A spiritual gathering is often referred to as a SEANCE, which is a French word meaning 'SESSION'. A SEANCE is a gathering of people who come together to communicate with spirits or the dead. It usually involves the use of a medium, who acts as a conduit between the living and the dead. During a SEANCE, participants may attempt to contact spirits through various methods such as chanting, meditation, and the use of tools such as tarot cards. Seances are often used to seek guidance, comfort, or closure from the spirit world.