Becoming a Warlock or Witch in Druwayu
Statement on Warlocks, Witches, and Gender Equality in Druwayu
The First Church of Druwayu (FCD) upholds a well-organized clergy system designed to foster community engagement and further its spiritual mission within Druish culture. The following section outlines the current hierarchy.
Current Clergy and Community Structure
First Class High Elder Warlock/Witch (1):
Serves as the ultimate authority within the FCD, providing spiritual and administrative leadership.
Casts the deciding vote in cases of deadlocked decisions (e.g., 50/50 splits) within the Drusidu, the primary governing council.
Second Class Elder Warlocks/Witches (2):
Act as head administrators, each overseeing one of three Drusidu branches.
Supervise High Elder Warlocks/Witches to ensure alignment with the FCD’s mission and values.
Support branch activities and oversee affiliated clubs while ensuring local adherence to Druish principles and FCD policies.
Third Rank Warlocks/Witches (3):
Recognized with “Hallowed” status by the Drusidu, reflecting Druish terminology instead of traditional ordination.
Serve as independent clergy offering spiritual guidance to members and non-members.
Operate within communities, supporting Druish practices without managing branches.
May lead local branches or clubs if selected by Druans, with notification required for such changes.
Implement the Bylaws of the FCD at the local level.
Druans/General Membership:
Druans: Active members engaged in the teachings and practices of Druwayu.
Kinfolk: Passive or inactive members who identify with Druwayu but do not actively participate.
Key Notes
The Drusidu, composed of the First Class High Elder, Second Class High Elders, and High Elder Warlocks/Witches, remains the FCD’s primary governing council, distinct from any local branch councils.
All clergy (Warlocks and Witches) are formally recognized by the Drusidu with “Hallowed” status, reflecting Druish cultural terminology.
The FCD is committed to inclusivity, rejecting exclusion based on race, gender, or sexual orientation. Clergy are expected to uphold and embody this principle.
Local branches and clubs are fully responsible for legal compliance, with the FCD exempt from any liability in these matters.
Hallowing vs. Ordination
In the tradition of the First Church of Druwayu (FCD), ordination is referred to as Hallowing—a transformative process of becoming whole and holy. Through this sacred rite, the FCD empowers qualified individuals to embrace a wide range of ministerial responsibilities and serve the spiritual needs of the community.
Candidates seeking this honor must exhibit a profound connection to the Druish community and possess a passionate, in-depth understanding of the beliefs, values, and mission that define the First Church of Druwayu.
The Hallowing program is meticulously designed to ensure that candidates consistently demonstrate knowledge of Druwayu’s history, beliefs, and organizational structure, while fostering an active and positive presence within the community.
Registration is open to all who feel inspired to undertake this significant journey.
Aspiring Warlocks and Witches are encouraged to actively engage with various groups within the First Church of Druwayu. For those interested in pursuing Hallowing, the first step involves becoming an active member and fully immersing oneself in the life of the community.
Basic Needs
✓ Be 18 years of age or older.
✓ Submit a current ID or driver’s license.
✓ Consent to a criminal background check.
✓ Must agree to our terms, policies and bylaws.
Basic Candidate Requirements
✓ Must be an active member of the FCD.
✓ Must demonstrate knowledge.
✓ Must understand the concepts.
✓ Must be willing to be questioned and tested.
✓ Must take the role seriously.
✓ Must provide an essay of 2500–6000 words.
✓ Must cite research sources for your essay.
✓ May use AI to format it but not write it all.
✓ Must demonstrate real compassion for others.
✓ Must willing to help those you don't like.
✓ Must uphold our tenets and teachings.
✓ Must respect superiors and subordinates.
Successful Completion
✓ A letter of recognition with their official title.
✓ A letter confirming good standing.
✓ Title added to online membership profile.
✓ Authorization to organize community event.
✓ Authorization to host online discussions.
✓ Authorization to join in online clergy meetings.
✓ Granted all privileges accorded to clergy.
✓ Granted access to the Drusidu.
Key Responsibilities
Legal and Ethical Compliance: Clergy are responsible for ensuring adherence to state, federal, and international laws. This intricate duty often inspires members to pursue legal education alongside their Hallowing, enabling them to better serve the Druish community and uphold its values.
Guidance and Rulings: Clergy provide counsel and make decisions on religious and ethical matters when approached by Druans or the broader Druish community. This requires continuous learning and the development of expertise to address complex and evolving issues.
Lifelong Commitment: Every Warlock and Witch, regardless of their rank, undertakes a lifelong journey of rigorous research and unwavering dedication. They strive to honor tradition while meeting the unique and changing needs of their local communities.
Service to All: Clergy extend their guidance on spiritual and academic matters to non-Druans as well. They also officiate significant lifecycle events—such as dedications, weddings, and funerals—offering support and care to the entire community.
Historical Context and Etymology of Warlocks and Witches
Before the 1950s, particularly among those familiar with occult traditions, it was widely understood that warlocks are the male counterparts to witches, just as witches are the female counterparts to warlocks. This understanding reflects their shared linguistic and cultural origins.
Both terms trace their roots to Old Saxon languages, with documented use dating back to the 800s CE (9th century, from known document sources). Notably, the etymological root of "warlock" predates that of "witch." Several key aspects clarify their intertwined history:
Shared Origins: Warlocks and witches do not arise from distinct linguistic or cultural traditions.
Association with the "Dark Arts": Both have historically been linked to practices deemed natural or unnatural, and to entities described as dark, harmful, or neutral.
Varied Depictions: Depending on the context, warlocks and witches have been portrayed as helpful, harmful, or ambivalent figures.
Motivations: Both have been characterized as wielding their knowledge and abilities for personal gain, acts of vengeance, or communal purposes.
Terminology: The crafts they practice share fundamental similarities, differentiated only by terms like warlockcraft or witchcraft. Historical accounts also describe their influence using terms such as warlocked or bewitched.
Throughout history, both titles have been subjected to persecution and discrimination, often as symbols of spiritualities at odds with dominant powers. Many were falsely accused, fined, imprisoned, or even executed due to misconceptions or misuse of their titles, often by individuals with no understanding of the traditions.
In modern times, misinformation about warlocks and witches persists, perpetuated by biases and unsubstantiated claims, frequently lacking credible evidence. For the clergy of the First Church of Druwayu, recognizing and correcting these distortions is a vital responsibility.
For more information, review Warlock, Witch and more Etymology to better understand the basis behind the Drusidu position on such matters.
As stewards of this history, we uphold factual etymology and historical accuracy over popular fallacies or misguided reinterpretations of these titles. Disregard for truth perpetuates ignorance and arrogance—qualities we neither endorse nor tolerate as we strive to separate culture from occultism. Let this serve as a reminder to remain vigilant against distortion and committed to intellectual and cultural honesty.