General Guidelines for Open Ritual Attendance

• Sacred Crossroads/Inner Path Sabbat Celebrations are open to all people on a positive path
  
• For all gatherings we request a minimum donation of $5.00 to help us cover expenses
  
• Bring nutritious food to share at the feast which follows all rituals
  
• To prevent use of disposable paper products, we ask that you bring your own cup, plate and fork to eat with
  
• Ritual attire is suggested, but not required — be comfortable
  
• Children are welcome if accompanied by a parent
  
• Directions
  
• For more information, e-mail andraste.brid@gmail.com

Imbolg

Friday evening, February 1, 2008
7:30 pm
At the Unitarian Universalist Church of Delaware Co.
145 West Rose Tree Road, Media, PA
Just off of Route 252 near its intersection with Route 1

At Imbolg we will honor the Goddess Brigid in all her aspects and ask her to bestow her gifts upon us. It is a time to purify in her sacred fire and to drink from her holy well. We invite you to dance, sing and feast with us as we celebrate the growth of the Sun and rejoice in this wondrous time of anticipation.

Ostara

Friday evening, March 14, 2008
7:30 P.M.
At the Unitarian Universalist Church of Delaware Co.
145 West Rose Tree Road, Media, PA
Just off of Route 252 near its intersection with Route 1

This is the time of the Spring Equinox when we seek balance within ourselves. It is the time of new beginnings. Come celebrate Gaia's rebirth as the chains of Winter are broken and new life bursts forth. Help us dance the Earth awake. Bring any seeds that you would like to have blessed.

Beltane

Saturday afternoon, May 3, 2008
2:00 P.M.
Outdoors if weather permits
At the Unitarian Universalist Church of Delaware Co.
145 West Rose Tree Road, Media, PA
Just off of Route 252 near its intersection with Route 1

This is a time of passion and joy when we celebrate the sacred union of the God and Goddess. Join us as we help to assure the fertility of the Earth by weaving the maypole. Make wishes with us as we dance round the Beltane fire.

Midsummer

Friday evening, June 20, 2008
7:30 P.M.
At the Unitarian Universalist Church of Delaware Co.
145 West Rose Tree Road, Media, PA
Just off of Route 252 near its intersection with Route 1

This is the time of the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year when the sun is at its peak. Ripeness is spilling from forests and fields. We honor the Sun God as he comes into the height of his power. We honor the Goddess who, coming into her Mother phase, is pregnant with the coming harvest. Come and turn the wheel with us on this magickal night as we commune with the fairies and ask for blessings in our lives. Wear your best fairy garb!

Lughnasadh

Friday evening, August 1, 2008
7:30 p.m.
At the Unitarian Universalist Church of Delaware Co.
145 West Rose Tree Road, Media, PA
Just off of Route 252 near its intersection with Route 1

Celebrate with us the time of the first harvest, the harvest of the grain. We will honor the Grain God, John Barleycorn, for his willing sacrifice, and share good food and drink.

Mabon

Friday evening, September 19, 2008
7:30 P.M.
At the Unitarian Universalist Church of Delaware Co.
145 West Rose Tree Road, Media, PA
Just off Route 252 near its intersection with Route 1

This is the time of the Autumn Equinox, the great harvest festival. The focus of our gathering will be thanksgiving. Give praise to the Earth Mother as we make a presentation of the harvest and give thanks for the many blessings in our lives. This is a nurturing ceremonial evening, with opportunities for dancing, making music, raising our voices in song, praying soulfully and reclaiming our connection to one another and the Divine. Bring a harvest basket full of fruits and vegetables of the season if you wish to participate in the presentation of the harvest.

Samhain

Friday evening, October 31, 2008
7:30 P.M.
At the Unitarian Universalist Church of Delaware Co.
145 West Rose Tree Road, Media, PA
Just off Route 252 near its intersection with Route 1

This is the most sacred night when the veil between the worlds is at its thinnest and the realm of spirit is easily accessible to us. It is the dying time. Come and experience the magick as we listen to Hades and Hecate give their charges and release to them what needs to die within us. We will honor our ancestors and welcome in the New Year with joy. If you wish, bring a reminder of a loved one who has passed over to place on our ancestor altar.

Yule

Friday evening, December 19, 2008
7:30 p.m.
At the Unitarian Universalist Church of Delaware Co.
145 West Rose Tree Road, Media, PA
Just off of Route 252 near its intersection with Route 1

We will gather on the Winter Solstice, the longest night of the year, to welcome the return of the light with song, drumming, dancing and candlelight. The focus of the evening is rebirth, the rebirth of the Sun as well as our own rebirth. Join us as we affirm our connection to the God and Goddess and to one another and once again, together, turn the wheel. If you can, bring a poinsettia plant (which you can take home with you) to help decorate our ritual space.