First United Methodist Church...
Service of the Longest Night
Tuesday, December 20th,  7:00  P.M.
Special Service at First United Methodist Church, 202 W. 4th St., Greenville  

December 14, 2011 

It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

Or, is it?

Certainly not to some, including:

Anyone who will be observing the holidays without a special loved one,
Those who are struggling with finances, including the loss of a job.
Those who may suffer with depression for any reason. 

If you are struggling during this Christmas season, you are invited to attend this special, quiet, service of Christmas. 

This service is so-called because it is always held on or near the winter solstice – the longest night of the year, and is for those who feel as if the night could not be any longer. 

On this night we will hear words of comfort and hope from the Scriptures, spend time in prayer and remembering.  There will be a brief message and some carols that will lead us in reflecting on the deepest meaning of God coming to us, as we are, in the baby Jesus.  The service will be followed by a time of fellowship in the narthex. 

This is the sixth year that First Church has held this service.   Many have found this to be their special time with God, and a reminder that nothing can separate us from the love of Jesus. 

All are welcome and encouraged to attend.