This is the monthly lay mass. It is more elaborate than other masses, and as other masses, features music, dance, alcohol and certain drugs (mostly aphrodisiacs). The monthly mass will include one or more special rituals. The most common of these is the “Great Tithing” in which adherents lay a donation of silver on the altar before prostrating themselves before the high priestess to receive her blessing. Her words of comfort typically include flattery to Halea and the adherent, and advice on sexual or financial success.
The
consumption of certain “blessed foods” by the congregation is
important. This ritual meal symbolizes the adherent’s fealty to Halea
and belief in the pleasures she provides. The dishes usually contain a
mild drug and many worshippers claim to be transported to Corsilea after
eating the sacred food.