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Dear Friends,
This Sunday, I neglected an important announcement:
Some Advents and Christmases are difficult and painful. Something or someone may be missing. It can be hard to grieve for what is missing in the midst of bright lights and Christmas cheer. It is fitting that on the longest night of the year, when our hemisphere is at its darkest, we make space for the dark places in our souls.
We invite you to The Longest Night Service where you may bring your losses, grief, and sadness to a place where they may be held gently and sacredly. During this service, we honor our sufferings and enfold them in the promise of the Incarnation. This is a service of scripture, poems, prayers, and music.
We will have a candle-lighting ritual in recognition of the losses and griefs on our hearts. You may share yours during a candle lighting ceremony. All are welcome.
Longest Night Service
Thursday, December 21st, 2023, 2 pm
Cathedral Nave, In-Person Only
Lane Hensley+
Interim Dean
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