Christmas is all around. The pressure to sing, be joyful, and smile can be overwhelming. We may be grieving, struggling, and feeling challenges that nobody wants to hear about or knows how to help with. The Longest Night is a service where we can be honest before God that we our hearts are heavy. We can hear the Christmas message in a way that does not require a happy response. We can find a space where we can just be with God as we are. We can give thanks for hope without pretending everything is all fixed.

The Prophet Isaiah wrote that the people who walked in darkness have seen a great light. it is for us, in our griefs, worries, and struggles that Christ was born. We invite you to come to hear words of consolation and hope and share in the healing touch of Christ.

Communion is a part of the service. In the Episcopal Church, all baptized Christians of any church or denomination are welcome to receive. Those who are not comfortable receiving communion for any reason are welcome to come for a blessing. Anointing and prayers for healing will also be offered for those who desire them.