Elena and Kevin Shuff had 17 days with their son Michael Kevin before the newborn’s death on Dec. 26, 2022. The Advent season is a period of complicated emotions for the north suburban couple. They ...

Over 75 clergy and congregants gathered to support detained immigrants and acknowledge community grief during the holiday ...

If you’re facing this holiday season grieving for a lost loved one, filled with anxiety or just feeling blue, you can seek ...

While for many people the holiday season is a time of joy, hope and family togetherness, for others the season can be challenging. The First Congregational Church in Shrewsbury will host a Blue ...

Holiday of hope is there for those struggling emotionally, says pastor of event. Paul Metzloff, pastor of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Kingston, will lead a ‘Blue Christmas’ service Dec. 20 at 2 ...

The Rev. Camille May speaks during a Blue Christmas service at Highland Park United Methodist Church in Dallas on Thursday, Dec. 14. Allison Slomowitz / Special Contributor In 2015, Dallas-area ...

Blue Christmas service Dec. 7 at 2|42 Community Church creates a welcoming space for grief and healing during the holidays.

• A Blue Christmas service for those who are mourning or find themselves depressed or anxious will be at 5 p.m. Dec. 22 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1120 Harvey Ave., Greensburg. A Christmas ...

During this holiday season, people grieving the loss of loved ones are welcome to attend a special Blue Christmas Service of Remembrance on Friday, Dec. 6, at 11 a.m. in the Village Church Chapel at ...

While for many people the holiday season is a time of joy, hope and family togetherness, for others the season can be challenging. “I find people feel many emotions during the holidays,” said the Rev.

Area houses of worship have an option, sometimes known as a “Blue Christmas” service, to minister to those dealing with these complex emotions during the holidays. Here are some of the services that ...