One of the most important concepts in ADF's ritual theology is that of reciprocation, hospitality, and gift-giving. The Core Order of Ritual splits nicely down the middle so the first half is all about our hospitality - making the space pure and sanctified, honoring the Kindreds, calling forth the Gatekeeper to make ritual possible, and finally giving … Continue reading Lughnasadh 2012: The Omen
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Lughnasadh 2012: Tailtiu’s Sacrifice
[This is the first in a short series of essays about my Lughnasadh celebration this year. You can read my unedited ritual outline here.] Following in the grand tradition of me celebrating the High Days nearly a week after the actual date in question, this past Tuesday I finally sat down and observed the … Continue reading Lughnasadh 2012: Tailtiu’s Sacrifice
Lughnasadh 2012 Write-Up
Right after the Midsummer Writeup! Sounds about right. Below is the unedited and un-annotated version of yesterday's ritual. Some of this was copied from another ADF ritual, and at the moment I can't find the original source. Later I'll edit this with proper links and suck. A real, actual post is coming soon. I promise. … Continue reading Lughnasadh 2012 Write-Up
Midsummer 2012 Write-Up
Yes, I know it's late. Yes, I know Lammas is almost upon us. But I'm having a bit of an off day - old wounds from the past that ache every so often - and I thought that offering my ritual for my readers' consumption would be a better post than lamenting over past hurts … Continue reading Midsummer 2012 Write-Up
Getting Back on the Horse
So far over winter break I've taken some long, hard looks at my spiritual life and the choices I have in front of me. In the previous post I mentioned returning to Brighid, setting up a small shrine for Her at the top of a bookcase. I have offered Her candles, incense, and prayers, doing … Continue reading Getting Back on the Horse
Dedicant Path: I-E Studies Book Started
Apologies for the radio silence since the first of the month. I've recently moved out of my old dorm and into my new home for the next few months of summer, started up summer classes and work again, and fallen a bit ill. (Nothing terribly exciting, just a sore throat and fever combo which scored … Continue reading Dedicant Path: I-E Studies Book Started
Dedicant Path: Nature Awareness
One of the requirements for working through ADF's Dedicant Path is to cultivate a sense of awareness and appreciation of the natural world. This awareness should come from multiple standpoints - the physical geography of the land, its ecological health, one's spiritual and emotional connections to it - and serves not only to connect practitioners … Continue reading Dedicant Path: Nature Awareness
Better Know a Celt: Manannán mac Lir
Today's post introduces a new series I'm calling Better Know a Celt. I consider myself a Druid and am heavily working with two Irish deities at the moment, but my knowledge of Celtic mythology in general is sorely lacking. So, I've decided to take a closer look at my divine partners and their families with … Continue reading Better Know a Celt: Manannán mac Lir
Dedicant Path: Re-Oathing Myself
As part of my catch-up with my Dedicant Path work, I repeated my First Oath. This is an optional ritual to be completed at or near the beginning of your DP work which serves as a clear starting point for those who need it. Rather than oathing "I will finish the DP in a year" … Continue reading Dedicant Path: Re-Oathing Myself
Dedicant Path: Catch-Up Week
This past week I've been scrambling to get my ducks in a row and figure out exactly where I stand with my DP. To aid my progress and ensure I stay on track, I'll be utilizing Rev. Michael J. Dangler's immensely helpful The ADF Dedicant Path Through the Wheel of the Year (which is only … Continue reading Dedicant Path: Catch-Up Week
Sage and Starshine 