Our kindred includes members who follow the traditions of several different Germanic cultures. As such, we do not have a single list of deities that we worship. There are some that are common to us all, though we may call them different names or experience them somewhat differently. As a community, we have held rituals for deities such as Odin, Thor, Frigg, Hel, and many others. We each have gods and goddesses with whom we share a special connection; our “hearth cults”; and we encourage our members to share their knowledge of the gods and experiences with the rest of us.
This is not to say that there are no guidelines for the deities worshiped in ritual by the Kindred. These beings were all, at some point, worshiped by one of the Germanic peoples. We have not held ritual to Celtic, Roman, or any gods of the various other cultures of the world. The syncretization of such a deity would have to be a decision made by the whole group, though we encourage individuals to engage in any healthy practice with any deity they choose. Syncretism was normal and expected in many polytheist religions, and were a member to bring up a good argument for the addition of a deity to our practice, it would be seriously considered.
Odin/Oðinn/Woden
One of the chief gods of Heathenry, Odin is widely considered to be a god who is both wise and ruthless. He is a god of poetry and language who gave mankind the runes. Odin is also known to be a guide to the dead on their journey into the afterlife.
Frigg/Frige
Frigg is the wife of Odin and a queen among the gods. Many associate her with love, fertility, and the hearth fire at the center of the home. Frigg is also known for her magical talents and foresight, though she rarely says what she sees.
Thor/Þorr/Thunor
Thor is the thunderer, a god of storms who many pray to for favorable rains. Thor is also the protector of mankind and many Heathens wear an amulet in the shape of his hammer. Thor is considered a god of working people and craftsmen.
Frey/Freyr/Ing
Frey is a god associated with fertility of crops, animals, and people. He is often prayed to for good harvests and healthy deliveries. Frey is said to be lord over the elves, and thus has a strong association with health in general.