Silent Supper (for Ancestral Remembrance) in Leominster, MA

***This is a FREE event and will be held at First Church UU of Leominster (which is VERY Pagan welcoming. The Lay Minister is Pagan). Please visit their site for parking and location info. See details below.**

Honor your beloved dead and ancestors with a shared meal held in ritual silence. A Silent Supper is a reverent, reflective gathering where we eat together quietly, set a place for the unseen guests, and remember those who have crossed the veil.

## What to Expect

• 6:45–6:55 PM Doors open, altar setup, and seating (quiet voices please)
• 7:00 PM Brief opening and intention setting
• 7:05–7:50 PM Potluck meal in complete silence
• 7:50–8:10 PM Candle-lighting and optional reading of names
• 8:10–8:20 PM Closing & gratitude
• 8:20–8:40 PM Quiet cleanup and gentle transition (soft conversation after the ritual is released)

## Potluck Guidelines

• Bring a ready-to-serve dish that honors your heritage, a loved one, or seasonal foods.
• Label ingredients and common allergens (gluten, dairy, nuts, etc.) and bring a serving utensil.
• No alcohol, please. Water and tea provided.

## What to Bring (optional but welcome)

• A photo or small memento for the communal ancestor altar
• A candle in a safe holder (LED candles welcome)
• A written list of names you wish to honor
• A journal and pen for reflections
• Wear dark/neutral attire if you like; comfort comes first.

## Ritual Etiquette

• Phones silenced; no photos or recording during the ritual.
• We maintain complete silence from the moment we are seated until the closing.
• If you need to step out, please do so quietly.

## Who This Is For

All paths and levels of experience are welcome. This is a grief-sensitive space—come as you are.

Questions or want to volunteer for setup/cleanup? Please message Shay (the group Organizer) on Meetup.