In the Celtic Witan Church we honor the Coligny Calendar of the ancient Celts. Here is info on the Coligny Calendar
This month of June we based our full moon ritual on Horse Time Moon. Up until relatively recently in human history the horse was valued for its use in human survival. It was an important mode of transportation as well as a crucial partner in daily work. A horse was considered a prized possession, and buying, selling and trading of horses was often done at markets and fairs at this time of year.
Several of our covens have adapted this time to holding a market where we barter and trade personal items amongst our group members. This is always a lot of fun, and over the years some items get passed back and forth between coveners as an inside joke. We always look forward to this traders’ market each year!
This year after casting the circle and calling the quarters and center, we participated in a guided meditation. We envisioned ourselves upon our horses (mine was a white mare) traveling across fields and through forests to the meeting place where our ancient Celtic market was taking place.
The tables were laden with baskets of wares we had brought to trade. So many tempting items!
The trades were made and all acquired new treasures to take home. We returned to our seats and ended the enchanted meditation with our horses returning us back home.
This full moon during the time of Fire was a great time to observe all the summery things that bombarded our senses: kids shouting at a birthday party, premature fireworks explosions, warmer temperatures and the verdant circle of greenery.
We raised some energy for those that needed it and released it to the universe. Then we partook of cakes and ale.
The ritual was closed, the quarters and center thanked and dismissed and the circle released. We sat around and snacked as we did a few tarot readings: an enjoyable evening, indeed!
I hope you are able to take some time to observe and honor the full moon in your own way. Maybe charge some crystals or send energy to friends and family?
A blessed Horse Time Moon to you all!
High Priestess Sarina 🌝
The Magickal Cottage 