Sabbat Ritual Outline

Sabbat Ritual Outline

Preparation
a. Define purpose
b. Write ritual
c. Gather necessary tools
d. Prepare area
e. Prepare body

Casting Circle
a. Greeting
b. Find elemental directions
 Physically and mentally cast the circle beginning in the North going Deosil
c. Call the guardians of the elements
 Make sure it is clear who is calling quarters before ritual is started, it cuts down on confusion and keeps focus in the group
Invoke deity
a. Goddess
b. God
c. Welcome them both to the circle

Purpose is stated out loud

Actual rite is performed
a. Working
 Complete spell work
 Raise power/ energy
 Focus and direct power/ energy
 Ground power/ energy
b. Honoring
 Cakes and ale
 Dedicate cakes and ale
 Partake in cakes and ale

Mediation and grounding

Thank and release deities

Closing the circle
 Mentally and verbally close the circle by thanking and releasing quarters
 Physically close the circle reverse beginning West going Widdershins

Announcements

Clean up
 Disposal
 Washing plates and glasses
 Putting away tools and other implements