Invocation to the Kindred Beloved Dead, you we beseech Join our ritual this day Aid us with your wisdom: teach Us how to keep the ancient way You who have passed, whom we recall With love and honour, one and all. Nature Spirits, dwelling here Crow and sparrow, flying free Bee and badger, beetle, deer Grass and herb, bush and tree We ask your wisdom, help us to Live in peace alongside you. Shining Ones, you who uphold The worlds, who shine with brightest light, As we walk the paths of old We pray you aid us, day and night To follow well the ways you show To honour, worship, love, and know. Kindred Three, hear our call Heart and mind and soul be true Join us now, one and all To our rite we welcome you Mighty spirits, meet as one Until our purpose here is done.