About The Pagan Path
The Pagan Path is a religious nonprofit organization and federally recognized Pagan church. Founded in March 2021 in Reidsville, North Carolina, we were the only Pagan faith-based religious organization serving the Triad region at that time.
We established a 16-acre sanctuary where solitary practitioners and groups could gather to openly practice their spiritual paths without fear of persecution, discrimination, or harm. Our North Carolina property hosted regular gatherings, rituals, and seasonal festivals until February 2024, when we relocated to Alabama to expand our mission and outreach.
Today, The Pagan Path continues to foster a safe, inclusive space for spiritual expression. We are currently relaunching our monthly gatherings and preparing for upcoming festivals.
Our mission is to educate and support individuals who are exploring nature-based spiritual traditions rooted in ancient polytheistic belief systems. We promote understanding of Paganism as a diverse and decentralized spiritual path—one that honors the cycles of nature, the balance of life, and the presence of divinity in all things. Practitioners may follow specific deities or spiritual forces, or choose a more personal, self-guided path.
Through community outreach, we seek to dispel misconceptions and foster respect for Pagan faiths. We accomplish this by hosting monthly gatherings—both in person and virtually—as well as seasonal festivals aligned with the Wheel of the Year. These events feature educational workshops, rituals, handfasting ceremonies, vendors, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities. Many of our events are free and open to the public.
We invite you to explore our calendar and join us at an upcoming gathering or celebration.
Jan. 2021 – Feb. 2024
Jan. 2021 – Feb. 2023
Jan. 2021
About the Founders
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Oct. 2020
Tom and Chip Robinson have shared more than 40 years of life together, building a family that includes five children and six grandchildren. Their partnership, which began in 1985, has been rooted in resilience, mutual respect, and a deep commitment to personal freedom—including the freedom of spiritual belief.
Chip brings a lifelong passion for creativity and storytelling to The Pagan Path. With nearly 35 years of experience as a freelance writer, journalist, and photographer, she has dedicated her life to documenting stories, building community, and bringing visionary ideas to life. Her entrepreneurial spirit and drive to create meaningful spaces for connection led to the founding of The Pagan Path and its growing network of gatherings and festivals.
Tom is a retired U.S. Army veteran who served in the Army Reserve, the National Guard, and on active duty. After returning to service later in life, he deployed to Iraq, where he was wounded in combat and awarded the Purple Heart. Following his military career, he has focused on healing, family, and supporting The Pagan Path’s mission with strength and perseverance.
Coming from different religious backgrounds—Tom raised in the Southern Baptist tradition and Chip, exposed to multiple Christian denominations before finding her path in paganism—their relationship has always been grounded in mutual respect for spiritual diversity. They raised their children with the same philosophy, encouraging each to explore and choose their own beliefs.
Together, Tom and Chip founded The Pagan Path to create a safe, welcoming environment where individuals of all backgrounds can explore nature-based spirituality, practice freely, and build community without fear of judgment or persecution.
Under their leadership, The Pagan Path has grown into a regional hub for pagan community gatherings, education, and celebration.