Clear altar space and clean area thoroughly
Spread altar cloth

Sacred altar, Realm of visions, symbol of the integrated being, the ground beneath our feet, accept and support the weight of my intent. Prepare the way for good works and offerings as they are mutually beneficial to all

Set center object

Blessed catalyst of the center, representative of the mysterious void. Anchor this altar for all other things placed here. O entity of center, element of universal self, blessed be.

Set altar objects from center out, clockwise starting with east.

O entity of [direction], element of [element], blessed be

Purify the space

By this incense, I cleanse this space

Light incense and encircle the altar with the smoke

By Air and Fire, sanctify
(Place athame in fire, draw pentagram over altar)
By Water and Earth, purify
(Place water in chalice, put dipping stone in water and bless each quarter)
Through the blessings of the Goddess and the God, I claim this altar space sacred.
(Place tip of athame into chalice)

Light goddess candle
O light of Goddess Moon, the great feminine one, bless this altar and all the work upon it done.
Light God candle
O light of God Sun, the great masculine one, Bless this altar and all the work upon it done.
Light child candle
O light of Child star, the great mysterious one, bless this altar and all the work upon it done.

Meditate for a few moments concentrating on the altar, then:
O powers that here congregate to righteous work this I dedicate
to it my will and purpose integrate this sacred altar I hereby consecrate.

Ring bell