Candlemas is traditionally the time to celebrate the rebirth of the God after his long winter sleep. This ritual, therefore, is primarily based on the him.
Cast the circle
Place a small cauldron
or other fire proof container in the snow (if no snow is present, just place the cauldron
on the altar and perhaps surround it by some
crushed ice).
Place an incense brick
or powder in it cauldron.
Invoke the gods.
Say the following or
similar:
"Great God of the Sun, long have you slept, and now is the time of your re-awakening. Bless me this day, so that I may enjoy your warmth and prosperity during the upcoming Summer. Blessed be!"
Light the incense
in the cauldron. As the smoke begins to come out, visualize the God being reborn. See him
rising from the sun and coming down.
Meditate for a moment
on what he means to you.
Say the following or
similar:
"Thank-you, dear God, for all you have given me this day. Thank-you for giving of your life so that the circle may continue. Blessed be!"
Meditate
on the circle of life and the rebirth of the God as you watch the incense pour out of the
cauldron.
Thank the gods.
Close the circle.
