About the people at Off the Beaten Path

	A little about us...

	Elena Pugh is the owner of Off the Beaten Path. She has been a Wiccan priestess for over twenty-five years, practicing both in a coven setting and as a solitary. She received formal training in a Gardnerian derivative tradition and now practices an eclectic tradition. Elena is also an ordained Interfaith minister. An alumnus of The New Seminary in Manhattan, she has been on the teaching staff of both The New Seminary and One Spirit Interfaith Seminary. Elena has been a guest on WGHT radio representing the Wiccan community in WGHT's Faiths of Northern NJ series. The Metaphysical Center of NJ has also had her as a guest lecturer. As an ordained Interfaith minister, Elena is available for weddings, handfastings, baby blessing ceremonies, funerals and memorials, and sick calls in local hospitals.

	Glen Pugh is co-owner of Off the Beaten Path. He has been a Wiccan priest for nearly thirty years, practicing both in a coven setting and as a solitary. He received formal training in a Gardnerian derivative tradition. He and Elena now practice an eclectic tradition. The depth of his wisdom becomes apparent when he shares his insight with Elena's classes. Most of Glen's contributions to the business are behind the scenes but are invaluable to Off the Beaten Path. He is the one who keeps our computer systems humming, and who runs the store while Elena is teaching or performing her ministerial functions. He helps to stock shelves and also has become quite adept at creating merchandise displays. In between, he finds time to review books and make recommendations on whether or not Off the Beaten Path will stock particular titles. Glen also assists Elena with the buying and accompanies her on nearly all her purchasing trips.

	Papa Dré is a drummer with over 30 years experience. In addition to more than 12 years of teaching experience, he also has 20 years of semi-professional musical performance experience. His extensive metaphysical studies began in the early 70's in neo-paganism. A retired third degree Wiccan High Priest, he is currently studying the Cabala and Angels. Papa Dré and Mama Kiki relocated to Florida in 2004. We will post the dates of their visits to NJ.

	Mama KiKi has 600 years of Nordic hereditary pagan lineage and has been practicing fire magick since the age of 4. Clairaudient and clairvoyant since birth, she also channels. She has spent most of her life studying world religions. Mama KiKi has studied Rosicrucianism, Catholic doctrine at Seton Hall University, and was a Deliverance Minister in various Pentecostal churches. Currently she is studying the Cabala with the Priesthood of the Light. Mama KiKi and her husband, Papa Dré, follow an esoteric practice of their own tradition. Papa Dré and Mama Kiki relocated to Florida in 2004. We will post the dates of their visits to NJ.

	Reverend Frances E. Ranton, CHT (Fran) is a woman of many hats. She is a minister ordained in the Order of Melchizedek through the World Light Fellowship. In addition to Interfaith services, Rev. Fran is also available for weddings, baby blessings, and memorial services. She is a Reiki Master/Teacher, a Certified Hypno–Consultant, and a member of the National Guild of Hypnotists. She works with people using hypnotherapy to heal on many levels. She also teaches Reiki and gives Reiki treatments. Last, but certainly not least, she is a distributor for Young Living Essential Oils. Fran specializes in working with people who suffer from Fibromyalgia, MS, Lupus and other debilitating illnesses/diseases. There are a number of ways to use the oils to promote health and well being on all levels including Raindrop Therapy, Auricular Therapy, and as an enhancement to Reiki and Hypnotherapy. Her personal quest is to help as many people as she can to do more and live with less pain.

	Stephen Kirby has been a tarot reader for 17 years. The accidental discovery of a tarot deck while housecleaning in a new residence started him on this path of divination. He is a self-taught tarot reader, solitary practitioner, and a life long resident of Northern New Jersey. In his spare time, he enjoys gardening, volunteers time and is a registered foster home for an east coast exotic animal rescue.

	Nancy Fader ("Raushanna") has been performing and choreographing belly dance for over twenty years, both as a troupe member and a solo performer, and has been teaching belly dance for over ten years. Initially drawn to belly dance because of its focus on flexibility, strength and femininity; her connection with this beautiful dance form was deepened as she learned of its long history and use as a sacred dance of Goddess worship. This additional dimension to her performances and choreography, combined with her lifetime love of nature and animals, led Nancy to seek spiritual fulfillment in Wicca; she is a Third Degree dedicant of a teaching coven into which she was initiated in 2005. Nancy, a lifetime native of New Jersey, and her husband, Bob, live in Bergen County, and own a small 120 year old home in Cape May, NJ. She and her husband each have grown sons from previous marriages.

	Luann Gibbons, formerly of the Wiseman Bookstore, is a gifted tarot reader from a long lineage of intuitive women. She has 11 years experience reading the Tarot. She is very good with relationship inquiries and provides intuitive advice. Luann reads in the store on Wednesdays welcoming appointments, walk-ins and phone readings.

	Rev. Barbara Munnelly has been a reader of tarot for 30 years, receiving her first deck of Tarot cards at 17 as a birthday gift from her father, who also had an interest in the Metaphysical. She was ordained into the Priesthood, according to the order of Melchizedek, on October 23rd, 2005 through the Sanctuary of the Beloved. Barbara is also a certified spiritual healer and a graduate of the Silva Method of Mind Development. In addition to being a gifted reader, she teaches tarot classes at Off the Beaten Path, enabling others to understand and connect with the hidden meanings of the cards. Barbara enjoys her home life with her husband, children, and her wonderful pets. She is a lifetime resident of North Jersey, and also loves spending time at her country home in NY State, where she feels “closer to spirit.” Barbara has hopes to one day retire to her NY home and tend goats and sheep with her husband.

	June Ponte is a psychic medium and psychometrist, who communicates with those who have passed over. She receives detailed messages for her clients. Compassionate and friendly, June's goal is to connect sitters with their loved ones on the other side, and assist them in realizing that life does go on, even after 'death'. Through mediumship, she has helped many clients who have suffered the loss of a close family member or friend. If you would like a reading with June, feel free to bring photos of those you would like to connect with. By touching these photos, she can access additional information for you from those in spirit . June's psychic abilities enable her to assist those who are going through difficult times, or would like to know more about their relationship and career issues.

	Shawna Nicoll's family has exhibited psychic ability on both sides of the family for generations . She discovered her psychic ability at age 16 with the help of her mentor, Luann Gibbons. During the following four years, through study and practice, she vastly expanded her metaphysical knowledge. Before starting at Off the Beaten Path, Shawna was a Tarot Card Reader and Psychic Advisor at the Wiseman Bookstore in addition to reading privately.

	Phoenix Starr, a clairaudient and clairsentient, is descended from a long line of Wise Women, seers and healers. In addition to mediumship, Phoenix also does psychometry, past life readings and is certified by the TCBA as a tarot reader. Referred to as a Stone Talker, she applies her shamanic training in the healing arts, making channeled jewelry and amulets. An Ordained priest of Melchizedek, she is also a Reiki Master-Teacher in both the Usui and Shambalah techniques. Phoenix also teaches classes in grounding and shielding, talismans and amulets, practical magic for everyday life, and conducts healing circles.

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