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Calendar of the Moon for June 18

Calendar of the Moon

Oak Tree Month

Color: Black
Element: Earth
Altar: Upon a black cloth place the vase of oak branches, a hammer, a metal lightning bolt, a sun symbol with the rune Sigil upon it, and a Green Man with an oak-leaf face.
Offerings: Give thanks for personal victories.
Daily Meal: Serve salad with each meal, arranged in the circular pattern of the Green Man.

Duir Invocation

Call: Now is the time of the Sun’s height.
Response: Now is the time when the leaves reach to the heavens.
Call: Now is the time when the Oak King spread his arms.
Response: Now is the time when we reach with him for the Sun.
Call: Now is the time when we return to the ancient grove of the Druids.
Response: Now is the time when we witness the Sun’s sacrifice.
Call: Now is the time when we go forth in glory.
Response: Now is the time of the turning of the year.
Call: Hail to the wren, soul of the Oak King!
Response: Hail to the sky, crown of the Oak King!
Call: Hail to the Earth, bed of the Oak King!
Response: Hail to the Sun, lover of the Oak King!
Call: Hail to the guardians of the door!
Response: May they guard us well, O oaken beams!
Call: We have no need to guard ourselves….
Response: For the Gods will guard us.
Call: We have no need to hide behind bolted doors….
Response: For now is the time to be open to the Sun!
Call: Like the Green Man, we speak through the oak!
Response: Like the Green Man, our voice is the strength of the earth!
Call: Like the Oak King, we do not fear the lightning!
Response: Like the Oak King, we will accept all repercussions!
Call: We have no shame for our actions….
Response: For all that we do, we do from a place of worthiness.
Call: For all that we do, we do from a place of honor.
Response: For all that we do, we do from a place of love.

Chant:
By my body I be earth
By my spirit I be fire
Call the lightning to my heart
Bring my soul what I desire

 

[Pagan Book of Hours]

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Calendar of the Moon for June 17th

Calendar of the Moon

Oak Tree Month

Color: Black
Element: Earth
Altar: Upon a black cloth place the vase of oak branches, a hammer, a metal lightning bolt, a sun symbol with the rune Sigil upon it, and a Green Man with an oak-leaf face.
Offerings: Give thanks for personal victories.
Daily Meal: Serve salad with each meal, arranged in the circular pattern of the Green Man.

Duir Invocation

Call: Now is the time of the Sun’s height.
Response: Now is the time when the leaves reach to the heavens.
Call: Now is the time when the Oak King spread his arms.
Response: Now is the time when we reach with him for the Sun.
Call: Now is the time when we return to the ancient grove of the Druids.
Response: Now is the time when we witness the Sun’s sacrifice.
Call: Now is the time when we go forth in glory.
Response: Now is the time of the turning of the year.
Call: Hail to the wren, soul of the Oak King!
Response: Hail to the sky, crown of the Oak King!
Call: Hail to the Earth, bed of the Oak King!
Response: Hail to the Sun, lover of the Oak King!
Call: Hail to the guardians of the door!
Response: May they guard us well, O oaken beams!
Call: We have no need to guard ourselves….
Response: For the Gods will guard us.
Call: We have no need to hide behind bolted doors….
Response: For now is the time to be open to the Sun!
Call: Like the Green Man, we speak through the oak!
Response: Like the Green Man, our voice is the strength of the earth!
Call: Like the Oak King, we do not fear the lightning!
Response: Like the Oak King, we will accept all repercussions!
Call: We have no shame for our actions….
Response: For all that we do, we do from a place of worthiness.
Call: For all that we do, we do from a place of honor.
Response: For all that we do, we do from a place of love.

Chant:
By my body I be earth
By my spirit I be fire
Call the lightning to my heart
Bring my soul what I desire

 

[Pagan Book of Hours]

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The Witches’ Love Horoscopes for the Week of June 17th

Social messages are decidedly mixed this weekend with the Moon flying into fearless Sagittarius and the Sun slipping into self-protective Cancer on Friday morning. We may vacillate between the desire to take risks and an attraction to safe places and familiar faces. Pushing emotional physical limits can work if proper precautions are made in advance. Sunday morning’s calculating Capricorn Full Moon shifts the energy in a more serious direction.
Aries Horoscope
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

Travel makes the heart grow fonder this weekend. Plan an escape and get out of your neighborhood or explore a foreign culture to spice up your personal life. Your desire to speak honestly is admirable, but blunt statements might be taken badly. If you have something vital to share, do it during a Sunday brunch when favorable lunar aspects help you to combine truth with tenderness, making your words easier to hear. A spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down.

Taurus Horoscope
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)

The middle of the week is perfect for discussing emotionally charged issues. The Moon moves into profound Scorpio and your 7th House of Partners on Wednesday morning, pushing you to face powerful feelings. Thursday night’s conjunction of clever Mercury and charming Venus gives you the chance to smooth out complicated conversations with kindness. If single, the seductive power of words should be pleasing when you meet someone new. Sunday’s earthy Capricorn Full Moon brings a welcome sense of stability, putting your feet back on the ground.

Gemini Horoscope
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)

Making connections should be easier later this week when friendly Mercury bumps into flirty Venus on Thursday night. Early on Friday morning the evocative Moon blasts into fun-loving Sagittarius and your 7th House of Relationships. Embarking on an adventure with your current partner this weekend can energize you both with a new outlook on life and love. But if you’re single, being bolder and more direct when meeting others will let you know where you stand within the first five minutes.

Cancer Horoscope
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)

The Sun’s entry into Cancer on Friday boosts your confidence by casting it’s bright light your direction. Updating your appearance and attitude  strengthens a current union or helps you establish a new one. However, the Moon is busy in your 6th House of Service on Friday and Saturday, leaving you tied up with tasks that would definitely be more pleasant when shared with a cooperative partner. Sunday’s Full Moon in your 7th House of Others brings relationship issues to a tipping point. Think rationally before choosing your best option.

Leo Horoscope
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)

You’re entering a cozy phase this weekend as the sensitive Sun slips into your privacy-seeking 12th House of Spirituality. You are likely to prefer more quiet time over the next few weeks, either alone or with one undemanding individual. Getting away from it all in nature might provide the security you need to open up and share your true feelings. Getting noticed may be more difficult now, but it can be very restful to feel like others are not watching your every move for a change.

Virgo Horoscope
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Count on a friend for good advice on Thursday when communicative Mercury runs into romantic Venus in your 11th House of Pals. Much of the weekend, though, might feel ungrounded and restless, which is fine if you’re in the mood to wander. But on Sunday the Moon shifts into ambitious Capricorn and your 5th House of Romance to spur bolder behavior. Your passion and intensity could surprise even yourself on this emotionally charged Full Moon day.

Libra Horoscope
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

Communication is always important in personal matters but plays an even more significant role for you this week. Messenger Mercury’s conjunction with your ruling planet Venus makes Thursday evening ideal for intimate conversations. Friday’s lunar shift into enthusiastic Sagittarius and your expressive 3rd house spurs more playful discussions when teasing and joking release tension and facilitate easygoing connections.

Scorpio Horoscope
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

The Moon’s presence in your powerful sign kicks up strong emotions on Wednesday and Thursday, normally provoking you to make snap decisions. Yet the skittish Gemini Sun’s presence in your 8th House of Intimacy keeps you off balance in a relationship or with a potential new partner. Flexibility is a must if you want to stay connected, because others tend to be inconsistent about their feelings, making it tricky to find a solid place to stand. Once the Sun dips into reflective Cancer on Friday morning, you will be back in familiar waters again.

Sagittarius Horoscope
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

This weekend offers a delicious combination of intimacy and adventure. The closeness comes from the Sun’s move into your 8th House of Deep Sharing on Friday, raising the emotional temperature of your relationships. Then the Moon rockets into your exuberant sign to stir up playful feelings and the desire to take chances until Sunday morning. Taking the lead while still being sensitive to others allows you to fully enjoy this ride. Sunday’s Capricorn Full Moon brings your feelings back down to earth so you can catch your breath.

Capricorn Horoscope
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

The Sun begins a month-long stay in cuddly Cancer and your 7th House of Partners on Friday morning. Your desire to connect emotionally continues to grow and will likely pull a sensitive person into your orbit. Sunday morning brings a volatile Full Moon in your usually orderly sign. Powerful feelings may erupt that can rock an otherwise solid relationship. This is your chance for a major breakthrough either with someone or on your own, if you’re willing to let go of the past to start over again. Follow your heart and don’t look back.

Aquarius Horoscope
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

Your energetic buzz and a natural yearning to break rules gets your week off to an exciting start. It helps, though, to recognize when others are uncomfortable with the risks you’re ready to take. Therefore, a little self-restraint is recommended until Friday morning’s lunar shift into adventurous Sagittarius and your 11th House of Groups. Socializing with pals or participating in an organization provides plenty of fun without requiring you to give up your personal freedom.

Pisces Horoscope
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

Whispering sweet words of affection is on the schedule for Thursday when expressive Mercury and romantic Venus connect in tender Cancer. The Sun also slips into Cancer and your visionary 9th House very early on Friday morning to encourage you to share your hopes for the future. Yet, much of the weekend may seem like a blur if you’re overloaded with plans and responsibilities. Taking on fewer obligations leaves you more time for cultivating intimacy or exploring new horizons.

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BLESSING OF HERBS

BLESSING OF HERBS

 

With the tip of your Athame touching the Herbs, intone this blessing:

 

 ”Thou has grown by favor of the Sun, The Moon, and of the dew. 
I make this intercession, ye herb: 
I beseech thee to be of benefit to me and my rite, 
For thy virtues are unfailing. 
Thou art the Dew of all the Gods, 
The Eye of the Sun,  The Light of the Moon, 
The Beauty and Glory of the Sky, 
The Mystery of Terra.  I purify thee so that
Whatever is wrought by me with thee may, 
In all its powers, Have a good and speedy effect with good success. 
Be purified by my prayer and be powerful! 
So mote it be!      

 

When water is hot enough, place the herbs in the Tea Pot and add water from the brewing dish, give it a couple of stirs. While the tea is steeping, intone this Prayer:

 

“Earth Mother  Giver of life 
Strengthen me during my life-long strife. 
Teach me Your ways of perfect love, 
Peace, and wisdom true. 
Spawn from my purest heart 
These words to You 
May this prayer help me to better 
Myself in word and deed, 
To a higher plane I shall succeed. 
Beautiful Light of Goodness Fair 
Lore of old we both do share 
A Witch’s brew, I drink to You 
My love for You, by day, by night 
In thought and in sight 
Will my soul learn  The meaning of this life again.     

 

Pour out a cup for all present, including one for the Gods, and enjoy. Sit before the table and meditate on the blessings that the Gods have bestowed upon your life. You may use the scrying candle here to focus upon for your meditation. If the Gods so choose They may give you a Message or Vision through the blessings of the Sight. You may relax now and finish off the pot.  (Note: this rite is not to take the place of The Feast, but is to be used as a time of blessing and communing with the Goddess)

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Daily Horoscopes for Sunday, June 16th

General Horoscope
We’re practical enough not to take unnecessary risks today, especially with the Moon moving through discerning Virgo. Nevertheless, our restlessness can still provoke impulsive actions as the Moon squares the Sun and Jupiter in scattered Gemini. Although logical analysis leads us toward one conclusion, we still might follow a whim and do something else. The Moon’s shift into Libra the Scales at 9:18 pm EDT helps us weigh and balance our options.
Aries Horoscope
(Mar 21 – Apr 19)
You might believe that you can rationalize the most outrageous ideas today, but no one is buying your version of the story. Even if you’re telling the truth as best you can, others may be nervous because you’re not following the established guidelines. Tone down your rhetoric and adjust your attitude, since you really don’t need to make any enemies at this time. Luckily, changing the way you go about your business now puts those around you at ease.
Taurus Horoscope
(Apr 20 – May 20)
There is no valid reason for anyone to question your integrity today because you’re consumed with doing the right thing. Although, you might normally take time to hear someone’s ideas before saying no, even the slightest hint of a problem will send you back to the safety of your more simplistic plan. Playing by the rules is the honorable thing to do, but don’t get so comfortable with your position that you miss what’s most important. Increase your chances for success by keeping your eyes and ears open.
Gemini Horoscope
(May 21 – Jun 20)
You may be engaged in a battle with yourself today as the narrowly focused Virgo Moon squares the willful Sun in flighty Gemini. You’re able to think like a laser beam which can certainly sharpen your analytical skills. Don’t restrict your curiosity too much, or you could do yourself a disservice by overlooking a crucial piece of data. Just remember, one of your greatest strengths is your natural ability to connect a variety of experiences in ways that others cannot see.
Cancer Horoscope
(Jun 21 – Jul 22)
You naturally feel more secure if you err on the side of being silent, rather than becoming overly emotional to make your point. Thankfully, you don’t have anything to prove, so being right might not matter all that much. Nevertheless, it isn’t wise to sacrifice integrity for the sake of political expediency. If you have a good idea, find a way to share it without offending others in the process. Your contributions are more valuable than you think.
Leo Horoscope
(Jul 23 – Aug 22)
It may be difficult to step out of the spotlight, but playing a supportive role is your smartest move today. Even if you realize that you could do more than you are currently contributing, a partial retreat demonstrates your confidence in others. Don’t worry … you will have your chance to shine soon enough, so let someone else take center stage for now.
Virgo Horoscope
(Aug 23 – Sep 22)
People have a challenging time reading your energy today because you seem both cautious and exuberant. It’s difficult to understand how you can act respectful one moment and rebellious the next. Nevertheless, your ability to hold opposing views is one of your strengths now, yet it may also appear confusing to everyone else. They might think you’re being wishy-washy, but following multiple paths requires real courage. Trust your own instincts to ultimately steer you in the right direction.
Libra Horoscope
(Sep 23 – Oct 22)
Your mind is probably already made up, but you might not be ready to announce your decision today. It isn’t that you’re trying to hurt anyone’s feelings; it’s just that you want everyone to make their choices based on his or her own best interests. There is no need to get caught up in playing any misleading games by saying something that you don’t even believe. Honesty is always the best policy, but how you deliver the message is critically important now, too.
Scorpio Horoscope
(Oct 23 – Nov 21)
Making the best use of your time today is crucial, for you won’t be satisfied if you’re unproductive while hanging out with your friends. But it doesn’t really matter whether you are alone or in the company of others. Stay focused on your agenda now. No matter where you go or what you do, you’ll feel good about your day if you make some sort of progress toward your original goals.
Sagittarius Horoscope
(Nov 22 – Dec 21)
A bit of good old-fashioned common sense goes a long way today as you handle family politics. Instead of attempting to take responsibility for something that’s out of your control, narrow your perspective and put your efforts toward transforming that which you can change. Spreading yourself too thin is a mistake you can’t afford now. It’s better to do one little task well than trying to fix everything all at once.
Capricorn Horoscope
(Dec 22 – Jan 19)
Even though you are normally capable of tackling a complicated job by breaking it down into smaller tasks, you seem to be at the very top of your game now. You can earn recognition from your peers today because your managerial skills compliment your goals. Just be very careful not to let other people’s expectations get out of hand or you’ll end up disappointing them no matter how much you actually accomplish.
Aquarius Horoscope
(Jan 20 – Feb 18)
Unspoken emotional concerns complicate your family relationships now. Although your intentions may be clear to you, it’s still challenging to bring the complex web of feelings out into the open so everyone can deal with things as they are. Instead, you feel as if you’re walking on eggshells, afraid that one wrong move could cause a catastrophe. Wait a day or two before doing anything you might regret; in the meantime, be smart and continue to gather and disperse information to keep the ball rolling.
Pisces Horoscope
(Feb 19 – Mar 20)
You may feel as if someone is raining on your parade today by criticizing your efforts or micromanaging your work. You might grow frustrated enough to react before thinking about the consequences. Unfortunately, your unrestrained response could just make matters worse. Instead, observe your feelings without actually doing anything about them. Make your move tomorrow when you can take action without turning a minor disagreement into a major conflict.

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Celebrating Spirituality 365 Days A Year – Sun Festival

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Celebrating Spirituality 365 Days A Year – Sun Festival

June 16

Sun Festival

In some of the more remote areas of Mexico, fragments of this ancient Peruvian festival can be found. To the ancients, the sun represented the supreme cosmic power and an all-seeing deity. When it was coupled with the rain, it gave life to the earth. The Sun Festival was a celebration of power and beauty when the Sky Father and Earth Mother were conjoined in sacred marriage. Great bonfires, ecstatic dancing, and offerings were made to the Gods. Today, these festivals are less elaborate and usually end up being family picnics. However, one custom still remains: to burn one’s old clothing to banish sickness and bad luck.

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The Witches Correspondence For Sunday, June 16th

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The Witches Correspondence For Sunday, June 16th

 

Magickal Intentions: Growth, Advancements, Enlightenment, Rational Thought, Exorcism, Healing, Prosperity, Hope, Exorcism, Money
Incense: Lemon, Frankincense
Planet: Sun
Sign: Leo
Angel: Michael
Colors: Gold, Yellow, Orange and White
Herbs/Plants: Marigold, Heliotrope, Sunflower, Buttercup, Cedar, Beech, Oak
Stones: Carnelian, Citrine, Tiger’s Eye, Amber, Clear Quartz and Red Agate
Oil: (Sun) Cedar, Frankincense, Neroli, Rosemary

The first day of the week is ruled by the Sun. It is an excellent time to work efforts involving business partnerships, work promotions, business ventures, and professional success. Spells where friendships, mental or physical health, or bringing joy back into life are an issue work well on this day, too.

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The Witches Almanac for Sunday, June 16th

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The Witches Almanac for Sunday, June 16th

Sunday (Sun): Healing, spirituality, success, strength and protection.

Father’s Day

Waxing Moon

The Waxing Moon is the ideal time for magick to draw things toward you.

Moon Sign:  Virgo

Virgo: Favors accomplishments of details and commands from higher up. Focuses on health, hygiene and daily schedules.

Moon enters Libra  9:19 pm

Libra: Favors cooperation, social activities, beautification of surroundings, balance, and partnership.

Moon Phase: Second Quarter 1:24 pm

Incense:  Almond

Color:  Gold

PMS
Chasteberry is the answer for PMS and even for irregularities. This herb influences the pituitary gland to secrete the hormone prolactin which allows for a more normal menstrual cycle.

 

Blessed Are The Witches On This Sunday!

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