Blue Christmas Service

On December 23, AT 7:00 pm there will be a special service called "Blue Christmas". At the Federated Church of Norfolk. The seasons of Advent and Christmas are an emotionally charged time. There is a great deal of pressure placed on people not only to spend a lot of money, but also to feel a certain way and experience a particularly joyous mood. All of this is coupled with an emphasis on remembering togetherness, and family. For those who are hurting -for any number of reasons-the atmosphere of this time of year can amplify feelings of pain, grief, loneliness or despair.

The Blue Christmas worship service provides a setting where people can come together, acknowledge their pain and be reassured that they are not alone with their feelings-that nothing is wrong with the feelings they may be having--and to experience the message of God's unconditional love which is at the heart of this season.

12/3/2003

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