Planned primarily by Stephen Ministers, this service provides a quiet, contemplative service as an alternative to the more traditional gatherings as a way to care for those who are sad or struggling whilst those around them are caught up in celebrating.

Services like this provide an opportunity for people to hear not about the joy of Christmas, which can feel very far away this time of year. Rather, we focus on the God of love who comes to us in the midst of the mess and pain we know in our own everyday lives and the lives of those around us. On 12/19/21 from 5:00pm-7:00pm, anyone is welcome to come to the Peace sanctuary and pray, light a candle in honor of a loved one, talk to a caring Stephen Minister, or simply meditate.