Blue Christmas

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Saturday, December 19th, 2015
7:00 PM

Blue Christmas Presented by Rev. Samaya Oakley, minister at First Unitarian Fellowship of Nanaimo Music by Rob Stewart The constant refrain of the merriment of the Christmas season reminds many people of what they have lost or never had.

The anguish of broken relationships, the insecurity of unemployment, the weariness of ill health, the pain of isolation, the loneliness of no longer having a beloved spouse to share each day, the loss of a dear family pet – all these can contribute to a feeling of being alone, of ‘feeling blue’ in the midst of the society around us which seems bent on ‘being happy’ and ‘celebrating’. There are years when we hurt at Christmas time and can’t get into the festivities others seem to be able to do.

It’s at such times that we need to make the space and take the time to acknowledge our sadness and concern. We need to know that we are not alone. We will gather to share, remember and reflect.

A bowl of soup served at after words and song may also add some warmth and comfort.

The Unitarian Fellowship, which provides a 24 bed Weather Shelter to homeless folks, also supports the work of Loaves & Fishes so a donation of non-perishable food item for the Food bank would be appreciated.