About us
The Pan Pacific Pagans and Radical Faeries are closely linked spiritual communities in Los Angeles that center on queer consciousness, nature-based spirituality, and radical self-expression.
Pan Pacific Pagans is a community of nature-oriented, queer, and non-binary individuals who congregate in and around Pan Pacific Park in Los Angeles.
The Grove and The Coven Network (also referred to as The Grove Coven Network) is an online resource and community hub for Neo-Pagan organizations and individuals in Los Angeles and Southern California.
As of January 2026, the network serves several key functions:
- Organizing Hub: It provides platforms for cross-over promotions between likeminded spiritual, nature-oriented, and queer-friendly organizations, such as the Pan Pacific Pagans and Radical Faeries.
- Resource Center: The network hosts online resources for local practitioners and maintains communication channels via Instagram and WhatsApp to coordinate events and share insights with organizers both locally and from out of state.
- Affiliated Groups: It is closely associated with the Coven of the Grove and the Solitary Mystics, which has historically held popular free Thoth Tarot and occult classes, as well as ritual circles for Esbats and Sabbats at Pan Pacific Park.
The network emphasizes values of shared growth, seasonal celebrations, and connection with the cycles of nature, often operating in a "loose though tight-knit" manner to welcome newcomers into the local occult and pagan scenes.
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Unitarian Universalist Pagans
First Unitarian Church of Los Angeles, 2936 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90005, USA, Los Angeles, CA, USThe Unitarian Universalist Church of Los Angeles (UUCLA / First Unitarian Church of Los Angeles) is a historic, radically progressive urban congregation that functions as a civic and spiritual sanctuary for marginalized, non-dogmatic, and earth-centered traditions.
- Institutional Shield: It offers a physical and legal sanctuary where taboo or fringe spiritualities can be articulated openly without fear of censure.
- Theological Pluralism: Rooted in the Unitarian Universalist 6th Source (earth-centered traditions), it explicitly validates modern Paganism, Wicca, and Hermeticism alongside humanist and liberal religious ethics.
- Frontline Activism: It bridges the gap between ritual and social justice, linking environmental and civil rights advocacy directly to the sacred "web of life."
How It Creates Safe Space for Pagan & Esoteric Faiths
- Liturgical Integration: Incorporates seasonal solstices, equinoxes, and nature-inspired poetry into mainstream Sunday services.
- Community Cross-Pollination: Welcomes autonomous networks (such as CUUPS and local circles) to co-create programming.
- Decolonizing Spirituality: Rejects religious hierarchy and historical Christian hegemony, framing earth-based practice as a valid psychological and emotional anchor.
Contributions of Malcolm de Cesare
- Bridging Networks: As a healthcare professional, organizer, and coven leader within [The Grove Coven], de Cesare explicitly connects decentralized street-level occult/Pagan organizing with established institutional religion.
- Pulpit Leadership: Delivered the landmark August 2026 sermon "Respect for the Web," articulating how esoteric paths provide vital psychological and emotional protection in volatile political climates.
- Content & Administrative Outreach: Translates esoteric theory into accessible community strategy, serving as a public liaison and educator who normalizes Wicca and Hermeticism within progressive metropolitan LA.
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Supporting First Unitarian Church of Los Angeles, Pan Pacific Pagans, and organizers like Malcolm de Cesare strengthens our community by transforming fringe spiritual practice into a civic infrastructure for urban resilience and mutual aid.
How the Synergy Strengthens the Community
- De-escalating Isolation & Burnout: Grassroots queer and earth-centered spaces (like The Grove Coven) provide immediate emotional and somatic safety nets, reducing isolation among marginalized groups.
- Institutionalizing Protection: Partnering with a historic sanctuary like First Unitarian Church of Los Angeles shields these vulnerable, non-dogmatic circles from political targeting and zoning exclusion.
- Actionable "Deeds, Not Creeds": The alliance anchors esoteric ritual directly into tangible civic work—such as food distribution through Urban Partners Los Angeles, environmental defense, and immigrant rights advocacy.
- Intergenerational & Intersectional Memory: Leadership that bridges healthcare, radical faerie history, and public theology keeps urban counter-culture connected to broader historical justice movements (from 1950s civil liberties defense to modern BLM and labor solidarity).
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Chorus and Jam Circles
First Unitarian Church of Los Angeles, 2936 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90005, USA, Los Angeles, CA, USInvitation to Connect:
Weaving Our Voices and Music into Shared Community
Dear Friends, Neighbors, and Creators,
The Pan Pacific Pagans and Radical Faeries of Los Angeles are excited to highlight an incredible opportunity for harmony, collaboration, and collective joy.
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Los Angeles anchors a stellar music program led by Nathan Fratzke, Travis Reynolds, Carrick McCullough, and a host of talented performers.
Every Wednesday evening from 6:30 PM until 9:15 PM, the church opens its doors for a dynamic jam group and an inspiring series of choir sessions.
We believe this welcoming, creative environment serves as the ideal collaborative space for our communities to unite.
Music has a unique power to bridge traditions, heal spirits, and build collective strength.
By bringing the vibrant voices, unique instruments, and musical talents of the Pan Pacific Pagans and Radical Faeries into this existing circle, we can uplift one another and create a larger, greater communal purpose together.
Whether you are a seasoned musician, a shower singer, or simply looking to find your rhythm in a supportive environment, you are warmly invited to take a seat and join the song.
How to Get Involved:
If you feel called to this collaboration, or if you are interested in joining the Wednesday night UU jam group and choir sessions, please reach out to us directly or contact the church administrators to get connected.
Let's make some noise, build some magick, and sing our community forward.
In harmony,
The Pan Pacific Pagans & Radical Faeries of Los Angeles
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Raise Your Voice!
Wednesday Night Music Collaboration
Looking for a space to share your musical talents and connect with a warm, inclusive community?
Look no further than Midweek Music at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Los Angeles!
- When: Every Wednesday, 6:30 PM – 9:15 PM
- Where: Unitarian Universalist Church of Los Angeles
- What: Community Jam Group & Choir Sessions
Led by the church’s stellar music team—including Nathan Fratzke, Travis Reynolds, Carrick McCullough, and various guest performers—this weekly gathering is the perfect sandbox for musical expression.
The Pan Pacific Pagans and Radical Faeries of Los Angeles are officially inviting our networks to join these sessions.
This is a beautiful opportunity to blend our voices, offer our musical talents, and collaborate for a larger and greater communal purpose.
From sacred chants to secular jams, all acoustic instruments and vocal ranges are welcome.
If this collaboration sounds like the right note for you, or if you simply want to check out the jam group and choir, contact us for more information or reach out to the church directly to jump in!
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Nathan Fratzke is a Los Angeles-based musician, choir director, and educator. He serves as the choir director and jam group facilitator at the First Unitarian Church of Los Angeles, where he also provides piano, guitar, and vocal support.
Background & Education
- Education: Earned a Master of Music in Choral Conducting from the University of Missouri and a Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) in choral music from the USC Thornton School of Music.
- Roots: Originally from Wilton, Iowa, and a graduate of Wilton High School.
Musical & Creative Work
- Choral & Ensemble Directing: Leads community choir programs, collaborates with bands and artists, and conducts choral arrangements.
- Sound Baths & Private Coaching: Offers ambient piano improvisation sound baths alongside private lessons in piano, voice, guitar, and music theory.
- Collaborations: Featured on recordings such as Pattie Lin's acoustic track "Let Me Know" and food/community features via FeedingFratzke.
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Pan Pacific Park Circle
Pan Pacific Park, 7600 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA, Los Angeles, CA, USOur Open Invitation to the Neighbors and Friends of Pan Pacific Park
Blessed Be, Neighbors and Seekers!
The Pan Pacific Pagans and the Radical Faeries of Los Angeles extend our hearts and hands to everyone who shares the soil, the shade, and the spirit of our neighborhood.
We invite all locals, neighbors, and wanderers to gather, connect, and re-enchant our beloved community commons at Pan Pacific Park.
🌿 Reclaiming Our Shared Soil: The Power of Public & Third Spaces
In a world increasingly dominated by private screens and commercial venues, true public spaces and "third spaces"—places outside of home and work where we can just be together without a price tag—are vital to our collective well-being.
Pan Pacific Park is a living sanctuary for outdoor recreation, mental respite, and intentional community building. It belongs to all of us. Let’s breathe life back into our shared commons!
🚶♀️ Ritualize the Route
We invite you to transform a simple walk into an act of mindful connection. Next time you tread the 1.1-mile perimeter loop, we challenge you to ritualize the walking route:
- Feel the pulse of the earth beneath the paved concrete.
- Give thanks to the ancient trees that offer us shade.
- Wave to your neighbors and weave a web of local visibility, safety, and mutual care.
📚 Gather and Ghost: Host Your Own Events
Let’s make the park a buzzing hub of culture and learning!
We encourage you to bring your passions into the open air.
Consider hosting your own book clubs, discussion circles, crafting groups, or wellness workshops right here on the grass.
Need inspiration? Look no further than the Grove Coven, who have beautifully modeled how to hold space under the open sky, turning shaded picnic tables into classrooms and circles of deep connection.
🌞 Aligning with the Earth: Wheel of the Year Observances
As earth-centered folks, we believe in honoring the natural rhythms of our environment.
Pan Pacific Park is the perfect backdrop for Wheel of the Year observances—from the high sun of the Solstices to the deep balance of the Equinoxes.
Marking the changing seasons together outdoors roots us to the land we inhabit and to one another.
✨ Manifesting a Dream: A Pan Pacific Pagan Pride Festival
By showing up, occupying our public parks with joy, and celebrating our diverse paths, we build the foundation for something even greater. Our ultimate vision is to manifest an annual Pagan Pride Festival right here at Pan Pacific Park—a vibrant, public celebration of magic, music, community, and local earth-stewardship.
But every great forest begins with a single seed. Come sit with us, walk with us, and help us dream this space into its highest potential.
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How to connect: Bring a blanket, bring a friend, bring an open mind, and we'll see you on the loop!
With love, magic, and community spirit,
The Pan Pacific Pagans & The Radical Faeries of Los Angeles
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The primary walking route at Pan Pacific Park in Los Angeles is the Pan Pacific Park Trail, a 1.1-mile loop that wraps around the outer perimeter of the 28-acre grounds.
It is a highly accessible, paved concrete, and partially paved path that takes roughly 20 to 30 minutes to walk at a casual pace.
Route Overview & Amenities
- Distance: 1.1 miles (approx. 2,500 steps)
- Terrain: Easy, flat-to-gentle rolling slopes with wide paths.
- Shade: The route features excellent tree-lined sections providing cool shade, making it comfortable even during midday.
- Dog-Friendly: Dogs are entirely welcome but must remain on a leash.
- Park Features Along the Way: As you follow the circular perimeter, the loop passes the public library, sports fields (baseball, soccer, and basketball courts), and shaded picnic tables. It also runs right alongside the newly expanded campus of the Holocaust Museum LA.
Extended Route Option
If you want to stretch your steps beyond the park itself, the loop seamlessly connects with the adjacent neighborhood landmarks.
You can easily walk right out of the east side of the park, directly into the pedestrian paths of The Grove and the historic Original Farmers Market at 3rd & Fairfax to grab a bite or extend your distance.
Parking & Logistics
Free public parking lots are located at both ends of the park:
- North End: Accessible via Gardner Street.
- South End: Accessible directly off Beverly Blvd.
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