Opening Prayer: In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Psalmody: Select a short psalm or portion of a psalm for reflection.
Example: Psalm 121
- I lift up my eyes to the hills— where does my help come from?… (Reflect on the chosen psalm and its relevance to finding solace in nature.)
Hymn: Choose a Celtic hymn or a hymn that resonates with the themes of peace and rest.
Example: “Be Thou My Vision” or “The King of Love My Shepherd Is”
Reading from Celtic Christian Writings: Select a passage from Celtic saints or spiritual writings.
Example: From the “Carmina Gadelica” or the sayings of St. Brigid
Reflection: Pause and reflect on the reading, contemplating the interconnectedness of creation and the divine.
Intercessory Prayer: Pray for yourself, loved ones, and the world, with a focus on harmony with nature.
Example:
- For the healing of the Earth and restoration of balance,
- For those who labor for justice and conservation,
- For a deepened awareness of our connection to all living beings.
The Lord’s Prayer: Our Father, who art in heaven…
Closing Prayer: May the peace of the Triune God envelop me like the mist over the moors, granting me restful sleep. Amen.
Blessing: May the blessings of the Sacred Three be upon me and all creation, weaving us into the tapestry of divine love. Amen.
Closing Hymn: Conclude with a short hymn or chant, embracing the peace of the Celtic twilight.
Example: “An Evening Blessing” or “Deep Peace of the Running Wave”
Feel free to adjust and personalize this liturgy further, embracing the Celtic spirituality’s reverence for creation and the divine presence in all things.
The Order of St. Patrick 