First Wiccan Chaplain in History To Meet With U.S. Commission On Civil Rights


	First Wiccan Chaplain in History To Meet With U.S. Commission On Civil Rights

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2-7-2008 6:22 PM

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2-10-2008 10:31 PM

Jorjor

I'm personally acquainted with Patrick - taken a couple of his extended seminars on Pagan chaplaincy. He's a good man and will be a positive presence.

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"It is an honor to be invited to participate in the dialogue and to share a Wiccan's point of view," said McCollum. "Those in minority faiths are seldom given the opportunity to be heard, even when the issue concerns their rights.  I am hopeful this invitation is indicative of what we can expect going forward and that there truly is a desire on the part of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights to ensure that inmates receive equal treatment, and a willingness to better serve minority religions."
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