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.
Ordained Clergy
Robert Lusch-Schreiwer, Elderer Ziewer
Michelle Jones, Ziewern
Victoria Young, Ziewern
Larry Goble, Jr. - Ziewer
Jennifer Milby, Ordained
Board of Directors and Voting Members
President: Robert L. Schreiwer
Vice-President: Larry Goble, Jr.
Treasurer: Michelle Jones
Secretary: Victoria Young
Deborah Wheeler
Peter B. Schlegel
Anna Houston
Jennifer Milby
Shaun Shupe
Larry Goble, Jr.
Bob Headley
Michael Engler
Maria Engler
Distelfink Social Media Policy
As of October 2, 2015, Distelfink Sippschaft formalized its previous understood rules into a social media policy.
Fruchsfriede
Distelfink Sippschaft Fruchsfriede - Law of the Hall 1-6
Distelfink Bylaws
Distelfink Bylaws Signed (September 2012)