Simple Ancestral Veneration Rite
The first thing to do is to prepare a candle. The candle represents light, the eternal nature of the soul and the fire that is passed down through the generations. It can be a white candle, though the colours may vary based on your personal preference or accessibility. Holding the candle in your flames, imbue it with the heartfire declaring:
"I consecrate this candle to my ancestors, to those who prayed for me, to those who guide me and protect me, to those who strengthen me on a daily basis. I light this candle that those who are my fortunate ancestors may guide me and be present with me in my daily life. Let no unfortunate or evil ancestors, lemures or larvae come into this ritual."
Thereafter, the candle is placed on the altar. A white cloth should generally be used. The candle can be placed on a bed of rice and lit. Water should then be taken and held to the heartfire:
"I consecrate this water to my ancestors, that they may never thirst."
Thereafter, a small bowl of sugar, sweets, bread or something your ancestors would like is brought to the heartfire:
"I consecrate this meal to my ancestors that they may never hunger."
Both of which are placed on the altar. You can then sit and simply pray for a moment, asking for your ancestors' elevation, their protection and guidance, their wisdom and stories. You can recite prayers to your Ancient Ancestors, to Warrior Ancestors, to your Clan/Lineage Ancestors and to your family's patron deities from before conversion, to their saints and spirits post conversion and so on.
