Distelfink Sippschaft
Religious Institutions - Bristol, Pennsylvania, United States
Distelfink Sippschaft Employees
Distelfink Sippschaft Details
Die Urglaawisch Sippschaft vum Distelfink was formed in 2008 and currently has over 35 members and associates in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and Virginia.We follow the Heathen path of Urglaawe, which honors the Teutonic pantheon in the context of the Deitsch (Pennsylvania German) culture. We draw many of our beliefs from the traditional Deitsch culture, including pre-Christian facets of the healing practice of Braucherei and the folklore as handed down through the ages by word of mouth.We believe in deliberate, positive living and work to foster good relationships with all of our neighbors. Distelfink Sippschaft is a supporter of Heathens Against Hate. As such, we stand against racism, homophobia, sexism, and other forms of bigotry. We form our communities through shared values.Distelfink also runs In-Reech Heidische Gfengnisbedienunge (In-Reach Heathen Prison Services) as a joint effort with The Troth, and In-Reach Mental Health Facility Services as an independent project.Distelfink members maintain the Lüsch-Müsselman Graabhof near Lehighton, PA.We are a tax-exempt religious organization under IRS code 501(c)(3).Distelfink is a Troth-affiliated kindred.
