Church services for those feeling disconnected from holiday festivities

Christmas can be a difficult time of year. Because of this, the Manchester United Methodist Church located at is offering a special worship opportunity on Thursday, December 14th, at 7 pm, for anyone who feels disconnected with normal advent festivities - be it the loss of a loved one, struggle with a mental illness, or a weariness of the soul that cannot be explained. They explain, "It will be a time of prayer and quiet as we sit together in the presence of the Lord. In an otherwise hurried and hectic season, all are invited to come and join us for a moment of peace."

Zion Lutheran Church, located on South Fletcher Road in Freedom Township, will also hold a Blue Christmas worship service on Thursday, December 21 at 7:30 pm.

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by Sara Swanson

Sara Swanson is an editor, writer and founder of the Manchester Mirror.