HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Worship Service - 10 AM
First Baptist in Hope Valley, 1059 Main Street, (PO Box 326) Hope Valley, Rhode Island 02832 -- (401) 539-7553
A “BLUE CHRISTMAS” SERVICE FOR THOSE WHO GRIEVE.
A “BLUE CHRISTMAS” SERVICE FOR THOSE WHO GRIEVE.
A “BLUE CHRISTMAS” SERVICE FOR THOSE WHO GRIEVE.
“Blue Christmas,” or “Longest Night,” is a service of worship designed for people suffering with pain, loss, isolation and grief in the Advent season. As Nancy Townely says, “On this night, or anytime this service is presented, we remember those for whom the holidays are not joyful; they are lonely, in mourning, feeling alienated and cast apart from family celebrations; they are experiencing depression and sadness and yet are often compelled to ‘put on a happy face’ for others, denying their true feelings.”1 The service is often held on or around the winter solstice, the “longest night” of the year.
1.http://www.cokesbury.com/pdf/worshipconnection/BlueChristmas.pdf
Why should someone attend a “Blue Christmas” worship service?
Many of us are acquainted with the paradox of the Advent and Christmas seasons – a time when we are supposed to celebrate hope, love, joy, and peace, and yet a time that can also be full of sadness and grief. Blue Christmas services offer special recognition of the struggles that many people face during this season. Its somber tone also testifies to the often overlooked struggles of Mary, Joseph, and Jesus. By attending this service of remembrance and worship you can acknowledge the struggles we all face in a safe place of rest, comfort, and healing.
UPCOMING CHRISTMAS EVENTS
A “BLUE CHRISTMAS” SERVICE FOR THOSE WHO GRIEVE.
A “BLUE CHRISTMAS” SERVICE FOR THOSE WHO GRIEVE.
Call the office with questions at 401-539-7553.
Fall/Winter Class - 9 AM and 7 PM in the Parlor
Sunday School - 10 AM (Except on Communion/First Sunday)
Sunday School - 10 AM (Except on Communion/First Sunday)
Come and join us every Sunday in the parlor!
Sunday School - 10 AM (Except on Communion/First Sunday)
Sunday School - 10 AM (Except on Communion/First Sunday)
Sunday School - 10 AM (Except on Communion/First Sunday)
Children’s Sunday School Theme: “Let’s Go Back to School.”
This 4-week series that connects science and the Bible with hands-on
experiments. Each week features a lesson and experiment that helps students see visual representations of Biblical principles through science.
We'd love for you to bring your children to join us for worship at 10 A.M.
Women's Bible Study - Monday Nights at 7 PM
Women's Bible Study - Monday Nights at 7 PM
Women's Bible Study - Monday Nights at 7 PM
All women are invited to join the Monday Night Women's Bible Study of Exodus, 7pm-8pm, in the church parlor.
Are you interested in joining? Please see or email Lori Roeleveld at lorisroel@gmail.com.
"The Chosen" - Season 3 - Tuesdays at 7 PM
Women's Bible Study - Monday Nights at 7 PM
Women's Bible Study - Monday Nights at 7 PM
We'll watch one episode
weekly, followed by a discussion and light refreshments.
All ages are welcome!
For info, see Raymond Andrews or call the office. See you there!