Blue Christmas Services to be held for those experiencing loss
It may be a “Blue Christmas” for many of those who have experienced loss in their lives or who are needing support during the holidays.
Blue Christmas, a service of hope and healing, will be held at various churches again this year. The services are for those whose heart is heavy because of burdens this past year or years.
The services are open to the public. These services offer music, scripture readings, prayers, mediation, and more.
Blue Christmas services in the area are as follows:
BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICE – Dec. 17, 5:30pm, Grace Cathedral, 701 SW 8th Ave. If this season feels heavy or grief-filled, you don’t have to carry it alone. Join 5:30pm in St. Mary’s Chapel for our Blue Christmas service—a quiet space for comfort, reflection, and hope. (785) 235-3457; info@gracecathedraltopeka.org
BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICE – Dec. 19, 6:30pm, Highland Park UMC, 2914 SE Michigan Ave. This special service offers music, scripture, and prayer to bring peace and hope. Handicap parking is available. Please enter through the west doors off Michigan Ave. All are welcome—members, neighbors, newcomers. Invite a friend who may need this time of comfort. (785) 266-6555; highlandpark@hp-umc.org
BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICE – Dec. 21, 4-5pm, Stull Community of Faith, 1596 E. 250th Rd, Lecompton. Blue Christmas- is a worship event offered during the holiday season for those who are experiencing grief, loss, or pain, and who may feel estranged from the overwhelming joy of the Christmas season. Questions: pastor@stullcoff.com
–Lee Hartman | Metro Voice
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