Salves are a simple yet effective way of applying the medicinal qualities of herbs. They’re the consistency of a cream at room temperature and portable for on-the-go topical application. By combining various herbal-infused oils, an individual can address a variety of ailments, from arthritis to asthma. Each salve can be customized to the individual to treat a specific illness or can be general all-heal tool in your first aid kit.
Base Ingredients
Herbal-infused Oils
To craft a salve, you must start with herbal-infused oils as your primary base. For this, there are two components: your choice of herb(s) and your choice of carrier oil(s). Some commonly used carrier oils are olive, grapeseed, almond and safflower.
At the end of this post, there will be an overview of common herbs and carrier oils so that you can make an educated decision when crafting your herbal-infused oils.
Here are two basic methods of infusion:
Solar Method (Folk Method)
Take a sterilized jar and fill ⅓ to ½ of it with your choice of driedherbs.
Cover with your carrier oil. Add around 500 IUs of vitamin E oil for every 8 oz. of carrier oil to prolong shelf life.
Cap the jar tightly and place in a sunny space - either outdoors or indoors. Shake it daily.
Allow the mixture to infuse for 2 to 3 weeks, or until the oil takes on the colour or aroma of the herb within.
Once the oil is ready, strain using a cheesecloth and bottle into a tinted sterilized jar. Store in a cool, dark place.
Slow Cooker or Stove top (Fast Method)
Place your choice of driedherbs in your slow cooker or pot and cover with your carrier oil. Add around 500 IUs of vitamin E oil for every 8 oz. of carrier oil to prolong shelf life.
Gently heat the herbs on very low heat (100 - 140 degrees Fahrenheit) for 1 - 5 hours until the oil takes on the colour and scent of the herb. You can cook it for longer at 100 F if you would like.
Turn off heat and allow to cool. Once the oil is ready, strain using a cheesecloth and bottle into a tinted sterilized jar. Store in a cool, dark place.
Do not use fresh herbs when crafting herbal-infused oils. They contain moisture and promote the growth of mold, especially if infused via solar method.
Wax
Waxes are frequently used in making cosmetics, body care products and salves: they help to bind and emulsify ointments and lotions. They also function as a natural hydrating ingredient and alleviate itching for those with sensitive skin.
The most commonly-used wax for crafting salves is beeswax; however, vegans and those with allergies can utilize carnauba wax which is sourced from the leaves of a Brazilian palm tree.
Method
Once the herbal-infused oils are prepared, the process of making a salve only takes a few minutes. Here are the steps involved in the process:
On low to medium heat, warm the herbal-infused oil(s) in the top of a double boiler or in a small saucepan.
Add the wax. Once the wax has melted, remove from heat.
If any, stir in any additional ingredients of your choice, such as essential oils.
Pour into your designated container(s).
Recipes
Soothing lip salve
3 tbsp beeswax
3 tbsp aloe vera gel
2 tbsp oil of choice
8 drops essential oil of choice (optional)
Salve for minor scrapes, bites and burns
1 ½ cups comfrey-infused oil
1 ½ tbsp coconut oil
¼ cup (55g) beeswax
Healing salve
1 quart (1 litre) of oil infused with equal parts St. John’s wort, comfrey, peppermint and lavender
¼ cup (55g) beeswax
Salve for backaches
1 cup ginger- and peppermint-infused oil
2 tbsp (22g) beeswax
First aid salve
1 cup St. John’s wort-infused oil
2 tbsp (22g) beeswax
Salve for rheumatoid arthritis
1 cup ginger- and licorice root-infused oil
2 tbsp (22g) beeswax
Common Carrier Oils
Almond oil, sweet: A fantastic carrier oil that contains fatty acids and vitamins A and E. It’s an effective emollient for moisturizing both skin and hair and is easily absorbed by skin.
Argan oil: This is a staple in moisturizing skin and hair care products. Argan oil contains tocopherols, phenols, carotenes, squaline and fatty acids - it’s a truly luxurious oil.
Evening primrose oil: Prized for its health and cosmetic benefits.
Grapeseed oil: A common base for many creams and lotions - it’s the go-to carrier oil since it’s especially useful for skin types that do not absorb oils well and does not leave a greasy feeling.
Olive oil: The most commonly-used oil in cosmetics and hair care.
Safflower oil: A highly-moisturizing oil that soothes troubled skin.
Common Herbs for Health and Wellness
Aloe Vera: Excellent for treating burns, cuts and scrapes.
Arnica Montana: These flowers offer strong anti-inflammatory properties. (Do not use in open or bleeding wounds. Long-term use can cause skin irritation.)
Black Cohosh: Offers anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving benefits. (Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Can cause gastric discomfort in some individuals.)
Blue Vervain: Relaxes the nervous system and offers reliable pain relief for rheumatism, joint pain and neuralgia. (Do not use during pregnancy.)
Chamomile: Antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic. (Do not use if on blood thinners or if allergic to ragweed.)
Chickweed: Wonderful for making soothing poultices to treat rashes, skin irritations, minor burns and itching.
Comfrey: Alleviates pain and inflammation; works well on cuts, scrapes, insect bites, burns and rashes. (Do not use on children.)
Echinacea:Antibacterial, anti-fungal and antiviral. (Do not use if you have tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, autoimmune diseases, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis or if you are allergic to ragweed.)
Ginkgo Biloba: Natural antihistamine, anti-inflammatory and great for treating allergies and asthma. (Do not use if you take monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI), or blood thinners.)
Goldenseal:Antiviral, antibacterial and excellent for dealing with minor cuts and wounds, sinus infections, respiratory congestion, sore throats and more! (Do not use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or if you have high blood pressure.)
Mullein:Great for first-aid treatment of minor wounds, burns and insect bites.
Plantain:Antimicrobial, antihistamine and anti-inflammatory; great for treating wounds, insect bites and minor aches and pains.
Sage: An excellent remedy for colds and fevers, hot flashes, painful or heavy periods, rashes and sore throats.
St. John’s wort: A strong antiviral; treats arthritis, fibromyalgia, muscle aches and sciatica. (Do not use if you take monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI) or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI).)
Witch Hazel: An effective remedy for acne, cuts and scrapes, insect bites, minor burns and sunburns.
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Information published is from my personal grimoire and has been accumulated over the years through a variety of books and resources while residing in Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia, Cuba and Canada.
“I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain.”
After making the sign of the cross while holding the crucifix of the rosary, say the Apostles’ Creed.
I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; he descended into hell; on the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; from there he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen.
On the first large bead, pray the Our Father.
Our Father, Who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, Amen.
Pray three Hail Marys on the following three beads.
Hail Mary, full of grace. The Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
At the next large bead, pray the Glory Be.
Glory be to the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
On the large beads before each decade pray the following prayer.
O Holy Souls draw the fire of God’s love into my soul, to reveal Jesus Crucified in me here on earth, rather than hereafter in Purgatory.
Then on the small beads pray this prayer.
Crucified Lord Jesus, have mercy on the souls in Purgatory.
At the conclusion of the chaplet, pray 3 Glory Be prayers.
As today is All Souls Day, I thought that another prayer for the dead in Purgatory would be appropriate. This with the prayer of St Gertrude the Great. As prayer in my eyes can be seen as an act of Charity, I will be posting the ‘Heroic Act of Charity‘ for the souls in Purgatory. Since I found that these prayers together, create a good flow of energy/they go well together.
The Prayer of St. Gertrude the Great is one of the most famous- and one of my favorites -of the prayers for souls in purgatory. St. Gertrude the Great- as seen above -was a Benedictine nun and mystic who lived in the 13th century. According to tradition, our Lord promised her that 1000 souls would be released from purgatory each time it is prayed devoutly.
Before you start, you don’t actually need anything for this prayer. But if you want to light a candle, put out a glass or two of water, and hold your rosary and recite an Our Father and a Hail Mary before, feel free.
“Eternal Father, I offer Thee the Most Precious Blood of Thy Divine Son, Jesus, in union with the masses said throughout the world today, for all the holy souls in purgatory, for sinners everywhere, for sinners in the universal church, those in my own home and within my family. Amen.”
The Heroic Act of Charity Prayer: A lot of devoted people regard this prayer as especially powerful, calling to mind as it does call on a powerful intercessor with our Lord, His Mother, the Blessed Virgin Mary!
“Heavenly Father, in union with the merits of Jesus and Mary, I offer to You for the sake of the poor souls all the satisfactory value of my works during life, as well as all that will be done for me after death. I give You my all through the hands of the Immaculate Virgin Mary that she may set free whatever souls she pleases, according to her heavenly wisdom and mother’s love for them. Receive this offering, O God, and grant me in return an increase of Your grace. Amen.”
Pray for those that are in purgatory and they will pray for you.
(use and reproduction of this commission design is ONLY permitted for the artist and original commissioner. For those interested in custom designs you can check out my information and policies here.)
The full version of the large illustration I finished last week! One of my favorite things I’ve had the chance to work on– know I say that about like, everything, but truly I always love being able to work on large complex projects like this. I took a lot of inspiration from medieval and orthodox-style artwork to bring this to life using a lot of reds and bold colors, which I really enjoyed.
The high-res and unwatermarked version, as well as the lineart-only version is available to view on patre0n as usual.
[ID: a vertical sleeve illustration made up of three angel inspired patterns and designs, connected loosely by firey patterns. The top design is of a six-winged seraph with a red halo surrounded by orange flame and surrounded by eye designs, the text around the angelic figure reads “Holy, Holy, Holy, is the Lord of Hosts / The whole earth is full with his Glory”. The second image below it is of an Ophan, or wheeled angel with three interlinked rings covered with eyes with brown irisies and flanked with two pairs of wings, surrounded by red and blue flames. The text around it reads “Holy Holy Holy is the Lord God Almighty / who was and is and is to come / Worthy are you our Lord and God to receive Glory and Honor and Power”. The Third image is of two intertwined winged serpent figures with green leaves and branches behind them. The serpents have red haloes and have bodies covered with eyes with brown irises. The text around them reads “For you created all things / and by your will they existed and were created.” The last three images are detail shots of the larger image focusing on the three main elements. /end ID]
Ok so this post is extremely long and I put it all together for my blogs Feeling sad page but as I don’t have a huge amount of followers I realize so many people are not seeing this information so I’m posting it here too!
alternatives without harming yourself:
holding/squeezing ice.
splashing your face with water.
getting a rubber band and snapping it against your skin (this could hurt, though it’s better than other ways that people usually choose to self-harm).
take a hot shower or bath.
eat something sour. it will take your mind of the urge. (lemon, sour lollies)
massage where you want to self-harm.
get a red pen or red paint and draw/paint over where you usually self-harm.
remind yourself as to why you shouldn’t do it. (scars, harms organs, leave memories etc…)
describe what you are feeling. (is the urge/pain in your chest, fists, legs, arms, head).
killing yourself will not help. it is not a solution.
you have your whole life ahead of you. you have so many more years that you can accomplish things in. for example;
A bowl halfway filled with water, alongside some salt (the feminine/passive/downward triangle). An incense (preferably frankincense, myrrh or both - one can also use a planetary incense if consecrating a planetary talisman. the masculine/active/upward triangles.
First begin by doing the following
I exorcize thee, creatures of spices, by He who has created the heavens, the earth, the sea and all therein. I implore Him to expel from thee, all shades of phantasms or malefic forces, and in them set the shackles that they may not hurt nor horrify any other soul. I bless the, after this thy exorcism, by He who in the finger of His Divinity has created the Heavens, the Earth, the Waters, all therein, cast and healed numerous plagues, restored health to the severely ill and has produced most wondrous miracles. Oremus - Lord, from the finger of thy hand, lay upon this holy incense that the aromatics and virtues of its holy grace be pleasing unto thee, and empowered ten fold, that the spirits invoked by it’s holy grace, extended by thee, be obtained quickly and my will be done. Through Our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen.
I exorcize thee, creature of water, by He who has formed unto himself, by himself, that neither phantasm, nor darkness, nor shades restless may abide in thee and that they are cast out by the Holy Names, I do exorcize thee in the Name of God, and cast out all phantasms from thee by Him. Amen.
Sprinkle salt into the water
Be purified by the Living God, the God of Israel, by the Saints, by the Angels, By the Cross, By The Lamb that taketh away the Sins of the World, be purified, I say, in the name of all Holy Names, those utter and unuttered for God liveth forevermore. Be encharged, ye holy creature, to be remedy and purifcation, remit us of our sins, be blessed by the Divine Father. Oremus - Lord, we bid thee, place thine grace and the grace of thine celestial hierarchy upon this water, that has containeth the life of man, and in doing so, grant that it may be used to the purposes of this work. Amen.
Signt the cross over the items three times in the Name of the Trinity.
Light the incense, place a circle of salt around the water, talisman and incense and begin.
Hold the talisman or amulet over the water and aay - I cleanse and consecrate thee by water in the name of He that liveth and reigneth evermore. (sign the cross over the water using the item to seal the blessing, during it you should imagine a light from the water entering into the amulet or talisman)
Hold it over the incense and say - I cleanse and consecrate thee by fire in the name of He that liveth and Reigneth Evermore. (sign the cross over the incense to seal the blessing, again imagine a light going into it from the smoke).
Place the talisman down onto the table before the incense and water and sign the cross over it three times saying By the Lord, it is done, fiat, amen.
Then leave it until the incense burns down, taking it then and placing it somewhere safe or using it in your next working.
If it has a specific intent, you may change around the prayers or after the ritual, pray a psalm or other prayer corresponding to the need over it three times, then again leaving it until the incense has burnt down.
An underworld angel, witness to millennia of human callousness and violence, leads the newest lost soul down into the bowels of Hades. However, this will be a very different journey than all the times before. Loosely inspired by the Harrowing of Hell, “The Wanderer" tells the story of a dead man and the people he loved when he was alive–and continued to love beyond death. CW for injury/body horror/mild blood.
A HUGE thanks to everyone who bought the PDF and physical booklet versions–they are still available on my store for order, with the PDF version on gumroad containing exclusive commentary not found in the booklet version! As well as to my Patreon supporters who were very encouraging and supportive during the creation of this comic as well–I poured a lot of personal feelings into this comic, some on purpose, some that just leaked in unintentionally–and I can’t tell you how much I appreciate all of it! I sincerely hope people can read it and get something out it as well.
This comic is 35 pages long, so please read the rest below the readmore (CW: body horror, mild blood, mild nudity):
Christopagan drawing down The Pink/Seed Moon Ritual:
Pink/Seed Moon: (April)
Four Elements/Quarters Candles
Gold and Silver Candles
Chalice/Bowl
Drinking-Water
Cakes and Ale
Crystals for charging: Beryl, chrysolite, diamond, garnet, meteorite, peridot, ruby, sapphire, sard, topaz and zircon.
Info: This is the season for planting the seeds that you hope will flourish in the coming season of growth and fertility. Since the whole phase of this particular moon is about growth and new beginnings. On the Full Moon, it is finally time to take all those thoughts and ideas you’ve had simmering on the back burner for the past few months and bring them to life. If you want that new job, to have a child, to bring love into your life, this is the time for new beginnings. The trees are budding, bulbs have sprouted (with some already blooming), birds are busy building their nests, the deadness of winter has passed and a new season of growth is upon us all.
Before you start make sure you have all that you need for the ritual by laying out your crystals, fill up the chalice/bowl with drinking water, place your candles and put out your food on a separate table. Then sage the area to make your sacred space and cast your circle, Invoke the elements, then God and Mary. Once you are done with the invocations turn to your altar and hold your arms open wide looking up to the Moon and chant:
Oh Mother Mary bless (me or us) with this Pink/Seed Moon. I ask you to bring new life, opportunities and self growth for (myself/ourselves). Please assist (me/us) in growing the seeds in (my/our) garden(s) and to also help with the seeds of opportunity (I’ve/we) planted in (my/our) (life/lives).
May they bring prosperity, hope and love into (my/our) (life/lives).
Take this time to reflect upon your goals that you want to achieve this month. Once done, raise up your chalice/bowl and chant:
The moon is the symbol of our holy mother, her purity and wisdom is great and all-knowing, and (I or we) honor her on this holy night.
Until the time when the moon becomes full again, please keep a watchful eye over (me or us) Oh blessed mother. In God and your name, we pray.
Amen
Take a drink from the chalice/bowl now that’s has turned into moon water and share if you have others participating in the ritual.
Thank God and Mary, then release the elements and you’re done! Keep your crystals out for this moon and make sure you remember to take them in the next day.
If you want you can either have a party or just celebrate by yourself; it’s up to you. Have fun and be safe!
March 6, 2022: A Ukrainian woman dressed in military attire prays inside the Saints Peter and Paul Garrison Church in Lviv, western Ukraine.
(AP Photo/Bernat Armangue)
Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil; May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; And do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, thrust into hell Satan and all evil spirits who wander through the world for the ruin of souls. Amen
I rewrote/ recreated a Litany to Our Lady that I thought I’d share here in case it could be of use to anyone else. I used to be Catholic, and I always liked the Litany of Loreto but I’ve been wanting something a little less Church-centered nowadays. I love Mary’s titles in Latin, so I still included some of those (I hope I translated the new ones I added correctly!). The opening prayer is based on Our Lady of Guadalupe’s words to Juan Diego, and the closing prayer is a mix of the Sub Tuum Praesidium (the oldest known Marian prayer) and one of the closing prayers of the Divine Mercy Chaplet.
It is Christ Himself, not the Bible, who is the true word of God. The Bible, read in the right spirit and with the guidance of good teachers will bring us to Him… But we must not use the Bible (our fathers too often did) as a sort of Encyclopedia out of which texts (isolated from their context and not read without attention to the whole nature & purport of the books in which they occur) can be taken for use as weapons.
The first use for cemetery water is to connect with the dead. Because this water is infused with death energy, its function is similar to graveyard dirt.
Put cemetery water into death witch or necromancy-related spells. I used some in my spirit work oil andnecromancy ink. You can also add it to salves and oils (not on the body). Dipping a candle in it (not the wick!) and letting it dry might enhance a candle spell. Add a tiny bit to dampen your herbal smoking blend should you want to go hedgecrossing or divine.
To simplify, view cemetery water as a spirit work booster. Anything you add it to should help you connect with the dead.
Another use for cemetery water is lecanomancy, otherwise known as water scrying. Since ancient Rome, necromancers have peered into water to receive messages from the dead.
To practice water scrying, grab a clear bowl (glass is ideal) and pour cemetery water into it. Make sure that the bowl is not too dark; you want to see the water. Light a candle and keep it nearby to illuminate the space. Some people put a bit of olive oil into the water, but that is not necessary. Breathe evenly, clear your mind, and peer into the water. See what the dead wish to show you.
Protection with Cemetery Water
Another potential use for cemetery water is protection. Depending on the folklore, even imitating water can protect you from spirits.
Rub cemetery water onto your windows and doors to ward your home. While leaving a cemetery, toss some water behind you so that spirits don’t follow you home. Painting certain objects in the color of water might dissuade spirits from touching them. Include it in washes to cleanse your divination tools.
• Crystals for charging: Amber, amazonite, beryl, chrysoprase, garnet, hematite, jet, onyx and rubellite.
Info:
During this month the wolves once roamed the countryside, thus suggesting the name wolf moon. This is a good time for planning your year, what do you want to accomplish this year? Set some goals and plan how to achieve them.
Before you start make sure you have all that you need for the ritual by laying out your crystals, fill up the chalice/bowl with drinking water, place your candles and put out your food on a separate table. Then sage the area to make your sacred space and cast your circle. Invoke the elements, then God and Mary. Once you are done with the invocations turn to your altar and hold your arms open wide looking up to the Moon and chant:
Oh, Mother Mary bless (me or us) with this Wolf Moon,
I ask that you guide (me or us) with heightened awareness, fill (me or us) with Determination and focus (my or our) energy for this New Year.
Take this time to reflect upon the goals that you want to achieve this month. Once done, raise up your chalice/bowl and chant:
The moon is the symbol of our holy mother, her purity and wisdom are great and all-knowing, and (I or we) honor her on this holy night.
Until the time when the moon becomes full again, please keep a watchful eye over (me or us) Oh blessed mother. In God and your name, we pray. Amen
Take a drink from the chalice/bowl now that’s has turned into moon water and share if you have others participating in the ritual.
Thank God and Mary, then release the elements, and you are done! Keep your crystals out for this moon and make sure you remember to take them in the next day.
Have fun after the ritual, you can either have a party or just celebrate by yourself; it’s up to you.
For all my witches out there, here’s a handy list of the 2022 dates for the major holidays, full and new moons, and special events. I’ve listed my sources at the bottom. Dates and times for all events are calculated for Eastern Standard Time, USA, Northern Hemisphere. Adjust for your location as needed. Enjoy!
WOTY Holidays and Solstices
February 1-2 - Imbolc
March 20 - Spring Equinox / Ostara
May 1 - Beltane
June 21 - Summer Solstice / Midsummer
August 1 - Lughnasadh
September 22 - Autumn Equinox / Mabon
October 31 - Samhain
December 21 - Winter Solstice / Yule
Full Moons
January 17 - Wolf Moon ♋️
February 16 - Snow Moon ♌️
March 18 - Worm Moon ♍️
April 16 - Pink Moon ♎️
May 16 - Flower Moon ♏️
June 14 - Strawberry Moon ♐️
July 13 - Thunder Moon (aka Buck Moon) ♑️
August 11 - Sturgeon Moon ♒️
September 10 - Harvest Moon ♓️
October 9 - Hunter’s Moon (aka Blood Moon) ♈️
November 8 - Frost Moon ♉️
December 7 - Cold Moon ♊️
Fun Fact: The title of Harvest Moon is given to either the September or October full moon, whichever falls closest to the autumn equinox. In 2022, that month will be September.
New Moons
January 2 ♑️
February 1 ♒️
March 2 ♓️
April 1 ♈️
April 30 ♉️
May 30 ♊️
June 29 ♋️
July 28 ♌️
August 27 ♍️
September 25 ♎️
October 25 ♏️
November 23 ♐️
December 23 ♑️
Special Events
April 30 - Black Moon & Partial Solar Eclipse (10:42pm EST)
May 16 - Total Lunar Eclipe (12:11am EST, coinciding with zenith)
June 14 - Supermoon
July 13 - Supermoon
October 25 - Partial Solar Eclipe (11:01am EST)
November 8 - Total Lunar Eclipse (5:59am EST, coinciding with zenith)
Y'all this is very special! UPLift Herbs is offering our first group service! . This year on December 12th, the Feast day of Our Lady of Guadalupe we will be holding service, giving thanks and petitioning La Reina Morena for her blessing. . She can grant any request but will only do so if the petition serves your highest good. If you put faith in her, she will never forsake you. . We have more information on our Instagram page @upliftherbs. If you’d like to learn more or sign up you can DM us on Instagram, Dm @brujeria-n-bongs on Tumblr, or email us at [email protected].
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Tomorrow begins a 9-day process of prayer, ritual, and offering thanks called a novena. We sit in service, make offerings, and ask for Guadalupe to give strength and compassion. We bless seeds for the coming year and charge the petition candles over these 9 days. On the 9th and final day of the novena, which will be her feast day (Dec 12th) we’ll light a candle for each participant in the ritual, read their petition, make offerings in their honor, and help some people out. . You do not have to know anything about Guadalupe. We are not Christians, you don’t have to be either. . No petition is guaranteed. Coming with honest intent, an open heart and a genuine need for help will always guarantee a response from Guadalupe. . Catholicism is used as a spiritual skeleton (somewhat) for me but as I’ve developed my craft it’s grown so much more and is far past religion. I truly follow Guadalupe for Guadalupe and view her as a multi-faceted divine being. Not just white-God’s baby maker and I am not into terf divine feminine shit either so miss me, unsubscribe, and die angry if you can for wombyan Spirituality sorry. . Guadalupe, to me, is the seasons of growth and decay she’s the embodiment of our Earth; the corn, the trees, and all the land are under her influence. Because of her power, she can grant any request, however, Guadalupe will only grant you the opportunity that serves your highest good. Basically, once you give her permission, she flips your life upside down and rebuilds you. Her presence is perfumed with roses and feels like being purified by fire. . Anyway, I’m done rambling/feel exposed talking about spiritual things. If you need help, you need good luck, you want to grow, need a miracle, looking for love, looking for work, needing money, lost and needing guidance, or in need of protection, compassion, and love join the service and Madre Guadalupe will hook you up. .
