Begin with Purification Bath
Run a bath of warm water, lighting white candles. As each candle
is lit, say or think, I light this candle in truth and peace. Add
a small amount of salt and/or herbs to bath. While in the bath, say,
All negativity is flowing out of me into the water. I am pure for
the work to come. While draining tub, envision all negativity of
the day draining away. Snuff out candles, saying, I leave this bath
in truth and peace.
Some Herbs: Anise, Frankincense, Rosemary,
Sandalwood, Bay, Peppermint
Prepare area
Prepare altar w/
tools:
Lavender
and white candles
Incense
Chalice
Wand
Broom
Pentacle
Earth
Cakes of
some kind
Extra: Bowl
of Earth w/ seed
Sweep circle area w/ Broom, envisioning all negativity being swept away
Walk circle with incense, earth (salt), candle, and water, charging it
with the different elements
Cast Circle
The Circle is cast and we are between the worlds, beyond the bounds of time, where night and day, birth and death, joy and sorrow, meet as one.
Invoke Deities
In this night and in this hour I call upon the ancient powers of the Goddess and God.
Plant act
Bring the seed and dish of earth to the front of the altar. Hold the seed in your hand, knowing that it is the beginnings of life. Bless it in this manner:
"In my hands I hold the seed of beginnings, of life, wisdom, and of coming spring. I ask the God and the Goddess to place a blessing on it so that it may prosper in the coming season."
Then think of something you want. It could be a request of the God and the Goddess, or something you want from yourself. Concentrate on this as you hold the seed.
"With this seed I plant a request, and hope that with careful nurturing and daily care, my goals may come to fruition in time."
Having said this, place the seed in the soil and cover it.
Poem About Imbolc
Dedicate Cakes and Wine
Ring Bell Three Times
Meditate
Thank deities, close the circle
Clean up