July 24, 2002
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Karleigh In this sacred space between the worlds, I, Karleigh, come before you in humility and reverence to dedicate myself upon this spiritual path. I ask for your presence and blessings as I step forth onto this path under the guidance of Amarisse and ask for assistance in learning and growing. Karleigh lights the lavender candle, to represent spiritual growth. Karleigh In this sacred space between the worlds, I, Karleigh, am ready to accept the spiritual path of the ancient ways, living in the divine light of the God and the Goddess, who are in all things, in all places, in and out of time. I am ready to accept the laws of love, balance, justice, and wisdom as the laws by which I will live. I am willing to take on the responsibilities of this journey to proclaim my spiritual path as that of my mother before me. I step forward as an apprentice of Amarisse, giving myself and my energies to the The Morrigan and Lugh, for divine purpose and use. I declare my desire and willingness to overcome past deeds that might interfere with this path. I acknowledge the tasks ahead to learn. I open my heart, mind, and soul to the education and teachings required to fulfill this mission. Karleigh lights the blue candle, to represent wisdom. Karleigh On this night, and before these witnesses, I, Karleigh, proclaim my commitment and desire to walk this path and follow the Goddess and God. I put forth my mind, body and soul to hereafter be known as Equiny. Equiny lights the white candle. Equiny With the lighting of this candle, I bind my journey, my emotions, my thoughts, my actions and my energies to the principles learned of my teacher, Amarisse. Equiny raises the athame, as a symbol of the God. Equiny From this day forward, I call upon Lugh, the Shining One, for his wisdom and guidance on my path through this spiritual life. Blessings be to thee. Equiny replaces the athame and takes up the chalice, as a symbol of the Goddess. Equiny From today forward, I call upon The Morrigan, the Great Queen, for her wisdom and guidance on my path through this spiritual life. Blessings be to Thee. Equiny replaces the chalice and takes up her offering to the God and Goddess. Equiny I present these seeds, for honor and thanks to Lugh and The Morrigan, for your presence, your willingness to guide my path, and your protection as I take this journey forward. I will plant them and tend them, as I will tend the garden of my life, that they might flower and bear fruit, as might my spirit. Equiny places her offering on the altar. ~*~~*~*~~*~*~~*~*~~*~*~~*~*~~*~ Amarisse Have you entered this agreement of your own free will? Do you vow to obey your teacher in all things for your period of apprenticeship to the Goddess? Do you determine to know yourself, know your craft, learn, and apply what knowledge you gain? Will you work to achieve balance in your life, keep your words in good order, keep your thoughts in good order, and celebrate life? Will you strive to attune yourself with the cycles of the earth, breathe correctly, eat correctly, and keep healthy your body for the service of the Goddess? Do you vow to meditate and honor the Goddess and God in all that you think, say, and do? Do you commit to these things, in a spirit of perfect love and perfect trust, for the span of a year and a day? Catalyst Do you vow to conduct yourself at all times so as to be a good example of all followers of the Goddess and God, whatever their paths may be? Do you promise to treat all who cross your path with respect, as you recognize the deity within them? Do you agree to this take instruction from your teacher only, for this dedication period of a year and a day? Let us take a few moments to meditate on the importance of Equiny?s decision and commitment. ~*~~*~*~~*~*~~*~*~~*~*~~*~*~~*~ Amarisse By the power of the Goddess within, and in front of these witnesses, I welcome you to the path, and rejoice in the foundation of our tradition together. May you find the Goddess in every moment; may she open your eyes to the wonder of Creation as you come to learn the ways of the earth, moon, sun, and stars. You are protected and sealed against harm; may your apprenticeship be a time of joyful discovery and meaningful growth. I present to you, Equiny, Apprentice of Amarisse; Be it known from this day forward, For a year and a day, She is a servant of the Morrigan, A true daughter of the Goddess! It is done. *~*~~*~* Much celebration follows! *~*~~*~* |
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