CLERGY AND TITLES

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In the spiritual tradition of Druwayu, Warlock (male) and Witch (female) are titles for clergy members. Despite the gender-specific titles, their duties are identical, reflecting equality and unity in spiritual leadership. These clergy serve both the Druwayu community and its broader environment, embodying responsibility, guidance, and the preservation of culture, religion and tradition.

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Regardless of objections of others who are not part of Druwayu which makes their objections factually irrelevant, we go by the clear standards made clear in such sources that acknowledged the distinctions such as the April 15th, 1755 CE. Original Edition A Dictionary of the English Language, compiled by Samuel Johnson, Page 2243 and reinforced again by the First Edition “A Dictionary of the Scottish Language” published on January 1, 1818. 

 

As such we reject the later claims entered into the Oxford English Dictionary since its first edition publishing in 1919 and later assumptions pawned off as facts without accurate citations and those that simply have regurgitated the claims as of the O.E.D. is somehow incontestable or without errors. Additional citations and evidence is presented that further supports our adoption and conclusions.

 

To learn more on the subject and etymology, go HERE.

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Shared Duties of Warlocks and Witches

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• Leading Rituals: Conduct seasonal celebrations and life milestones (IE. weddings).

• Teaching Knowledge: Preserve and share Druwayu’s teachings through guidance, stories, and instruction.

• Protecting Sacred Spaces: Maintain and bless sacred sites to support spiritual practices.

• Promoting Harmony: Facilitate healing and rituals to sustain community and spiritual balance.

• Supporting Community: Offer guidance, organize collective efforts, and foster ecological stewardship.

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The First Church of Druwayu (FCD)

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The FCD maintains a structured clergy system, emphasizing community engagement, spiritual mission, and gender equality. Gender equality here does not imply gender bending or blurring; it reflects equal authority and responsibilities.

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THE STRUCTURE OF OUR CHURCH

 

Druan (Common Member)

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These are any persons who embrace Druwayu and more or less its "basics" asnd chose to express and celebrate the tradition on their own terms but not in conflict with its cor foundations or seek to try and blur it with other things. In short, all Druans comprehend or are corrected to they comprehend, Druwayu is "Not Whatever You Want It To Be". 

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• General member of the tradition/community

• Participates in teachings, gatherings, and shared practices

• Engages with beliefs, ethics, and philosophy of the system

• May study under Warlocks or Witches but holds no formal authority role

• Lives according to the guiding principles of the tradition at a personal level

• They are not required or expected to "defend" the religion or their choices to embrace Druwayu

 

Warlock / Witch (Common Clergy)

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Common Warlocks and Witches may advocate for and establish local branches or clubs of the Church with and on behalf of local members or those seeking to potentially join the religion as Druans. Therefore they often serve both Druans and non-Druans alike but without crossing the lines and working on behalf of other religious identities (for example, performing services for Jews, Christians or the like). 

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• Performs rituals, teachings, and structured practices

• Leads local instruction or community sessions for Druans

• Applies and demonstrates doctrine in practice

• May guide small groups or covens

• Serves as an active working practitioner of the system

 

Elder Warlock / Elder Witch

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High Elders can be members of the Drusidu (Parent Church Council) or serve as a head of a local Church. If they have founded a local branch of the Church they can send a request for recognition of their rank as a local elder with the understanding that they are not automatic members of the Drusidu itself, but can become such upon request and will be required to attend meetings when they are called, because the Drusidu is the administrative branch of the Parent Church and its branches or associated organizations that may form under its own umbrella. 

 

Generally they have the authority to approve or remove someone from membership in the Drusidu, and/or from the Church or its branches if an when clear violations are noted, such as what can be defined as abuse of power or trespass of authority, or abuse or violence directed at other members. This includes potential stripping of titles of common and elder members but must show cause and obey by the same rules, articles of incorporation and bylaws as everyone else. Their primary roles as custodians of the religion include: 

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• May serve as council for Druans

• Mentors Warlocks/Witches and supports their development

• Oversees multiple practitioners or local groups

• Interprets doctrine, symbolism, and ritual structure at a deeper level

• Helps resolve disputes and maintain continuity of practice

• Leads significant or complex ceremonies

• May be needed to work with local authorities on behalf of clergy and members

• May serve as primary spokesmen and spokeswomen defending the religion and its culture

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If a local Warlock or Witch has Hallowed 30 other Warlocks and Witches they are advised to have them register under the membership page for proof of record and can be awarded Elder rank accordingly which allows the Church to Grow. 

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High Elder Warlock / High Elder Witch

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(Top coordinating authority of the tradition). Being the higher authority, they also have the authority to approve or remove someone from membership in the Drusidu and lower branch churches and membership over and above that of the Drusidu itself. This includes potential stripping of titles of common and elder members but must show cause and obey by the same rules,  articles of incorporation and bylaws as everyone else, and also call for unrelated external investigations without notice to anyone else to weed out abuses and corruption.

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• Governs multiple Elders, Warlocks, Witches, and Druan communities

• Approves or oversees recognition, advancement, and role elevation

• Interprets and maintains doctrine, ritual standards, and system coherence

• Presides over major rites, seasonal observances, and high ceremonies

• Serves as the highest unifying spiritual authority of the tradition

• Represents the tradition in external or inter-group contexts when needed

• Maintains unity, structure, and long-term continuity of the system

 

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An important note:

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We don't use the term coven. If its a general gathering, we will often use the term Fellowship or simply Gathering. Another term that may be used instead of Church is a 'Circle' though Church is more common as a common modern and legal standard. A physical location for general members of the Church and non-member visitors may be called a Hall serving also as the local church. ​​We do not need to or require reconstructed archaic terms, though we are not opposed to them either.  

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Hallowing vs. Ordination

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• Hallowing is Druwayu’s term for ordination—a transformative process empowering individuals to serve the community.

• Candidates must demonstrate deep knowledge, engagement, and commitment to Druwayu.

• Open to all inspired to undertake the journey.

 

Basic Requirements:

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• Age 18+, valid ID, consent to a background check, agreement to FCD bylaws.

• Active FCD membership, comprehension of Druwayu teachings, willingness to be tested, essay submission (2,500–6,000 words, with sources cited), and commitment to serving others.

 

Successful Completion:

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• Official recognition letter and title, online profile update, authorization for community and online activities, and full clergy privileges, including Drusidu access.

 

Key Responsibilities

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• Legal and Ethical Compliance:

  • Adhere to all applicable laws.

• Guidance and Rulings:

  • Counsel Druans and broader communities on spiritual and ethical matters.

• Lifelong Commitment:

  • Maintain ongoing research, learning, and community service.

• Service to All:

  • Officiate ceremonies and provide spiritual guidance to both Druans and non-Druans.

 

Denial or Loss of Title

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Denial:

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• Insufficient knowledge of Druwayu tradition.

• Inadequate ritual proficiency.

• Unethical conduct or poor communication skills.

• Inability to resolve conflicts or understand other religious practices.

• Resistance to continuous learning.

 

Removal:

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• Ethical violations or abuse of authority.

• Neglect of rituals, teachings, or sacred spaces.

• Causing communal discord or ignoring ecological principles.

• Failure to respect other religious traditions.

• Cessation of learning or community support.

 

Exclusive Hallowing Authority of the FCD

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• Only the FCD, via the Drusidu council and High Elder Warlock/Witch, can hallow clergy.

• External organizations may not hallow Warlocks or Witches without FCD permission.

 

Purpose:

 

• Preserve doctrinal integrity and spiritual authenticity.

• Maintain community trust and unified authority.

• Protect Druwayu’s spiritual and cultural traditions.

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Equality in Roles

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The titles Warlock and Witch denote the same clergy role. Both may perform identical functions—leading rituals, teaching, or protecting sacred spaces—differing only in title based on gender. This equality embodies Druwayu’s commitment to balanced spiritual leadership.

 

AT WILL MEMBERSHIP

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All members are free to join or abandon Druwayu at any time, without coercion or condemnation. However, this is repeated often so as to make it clear we do not bend on this primary rule. We are not to direct this at children and clergy are not allowed to seek to specifically teach Druwayu to persons under 18 years of age that are not their own. And even then this does not make one automatically a member of clergy or Druans simply because of a family member happens to be recognized as either clergy or a general member, or adherent that identifies with Druwayu. 

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Clergy and Membership Continuity & Voluntary Inactivity Policy

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Within the Church of Druwayu, all roles and memberships are founded on voluntary participation, freedom of conscience, and non-coercion. No status within the Church is considered binding against an individual’s will.

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1. Clergy Inactivity (Self-Defined Retirement State)

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Any member of the clergy—at any rank, including Warlock, Witch, Elder Warlock/Witch, or High Elder Warlock/Witch—may enter a state of indefinite inactivity, herein referred to as self-defined retirement.

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• Clergy in this state retain their titles, rank, and historical recognition.

• They are not required to perform duties or participate in governance while inactive.

• They remain formally recognized within the structure of the Church unless they choose otherwise.

• They are still considered part of the clergy in status, though not in active function.

 

2. Respect for Doctrinal and Structural Changes

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Clergy in inactive status are not exempt from the evolution of the Church.

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• If doctrines, practices, or organizational structures change during their absence, they are expected to respect and acknowledge such changes upon return or re-engagement.

• Inactivity does not freeze the tradition in time; it preserves the individual’s role, not the historical moment of their departure.

 

3. Participation in Governance and Votes

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• Inactive clergy are informed of official votes, decisions, or structural changes when such events occur.

• Participation in any vote or governance action is optional and at their discretion.

• Silence or non-participation does not constitute forfeiture of status or rights.

 

4. Voluntary Membership and Renunciation (Clergy and Druans)

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All participation in Druwayu is voluntary.

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• Any Druan (common member) may become active, inactive, or cease identifying as a Druan at any time without condemnation.

• Any member of the clergy, regardless of rank, may renounce their title and membership freely at any time.

• Renunciation results in removal from active Church records.

 

5. Historical Record Integrity

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• Individuals who renounce membership or clergy status are removed from active and administrative records.

• However, they may remain in historical archives as part of the documented development of the Church, where applicable.

• Historical records are descriptive, not honorary or punitive in nature.

 

Foundational Principle

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The Church of Druwayu maintains that identity, role, and participation are expressions of ongoing choice, not permanent obligation. Authority exists through continued consent, not enforced permanence. We are a collective of individuals, not a mindless flock. If fear has to be used to keep people active participants, it was empty to start.

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