Golden Thread OTO

What is Golden Thread?

Golden Thread is a diverse community of magicians and spiritual seekers who are aligned in supporting each other to do their True Will and to express their True Will within the bonds of fraternity. Founded in 2016 in Pittsburgh, Golden Thread is known for being one of the most active OTO bodies in the US, and for hosting a yearly art show celebrating self-expression, The Sagittarium.

The temple hosts many events to encourage spiritual exploration and self expression. From workshops on occult topics to open mics, the temple space welcomes anyone who can abide by our values of Light, Life, Love, and Liberty.

Golden Thread is located 15 minutes north of Downtown Pittsburgh near Emsworth. Our space includes a small but potent library that members can borrow from, a gathering area, and ritual space.

What is Thelema?

Thelema is a Western esoteric and occult social and spiritual philosophy and a new religious movement founded in the early 1900s by Aleister Crowley.... Central to Thelema is the concept of discovering and following one's True Will, a divine and individual purpose that transcends ordinary desires. Crowley's system begins with The Book of the Law... This work outlines key principles, including the axioms "Do what thou Wilt shall be the whole of the Law" and "Love is the Law, Love under Will", emphasizing personal freedom and the pursuit of one's true path.

From Wikipedia “Thelema” 3/22/26

Although every Thelemite must interpret Liber AL for themselves, most Thelemites consider ... that every person has a divine True Will, and that if everyone knew and did their Will, there would be harmony. ... For many Thelemites, a practical ethic of non-interference results: To interfere with another’s Will and freedom is therefore most likely to be in discord with one’s own True Will.

From USGL “Customs”

Our Values

Golden Thread is committed to creating a hospitable environment that is equitable toward all people regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, ability, sexual orientation, relationship status, immigration status, or personal religious beliefs.

Golden Thread is also committed to lowering barriers to entry into our space including those rooted in ability and class difference.

At Golden Thread,

• Light incudes educating ourselves against the ignorance and bigotry we have been exposed to since birth.

• Liberty includes transparent, accountable governance of our local body.

• Life includes a responsibility to each other to slow the spread of illness through scientifically proven methods.

• Love includes neighborly love towards those who enter our space with respect.