First Circle: Composition – Poet

Demeter Harvest Prayer of Praise

Blessed Demeter,

Daughter of Cronus and Rhea,

Goddess of grain, fruits and bread,

Like a mother, you give us the gift of life.

You who made fruit to spring from the lands

So the rich land was filled with leaves and flowers.

You who fill the barns with foods through your joy.

Thank you for the blessings you have given mankind,

For teaching the art of harvest, and that all must end.

 For providing us the many foods that sustain us.

Divine, delightful, and lovely Goddess

For all these things and more,

Bounteous Demeter,

We thank you!

Samhain Ancestor Poem

The ancient earth changes

As the seasons spiral round.

The autumn leaves dance

As they flutter to the ground.

The hearth fire burns warm

And keeps our hearts bright.

It helps guide us safely

Through the dark and quiet night.

To the ancient ancestors

Who walked this path before

With who we share our history,

Blood, bone, and so much more.

Guide us, awesome ancestors

And lead us on our way

Please accept our offerings

As we honor you this day.

Hestia Invocation for a Hellenic Ritual

Hestia, glorious goddess of the hearth,

You who we honor both first and last.

You embody both hearth and home

And guide us with your warmth.

With your name, we ignite the hearth fire.

Come forth and dwell in this space.

Hestia, gracious goddess of home

Goddess of the living flame

You who keep the hearth ablaze

And inspire us with your light.

With your name, we start our rite.

Come forth and dwell in this place.

Through you, may our hearts warmed.

Through you, may our homes be bright.

Through you, may all who join be welcomed.

And through you may our intentions be pure.

Hestia, magnificent goddess,

Come forth and encounter this rite.