Ancestor Esbat 2017 CO1

 October 28, 2023 (Hunter’s Moon)

October Esbat 2017

Merry Meet and Blessed Be.  Tonight, we will be enlisting the help of the Ancient Ones from some of our own faiths to come together working in harmony.  October is known to be one time of the year when the veil between the worlds is thinnest.  It’s a time when messages are often sent to departed loved ones, but it can also be a time when messages are received.  Tonight we’ll be working on our own psychic connections and receiving messages from beyond.

Smudge & Anoint

Altar Devotion

Sara Kali, Mother, woman, sister, queen, this altar is dedicated to you.  I am honored by your presence each day of my life.  Tonight I request your help – please watch over my Kumpania, protect my familia from any who would do them harm.  By the powers of the Ancient ones, in the names of those who have gone before, we honor you, we remember you.  So mote it be.

Circle Cast

Three times round, this Circle’s bound, cast of love and protection to keep all inside safe from harm and free of all negativity.  Make this a place of safety so that the power of the Moon in all Her beauty and glory can be here to lend Her Magick.  This Circle is drawn from the elemental energies to surround this sacred space.  From earth the things that manifest.  From air, the things imagined.  From fire the things that motivate.  From water the things empowered.  In a space that has no place, in a moment that has no time.  Welcome Ancient Ones and see this place as sealed - So mote it be.

Call Quarters

EAST    Guardians of the East, Powers of Air; you who are thought and the wind upon my face - Winged eagle of the skies who is the morning breeze and the wrath of storms; we invite your presence this night.  Enter our Circle, Blessed be. 

  

SOUTH    Guardians of the South, Powers of Fire, you who are passion and the hearth - Great Snake who lives within the coals of the home fires as well as wild fires, we invite your presence this night.  Enter our Circle, Blessed be.   

WEST    Guardians of the West, Powers of Water, you who are emotions and pure love - Gentle Dolphin of the waves who is the morning dew, and the torrential rains, we invite your presence this night.  Enter our Circle, Blessed be.

NORTH    Guardians of the North, Powers of Earth, you who are the stabilizer and nurturer - Powerful Buffalo who paws the ground and stands solid as the mountains, we invite your presence this night.  Enter our Circle, Blessed be.

Unite energies - Charge of Goddess

In the mists of time I was called Aset, Urd, Verdandi, Skuld, Urania, White Buffalo Woman, Sara Kali, 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.  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.  

 

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.  

 

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.  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.

Invocation

With the utmost respect I request the assistance of the Chivani of the Roma.  Sara Kali, the Mother, woman, sister, queen, the Phuri Dae, the source of all Romany blood. You are a Seeress of incredible talent, protector and prophet of your Familia.  Let the things I say tonight be only for the greater good of all. Blessed Be

Name the Working

Perform the Work

With malice towards no-one, and harm to none.  If the Goddess so desires it let our Magick be done. So Mote it Be.

Raise Power

Wish Box

Sacred Space

Cakes and Ale

By the grace and power of all divinity, we bless these cakes. May all who eat them never feel the emptiness of hunger. We also bless this juice. May all who drink it never feel the coarseness of thirst. So mote it be.

 

Thank Spirit

Sara Kali, mother, sister, and queen - When I humbly called, you responded, honoring us with your presence and wisdom.  As you now depart, please accept our highest gratitude for your aid in this Magickal rite. I now bid you farewell, but knowing You will always be near I will never say goodbye. Thank you for the secrets shared this night.  I now wish you good journey - Latcho Drom, Safe Journey.

Release Quarters

NORTH    Beneath our feet is the Earth, soil dark and fertile; the womb in which life begins and will later die, then return anew. We thank you, earthly guardians for your presence here tonight.  We bid you well as you depart, may there be peace between us. Hail and farewell.

WEST    From the west, the mist rolls in bringing rain and fog; the life-giving water without which we would cease to be. We thank you, earthly guardians for your presence here tonight.  We bid you well as you depart, may there be peace between us. Hail and farewell.

SOUTH    From the South the sun rises high in the summer sky, and lights our way even into the night. Today the sun casts three rays, the light of fire upon the land, the sea, and the heavens. We thank you, earthly guardians for your presence here tonight.  We bid you well as you depart, may there be peace between us. Hail and farewell.

EAST    From the east comes the wind, cool and clear.  It brings new seeds to the garden, bees to the pollen, and birds to the trees. We thank you, earthly guardians for your presence here tonight. We bid you well as you depart, may there be peace between us. Hail and farewell.

Open Circle

 

As I open this circle, I give thanks to the Ancient Ones for being here with us on this night. I am most gracious for all of your help and guidance. As you leave us now, I ask that you continue to watch over us in our everyday lives. As the energy of this circle has served us well, I now return it to the elements from whence it came. 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!

Go Mbeannaigh

          (Gaelic, Ireland - Blessed Be)

Sonqongi Apukuna Wak'aychasunkiku

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

Xut Kala Xetl

          (Tlingit, Alaska - Blessed Be)

Healing Esbat 2018 CO1

September 29, 2023 (Harvest Moon)

Esbat 2018

By the power of the Ancient Ones, in the names of those who have gone before. We remember you, we honor you.  So Mote it be.

SMUDGING AND ANOINTING

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 Father Sun 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 Mother Moon 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.  So Mote It Be.  Within this Circle we stand between space and time.  We are protected and in the perfect place for new growth and perception.

CALL QUARTERS

 

NORTH:  Energies of the North, we ask for your strength, and nurturing abundance in our spiritual quest. We call upon the forces of the earth to sharpen our minds for the work ahead and to breathe protection, grounding and sense into our hearts.  Be with us here forces of the earth.  Enter and be blessed!

 

EAST:  Energies of the East, where ideas are born and new days begin. We call upon the forces of the air to lift our spirits and breathe life into our dreams, grant us knowledge and vitality, and gift us with clarity, vision and swift thought.  Be with us here forces of air.  Enter and be blessed!

 

SOUTH:  Energies of the South, where passion and truth are found, and fulfillments are ours.  We call upon the forces of fire to energize our dreams and breathe passion and inspiration into our lives.  Give us strength, energy and love.  Be with us here forces of flame.  Enter and be blessed!

 

WEST:  Energies of the West, where daylight ends and our fears are healed.  We call upon the forces of water to grant us intuition and wisdom, and breathe purity and empathy into our studies.  Be with us here forces of water.  Enter and be blessed!

 

UNITE ENERGIES

(Visualize the energy whirling around the circle - Visualize whirled peas - and going down into a cone into the earth for grounding.)

 

INVOCATION

 

Mother Moon, Goddess of movement and creativity we invite you into our circle tonight as we celebrate our spirituality. We ask for your inspiration as we each follow our spiritual path and your passionate fire to move us forward in that creation with light and love. Guide our hearts and open our minds. Blessed be. 

 

Father Sun, God of lessons learned we invite you into our circle tonight as we celebrate our spirituality.  We ask for your wisdom as we each follow our spiritual path and your guidance to move us forward in that creation with love and light.  Help us choose the lessons for our highest good.  Blessed be. 

NAME THE WORKING

TAPPING

Thought Field Therapy began in 1980, with a psychologist by the name of Roger Callahan, and an accidental discovery while working with one of his patients. His colleague Gary Craig began to observe some problems with TFT, aspects that he saw were unnecessary complications. So in the 1990’s Craig developed Emotional Field Technique or EFT as a simplified, improved version of the concepts behind Callahan’s TFT.  EFT soon became known as Tapping and now has one basic, simple sequence of points to tap, no matter what the situation.

Identify the problem you want to focus on and compose your set up statement.

“Even though I have this _____, I deeply and completely accept myself.”

Gently tap with your fingertips, not your fingernails. Use whichever hand is most comfortable, left or right, or alternate. The tapping order begins with the hands and moves to the top and works down. Relax, sit comfortably, take a slow relaxing breath and begin. Tap 3-6 times each on all points from the top down.

PERFORM THE WORK

 

Hand  Begin by tapping the side of either hand with four fingers while stating

“Even though I have this _____, I deeply and completely accept myself.”

Head  The crown or top of the head - Tap with four fingers 

Repeat a simple reminder phrase, "I deeply and completely accept myself.”

Eyebrow  Between the eyebrows, closest the nose – Tap with two fingers

Repeat a simple reminder phrase, "I deeply and completely accept myself.”

Temple  The area between the eye and the temple – Tap with two fingers

Repeat a simple reminder phrase, "I deeply and completely accept myself.”

Cheek  The bone under the eye, beneath the pupil – Tap with two fingers

Repeat a simple reminder phrase, "I deeply and completely accept myself.”

Nose  The point beneath the nose and above the lip – Tap with two fingers

Repeat a simple reminder phrase, "I deeply and completely accept myself.”

Chin  The point between the lower lip and the chin – Tap with two fingers

Repeat a simple reminder phrase, "I deeply and completely accept myself.”

Collarbone  The point below and between the collarbones - Tap with four fingers

Repeat a simple reminder phrase, "I deeply and completely accept myself.”

Underarm  Each side, about just beneath the armpit - Tap with four fingers

“Even though I have this _____, I deeply and completely accept myself.”

“I am a good person and I invite good things into my life.”

RAISE ENERGY

 

CAKES AND ALE

From the Golden rays of the Sun, to the fertile Earth, to the healthy grains, to bread - May you never hunger.

From the Silver beams of the Moon, to the quiet Earth, to the fruits, to wine - May you never thirst.

All that we do is in service and in honor to the God and Goddess.  So Mote It Be!

RELEASE GOD AND GODDESS

 

With malice towards no-one, and harm to none.  If Spirit so desires it let our Magick be done.  Mother Moon and Father Sun, we thank You for coming into our Circle tonight.  Shade and Shadow, Dark and Light, you are two halves of a perfect whole.  We know that you walk beside us each day, guide our hearts, our tongues, our spirit.  In your honor, So Mote it Be.    

RELEASE THE QUARTERS

 

WEST:  We thank the energies of the West for attending our circle. As we flow through life we will remember that every twist and turn may hold new and exciting adventures for each of us. Stay if you will go if you must. Hail and Farewell.

 

SOUTH:  We thank the energies of the South for attending our circle. The fires of passion will light our way and shine upon the truth of what we need to know for our greatest good. Stay if you will, go if you must. Hail and Farewell.

 

EAST:  We thank the energies of the East, for attending our circle. Your mighty winds have cleared our paths to spirit. Stay if you will, go if you must. Hail and Farewell. 

 

NORTH:  We thank the energies of the North, for attending our circle. May Mother Earth continue to sustain us on our journey. Stay if you will, go if you must. 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!

Go Mbeannaigh

          (Gaelic, Ireland - Blessed Be)

Sonqongi Apukuna Wak'aychasunkiku

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

Xut Kala Xetl

          (Tlingit, Alaska - Blessed Be)

Dragon Esbat 2018 CO1

 August 30, 2023 (Blue Moon)

Blue Moon, Dragon Circle 2018

Tonight we’ll be doing a Dragon Circle.  Dragons, and the easily visible Dragon Flies, have always been my Energy Spirits.  So tonight I’ve brought some of my buddies with me, and others from the surrounding area will probably join us. They come in all sizes, some no bigger than a Dragon Fly, others the size of a house.  If the big guy from the North shows up, don’t worry about him…he’s truly bigger than he seems and just a nice grounding teddy bear.  So don’t be surprised if you feel a slight breeze, or a warm touch.  Just say hello and let us know.

Dragons of the North, South, East & West – hear my call, attend to me!  Those who live on this property and dwell in this space – gather round, we have work to do.  Tomorrow will be time to play.  Set the wards, awaken the guards – I charge you with the protection of those who fill this room.  Let no harm come to them. 

Circle round; reflect back without malice anything that comes will ill intent.  Allow entry only to those who come for our own greater good.  Allow only those energies that arrive in peace and good will. So Mote it Be.

Altar Devotions

By the power of the Ancient Ones, in the names of those who have gone before. We remember you, we honor you.  So Mote it be.

Anoint

It's the blood of the Ancients that runs through our veins. As these forms pass, the circle of life remains.

Unite energies

(Pause briefly between sentences)

Close your eyes.  Breathe deeply three times, in through the nose, out through the mouth.  

Visualize the Tree of Life, branches reaching far up into the heavens and roots extending to the core of the Earth. 

Sit down beneath the tree with your back against it.  Feel its strength. Connect with its life force.  

Relax in this setting, letting all your tensions and worries pour into the tree, down through its roots and into the soil.  

You feel renewed and completely alive. When you’re ready, open your eyes and rejoin our circle.

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. 

 

We call upon the Dragons of Spirit - Rulers of the center of the circle. 

Dragons of Power, Dragons of Light, Dragons of Wisdom, Dragons of Might

Lend us your magic; lend us your aid, lend us your guidance as the spell is made. We summon you to this circle.  Power, peace and protection will come in and bind us together with the Divine through Earth, Air, Fire, and Water.  

On the mists, East, South, West, and North, come the Dragons, we call you forth. At our bidding, Magick bring, stay with us in our Sacred Ring.  Three times round, this Circle is bound.  As above, so it is below.  As without, so it is within, this circle is sealed. So Mote it Be.

Call Quarters

Dragons of the North; You who manage the land, the mountains and gemstones.  We receive and ask for your positive features of stability, decision, and grounding even as we recognize your negative attributes of stubbornness and indecision.  Enter our circle and be welcome. Blessed Be.

Dragons of the East; You who command the winds and breezes.  We appreciate and request your positive attributes of intelligence, renewal, and teaching while acknowledging your negative traits of gossiping, bragging, and confusion.  Enter our circle and be welcome. Blessed Be.

Dragons of the South; You who control the sunbeams and fire. We welcome and ask for your positive aspects of change, action and transformation even as we accept your negative attributes of fear, jealousy, and conflict.  Enter our circle and be welcome. Blessed Be.

Dragons of the West; You who direct the seas, the springs and lakes.  We understand and request your positive elements of emotion, intuition and healing while we recognize your negative attributes of instability, anger, and hatred.  Enter our circle and be welcome. Blessed 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, tonight I request your help – please watch over my Kumpania, protect my familia from any who would do them harm.  Let the things that happen tonight be only for the greater good of all.  

CircleOfOne, in this evening hour, place all Nature within our power.  The sun with its brightness, the moon with its whiteness, the winds with their swiftness, the sea with its deepness, the rocks with their steepness, the earth with its starkness; all things in place with Divine’s help and grace.  So Mote it be.

Working

Impossible Dreams

Cakes and Ale

Earth Mother, Father Nature - Bless what we eat, bless what we drink, bless what we harrow, and bless what we sow.

Earth Mother, Father Nature - With all these things, let us rejoice, You give to us, and we give to you.

All that we do is in service and in honor to the Devine Spirit.  So Mote It Be!

 

Wish Box

Sacred Space

Thank Spirit

With malice towards no-one, and harm to none.  If the Goddess so desires it let our Magick be done.  Thank you Sara Kali, I am honored by your presence in my life.  I know that you walk beside me each day, guide my heart, my tongue, my spirit.  In your honor, So Mote it Be.

 

Release Quarters

Dragons of the North, South, East and West please accept our thanks that you are here tonight.  Four points of the circle that joined us here, we thrill in the knowledge that you were near.  Back to the homes from whence you came, until the next time when we call you by name.  We bid you well as you depart, may there be peace between us. Hail & Farewell

Open Circle

Open now this sacred space; send all dragons back to place.  Fare thee well and safe return.  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

Go Mbeannaigh

          (Gaelic, Ireland - Blessed Be)

Sonqongi Apukuna Wak'aychasunkiku

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

Xut Kala Xetl

          (Tlingit, Alaska - Blessed Be)

Blue Moon 2018 CO1

Blue Moon 2018

The Blue Moon, the second of two full moons in one calendar month, is an especially Magickal time, think of it as a lunar bonus round, a chance to ask for special “once in a blue moon” favors, or to work with “once in a lifetime” spells.

A square of blue cloth or sturdy blue Christmas wrapping paper. Ideally, the cloth or paper will have moons and stars printed on it, alternatively you can decorate it yourself with glitter glue, stickers, etc.

13 safety pins.

Paper and a pen.

Length of gold cord or ribbon.

Bottle of Champagne, a glass, and a corkscrew

Get centered, and sit down with your pen and paper and make a list of all the things you would want but which seem impossible. This includes anything that you find yourself repeatedly asking for. Think of “once in a lifetime,” or “once in a blue moon,” or “that couldn’t possibly happen to me,” things. The longer the list is, the better.

Now, look at each thing on your list and really think about it. Is this something you really want? If it showed up at your front door tomorrow morning would you really accept it? Are you sure this is for you? Cross off any items that you can’t say YES to with enthusiasm.

Pick your top thirteen “geez I wish I could have that” items from your list. Cut your paper into thirteen moon shapes and write one wish on each one. Write it in a positive, affirmative way, such as: “I win millions of dollars in the lottery.” or “I get an all expenses paid month long vacation in Fiji with the person I love.”

Open up the square of cloth or paper, and pin the 13 wishes to it with safety pins. (The safety pins insure safety and security for you as your wishes unfold.). Now fold the cloth into a neat little bundle and tie it with the gold ribbon or cord.

Take the champagne, the glass, corkscrew, and your bundle outside under the full moon. Hold the bundle up and say the following:  Please grant me these wishes, with harm to none, and bring me a life filled with love and with fun.  I give you permission on this special night to unbind whatever I may have closed tight; to slip past the blocks, to move through whatever might, stop you from granting these wishes tonight.

With malice towards no-one, and harm to none. By the grace of the Goddess, by the grace of the God, as I will it, so it shall be done.  So mote it be.

Now, uncork the champagne, and pour it into the glass. Hold up the glass of champagne and make a toast (say a heartfelt blessing) to the moon, and pour a small amount on the ground. Then make a toast to the Goddess and the God (a blessing and a thank-you), and pour a small amount on the ground. Then toast to yourself (something loving and kind), and drink the rest of the champagne in the glass.

Put the bundle in a place where things get worked on regularly, such as desk drawer, office cabinet, or tool box. On New Year’s Eve of the following year, make a list of all the wonderful and amazing things that happened since this spell, then toss the bundle (unopened) into a fire with thanks and gratitude.

August Esbat 2011 CO1

August Esbat, 2011

The sun rises high in the summer sky, And lights our way even into the night. Today the sun casts three rays, The light of fire upon the land, the sea, and the heavens. From the west, the mist rolls in bringing rain and fog; the life-giving water without which we would cease to be. Beneath my feet is the Earth, soil dark and fertile; the womb in which life begins and will later die, then return anew.

 

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, tonight I request your help – please watch over my Kumpania, protect my familia from any who would do them harm.  Let the things that happen tonight be only for the greater good of all.  So Mote it be.

Name the Working

(Green ribbons & dirt)

Raise Power

We are here tonight, United as one light, one voice, and one love

Regardless of what or who we call as Divine Spirit, 

We call on you now, as one voice. One Light, One Voice, One Love.

We ask that you bring to Earth all the Light that is, 

We ask that you be present to help us heal this world.

One Light, One Voice, One Love. We need your light to show us the True Path, 

So that we may lead ourselves and others out of the Darkness. 

One Light, One Voice, One Love.  In perfect love and perfect trust, so mote it be.

Perform the Work

By the power of the Ancient Ones, in the names of those who have gone before, I am free.  By my will, so Mote It Be.

Cakes and Ale

Earth Mother, Father Nature, bless what we eat, bless what we drink.

Earth Mother, Father Nature, with all things, we rejoice.

All that we do is in service and in honor to the God and Goddess.  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.  Thank you Sara Kali, I am honored by your presence in my life.  I know that you walk beside me each day, guide my heart, my tongue, my spirit.  In your honor, So Mote it Be. 

Release Quarters

We thank you, earthly guardians for your presence here tonight.  We bid you well as you depart, may there be peace between us.

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

Ask Permission 2023 CO1

Ask Permission 2023

Before cutting the branch of a tree or removing a flower, tell the spirit of the tree or plant what you are going to do, so that they can withdraw their energy from that place and not feel the cut so strong.

When you go to nature and want to take a stone that was in the river, ask the river keeper if he allows you to take one of his sacred stones.

If you have to climb a mountain or make a pilgrimage through the jungle, ask permission from the spirits and guardians of the place. It is very important that you communicate even if you do not feel, do not listen or do not see. Enter with respect to each place, since Nature listens to you, sees you and feels you.

Every movement you make in the microcosm generates a great impact on the macrocosm.

When you approach an animal, give thanks for the medicine it has for you.

Honor life in its many forms and be aware that each being is fulfilling its purpose, nothing was created to fill spaces, everything and everyone is here remembering our mission, remembering who we are and awakening from the sacred dream to return home.

Growth Esbat 2017

Strawberry Moon 2017

(As participants enter they’re smudged with silk flowers dipped in water.  HPS will stand at the end and pass out pencils and popsicle sticks.  Everyone is encouraged to move deosil (clockwise) to take a seat)

Cast Circle

(HPS stands at the Altar and speaks as HP walks the Circle)

Three times round this Circle’s bound.  

The first is a Circle of Protection - as we ask the great God 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 the great Goddess shines the light of her love upon all who gather here beneath this roof.

Three times round this Circle’s bound. East, then South, then West and North from edge to edge this Circle is cast.  So Mote It Be.

 

Call Quarters

(HP will walk the Circle to sound the bell as each quarter is called)

 

East:    We call upon the element of Air, and as the breeze surrounds us, cool and refreshing, we ask the energy of Air to aid us in cultivating our wishes so that they may be fruitful.  (Sound the Bell)

We welcome you into our Circle, Blessed Be

 

South:    We call upon the element of Fire, and as the heat surrounds us, passionate and strong, we ask the energy of Fire to aid us in cultivating our desires so that they may be fruitful.  (Sound the Bell)

We welcome you into our Circle, Blessed Be

 

West:    We call upon the element of Water, and as the rain surrounds us, gentle and cleansing, we ask the energy of Water to aid us in cultivating our dreams so that they may be fruitful.  (Sound the Bell)

We welcome you into our Circle, Blessed Be

 

North:    We call upon the element of Earth, and as the soil surrounds us, vibrant and alive, we ask the energy of Earth to aid us in cultivating our endeavors so that they may be fruitful.  (Sound the Bell)

We welcome you into our Circle, Blessed Be

Invocation

HPS:     Soft scented stillness that warns of the storm

Whisper of wisdom full living and warm

Both:    Goddess breathe into us wonder at all we may know

Welcome, wise wind, from wherever you blow.

 

HP:    Bright spark of courage, blaze of desire

The passion for change is a wild, raging fire

Both:    Kindled by Gods will, it burns in our veins

Welcome within us, our hearts are your flames

 

HPS:    Power of water, power to feel

Father within us, ancient and real

Both:    Soothed into calmness or tossed to extremes

Welcome, wild waves from the depths of our dreams

 

HP:    Mother in waiting, child in the womb

Newly strung thread waits the night on the loom

Both:    Earth that we come from, Earth where we go

Welcome, as you welcomed us long long ago.

 

Name the Working

(HPS will explain what everyone is to do with their sticks)

 

Perform the Work

(Working from the East, each Quarter goes up to the Altar and place their sticks into the pot.)

 

Raise Power

(Each Quarter begins as HP walks the Circle.  When all Quarters are participating, encourage a brief rise in energy, then HPS & HP will walk the Circle calming each Quarter as they pass, spiraling into the center to focus all energies)

 

East – brushing hands

South – snapping fingers

West – hands on knees

North – stamping feet

Great Rite

(HPS sits with HP standing – Members assist)

HP:    The calm waters gathered from still pools and quiet eddies represent the Magick of the Goddess.  (The bowl of water is raised for all to see)

 

HPS:    Let my worship be within the heart that rejoices, for behold, all acts of love and pleasure are my rituals. Therefore, let there be beauty and strength, power and compassion, honor and humility, mirth and reverence within you.

 

HP:    The forceful waters gathered from racing streams and surging waterfalls represent the Mystery of the Gods.  (The pitcher of water raised for all to see)

 

HPS:    Let my reverence be within the soul that aspires, let there be desire and fear, anger and weakness, joy and peace, awe and longing within you.  For these too are parts of the mysteries.  All beginnings have endings, and all endings have beginnings.

 

(As the water is poured into the bowl)

Both:    Spirit to Flesh - Masculine to Feminine - As the Goddess and God within, together they bring blessedness to life.

 

Cakes and Ale

(As part of feasting the water from the Great Rite is poured into the Flower Pot)

BOTH:    Loving God and Goddess, we thank you for this food and drink, and for your blessings and wisdom you have given us.

 

BOTH:    Come be our guests and take your place at this table.  As this food and drink feeds our bodies, so we ask you to nourish our souls. So Mote it Be.

 



Release Quarters

(HPS will speak as HP walks the Circle widdershins (counter-clockwise) to release the Elements.  As each Quarter is released that person sits)

 

NORTH:    We thank the vibrant and alive element of Earth for helping us cultivate or endeavors.  (Sound the Bell) 

WEST:    We thank the gentle and cleansing element of Water for helping us cultivate or dreams. (Sound the Bell) 

SOUTH:    We thank the passionate and strong element of Fire for helping us cultivate or Desires. (Sound the Bell) 

EAST:    We thank the cool and refreshing element of Air for helping us cultivate or wishes. (Sound the Bell) 

We bid you well as you depart, may there be peace between us, may you always Blessed Be. 

 

Open Circle

(HP moves to the center of the Circle to place the bell back on the altar)

 

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.

Go Mbeannaigh

          (Gaelic, Ireland - Blessed Be)

Sonqongi Apukuna Wak'aychasunkiku

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

Xut Kala Xetl

          (Tlingit, Alaska - Blessed Be)



Elders Circle 2010 CO1

Elders Circle 2010

Altar Devotions

By the power of the Ancient Ones, in the names of those who have gone before.  We remember you, we honor you. So Mote it Be.

Smudge/Anoint

We call upon the masculine and feminine waters, drawn from a forest mountain stream.  We use it to bless, cleanse and anoint us for this Circle of Elders. As the water from the pool represents the female and the water from the falls represents the male, the two joined together represent the God and Goddess flowing as one. So Mote it Be.

Unite energies

Call Quarters

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. Enter our circle and be blessed

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. Enter our circle and be blessed

SOUTH:    The Summer of our lives flew 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 taught us to enjoy the full value of life.  Tonight we honor and thank the Spirits of the South for their presence in our lives. Enter our circle and be blessed

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. Enter our circle and be blessed

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.

History

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

Raise Power

Cakes and Ale

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 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

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, may you always Blessed Be.

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, may you always Blessed Be.

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, may you always Blessed Be.

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, may you always Blessed Be.

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

Strawberry Moon 2013 CO1

 June 3, 2023 (Strawberry Moon)

Strawberry Moon 2013

(As participants enter the room the will be greeted by a gauntlet and smudged with silk flowers dipped in water.  HP & HPS will stand at the end and pass out pencils and Popsicle sticks.  Everyone is encouraged to move deosil (clockwise) to take a seat)

Cast Circle

(HP stands at the Altar and speaks as HPS walks the Circle)

 

Three times round this Circle’s bound. 

The first is a Circle of Protection - as we ask the great God 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 the great Goddess shines the light of her love upon all who gather here beneath this roof.

Three times round this Circle’s bound. East, then South, then West and North from edge to edge this Circle is cast.  So Mote It Be.

 

Call Quarters

(HP & HPS walk the Circle, at each Quarter HP hands over the item for that element)

 

EAST:    We call upon the element of Air, and as the breeze surrounds us, cool and refreshing, we ask the energy of Air to aid us in cultivating our wishes so that they may be fruitful.  (Sound the Brass Bell) 

We welcome you into our Circle, Blessed Be

 

SOUTH:    We call upon the element of Fire, and as the heat surrounds us, passionate and strong, we ask the energy of Fire to aid us in cultivating our desires so that they may be fruitful.  (Sound the Clay Rattle)

We welcome you into our Circle, Blessed Be

 

WEST:    We call upon the element of Water, and as the rain surrounds us, gentle and cleansing, we ask the energy of Water to aid us in cultivating our dreams so that they may be fruitful.  (Sound the Rain Stick)

We welcome you into our Circle, Blessed Be

 

NORTH:    We call upon the element of Earth, and as the soil surrounds us, vibrant and alive, we ask the energy of Earth to aid us in cultivating our endeavors so that they may be fruitful.  (Sound the Brass Bell)

We welcome you into our Circle, Blessed Be

Invocation

HP:    Soft scented stillness that warns of the storm, Whisper of wisdom full living and warm

Both:    Goddess breathe into us wonder at all we may know, Welcome, wise wind, from wherever you blow.

 

HPS:    Bright spark of courage, blaze of desire, The passion for change is a wild, raging fire

Both:    Kindled by Gods will, it burns in our veins, Welcome within us, our hearts are your flames

 

HP:    Power of water, power to feel, Father within us, ancient and real

Both:    Soothed into calmness or tossed to extremes, Welcome, wild waves from the depths of our dreams

 

HPS:      Mother in waiting, child in the womb, Newly strung thread waits the night on the loom

Both:    earth that we come from, Earth where we go, Welcome, as you welcomed us long long ago.

 

Name the Working

(HP & HPS explain what everyone is to do with their sticks)

 

Perform the Work

(Working from the East, each Quarter encourages their participants to come up to the Altar and place their sticks into the flower pot.)

 

Raise Power

(Each Quarter instructs their section as HP & HPS walk the Circle.  When all Quarters are participating, encourage a brief rise in energy, then HP & HPS walk the Circle again calming each Quarter as they pass, spiraling into the center to focus all energies)

 

East – brushing hands

South – snapping fingers

West – hands on knees

North – stamping feet

 

Great Rite

(HPS sits with HP standing – Members assist)

HP:    The calm waters gathered from still pools and quiet eddies represent the Magick of the Goddess.

(The bowl of water is given to HPS; she holds it up for all to see)

 

HPS:    Let my worship be within the heart that rejoices, for behold, all acts of love and pleasure are my rituals. Therefore, let there be beauty and strength, power and compassion, honor and humility, mirth and reverence within you.

 

HPS:    The forceful waters gathered from racing streams and surging waterfalls represent the Mystery of the Gods.

(The pitcher of water is given to HP; he holds it up for all to see)

 

HP: Let my reverence be within the soul that aspires, let there be desire and fear, anger and weakness, joy and peace, awe and longing within you.  For these too are parts of the mysteries.  All beginnings have endings, and all endings have beginnings.

 

(As the water is poured into the bowl)

Both:    Spirit to Flesh - Masculine to Feminine - As the Goddess and God within, together they bring blessedness to life.

 

Cakes and Ale

(As part of feasting the water from the Great Rite is poured into the Flower Pot)

Both:    Loving God and Goddess, we thank you for this food and drink, and for your blessings and wisdom you have given us.

 

Both:    Come be our guests and take your place at this table.  As this food and drink feeds our bodies, so we ask you to nourish our souls. So Mote it Be.

 

Release Quarters

(HP will speak as HPS walks the Circle widdershins (counter-clockwise) to collect the Elements.  As each Quarter is released that person sits

 

NORTH:    We thank the vibrant and alive element of Earth for helping us cultivate or endeavors.  (Sound the Staff) 

WEST:    We thank the gentle and cleansing element of Water for helping us cultivate or dreams. (Sound the Rain Stick) 

SOUTH:    We thank the passionate and strong element of Fire for helping us cultivate or Desires. (Sound the Clay Rattle) 

EAST:    We thank the cool and refreshing element of Air for helping us cultivate or wishes. (Sound the Brass Bell) 

We bid you well as you depart, may there be peace between us, may you always Blessed Be.

 

Open Circle

(HP & HPS move to the center of the Circle to place items back on the altar)

 

Both:    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.

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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)