Welcome to The Ash, Oak + Yew Collective - A Pagan Community in Cedar Rapids, IA
Based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, The Ash, Oak + Yew Collective is a pagan community for spiritual seekers in the Corridor and beyond. Within the pagan community, there exists a profound hunger for authentic connection—to our roots, to the natural world, and to the ancient wisdom that resonates through time. Our community provides a unique gathering space for pagans in Eastern Iowa who follow Northern, Germanic, Celtic, and Eclectic spiritual paths.
Founded with a focus on blending tradition with 21st century ways, The Ash, Oak + Yew Collective offers a dedicated space for those drawn to earth-based and ancestral spiritual practices. We are more than a local group; we are spiritual seekers united by shared principles and a deep reverence for the sacred.
Our pagan community is guided by eight fundamental pillars:
- Honoring Nature and Spirit: Connecting with the natural landscapes of Iowa, from the Cedar River to our local woodlands.
- Ceremony and Blóta: Practicing ritual forms that connect us to our ancestral spiritual practices while taking modern principles into account.
- Fostering Personal Growth:
Providing a supportive environment for spiritual exploration in the Cedar Rapids, IA area.
- Exploring Tradition: Delving into the rich historical and cultural contexts of Northern, Germanic, Celtic, and Eclectic spiritual paths.
- Creating Fellowship: Building meaningful connections for pagans throughout Eastern Iowa.
- Ancestor Veneration: Honoring those who came before us, understanding their wisdom, and keeping their memories alive.
- Celebrating Rites of Passage: Marking significant transformations with intention, ritual, and community support.
- Shamanic Practices: Engaging with transformative spiritual techniques that allow us to journey between worlds.
Whether you're from Cedar Rapids, Marion, Hiawatha, or anywhere in the Eastern Iowa region, The Ash, Oak + Yew Collective welcomes you. We offer a safe, inclusive space for pagans seeking community, learning, and spiritual growth. Our meetings, celebrations, and gatherings provide opportunities for connection in the Cedar Rapids, IA area and beyond.
Join us, and let us walk together, rooted like the trees that inspire our name—strong, interconnected, and reaching toward the sacred. If you're looking for a welcoming pagan community in Cedar Rapids, IA, then we invite you to explore, connect, and grow with The Ash, Oak + Yew Collective.
Become a member today.
Written by: Laina Pilkenton, Community Leader
