"Satanists hold themselves as their own highest value, seeing themselves as their own God. Satanists reject the concept of an external, supernatural parent figure and take responsibility for their own lives into their own hands, whether they succeed or fail in their endeavors. The watchword of Satanism is Indulgence. We assert that life is to be lived for one’s own pleasure. Ah, but pleasure, as well as pain, is in the eye of the experiencer.

Satanists practice our Indulgence in accordance with the laws of society (the ‘Rules of the House’) and firmly believe that we should not infringe on anyone else’s right to his own Indulgence; a ‘live and let live’ attitude. Satanists have no desire to convert anyone, as we see all people as individuals who have every right to believe whatever they wish, so long as they also do not try to force their beliefs and values on Satanists …. This forum will present the thoughts of many contemporary Satanists, which may not all be in agreement …. Let’s see the breadth and depth of contemporary Satanism, the maturity of a philosophical movement that is now in its 24th year. And, of course, let’s have fun doing it!”