Yon rising Moon that looks for us again—
How oft hereafter will she wax and wane;
How oft hereafter rising look for us
Through this same Garden—and for one in vain! — Omar Khayyám, Rubáiyát #100

Ritual Tips

Here are some tried-and-true tips for getting the most out of public rituals. If you run into a problem, or have a question not covered here, don’t be afraid to ask!

• Be prompt!  Ritual times are listed, and it is usually best to be a bit early.  Once the Circle is cast, and the ritual has begun, latecomers will have to wait outside the Circle... a boring event at best.

• Help with setting up or breaking down, if you can.  Most everyone, no matter their physical abilities, can do something.  We try to leave the rented site cleaner than we found it.  Your help is most appreciated.

• Alcohol, weapons and illegal substances are prohibited.  WRCF's Orlando Pagan Collective reserves the right to remove anyone who becomes disruptive or breaks the rules of the hosting site during an event.

• Magickal garb - clothing or robes made especially for ritual - is fine at an event.  Wear whatever makes you feel magickal, so long as it obeys the decency laws of the State.  If you do not have a robe, street clothes are fine too.  Just be sure to dress comfortably.

• Once you are in a ritual, please participate.  This is not a spectator religion ... we want you to take part!  Sing, dance, and celebrate with us!  But please, do not talk unless it is absolutely necessary, or is part of the ritual.  If it will be your first public ritual, feel free to contact one of us (through the contact page) and we'll be happy to look out for you and "assign" you to a ritual buddy!

• Children are welcome at all public rituals provided they are accompanied by a responsible adult.  Please instruct children prior to attending about the courtesies involved in the sharing of public ritual.

• Please ask before handling another’s ritual tools or jewelry, out of simple respect for the spiritual significance that such items may have.

• Do not take photographs or video without express permission.  Some individuals within our organization must take care to protect the privacy of their spiritual practices.

• Before coming to a ritual, prepare yourself in ways that will put you in a positive, receptive state of mind.  Take a cleansing bath, meditate, or relax in a peaceful natural setting.  These internal preparations will open your heart to the experience of the ritual presented.

• Bear in mind that our faith is one that is not easily understood or accepted by other faiths. If you see someone on the street whom you recognize from attending an event, please do not announce their Craft name joyously.  They may have compelling reasons to hide their magikal identity from others.  Use their mundane name, or if you do not know it, ask.

• Your donation of time is always appreciated.  Donating your time and efforts to a cause helps the community as a whole.  Call Orlando Pagan Collective or talk to any Board member to find out about helping us serve the community at large.

• OPC. is a 501(c)(3) organization, which means that we are tax-exempt.  Any monetary donations and many donations of goods made to OPC. are tax-deductible. Your donations are what keep Orlando Pagan Collective running.  If you can’t contribute financially, rest assured... your donation of time and effort means just as much to us.