Become a Member of Spirit of the Earth Church
Associates of Spirit of the Earth Church Inc.
An Associate can be any person, group, or coven who shares Spirit of the Earth Church Inc.’s purpose and would like to participate in Spirit of the Earth Church events or activities. Membership is not a requirement to participate in most of Spirit of the Earth Church’s events or activities.
If you would like to receive updates about Spirit of the Earth Church events and/or activities you may send your name, address, phone number, and email address to SOTE and we will put you on our information e-list. In our efforts to cut environmental waste we will be sending out event and activity information via email, if you prefer this information to be mailed to you please specify this in your email.
*Please note that some special activities of Spirit of the Earth Church will be designated for members only.
Membership Information and Sign-up Options
Membership is open to everyone and anyone who shares Spirit of the Earth Church Inc.’s purpose.
Membership Categories
Memberships are divided into three categories: Individual, Family, and Distant member. These Memberships are defined as follows:
Individual: A single individual, who wishes to become a member of Spirit of the Earth Church, and wishes to have Membership Privileges outlined under Membership Privileges. Membership dues are required.
Family: Spirit of the Earth Church Inc. recognizes that Families come in many forms; therefore, our Family Membership will include single parents, couples, same sex partners, and polyamorous families that reside together in a single household. This also includes children. Family Memberships are for Families who wish to become members of Spirit of the Earth Church Inc. and wish to have Membership Privileges outlined under Membership Privileges. Membership dues are required.
Distant: An individual or family that wishes to become a member of Spirit of the Earth Church Inc. that does not reside within the area. Distant memberships for those who wish to contribute to the Church and have Membership Privileges as outlined under Membership Privileges. Membership dues are required.
Membership Dues
The amount for annual dues for Individual and Distant Memberships shall be $120.00 each year. The amount for annual dues for Family Memberships shall be $180.00 each year.
Members may pay dues on a monthly basis. For Individual and Distant Memberships the amount would be $10 per month. For Family Membership the amount would be $15 per month. The first months dues must be included with the completed membership form. Members, have until the end of each month to pay their dues for that month.
Continued membership for Individual, Family, and Distant memberships is contingent upon being up-to-date on membership dues.
Membership Privileges
Individual, Family, and Distant Members are given the following privileges:
A Membership discount of 25% will be given to Individual, Family, and Distant Members for any Spirit of the Earth Church Inc. event or special activity except under the following circumstances:
1. A person that has purchased supplies that are not provided by the Church specifically for a class, circle, Ritual, or event. The person who is teaching/performing that class, circle, ritual, or event may ask for a reasonable donation from the participants to cover the cost of supplies only.
2. A member participating in a trip with Spirit of the Earth Church Inc. Each member participating in a trip with Spirit of the Earth Church Inc. must pay fees associated with the trip; including but not limited to: cost, travel, dining, and/or lodging.
A full description of all of the Membership Privileges and Rights as they are stated in Spirit of the Earth’s Bylaws will be included with each Membership Packet. Each Membership Packet will also include a Spirit of the Earth Membership card, forms to sign and return, and the latest copy of Earth Words; Spirit of the Earth’s seasonal newsletter.
Where does money collected and raised by SOTEC go?
Money accumulated by Church Membership dues, donations or fundraisers will be used for several purposes. First, the money will be used to offset the costs of circles, classes, events, Rituals, fundraisers, trips and supplies. Any additional money will be put into the Spirit of the Earth Church Inc.’s savings account for future projects.
A note about Membership Dues and disclosure of Financial Records
Membership dues will be reviewed at least once every year at the annual board meeting in January; if adjustments need to be made for the benefit of the Church and its Members, it will be voted on at that time. Financial records from Spirit of the Earth Church Inc. will be made available to all members and the public anytime they wish to review them at the Spirit of the Earth Church office.
Would you like to become a Member of Spirit of the Earth Church?
Payment options: Spirit of the Earth Church Inc. uses PayPal for online dues and donations, we accept all major credit cards, debit cards, and PayPal accounts. Membership dues may be paid each month or several months in advance. To pay advance membership dues online, simply change the quantity in your cart to reflect the amount of months you would like to pay. For mail-in payments, simply write in how many months you are paying for and include your payment with your completed Membership form.
All new members will receive a membership packet via mail. Please allow 10-14 days to receive packet.
Questions?
You may email us your questions or you may call the Spirit of the Earth office at 270-887-8555. Office hours are Monday thru Friday 9am – 5pm central time.
At Spirit of the Earth Church Inc. privacy is of our utmost concern; therefore Spirit of the Earth Church Inc. does not share or sell any personal information.
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*Please note when using our online format for membership, include your contact information: Name, Address, and Phone number(s) in the note section of the electronic check out page.
