A “Blue Christmas” service for those who grieve. Friday, December 21st, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Open to the public.

“Blue Christmas,” or “Longest Night,” is a service of worship designed for people suffering with pain, loss, isolation and grief in the Advent season. As Nancy Townely says, “On this night, or anytime this service is presented, we remember those for whom the holidays are not joyful; they are lonely, in mourning, feeling alienated and cast apart from family celebrations; they are experiencing depression and sadness and yet are often compelled to ‘put on a happy face’ for others, denying their true feelings.” The service is often held on or around December 21, the “longest night” of the year.