Waning Moon, 6/8/2002
Altar Devotions
(Light the candles on the Altar)
We serve the Silver Lady, and give reverence to Her Golden Lord. We are Pagan’s - stones in the ancient circle. Standing firmly balanced on the Earth, yet open to the winds of change and enduring through time. May the Ancient Ones witness our words. Blessed Be.
Purify the Area
(Walk widdershins -counter clockwise- around Circle)
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 tonight. I clear the way for that which is only for our own greater good. We gather tonight to experience the positive aspects of 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 the God and Goddess so desire it, then let it be done!
Salute
(Light the incense on the Altar)
Dragons of the North, South, East and West - you who guard this home and it’s surrounding land. We honor you tonight, we welcome your presence and invite you to join us if you will. May the Blessings of the our Lord and Lady be with you. So Mote It Be!
Cast Circle
(Walk deosil - clockwise - around the Circle)
Three times I seal the Circle that exists permanently around this home.
The first is a Circle of Protection - as we ask our Golden Lord 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 Silver Lady shines the light of Her love upon all who gather here beneath this roof.
Three times round this Circle’s bound. North, South, East and West from edge to edge this Circle is cast. As above, so it is below, as without, so it is within. In a place that is no place, in a time that has no time, we are now between the worlds - this Circle is sealed. So Mote It Be!
Call Quarters
(Light the quarter candles on the Altar)
Earth, Fire, Water and Air - hear these words that I declare. Lend your energies, witness our rite. We ask you be with us on this night. Four points of the Circle, weave your spell. Great ones, spirits from the past, we invite you to bring with you the secrets to be learned. Ancient Ones, teach us from the old mysteries and add your positive energies to our Workings tonight.
Anoint
Unite energies
Invocation
Golden Lord, stalwart one, lend us your strength for our workings this night. We ask that you be with us and witness these rites.
(Light the God candle on the Altar)
Silver Lady, bright one, lend us your gentle touch for our workings this night. We ask that you be with us and witness these rites.
(Light the Goddess candle on the Altar)
Join us, walk beside us, guide our hearts and minds - Blessed Be.
Name the Working
Perform the Work
Raise Power
Great Rite
HP: Let it be known that nothing masculine is greater than the feminine
HPS: And that nothing feminine is greater than the masculine
BOTH: Each is part of the other and only the balance of the two can lead to enlightenment.
HP: As the Athame represents the masculine
HPS: And the Chalice represents the feminine
BOTH: 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
(Draw a pentagram over the bread and wine)
The bond that links a true family is seldom one of blood, but of respect and joy in each other’s life. Rarely do members of one family grow up under the same roof. Tonight we share this bread and wine with members of our family, our friends, and we ask our Lord and Lady 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 Golden Lord and His Silver Lady. May we never hunger - May we never thirst. So Mote It Be!
Release Quarters
(Put out the quarter candles on the Altar)
Water, Air, Earth and Fire, - return you now and never tire. As it began, so now it is done, we thank you for joining in our night of fun. Four points of the Circle, bind our spell. Great ones, spirits from the past, Ancient Ones, we honor you and release you with the blessings of our Lord and Lady. Hail and Farewell!!
Release
(Put out the God/Goddess candles on the Altar)
Golden Lord, Silver Lady, tonight we thank you for sharing this time with our family, our friends, and we welcome your presence in every aspect of our lives. So Mote It Be!
Open Circle
(Walk widdershins - counter clockwise - around the Circle)
The Triple Circle around this home stands, strengthened by our Ritual here tonight. An open Circle, never broken. A welcoming haven to all who visit. A place of peace and rest for the Dragons who reside on the surrounding lands. We invite you all to stay if you will, leave if you must, but know that you are always welcome here in this home. Blessed Be!
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