Material components:
We usually have everyone arrive 1/2-1 hour before the ritual begins. When it’s time, we gather everyone at the table and:
Light candles. Say the candle blessing:
We light these candles to bring clarity and beauty to our gathering. May they remind us to stay present with each other as long as they are burning.
Pass around the phone basket. It is optional but recommended for attendees to place their phone in the basket for the duration.
Have everyone fill their wine/juice glasses.
Sing Landsailor together.
Raise our glasses and drink.
Thank everyone who brought food this week.
Announcements (upcoming events, cancellations, etc.).
Joys and concerns: Give everyone at the table a chance to pipe up with any life events of the past week that they want to share.
Ask if anyone has a discussion question (or: if the leader has one in mind, they share it).
Eat! And discuss, as desired.
After the meal, don’t forget to ask attendees to help clean up before they leave.