This monthly online gathering offers a gentle and sacred space for those who have experienced the death of someone they love. It will be a gathering where love and loss are honoured together; a place of witness, reflection and companionship.
Dates: the second Thursday of every month, 7pm-8.30pm. Our next gathering will be held on Thursday 11th June 2026. Please note there will be no circle in May.
The Shining Darkness Bereavement circle gathers online once a month to share, listen and remember those who we miss and love. This is not a space that tries to fix or hurry grief, but one where we tend to it together with compassion and presence.
What to Expect
We begin each circle by lighting a candle and offering a short poem or reflection. There is no fixed topic or theme and the evening unfolds naturally by simply allowing each person to be witnessed. There is no pressure to speak and you are welcome to share or be in silence, whatever feels right for you in the moment. We close with a blessing or a ritual.
Confidentiality, deep listening, and self-care form the heart of our agreements.
Each gathering lasts around 90 minutes and we close with a blessing or a ritual.
Practicalities
When: Every month, starting in January, 7pm-8.30pm on the second Thursday of the month. The next dates will be: Thursday 11th June, Thursday 9th July, Thursday 13th August.
Where: online via Zoom
Contribution: Free to attend. Donations are welcome, with a suggested amount of £10–£20 per gathering.
Facilitator: Selena King
After you register, you’ll receive a confirmation message and later an email with the Zoom link and simple preparation notes.
Register to Join
If you would like to join us, please register using the link below. You’ll be asked to read and agree to a few simple guidelines that help us hold the circle with care.
Register for Shining Darkness Bereavement Circle
Please note: this circle may not be suitable if you are experiencing acute grief or currently receiving intensive therapeutic support. We recommend waiting until you are at least 6 months bereaved before attending this gathering, as it is not designed to hold the intense feelings that can be felt immediately after a loved one has died.
If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch with us at [email protected]