In her "Longest Night" service on Dec. 21 at Unionville Presbyterian, the Rev. Annalie Korengel did a beautiful job describing the disconnect that a great many people feel at this time of year: How can you feel jolly like you're "supposed to" at Christmastime when you're grieving for a loved one or suffering from the misery of depression?
Light, hope and faith will gradually conquer the darkness, she assured us, just like the hours of welcome daylight gradually lengthen as we get past the Winter Solstice. Part of the opening prayer was, "Help us know that You are present with us in all of our moods and feelings and seasons."
The 45-minute service also included New Testament readings, a hymn, Christmas carols and a candle-lighting ceremony to remember those who have passed.
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