Hand Fasting, Samhain 2001 CO1

Hand Fasting, Samhain 2001

Altar Devotions

Purify the Area

Salute

HPS

The Lord and Lady have always been there for us, since before time was.                     

They were there in the scents of the Earth

in the whisper of the Wind

in the warmth of the Sun

in the refreshing coolness of a Mountain Stream.

They have always been there for us, even before we understood.

They are there in the magick of the Moonlight

in the wonder of a Sunrise

in the freedom of an Open Field

in the comfort of a Sheltering Forest.

Tonight, they will be here with us as we ask them to walk beside this couple who come before us to pledge their Love. 

  

Cast Circle

(Light the incense and place it into the bottle - hold in the center of the Circle)

HP: Protection: cast with fire and Air.

Mists of North, South, East, and West - Rise with haste per my bequest.   Thrice Circle round, in and out, from the bottle, out the spout.   We cast this circle in the name of the Golden Lord.  We set its boundaries with elements of his choosing.  May he protect us this night.  

HPS: Love: cast with Water and Earth.

We cast this circle in the name of the Silver Lady.  We seal its boundaries with elements of her choosing.  May she hold us in her embrace.  

HP:     Hope: cast with Acorns.   

We cast this circle in the name of Hope.   Let all who dwell within it’s boundaries find Hope in themselves and in their futures.   

HPS:    We bless this circle with these offerings.  Let them find fertile ground and take root.  As they grow may the love of this couple grow with them.   This Circle is now sealed. So Mote It Be.

Call Quarters

HP/HPS:

We call upon Earth.  Let your presence provide the foundation for this union.

We call upon Fire. Let your flames ignite the passion of life within this couple.

We call upon Air.  Let your wind enrich this joining with the knowledge of communication.  

We call upon Water.  Let your essence caress this commitment in it’s loving embrace.  

Anoint

May the presence of the Divine be ever in your heart.

Invocation

COUPLE:    Father Sky, Lord of the beasts, and Protector of the Light, be with us now  

HP: I am already here…

in your shadow on the ground, and the whisper on the wind. I am here in the sunlight on your hair, and the soft sounds of a gentle rain…

I have always been here for you.

COUPLE: Mother Earth, Lady of the Grain, and Source of the Light, be with us now

HPS: I am already here…

in the beating of your heart, and the innocence of a child’s smile. I am here in the light of your Lover’s eyes, and the understanding of a true friend…

I have always been here for you

Drawing Down the Moon

Hear now the thoughts of the God and Goddess.  You, who have been with us since before time was, share with us now your message  this night.

HP In an earlier age I was called Herne, Osiris, Zeus, Cernunos and by many other names.  I am the strength of the rock at thy back, the roots of the tree that anchor the Earth and deepest of tides in the black depths of the ocean.  I am the Hunter and the Sacred Prey, the warmth of the sun in the swelling grapes and the call of the road that leads over the hill.  

HPS In the mists of time I was called Brigid, Demeter, Hera, Cerridwen, and by many other names.   I am the quickening of the seed in Springtime, the glory of ripe fields in Summer, and the peace of the quiet woods as the snow calms the Earth in Winter.  I am the lilt of the maidens' melody in the morning, the patient hand of the Mother and the deep river of the mysteries taught by moonlight.  

HP I give you, my children, the fire of love, the power of the wind on your face, shelter from the darkest storm.  You are dear to me, and I instill in you my power...the power of peace hard earned, the power of vision and magical sight, and the spark of elemental fire, which is the primal light in the darkness.

HPS I give you, my children, the gifts of song rising from the heart, the joy of autumn sunset, the cool touch of the renewing waters, and the compelling call of the drum in the dance.  To you I give the joy of creation and the companion of beauty to light your days.  

HP By the powers of  the running stag and the glorious sun, I charge thee; by the darkest depths of night and the lingering tendrils of dreams, I charge thee; and by the beauty of your own creation, I charge thee; Follow your heart and your instinct, wherever they lead you.  The wealth of the heart will guide you where the cold edge of logic cannot take you.    Take joy in the powers of your bodies.  The form your body takes is unique in the universe and is chief among your tools.  

HPS By the powers of the steadfast Earth and the wheeling stars I charge thee; by the darkness of death and the white light of birth I charge thee; and by the terrible strength of your human spirits, I charge thee:  Strive always for the growth of your eternal soul, never intentionally diminish your strength, your compassion, your ties to the earth or your knowledge.   Challenge your mind, never accept complacently that which has been the standard merely for the reason that it is the standard by which the majority judges.   Act always for the betterment of your brothers and sisters.  To strengthen them is to forge the true chain of humanity, and a chain is only as strong as its weakest link.  

HP Lastly, always remember the path you have left behind you.  Learn to take your power from the foolish things you have wrought as well as the good you have done for others and for your self.  You can never usurp another's power, and yours is the well upon which you must rely.

HPS You are my children, my brothers and sisters and my companions.  You are known in great part by the company you keep, and you are strong and wise and full of the powers of life.  It is yours to use them in my service, and I also, am known by the company I keep.  

HP I am with you always, just over your shoulder, running with you through the tall grasses and forests that surround you.  I possess you and I am your Sacred Prey.  I am the Lord of Death, and when you have come to the end of your life on this world, I will be there; to take you between the worlds, to offer you peace and rest.  Look upon my face; know me.  I am the spirit of the wild things, but you too, are wild in your souls and we are forever intertwined." 

HPS Go forth in joy and the light of my love, turning to me without fear when the darkness threatens to overcome you, and turning also to me to share your triumphs and your achievements, and know in your heart of hearts that we are together in blood and spirit ‘til the last star darkens in the sky and winter comes to the universe.

Name the Working

(bring the couple to the center of the Circle)

Tonight, ... and ... renew their vows of devotion to each other. They come as two people, separate, different. They accept and love each other as they are, both the dark and the light, the good and the bad. Two halves of a perfect whole. Complete.

HP: Trials will come, and tests, for there is much in this world that would long to pull you apart.   Come with us now on a journey which will bring strength and vision to your relationship, courage and understanding.

North:    Oftentimes family and friends can create a wedge between those who are bonded.  Are you prepared to look to each other for comfort?

South:    Do your understand that you will not always agree and that there will be times of  heated disagreement?

East:    Do you realize that there will be times when communicating your thoughts and desires to your partner will be difficult?

West:    Do you acknowledge the fact that your bonding will bring  both tears of joy and tears of pain?

HPS:    Joys will come, graces and blessings will warm your souls and give you wonder.  The path you have chosen will bring thanksgiving and rejoicing to this relationship, laughter and abandon.

HPS:    Do you, ..., take ... to be your beloved partner, to love, honor and cherish?

Response: I do.

HPS:    Do you, ..., take ... to be your beloved partner, to love, honor and cherish?

Response: I do.

Blessing of the Rings

(Take the rings from the HP/HPS and recite the Blessing together)

These rings represents a journey with out beginning or end, they are a symbol of the Circle of Life.   In the presence of the Lord and Lady, we ask that they bless these rings so that your Journey of Love never ends.  

(Hand the rings to ... and ... and ask them to repeat the vow as they place their rings on each others fingers)

North, South, East, West

To the Lord and Lady we do attest

West, East, South, North

To love each other from this day forth.

HPS: Does the couple have any words they wish to say to each other?

Perform the Work

Handfasting:

HPS: With this ribbon I now join ... hand with ..., as a symbol of the joining of their lives.   This is the actual act of Handfasting.   By the powers of Earth and Fire, Air and Water, may your lives ever be joined together in love.

Jumping the Broom:

HP: Jumping the broom is a very ancient custom.   The broom, or besom as it was once called, symbolizes the creation of a hearth and home together.   As you step over the broom, realize that you step into your futures together as well.   Two people, bound together as one.

Pronouncement:

HPS: ... and ..., in the presence of this company and of the Goddess and God, you have spoken your vows and performed the rites which unite your lives.   Therefore do we now pronounce you joined together as partners in life, love and spirit.

HP: ... and ..., may your lives together be as sweet as this honey, a gift of the Goddess.   You may now kiss to seal your vows to each other.

Great Rite

HP: The Mother protects the seed and nurtures it so that it may bloom.  She lends her essence to the wonder of the universe.  May the two of you nurture your love so that it too may bloom and share its wonder.

HPS:    The Father bolsters the seed providing the energy so that it may blossom.  He lends his strength to protect all that it is.  May the two of you always support your union and guard it from without.

... & ...    Let it be known that nothing masculine is greater than the Feminine,

And that nothing feminine is greater than the masculine. Each is part of the other and only the balance of the two can lead to enlightenment. As the Athame represents the masculine,    And the Chalice represents the feminine, Only when they are joined can perfect balance be found. For only through balance can the Magick of unconditional love be realized.

Cakes and Ale

HPS: Gentle Mother, Would you bless this wine so that all may join in the celebration of this union?

HP: So Mote it Be

Loving Father, Would you bless these cakes so that all may feast in the love of this Couple?

HP: (Cakes and Wine are now offered to couple in the traditional manner)

    So Mote it Be

Release Quarters

... and ... give their thanks to the elements and the Lord and Lady.

Open Circle

HPS:    Mists of West, South, East, and North - return with ease as we called you forth.   Once circle round, down and in, let your energies dwell within.   Back into the bottle, as you once began, to release your presence when opened again.   Blessed Be.

Feast

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Angel Moon 2024 Dragonfly

Angel Moon

Circle Dragonfly 10/20/24
Community Workings, Thanks, Earth Focus
 
Altar Set-up/Devotions – Helpers
(light all the candles on the Altar except the God and Goddess Candles)
 

By the powers of the Ancient Ones, in the names of all who have gone before. 

We remember thee, we honor thee.

 
Cleanse the Area – Helpers
 
Smudge/Anoint Participants – Helpers
(Use oil to anoint the group – clockwise, walk the inside of the circle to anoint and welcome each person in whatever fashion feels comfortable)
 
Unite energies – HP/HPS
(Start with a Round Robin. Introduce yourself, speak a little bit about yourself and encourage the others to do the same - starting with the person to your left.)
 
Meditation/Chant – Helpers
 

The Hunter’s Moon gets its name from the role it plays in our ancient connection to the seasons of nature. With its appearance in the sky, it marks a time when the wilderness wakes up, and the hunt for food becomes essential. Nestled in the heart of autumn, the Hunter Moon casts its light upon the world, helping hunters at night and guiding their way through the darkened forests. In the embrace of this moon, we’re invited to consider the delicate balance of life and death. And to honor the beautiful dance of nature’s cycles. October’s full moon serves as a gentle reminder to pause and pay attention to the changes happening around us. Its beautiful glow, akin to the warm glow of a campfire, offers an opportunity for connection. Whether it’s through quiet moonlit strolls or gatherings that celebrate the season, this moon invites us to enjoy ourselves in its silvery light.

 

The October full moon is known as the Hunter’s Moon, or Blood Moon. It’s believed to be a time of great power, when the veil between the spiritual world and the mundane world is very thin. This moon is associated with courage and strength, as it is believed to aid hunters in the successful hunt. October is also a time to honor the ancestors and those who have passed on, as it is believed to be a time of spiritual connection. For us it’s also a good time to do spiritual and physical house cleaning, getting rid of what doesn’t serve you in the coming year, be that bad habits or clutter in your home.

 
Cast Circle – HP/HPS

 

First time round, this Circle’s bound.  With wings of light, beauty and sight.

Brilliant Seraphim, Mighty Cherubim, the Stable Thrones of the first sphere.

 

Second time round, this Circle’s bound.  With wings of authority, life and spirit. Dominions of Leadership, Powers of Protection, the Miraculous Virtues of the second sphere

 

Third time round, this Circle’s bound.  With wings of justice, delight and friendship. Righteous Principalities, Glorious Archangels, the Guardian Angels of the third sphere

 

Three times round, this Circle’s bound. Fashioned by the wings of the Angels. We create this Sacred Space, with wings of justice, delight and friendship. Where night and day, birth and death, Joy and sorrow, all meet as one. As above, so it is below.  As without, so it is within. This Circle is now sealed. So, Mote it be.

 
Call Quarters, E/S/W/N – Helpers
 

East:    I call forth the Governor of the East, the Archangel Raphael. Powers of air, blow out the old, Bring in the new on your winds of change. Charge us tonight and center us in your glorious light.

 

South:    I call forth the Governor of the South, the Archangel Michael. Powers of the South, burn away the endings that hold us back.  Shine your gentle rays upon new goals. Guide us tonight to enrich our self-worth

 

West:    I call forth the Governor of the West, the Archangel Gabriel. Powers of the west, cleanse our lives of unnecessary and harmful habits. Drop your renewing rains upon us for growth.  Guide us tonight to have mercy on those who shed tears.

 

North:    I call forth the Governor of the North, the Archangel Uriel. Powers of the North, let your renewing Magick bury old ways, and open new paths before us. Guide us tonight to plant our feet firmly in your riches.

 

Light God/Goddess Candles, Sprinkle Herbs – Helpers
 
Invocation God/Goddess – HP/HPS
 

HPS:  Father Sky, Lord of the beasts, and Protector of the Light, be with us now.

 

HP:  I am already here…

in your shadow on the ground, and the whisper on the wind.

I am here in the sunlight on your hair, and the soft sounds of a gentle rain…

I have always been here for you.

 

HP:  Mother Earth, Lady of the Grain, and Source of the Light, be with us now.

 

HPS:         I am already here…

in the beating of your heart, and the innocence of a child’s smile,

I am here in the light of your Lover’s eyes, and the understanding of a true friend…

I have always been here for you

 
Spell Work instructions – HP/HPS
 
Perform the Work – HP/HPS
 
Raise Power – HP/HPS 
(Clap hands, begin slow/soft and gradually increase speed/volume)
 
Cakes & Ale – Helpers
 
Nuts and Berries, Roots and Leaves; Bounty born of all that lives. Fruit in trees and grain in sheaves; Praise for all the good Earth gives.
 
All that we do is in service and in honor to the God and Goddess.  May we never hunger - May we never thirst.  So, mote it be!
 
Thank God/Goddess – HP/HPS

 

Father Sky, Mother Earth

What no human ear could hear, you heard.

What no human eye could see, you saw.

What no human heart could bear, you transformed.

What no human hand could do, you did.

What no human power could change, you’ve changed.

Goddess of love, God of protection, You through whom all power flows; 

Source of all; Accept our humble tokens of thanks. 

From these Solitary Witches; Who have spoken

And who have been heard. Blessed Be

 
Extinguish Candles – Helpers
(Extinguish all the candles on the Altar)
 
Release Quarters, N/W/S/E – Helpers 
 

North:      Thank you, Archangel Uriel, Governor of the North, Powers of Earth. We welcome the new paths before us. Stay if you will and feast with us, or go if you must. Hail and farewell. So, mote it be.

 

West:        Thank you, Archangel Gabriel, Governor of the west, powers of Water. We welcome our new growth. Stay if you will and feast with us, or go if you must. Hail and farewell. So, mote it be.

 

South:       Thank you, Archangel Michiel, Governor of the West, Powers of Fire. We welcome our new goals. Stay if you will and feast with us, or go if you must. Hail and farewell. So, mote it be.

 

East:          Thank you, Archangel Raphiel, Governor of the East, Powers of Air. We welcome your winds of change. Stay if you will and feast with us, or go if you must. Hail and farewell. So, mote it be.

 
Open Circle – HP/HPS 
May those who guide us with their light, protect us in the dark and walk beside us on the roads traveled - this Circle is open but unbroken, merry meet, merry part and may we merry meet again!
 
Feast – Helpers
 

Hunter's Moon in Aries

Working:   Angels & Elements

Colors:       Orange, Red, Gold

Scents:       Patchouli, Orange, Cinnamon,

Flower:       Poinsettia

Animal:      Deer, Fox

Power:       Release, Letting Go, Renewal, Transformation

Personal:   Reach out to friends, family, the lonely & needy

 

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Go Mbeannaigh    (Gaelic, Ireland - Blessed Be)

Beannaichte Be    (Gaelic, Scotland - Blessed Be)

Sonqongi Apukuna Wak'aychasunkiku

   (Quechua, Peru - May the Heart of the Mountain bless you)

Xut Kala Xetl     (Tlingit, Alaska - Blessed Be)

Seja Abençoado     (Portuguese, Portugal - Blessed Be)

I am Esbat 2008 CO1

 
Full Moon Esbat, October 13, 2008
CircleOfOne Coven & Rowan Tree Grove
 

I am!!

 

Anoint/Welcome

(Quarters; gauntlet inside the door with four elements to greet & welcome)

(Once the last person has entered, collapse the gauntlet with chant and walk

one full circle before returning to their quarters.)

 

CHANT: x3  

She changes everything she touches – And – Everything she touches changes

We are the flow, and we are the Ebb, we are the weavers, and we are the Web

 

Purify/Besom

(Walk counter clockwise (widdershins) to cleanse the Circle with Besom)

 

Unite energies/Grounding

(Everyone stands, arms outstretched, left hand down, right hand up)

 

TOGETHER: x3  

I am one with the Universal Life Energy

It is flowing through my body now, I can feel it

 

Salt & Water

(HP/HPS purify and prepare salt & water)

 

Cast Circle

(HP/HPS walk circle clockwise (Deosil) once with swords)

(Quarters join and walk circle 2nd time with chant.  Everyone splits off 

and move to their quarters when done)

 

CHANT: x3  

We are a Circle, within a Circle - with no beginning, and never ending

 

Call Elements

(ESWN)

I call thee forth that our ritual be witnessed,

Our work be aided and our circle be protected.

 

Water & Incense Circle

(Walk clockwise (Deosil), inside Circle to bless with Water & Incense)

 

Call Quarters

(Everyone moves to the Center to surround Altar, arms raised)

 

TOGETHER:

Hear me, and heed me o ancient and mighty ones,

Look now upon us and guide us in our rite.

 

Invocation/Drawing Down

(HP/HPS stand together, surrounded by other members. 

Place Goddess Circlet on HPS, place God Horns on HP)

 

GODDESS CHANT:

We all come from the Goddess, and to her we shall return

Like a drop of rain, Flowing to the ocean

Isis, Astarte, Diana, Hecate, Demeter, Kali - Inanna!

Isis, Astarte, Diana, Hecate, Demeter, Kali - Inanna! (slow)

 

GOD CHANT:

We all come from the Sun God, and to him we shall return

Like a spark of flame, Rising to the Summerlands

Pan, Poseidon, Dionysus, Cernunnos, Mithras, Loki, Apollo

Pan, Poseidon, Dionysus, Cernunnos, Mithras, Loki, Apollo (slow)

 

HPS:    In the mists of time, I was called Brigid, Demeter, Hera, Ceridwin, and by many other names.  I am the quickening of the seed in springtime and the peace of the quiet wood in winter.  By the powers of the steadfast Earth, the darkness of death and the white light of birth, I charge thee; strive always for the growth of your eternal soul.  Challenge your mind, act always for the betterment of your brothers and sisters.  For you are my children.  You are strong and wise and full of the powers of life.  It is yours to use them in my service.  Go forth in the light of my love, turning to me without fear when darkness threatens to overcome you.  Know in your heart of hearts that we are together in blood and spirit ‘til the last star darkens in the sky and winter comes to the universe.

 

HP:  In an earlier age I was called Herne, Osiris, Zeus, Cernunos and by many other names.  I am the strength of the rock at your back; I am the Hunter and the Sacred Prey.  By the powers of the running stag, by the darkest depth of night and the lingering tendrils of dreams, I charge thee; follow your heart and your instinct, wherever they take you.  Take joy in the powers of your bodies.  Learn to take your strength from the foolish things you have wrought as well as the good you have done. For you are dear to me my children and I am with you always.  I am the Lord of Death, and when you have come to the end of your life on this world, I will be there to offer you peace and rest.  I am the Spirit of the wild things, and you too are wild in your souls and we are forever intertwined.

 

Name the Working

(Aries Moon, taking back power, re-affirming things that were lost, I am!!)

Perform the Work

 

Raise Power

 

CHANT: x3  

Hoof and horn, hoof and horn - all that dies shall be reborn

Corn and grain, corn and grain - all that falls shall rise again.

 

Sage and Crone, Sage and Crone - wisdom’s gift shall be our own,

Crone and Sage, Crone and Sage - wisdom is the gift of age.

 

Great Rite/Cakes & Ale

(Vanilla Wafers, Apple Juice & Apple Wine)

(After everyone has shared Cakes & Ale, gather around altar for their own cakes and ale.  When done, turn outward to face participants and begin chant)

 

CHANT: x3

Air I am! Fire I am!      Water, Earth and spirit I am!

 

Thank Spirit & Release Elements & Quarters

 

TOGETHER:

Mighty Ones, we honor and love you

Thank you for attending our Rite and aiding our work

Teach us to live with love and understanding between us

 

Open/Close Circle

 

CLOSING CHANT:

May the circle be open but unbroken

May the Love of the Goddess be ever in your heart

Merry meet, and merry part,

And merry meet again

 

May the circle be open but unbroken

May the Love of the Spirit be ever in your heart

Merry meet, and merry part,

And merry meet again

 

May the circle be open but unbroken

May the Love of the SunGod be ever in your heart

Merry meet, and merry part,

And merry meet again

Feast

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Beannaichte Be    (Gaelic, Scotland - Blessed Be)

Sonqongi Apukuna Wak'aychasunkiku

   (Quechua, Peru - May the Heart of the Mountain bless you)

Xut Kala Xetl     (Tlingit, Alaska - Blessed Be)

Seja Abençoado     (Portuguese, Portugal - Blessed Be)

Travel Esbat 2001 CO1

Safe Travel 10/13/01

Altar Devotions

Purify the Area

Salute

Calling Quarters

Boreas, Notus, Eurus, Zephyrus, Winds of North, South, East, West, Gather close at my behest. Join with us on this dark night, and lend your energies to our rite. Winds merge and intertwine, Your essential energies now combine

BOREAS, Spirit of Earth, Midnight and Winter - we call for strength and

protection, ground us

NOTUS, Spirit of Fire, Midday and Summer – bring to us the energy to fill our

need, empower us

EURUS, Spirit of Air, Sunrise and Spring - we call for spirit and knowledge,

guide us

ZEPHYRUS, Spirit of Water, Sunset and Autumn - for the journey that is to

come, move us

Casting the Circle

Four winds form our Circle and weave a spell, North, South, East, West, your tale to tell. As above, so it is below, Keep out all that would cause us woe. As within, so it is without, Safe we’ll be, there is no doubt. Three times round this Circle’s cast.

Anoint

Unite energies

Invocation

Gracious Goddess of the night, woman of the Moon, and Mother of all that may be, I ask for your assistance and presence for my rite. 

Gracious God of the day, man of the Sun, and Father of all that may be, I ask for your assistance and presence for my rite.

Name the Working

To empower stones to be talismans for safe travel. 

The stones will be cleansed and emptied by the energy we raise. Once cleansed they will be ready to absorb any negativity that we may come into contact with. In this way they will protect us from harm. As we breath in we are going to bring in energy from the Mother as we breath out we will expel that energy into the sphere of our Circle, filling it with the power for our purpose. The power to cleanse these stones and prepare them for the task we have described.

Raising Energy

breathing - Listen to the sound of the breath of your circle mates. Become synchronized together, become one together . Breath in as one, breath out as one. 

Cakes & Ale

Thanking the Divine

Gracious Goddess of the night, woman of the Moon, and Mother of all that may

be, thank you for your assistance and presence during our rite. Stay if you will, go 

if you must, Hail and Farewell.

Gracious God of the day, man of the Sun, and Father of all that may be, thank you

for your assistance and presence during out rite. Stay if you will, go if you must, 

Hail and Farewell.

Release the Circle 

Four winds formed our Circle at our behest, North, South, East, West. You lent your energy above and below, To keep us safe and free from woe. Your presence assured within and without, Safe travel we’ll have, there is no doubt. Stay if you will, go if you must, Hail and Farewell.

This Circle is Open, but Unbroken, Merry Meet, Merry Part, until we Merry meet again.

Welcome to the CircleOfOne Archives

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Go Mbeannaigh    (Gaelic, Ireland - Blessed Be)

Beannaichte Be    (Gaelic, Scotland - Blessed Be)

Sonqongi Apukuna Wak'aychasunkiku

   (Quechua, Peru - May the Heart of the Mountain bless you)

Xut Kala Xetl     (Tlingit, Alaska - Blessed Be)

Seja Abençoado     (Portuguese, Portugal - Blessed Be)

Aurora Borealis 2024 Co1

 
Aurora Borealis or The Northern Lights

New Hampshire, 8:pm, 10/10/24

 

That's Gaia's life form defense shield working. Since the planet spins it creates a magnetic field that diverts the solar wind and keeps it from killing off the life forms on the planet surface. When there's a large CME coming straight at us it (the shield) starts glowing. Looks pretty, and if it wasn't there, we'd all be dead now. As it is a lot of electronics do struggle with what does get through the shield.

 

Because the planet has a molten iron core and spins; life can exist in proximity to an enormous un-shielded Fusion Reactor (the Sun). The reason it has an iron core? It's made out of stardust from a previous stellar explosion. 

 

Welcome to the CircleOfOne Archives

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Go Mbeannaigh    (Gaelic, Ireland - Blessed Be)

Beannaichte Be    (Gaelic, Scotland - Blessed Be)

 

Sonqongi Apukuna Wak'aychasunkiku

   (Quechua, Peru - May the Heart of the Mountain bless you)

 

Xut Kala Xetl     (Tlingit, Alaska - Blessed Be)

Seja Abençoado     (Portuguese, Portugal - Blessed Be)

Mabon Sabbat 1997 CO1

Mabon Sabbat, Tampa CUUPS, 9/20/97

Entering the Circle

(Drumming while folks are entering the circle)

Purify

(As people enter, smudge with cauldron)

Welcome and Bright Blessings.

Anointing

Challenge: How do you enter this circle?
Response: In Perfect Love and Perfect Trust

If no response ask: You enter this circle with Perfect Love and Perfect Trust, do you do so willingly?
Response: Yes

Statement of Intent

HPS:     Welcome to the CUUPS Fall Equinox, or Mabon Ritual.  Once more the wheel has turned.  The thread of life has been measured and is now ready to be cut.  Those dreams only just realized at Spring Equinox are now coming into fruition.  We gather here tonight in this Sacred Space, in a place that is not a place, in a time that has no time, between the Worlds, to give thanks for the simple things that give life pleasure.  Tonight is also a time of gathering in, a time for looking inward.  Now is a time for remembering the experiences of the past, of savoring those memories once more before storing them away in preparation for life’s winter.

Grounding Tree

HP:    Now we'd like everyone to get comfortable, both feet on the ground, eyes closed. We're going to begin with a deep breath, in through the nose, and out though the mouth. And relax. Breath slowly, comfortably, and relax. Each time you inhale take in the positive energy that surrounds you. As you exhale release the stress and worries of the day. As you breathe, imagine a strong, beautiful, steady tree. Imagine yourself stepping into this tree, where your arms become the branches reaching up into the sky, your body is the trunk of the tree strong and healthy, and your legs and feet become the roots buried deep in the earth. Picture yourself in this tree and feel the strength and support of the trunk and roots. Shift your attention to your breath. Breathing in strength from the sky and universe through the branches. Breathing out and releasing distress through your roots to the earth and the ground under your feet. Continue to breathe, feeling your body, be steady, and at ease. Picture yourself stepping out of the tree, feeling calm, connected, and grounded. Take a moment and when you're ready open your eyes and rejoin our Circle.

Casting the Circle

HPS:    Always has life fulfilled its cycle and led again to life in the eternal wheel of the living. In honor of the Old Ones, we mark the fullness of our lives and the harvest of this year's lessons.  Everyone may now concentrate on the richness of life, this moment of balance between light and dark, and the harvest of our life's lessons, while we honor the changing of the season by casting this circle.

Maiden:    To the good seasons that have gone and the good ones yet to come. The circle is cast once, in Balance and Alignment.  So Mote it be. 

(Walk 1 time clockwise, begin in the East, sprinkle the water on the altar)

Maiden:    To the Earth! May she bring peace, bounty, and fulfillment to all her children. This circle is cast Twice, in Compassion and Generosity. So mote it be. 

(Walk 1 time clockwise, begin in the East, sprinkle the salt on the altar)

Maiden:    To the Sky! May he empower us, protect us, and bring prosperity and joy. This circle is cast Thrice, in Strength and Unity. So Mote it be.

(Walk 1 time clockwise, begin in the East, point the Athame down & out)

HP:    Here is the boundary of the circle. Naught but love shall enter in, Naught but love shall emerge from within. Charge this by Your powers, Old Ones.

Quarters

(Begin in the East, invite everyone to stand and face East)

East:     Guardians of the Watchtower of the East.  We do call You to protect us in our rite.  Come to us  now on the cool breath of Autumn's sigh which heralds the advent of Winter and the close of harvest time.  Breathe into us the spirit of the pure joy of life.  So Mote it be!

South:     Guardians of the Watchtower of the South. We do call You to protect us in our rite  Come forth from the cook fires and smokehouses where food is being made ready for the coming cold months.  Kindle within us the flame of spiritual awakening.  So mote it be!

West: Guardians of the Watchtower of the West. We do call You to protect us in our rite.  Come to us now from the rainbow hued morning dew that covers the fields, and is soon to be frost.  Water our deepest roots that we may find peace of mind.  So mote it be!

North: Guardians of the Watchtower of the North. We do call You to protect us in our rite  Come forth from the fertile bosom of our Blessed Mother Earth, and nourish us so that our hopes may grow to fruition.  So mote it be! 

Invoking the Goddess & God 

HP:    I call upon the blessed Lady, Queen of the harvest, giver of life and plenty since before time began.  I ask that you bestow upon us your joy and beauty, power and prosperity.  Join your energies with us tonight!

HPS: I call upon the Lord of the Harvest, sacred King, giver of riches and protection since before time began. I ask that you bestow upon us your strength and laughter, power and prosperity. Join your energies with us tonight!

Rise Power, Chanting x3

We all come from the Goddess, 

And to Her we shall return.   

Like a drop of rain,   

Flowing to the Ocean   

Isis, Astarte, Diana, Hecate, Demeter, Kali, Innana

We all come from the Sun God,

And to Him we shall return.

Like a spark of flame,

Rising to the Summerland’s

Pan, Poseidon, Dionysus, Cernunnos, Mithras, Loki, Apollo

Workings

(In the middle of the circle - In the middle a basket with multi-colored Spirit bags. The Wheel decorated with fall leaves, flowers. Around the Wheel colored candles and baskets)

East - yellow candle with basket full of multi-colored feathers.

South - red candle with basket full of multi-colored birthday candles.

West - Blue candle with basket full of multi-colored seashells.

North - green candle with basket full of small multi-colored stones.

HPS: What do you wish to harvest from your experiences this summer?  What lessons have you learned? Soon we will go to the wheel and harvest what we need for the long winter ahead.  Whenever you are low in energy...take your bag and think of your harvest.  But before we can reap...we must dance, sing and celebrate what we have earned.  All join hands and move closer to the center.  Those that would like to drum can stay where they are. Everyone facing in and moving to their right, clockwise.  The energy that is raised tonight will be directed into the center of our circle to empower the objects of our harvest.

Chanting

(Pass out baskets of cloth and ribbon)

HPS: As these baskets are passed around pick out a colored Spirit bag for your harvest.  Now, when you are ready pick what you will need for the winter.

Quarters: Each take the basket for their quarter, starting in that quarter, begin passing out the feathers, candles, shells, and stones.

HPS: May you understand the harvest better this day and take with you the memories of the past harvests.

Blessings

HP: Gracious Goddess of Abundance,

Bless this wine and infuse it with Your love.

In Your names, Mother Goddess and Father God,

May we never thirst

HPS: Powerful God of the Harvest,

Bless these cakes and infuse them with Your love.

In Your names, Father God and Mother Goddess,

May we never hunger

Releasing the Quarters

(Begin in the North, invite everyone to stand and face North)

North: Guardians of the Watchtowers of the North, return now to the Earth where worms burrow deeper and seeds nestle awaiting the long sleep of Winter.  Take with you our blessings and thanks.  Hail and farewell!

West: Guardians of the Watchtower of the West, return now to the Autumn rains which cool the Earth's fevered brow baked in the heat of  Summer afternoons.  Take with you our blessings and thanks.   Hail and farewell!

                 

South: Guardians of the Watchtower of the South, return now to the dying fires of Autumn's heat soon to give way to Winter's chill.  Take with you our blessings and thanks.  Hail and farewell!

East:  Guardians of the Watchtower of the East, return now to the  brisk Autumn breezes which are brimming with the excitement of the year's climax.  Take with you our blessings and thanks.  Hail and farewell!

Opening the Circle

HPS: Equal night and equal day, Soon the light will fade away.

                Equal day and equal night, This circle fades as does the light.

Thus the Magick we invoke, Fades away like wisps of smoke. 

Until we next decide to play.                                 

Everyone:    So Mote it Be! 

Open Circle

In honor of the Old Ones, we mark the fullness of our lives and the harvest of this year's lessons  May those who guide us with their light, protect us in the dark and walk beside us on the roads traveled, this Circle is open but unbroken, merry meet, merry part and merry meet again.

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