going to miss several classes, the same applies.
• If the Dedicate or Initiate is absent from class, it is their responsibility to ask the Elder High Priest/ess and/or their mentor/mentor to fill them in on the subject discussed or activities engaged in; however, that class will not be repeated for them.
• Dedicates and Initiates who miss 4 consecutive classes will receive verbal notification that their absences have been excessive and they will be placed on probation for a period of time determined by the Elder High Priest/ess (unless they have made previous arrangements for their absences).
• Dedicates and Initiates shall display respect for Mystic Moon, the Elder High Priest/ess and all individuals within Mystic Moon at all times. This applies in mundane situations as well as in class or ritual.
• Dedicates and Initiates of Mystic Moon shall not also hold membership in any other coven unless already hived from Mystic Moon or unless special dispensation has been given by the Elder High Priest/ess for such an arrangement to occur.
• If an issue or disagreement arises between the Dedicate or Initiate and another student, the individuals will be expected to bring it to the attention of the Elder High Priest/ess and then come to a resolution between themselves without involving the entire group or people outside the group. If the Dedicate or Initiate cannot resolve the issue between themselves, the situation will be handled utilizing the rules for handling Grievances outlined below. If that fails, the two will be made ‘working partners’ until the situation comes to an amicable resolution.
• If an issue or disagreement arises between a Dedicate or Initiate and the Elder High Priest/ess, they will be expected to come to a resolution between themselves without involving the entire group or people outside the group. They may utilize an agreed-upon neutral party to act as mediator in an effort to resolve the issue. If the situation cannot be resolved, the individual will be given freedom to pursue a different group situation for himself or herself.
• While a Dedicate or Initiate is in class or ritual, their mundane concerns shall be left where they belong… at home or at work… not in class or ritual. If the Dedicate or Initiate is unable to do this, they should ask to counsel with the Elder High Priest/ess prior to class or ritual.
• While in ritual, Dedicates and Initiates shall observe all rules of ritual etiquette concerning cutting of doorways, respect of the Elder High Priest/ess, and attention to what is going on in circle.
• Dedicates and Initiates shall not discuss Mystic Moon business or happenings within the group with anyone outside of Mystic Moon or with anyone who has not been cleared to receive information by the Elder High Priestess, Elder High Priest, or the Council.

 

     Any Dedicate or Initiate of Mystic Moon who violates the standards outlined in the 'Behavior of Mystic Moon Members' shall be subject to disciplinary action as set forth in the Grievances and Disciplinary Actions.