All Saints’ Day is a holy day that originates with the early Christian church. Each year on November 1st, the church commemorates all its deceased members, and especially recognizes and honors those who have died during the past year.
This year, the churches of Southern and Southeastern York and Northern Baltimore and Harford Counties will come together for the 18th annual Community All Saints’ Day Service. This interfaith service is designed to offer comfort and hope to all who grieve, and all ages are encouraged to attend. Children are most welcome at the service; however, childcare for infants and toddlers will also be available during this time.
We invite you, your family and friends to join us in celebrating the memory of loved ones and the many others who have gone before us. During the service, the names of deceased will be offered in prayer, and a bell tolled, as they are remembered as saints.
This year’s memorial service will be held at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, November 1, 2005 at Bethlehem Steltz Reformed Church in Glen Rock, PA (call 800-235-3857 for directions) The Reverend William T. Alford of St. Benedict’s Episcopal Church in New Freedom will offer the evening’s message titled, “From Despair to Joy.” Many area clergy and lay persons will take part in the service, and special music will be offered by vocalist Jennifer Zobler, harper Kris Snyder, and the instrumental group, The Bluegrass Brakemen.
As always, there will be a time for fellowship after the service is concluded.
Please be sure to tell your family members and friends of their invitation to this very special remembrance service. We look forward to seeing you there.
edited by: Chris_McGraw, Nov 01, 2005 - 09:35 AM
