Blue Christmas: A Service of Healing and Hope is a service of scripture, stories, special music, silent reflection and healing prayer for those not so merry and hurting this time of year.
It is a time to recognize that Christmas can be a bittersweet time of the year. The constant refrain we hear about getting together with family, reminds many people of what and who they have lost, or what they never had. The anguish of broken relationships, the insecurity of unemployment, the weariness of ill health, the loss of a loved one, the pain of isolation- all these can make us feel very much alone in the midst of the festive season.
All of this is compounded by the deepening darkness of the year which is darkest and longest on Dec 21 which is why sometimes this service is called the Service of the Longest Night. We need space and time to acknowledge our sadness and fears. We need to know that we are not alone. We need to know God’s presence during this season. We need HOPE. And that HOPE has been revealed.
So on the almost longest night of the year, we invite you to experience a meditative worship service that takes time for remembering, sharing our hurting places with God, and preparing our hearts for the coming of Christ.
Join with us to hear scripture, offer prayers for healing and wholeness, and to hear song that acknowledges that God’s presence is for those who mourn, for those who grieve, for those who struggle. God’s Word comes to shines light in our darkness.
This is also a wonderful way to remember those you know you might be in need.
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