‘Blue Christmas’ service scheduled

ISLAND FALLS, Maine — Whittier Congregational Church will host a “Blue Christmas” service on Friday, Dec. 21 at 7 p.m.
    “For many people, the approaching Christmas holiday does not bring with it the joy and happiness that is advertised on television or in greeting cards,” said Pastor Michael Kasevich. “They may be facing a holiday after the death of a loved one or after a divorce. Perhaps they have been unable to have a child or have suffered through an emotional trauma. Or perhaps they feel pressured and overwhelmed by holiday preparations.”
All are welcome to join the special service and light a candle “to remember a loved one, to remember a loss or to remember a relationship.”
The church, located at 15 Burleigh St. in Island Falls, can be reached by calling 463-2653.