FAQ

1. Why the name "Becoming?"
2. I've seen references that Becoming is a "Modern Pantheistic" group. What does "Pantheism" mean?
3. I'm new to this Pagan thing -- would Becoming be a good choice for me?
4. Do I have to be Pagan to be a part of Becoming?
5. Do you have a Yahoo!Group I can join?
6. How can I join Becoming?
7. Is there any charge for attending Becoming events?
8. Does Becoming have any training or ordination programs?
9. Where are you located?
10. Are donations to Becoming tax deductible?

1. Why the name "Becoming?"
   The name means different things to different people. Basically, it is meant to represent that we are all changing all the time. People are always becoming something. This of course begs the question, "What are you becoming?"
   
   
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2. I've seen references that Becoming is a "Modern Pantheistic" group. What does "Pantheism" mean?
   The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines Pantheism as:
   1: a doctrine that equates God with the forces and laws of the universe
   2: the worship of all gods of different creeds, cults, or peoples indifferently; also : toleration of worship of all gods (as at certain periods of the Roman empire)
   
   Becoming does not dictate which Deities people believe in or worship. Our services allow people of all paths to worship together and in their own words.
   
   Want more information? Read Angela's article on Pantheism in Potpourri.
   
   
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3. I'm new to this Pagan thing -- would Becoming be a good choice for me?
   That is a very personal decision. Because of our open structure and support of people who travel different paths, Becoming may be a good choice for you.
   
   
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4. Do I have to be Pagan to be a part of Becoming?
   Absolutely not! Although many friends and members of Becoming identify as Pagan, Becoming is open to anyone who would find spiritual satisfaction through our method of worship.
   
   
   
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5. Do you have a Yahoo!Group I can join?
   We have an Announcement List that is open to anyone and a full Yahoo!Group which is open to Friends and Members of Becoming (e.g. those who have attended at least one Becoming event).
   
   
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6. How can I join Becoming?
   In a nutshell, come to one of our events! Becoming has two levels of membership, Friends and Members. Friends are people who have attended at least one Sunday Circle.  You are eligble to be Member when you've attended four Sunday Circles within eight months., please see our blylaws.
   
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7. Is there any charge for attending Becoming events?
   Most Becoming events, including the Sunday Circles, are free of charge. Occasionally to cover our costs, we do charge a small fee for classes and workshops . There are no set dues for Becoming members.
   
   
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8. Does Becoming have any training or ordination programs?
   We also offer occasional workshops relating to holidays or other events. See the calendar for the schedule of these events.
   
   We do not offer any initiate-style training, magickal training, or ordination programs at this time.
   
   
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9. Where are you located?
   Becoming is located in the Metro Washington, DC area. Monthly Circles are held at a private home in NE Washington, DC. We also hold events in Maryland and Northern Virginia.
   
   
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10. Are donations to Becoming tax deductible?
    Donations to Becoming are tax deductible. We are an incorporated church within hte District of Columbia.  Donations made to Dreamhost to help pay for this website go directly to our bill, and never reach our hands -- but they are not tax deductible.
    
    
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