Writing Brigit


Writing Brigit

Many years ago I wrote my first Brigit prayer. Poem. Blessing... I have been writing them ever since, but seldom publish them. Some are carefully researched and crafted, some are simple and straight from the heart. (Belated update: I did eventually publish a book called A Brigit of Ireland Devotional - Sun Among Stars. It contains many of my Brigit poems and prayers, essays, and resources.)

The prayers and blessings of my sisters in the Daughters of the Flame and other Brigit-loving women and men, living and long-dead, fill me with surprise and delight, as well.

I would like to share some of these writings with you.

Following is the one that signs off each of my emails, a reminder to guide my words and intentions with care when I write to anyone. It's as good a place to start as any.


Flame Offering

In the name of the three Brigits

I light the candle of my heart

May I offer it to everyone

gentle and steady

warm and bright



20 October 2026

"An Invitation" by Drew Beeman

 


An Invitation 



Beloved Brig before

Beloved Brig behind

Beloved Brig beyond

Bring us your blessing beloved Brig



Your fires flare forging us

Your heart hearkens healing us

Your words work wonders with us

Your care for the cowless considers us

Your hospitality heartens us

Your judgements bring justice to us

Your bountiful brews bolster us

Your calls and keening keep us

Your fertile fields fulfill us



Bring us your blessing beloved Brig

Beloved Brig before

Beloved Brig behind

Beloved Brig beyond







Image: "Young Oak, Killarney" by Mael Brigde (2023).


Note: This poem is written in the Rosc style of Irish poetry. Original posting here.



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