Sometimes "Merry Christmas" is just not so merry.
You or someone you know may struggle with finding joy this Christmas, because of a recent change or loss due to death, divorce, sickness, or unfortunate and tragic circumstances. The constant refrain on the radio and television, in shopping malls and churches, about the happiness of the season, about getting together with family and friends, reminds many people of what they have lost. The anguish of broken relationships, the insecurity of unemployment, the weariness of ill health, the pain of isolation - all these can make us feel very empty in the midst of celebrating and spending. Adding to this blue mood is the darkest day of the year, the winter solstice, which falls on December 21st of 2025.
The Cornerstone Community Wellness Center is offering a Blue Christmas Candlelight Community Service on December 12th, 2025 at 6:30 pm. All are welcome and encouraged to bring a friend.
Come experience a simple time of music, readings, and reflection that acknowledge Emmanuel, God with us, in the midst of hard times. You might be surprised by how many people need this kind of service during the season of Christmas.
The short service will be followed by a brief time of light refreshments and fellowship.
Childcare will be available.
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