Longest Night Service

Lauren LaRocca, The Frederick News-Post, Md.
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Dec. 15—The holiday season can be filled with excitement and anticipation. As the days grow shorter and the nights longer, Christians await the birth of the Christ child within us.

However, the holidays can also be a time of sadness, stress and busy-ness that leave little room for praise and thanksgiving. The death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, recovery from addiction, illness and financial struggles all mirror the lengthening of the nights at this time of the year.

Evangelical Reformed United Church of Christ will offer its annual Longest Night Service at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 22 in the main sanctuary. There will be gentle music, readings and a time for quiet reflection. There will also be an opportunity to light a candle in memory of a loved one, as a sign of hope. A time of refreshment and fellowship will follow the service.

The church is located at 15 W. Church St., Frederick. Call 301-662-2762 for more information.