vigil

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gathering in peace and support; peaceful group of people gathered with candles and kind thoughts

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Tonight, Sheila will join a group of people who are gathering together. This group will meet at night and light candles as they have a vigil. They will support each other and focus on a person or situation together.

Vigils are a way to show kindness and help support people. Sometimes, these events help people remember an important person, and at other times, they help people share their joy or sadness. Did you ever go to a vigil? When you need support, who do you meet with?

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“Are you going to the vigil for the people lost in the plane crash?”

“While he was sick, his family kept vigil near him.”

“There is a vigil tonight to prepare for the holiday tomorrow.”