Altar Devotions
By the power of the Ancient Ones, in the names
of those who have gone before. I cast
out all that would be harmful to those who gather here. I clear the way for that which is only for
our own greater good. We gather to experience the positive aspects of Healing
and Learning and to share with each other the positive energies that will
enable us to grow both emotionally and spiritually. With malice towards no-one,
and harm to none - if Spirit so desires it, then let it be done!
May the light of Spirit shine though you
Statement
May 28th, 2023, Moon, Waxing Gibbous phase. This
is the First Quarter, an 8 days young Moon currently in Virgo. Feelings of safety right now are related to
order and clarity, even in emotions. There's the need to organize everything
chaotic and disorganized. But try being more tolerant and accept the
imperfections of life. It's better to trust life and let it run its course, not
everything has to be according to our expectations.
EAST: We remember fondly the Springtime of our youngest years; a brief moment of new beginnings and constantly unfolding mysteries. As each new day begins, so we will continue a new journey each morning as we awake. Tonight we honor and thank the Spirits of the East for their presence in our lives. Blessed Be.
SOUTH: The Summer of our lives flies past us all too quickly; the years of growth and prosperity. In the intense brightness of that Noon Hour, it was certainly our time to dance, to celebrate and love. Those precious years teach us to enjoy the full value of life. Tonight we honor and thank the Spirits of the South for their presence in our lives. Blessed Be.
WEST: For many of us our lives linger a while in Autumn, the years of harvest and family. These are the twilight days of our lives, sometimes bittersweet. We spend our days surrounded by family and friends. Tonight we honor and thank the Spirits of the West for their presence in our lives. Blessed Be.
NORTH: All too soon, we look towards the Winter season of our lives; it’s a time to rest and reflect, to gather strength knowing the sun will always rise again. In the darkness of the Midnight Hour, it will not be a time to be afraid. So we each will choose to walk forward into our lives without fear. Tonight we honor and thank the Spirits of the North for their presence in our lives. Blessed Be.
Unite Energies
Visualize a stream of vibrant, white light flowing down from the Universe above and in through the top of your head. Feel the light wash over you as a purifying waterfall, cleaning all past worries, fears, and anxieties. The light flows through you as you experience unconditional love, joy, well-being, and vitality all in the name of Spirit.
The white light shines vibrantly, as vibrant as all the jewels and gems in this world, and reflects all the colors of the rainbow throughout your being. Feel each color strike each individual cell of your body with radiating love and nourishment. You are healing.
Use your breath to breathe the stream of light in through your head. It flows through your body enriching and enlivening you. Breathe this light deep through your body and down through your feet through the soles and into the Earth.
You are creating an immeasurable corridor of light from the Source of Creation through your entire being and deep into the core of Mother Earth. You are becoming the vibrations and the frequencies of the healing white light. When you breathe out the white light, send it´s healing energy out to all of humanity.
Now take a bit of that beautiful light and send
it out behind you where it will connect with the light of others in this room.
We’ll use that combined light to create our Sacred Space today. So Mote it Be.
Cast Circle
Three times round this Circle’s bound. From the North and the East to the South and the West then back to the North again.
The first is a Circle of Protection - as we ask
our Gods to cast a protective eye upon all who dwell within these walls.
The second is a Circle of Hope - as we
understand that all who pass through these doors will find hope in themselves
and in their futures.
The third is a Circle of Love - as we know that our Goddess shines the light of Her love upon all who gather here beneath this roof.
Three times round this Circle’s bound. North, East, South, and West from edge to edge this Circle is cast. So Mote It Be.
Invocation
With the utmost respect I request the assistance of the Chivani of the Roma. Sara Kali; Mother, woman, sister, queen, the source of all Romany blood; this altar is dedicated to you. Sara Kali, you have stood beside me since I was a child and each day I’ve treasured your presence in my life. Tonight I request your help – please watch over my Kumpania, protect my familia from any who would do them harm. Assist us with your incredible healing energies. Let the things that happen tonight be only for the greater good of all. So Mote it Be.
Community Workings
Buttons are such amazing little things. They help to keep things neat and tidy, everything in its place. But there are times when trying to keep everything in control can be very stressful; moments that silently steal our time and energy, robbing us of the ability to focus on those times that truly need our attention. We always called it 'choosing our battles' because not every battle needs to be won. There are times when we need to trust that everything will happen as it should. Sometimes it's best to simply take a deep breath, and let it go. Turn the moment over to the Universe to deal with. Tonight these buttons are going to become our reminders, and encouragements, of when we should learn to let it go.
Raise Power
Tonight we're going to make some noise, a cacophony of sound if you will. Doesn't matter what you do...snap your fingers, clap your hands, stamp your feet, hum a tune. We'll begin softly, a harsh discordant mixture of sounds. Then perhaps build a bit before finishing. And we'll turn that energy over to the Universe to play with.
Now we’re going to choose our button from the Altar. Think about those wasted battles when it would have been easier to simply let them go, to let the Universe handle it. If it’s something you’d like to say out loud, we’re here to listen. When you go home, simply place your button where you can see it occasionally to remind you that it’s okay to let it go.
Sacred Space/Wish Box
Cakes and Ale
The bond that links a true family is seldom one of blood, but of respect and joy in each other’s lives. Rarely do members of one family grow up under the same roof. Tonight we share this food and drink with members of our Community, our friends, and we ask Spirit to bless each of us, to continue to walk beside us as we move throughout our daily lives. All that we do is in service and in honor to our Lord and Lady. May we never hunger - May we never thirst. So Mote It Be!
Thank Spirit
With malice towards no-one, and harm to none. If the Goddess so desires it let our Magick be done. As always, I thank you Sara Kali, I am honored by your presence in my life. I know that you walk beside me each day, continue to guide my heart, my tongue, my spirit. In your honor, So Mote it Be
Release Quarters
NORTH: Tonight we respect and bless the energies of the North. We thank you for your presence in our lives; reminding us to take a moment to find the inner sanctuary where the seeds of life and inspiration still await us. We bid you well as you depart, hail and farewell.
WEST: Tonight we honor and bless the energies of the West. We thank you for your presence in our lives, reminding us of family and friends. We shall continue to bask in their love and companionship throughout our lives. We bid you well as you depart, hail and farewell.
SOUTH: Tonight we revere and bless the energies of the South. We thank you for your presence in our lives, reminding us of the prosperity within our friends, family and foes. We bid you well as you depart, hail and farewell.
EAST: Tonight we admire and bless the energies of the East. We thank you for your presence in our lives; reminding us that everyday provides a new thought or idea with our lives. We bid you well as you depart, hail and farewell.
Open Circle
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
