Publisher M. L. Benton, founder of Echoed Voices, is a visionary in the cause of unity and human rights. She cultivated her knowledge and love of Mother Earth through her work at the Botanical Gardens in Georgia and her herbal blessings and aspects will be published in the 2003 Seasons of the Witch Weekly Planner (Seventh House Publishing). Check her homepage at The Silver Lady for her latest work. Ms. Benton developed her artistic abilities in her late twenties and has sold her paintings to private collectors in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi and Texas. She conducts Author Interviews for Echoed Voices and writes articles, editorials and book reviews under various pen names. Her work can be seen across the internet from such sites as Mythworks, Real Magick Library, Witchcrawler, Occult Mythica, Enchanted Dreams, Amazon.com and various on-line communities. Her author interviews and book reviews are used by various publishing houses for their publicity packets. Resource Editor Arwynn Macfeylynnd is the mother of five, stepmother of two, foster mother of four and the grandmother of eight with one more on the way. Her work history has been in nursing and child development. Ms. Macfeyland traveled extensively in her earlier years to Europe and Africa, while pursuing her studies in different cultures and traditions. She is well known for her visionary poetry and seasonal articles that are both showcased at Echoed Voices and various communities on the web. Recently remarried to her husband Gwyddion, she has relocated to Seattle, Wa. She is the co-founder of the Druidic Order of the Oak of Rose, whose platform is pagan unity and tolerance. Web Design Editor Aelhaeran is an independent consultant in a variety of fields, including Web Design, graphic layout and desktop publishing. He first became known to Echoed Voices when his article, 'A Mediation on Hostility and the Lesson of Awen' was published in the January, 2002 issue. Aelhaeran is a scholar of Celtic history and mythology and the founder and Archdruid of the Enchanted Druid Order, based in Washington, D.C. He specializes in Pagan Pastoral Counseling, Druid Education and Metaphysical Philosophy. He represents the E.D.O. and the Druid Community at large on the DC Pagan Leadership Consortium and is active in the Pagan Community in and around the metropolitan Washington, D.C. area. Food Editor Deidre has a passion for cooking and collecting cookbooks. She holds an Early Childhood Education Certificate specializing in 3 to 5 year olds and is a Family Childcare Coordinator Instructor at Kwantlen University College, where she teaches the Family Childcare Certificate Program. Married and the mother of two wonderful teenagers, Deidre has just begun her journey of enlightenment and is researching Wiccan and Druid paths. She is an Assistant Manager at Lady Badria's Magick Realm Community and assists in the Wicca 101 classes there. Astrological Editor Charles Kipp has developed a career as student, practitioner and teacher of astrology for over thirty years. He is the author of the recently released book, Astrology, Aleister & Aeon from New Falcon Publications. Charles first became interested in astrology amidst the cultural ferment of southern California in the late sixties and has continued to develop that knowledge and practice ever since. He presently lives in Las Vegas, NV, where he received a B. A. Degree in Philosophy in 1978 from UNLV. Since that time, he has operated as an independent researcher into the application of philosophy in life. Charles' practice of astrology is fully Earth-based. He holds that astrology is the study of life on Earth in relation to our natural environment and not about anything coming at us from outside the solar system. Western Traditions Paul Stephany graduated from the University of Vermont in 1992 with a degree in Forestry and Environmental Studies. During his time in university, he spent his years studying many aspects of spirituality - both pagan and christian. Raised in the Episcopal tradition, he was involved in Wiccan traditions, both Scottish and Gardinerian, as well as Buddhism and Christian denominations including Roman Catholic, Unitarian, Methodist, Congregationalist, United Church of Christ, and the Quaker faith. After spending a year in Brasil studying Ethnobotany and Indigenous issues, Paul became immersed in the studies of Traditions, trance and ritual, which has been a passion for him to this day. His other main field of study has been Arthurian legend, which has been an interest of his since early High School. His interest in comparative religions, ritual and Celtic cosmologies has remained strong, and he spends much of his free time engaged in research on these subjects. Nordic Traditions Maude Stephany is a student of English Literature and Political Science. She presently works as a secretary in an academic institution, but has worked in a number of different fields. Maude is an avid reader, reading many types and styles of literature. She writes poetry of various styles but admits that her favorite poetic style to read is the Skaldic style of The Poetic Edda. Maude and Paul are co-managers of The Bardic Hall. Together, they work to create a community where all can feel welcome to discuss spirituality and traditions, to learn about the Celtic and Norse peoples and to share in some history and laughter. They have a 7 yr old son named Erik to whom they teach the Old Ways and they are expecting their second child in the near future.

Editor -in- Chief J. T. McAlister had a successful career in fields related to aerospace, the environment and cryptography. With a continuing concern for the environment, human rights and the cause of Pagan Unity, J. T. joined M. L. Benton in May, 2001, and, together, they embarked on the creation of Echoed Voices. Jean McAlister is the mother of Nora Clizbe-Jones, the noted Cryptozoologist and, together with her children and grandchildren, follows the Druidic path. A widow, J. T. devotes her life to Druidry, her family, her writing and EchoedVoices. Research into the lives of her ancestors from both Wales and Scotland has ignited Jean's interest in the Gaelic language, history, culture, mythology and legends; all interests she continues to pursue. Content Editor Aldwyn Draigh (Edward A. Ray), is a native of the Midwestern USA, currently living in Chicago. He has followed various career paths over the years, ranging from journeyman machinist to Information Technology. In the near future, he dreams of making his living by writing. His Interests include Druidism, guitar, billiards, Harley Davidson, and American Mensa. Spiritually, Aldwyn was raised a moderate Christian, then spent many years studying Zen before discovering that he is, always has been, and always will be a Druid. A co-founder of The Druidic Order of the Oak of Rose, he hopes to be a catalyst in bringing Pagan Unity to a higher and more effective level. He wants to find more effective ways to educate the public and the government on environmental issues in an attempt to protect and serve our Mother Earth and all her inhabitants. And ultimately, Aldwyn dreams of playing at least a small part in promoting the return of Druidry to a place of respect and honor in modern society. Assistant Editor Morrigan Sídhe holds a degree in Social Work with a minor in Native American Studies. She has worked as a consultant on Aboriginal issues for government and industry and has spent the last fourteen years working in Child Protection. Morri is an enthusiastic art and book collector. She is a fledgling artist and she blends the unique styles of Northwest Aboriginal and Celtic traditional art forms. A practicing pagan for 22 years, Morri combines the traditions of Druidic Shamanism and Cree/Salteaux/Carrier Shamanism in her practice. She continues to be a strong advocate for Aboriginal issue resolution and she is also an ardent advocate for religious tolerance and pagan unity. Morri focuses on highlighting the commonality underlying the diverse pagan (and nonpagan) spiritual traditions. Morri's writings include The Pagan Nomadic Dictionary, The Glossary of Magickal Traditions and Paths, and The Divination Glossary. Currently, she is working on a comprehensive and accurate Glossary of Celtic Gods and Heroes. She is the cofounder of Indigo Bridge Cooperative, a resource network for pagan website managers, and she spends much of her time assisting others in developing communities and websites to provide accurate information on paganism, to increase the positive image of both Pagans and Aboriginals, and to promote religious tolerance. Her dream is to see Man reclaim Stewardship of the Earth as the Aboriginal prophecies foretell. Her message to all is: "All Gods are One God. All Life is One Life. All Spirit is One Spirit.". Eastern Traditions Dr. Jonn Mumford is a direct disciple of Yogamaharishi Dr. Swami Gitananda Giri GuruMaharaj (South India) and Paramhansa Swami Satyananda Saraswati, Bihar. He was initiated as a Poorna Sannyasin by Swami Satyananda Saraswati in 1973, at BSY Monghyr, Bihar State, India. Dr. Mumford is known and respected around the world for his knowledge, scholarship, dynamic teaching style and extensive practical experience in Kriya Yoga, Jyotish and Tantra. Dr. Mumford (Swami Anandakapila Saraswati) wrote his first book, Psychosomatic Yoga, in 1961 while completing an intensive period of yogic study in Pondicherry, India. His current books include Ecstasy Through Tantra (1988), A Chakra and Kundalini Workbook (1994), Magical Tattwa Cards (1997), Mind Magic Kit (1998), Death: Beginning or End? (1999) and Karma Manual (1999) from Llewellyn Publications; they have been translated into many languages and are available worldwide. Witchcraft Elen Hawke is an author, artist and British witch from Oxford, England with many years experience both living and teaching the Craft. She is a Craft elder, a Wiccan initiate, and a professional astrologer and tarot reader, as well as being a working photographer and illustrator. Elen has published books, articles and spell work for Llewellyn Publications. Her books include In The Circle: Crafting the Witches Path and The Sacred Round: A Witch's Guide to Magical Practice. She also assists the email discussion group, witchcraft_uk, for Children of Artemis (www.witchcraft.org), who host her website. Media Critic Forever a student of the world, Antony Marcus Reed is an actor, scientist, poet, philosopher, and published writer whose roots lie in Minnesota. A father of twin boys whom he calls his "best teachers yet", Antony soon hopes to make a living while writing, so as to spend more time with his family. He travelled the path of Druidry years before he knew the meaning of the word. Being the best you can be has always been a core value of Antony's. He has said, "Show your appreciation for the body you were given by using it as gracefully as you can at all times; give thanks for your mind, by strengthening it with knowledge and wisdom so as you can best represent who you are; and grow in spirit, this is most important, but will not come to full fruition without first taking the other steps." Antony is a member of the Duck Soup Players, a volunteer theatre troop that tours Minnesota's senior apartments and hospitals to give a little something back to those who can't get out and have fun anymore. He is an Assistant manager of The Druid's Path web community, and founder of Voice of the Bard, a sister site to The Druid's Path dedicated to creative writing, poetry and Celtic history.