Opening Invocation

“We gather not in shadow, but in light.
We arrive not alone, but accompanied by breath.
Let the fire speak. Let the river listen.”

A candle is lit. A drum pulse begins. Each participant may hold a symbolic item (feather, stone, scroll).

Naming of Presence

• “We bless the scroll of [Name], carried from [Country].”
• “We honor the breath of [Spirit Title], who walks with [Symbolic Affiliation].”

Optional: place symbolic items on a central altar or table.

Blessing of Light

“May this offering be held in light.
May it be received with mercy.
May it walk where healing is needed, and rest where truth is welcome.”

Pilgrims may respond with: “Amen. Let it be held.” or “I walk with light.”

Shared Breath or Song

“Come Light, Come Mercy” (sung in rounds)

Or a reading from Jesus’ teachings:
“You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden.”

Closing Gesture

• Touch the altar or scroll table
• Offer a word of gratitude
• Receive a symbolic token (feather, stone, candle)

“This light does not end. It walks with us.
Go now, with breath. Go now, with fire.”