No. Wiccans worship the God and Goddess and work with the natural energies of our planet. One of the aspects of our God does wear horns, but he symbolizes the fertility of nature, not evil. Although most traditional Wiccans do recognize other religions' rights to practice and believe in their own pantheons, Wiccans do not practice any worship of Satan and do not advocate Satanic practices.

No, Wiccans acknowledge that "evil" actions and people exist. However, we do not believe that any supernatural or god-like entity is to blame for these things, we are all responsible for our own actions, inactions and for the consequences of all we do. Wrong minded actions will result in harm to ourselves and those around us. Thus, we think carefully before we act.

The types of magick that Wiccans do are as varied as the practitioners. Some Wiccans perform candle magick or make charms for safety and luck, or perhaps their talents lie in divination with tarot or astrology. Prayer is also a form of magick.

Wicca as it is practiced today is a relatively new religion, however its historical and spiritual roots are old, will expand into the future and will be forever! Many of the activities of Wiccans could be lumped together under the banner of New Age, but then so could any organized religion under 100 years of age.

Pentagrams (a five pointed star, one point upward) are not Satanic. Some Satanists may use this symbol, but the symbol itself is not Satanic. To Wiccans, a pentagram represents many things, including the five elements (Air, Fire, Water, Earth and Spirit). It may also be used as a symbol of protection. Most Wiccans wear their pentagrams with the point in the upright position.

No, in Wicca there are many traditions and beliefs and all are equally valid. Wicca is an experiential faith, not a dogmatic one. Much Wiccan knowledge is also passed down through the retelling of tales, poems and songs. It has only been in the past 40 years that we have been able to publically share our beliefs in writing.

A Book of Shadows is a private collection of meditations, rituals and customs -- much like a journal. These may be collected by a single practitioner, a group or a tradition of Wicca.

Because of the diversity of the group, this is a hard question to answer. Most Wiccans believe in a form of The Three-Fold Law (whatever you do will come back to you), the Wiccan Rede (if it harms none, do as you will) and follow a yearly cycle of celebrations (or Wheel of the Year). The Wheel of the Year includes eight Sabbats (high holidays) that follow the life myths and cycle of the world and God and Goddess. Many also celebrate the patterns of the earth, such as moon cycles (full and new moons).

Like the population of America, Wicca is a true melting pot of all types. We are mothers, fathers, brothers and sisters. We have normal jobs, families, trials and joys. If there is one trait that distinguishes us, it is a willingness to take responsibility for our lives, in hopes of creating a better world.

You probably know more Wiccans than you think. Unfortunately, due to discrimination many of us are forced to practice our religion in "the broom closet". Also, unlike many religions, we do not proselytize, or seek converts.

A bad Witch does not do the research before their magick. Seriously, the difference between a good Witch and a bad Witch is much the same as it would be between a good person and a bad person. It is not the ability that is different, but the ethics and morals of the individual. Most Wiccans hold themselves to a very high standard of behavior, which includes respect for nature, for others and for ourselves. We have a saying -- "A witch is as good as their word." A failed witch (one who breaks their word, lies or hurts others) will find their magick deserting them; and the consequences of their misdeeds will see that their evil actions bring them no joy, nor success, nor power. These poor souls (sometimes called oath-breakers or warlocks) aren't really witches anymore -- they are failures.