by Morag Spinner, with parts borrowed from this rite of dedication to Brighid by Rowan Fairgrove
“Hych’qa” is Coast Salish and means “Thank you.” It is pronounced “HAITCH-kah”.
Opening Prayer
The sky above me
The sea surrounding me
The earth beneath me
Thus the Realms make sacred our circle.
Light three candles for the realms and say:
The fire of inspiration infuses the realms and links all beings to the inner fire of divinity.
I invite the ancestors behind me, the land spirits around me, and the High Exalted Ones above me to come and bear witness to my rite.Hych’qa, hych’qa, hych’qa.
Statement of Intent
Tonight, before All gathered to bear witness, I, Morag Grayheart, [other names omitted], daughter to E. and L., grand-daughter to T. and J., granddaughter to S. and C., step-granddaughter to G., sister to N. and K., and devotee of Brighid and Morrigan, am forthwith dedicating my being, my art, and my life to the service of Brighid of the Stars in whatever guise She speaks to me, in whatever capacity She asks of me.
I am dedicating to Brighid the Multiple for life, including the possibility She will have no more need of me and dismiss me.
I stand prepared and ready, worthy to serve.
Meditation
Time to reflect and think about the next step I am taking in my life.
Dedication
Take up the water of Brighid’s well and anoint hands/heart/head.
I dedicate my hands to your work in the world
I dedicate my heart to your healing ways
I dedicate my head to your sacred imbas
My art shall be in Your honor
My gifts shall be in Your honor
My life shall be lived in Your honor
I am Your Priestess for my life ever after this moment.
As a symbol of my dedication, I offer this earring for Your consecration, after which I will wear it as a symbol of my vow.
Libation
Offer tea-root beer, hashbrowns, and nuts, and share in the meal.
Closing Prayer
The sky above me
The sea surrounding me
The earth beneath me
Thus the Realms make sacred our lives.
The fire of inspiration infuses the realms and links all beings to the inner fire of divinity. I hold this flame in my heart as it from this place departs.
Blow out candles.
I thank the ancestors behind me, the land spirits around me, and the High Exalted Ones above me for bearing witness for me. Hych’qa, hych’qa, hych’qa.