Christmas is often a time of joy, but for some, it can be a season of sorrow, loneliness, and pain. If you’ve lost a loved one recently, are facing trials, or feel isolated this holiday season, we invite you to The Way of Lament, a special candlelight service designed to offer comfort, healing, and space for reflection in God’s presence.

Lament is a biblical practice that allows us to express our sorrow and grief, finding peace through God’s presence. At The Way of Lament, we will light candles as a symbol of hope in the midst of sorrow. This intimate service will include Scripture readings, songs of lament, prayer for healing, and moments of quiet reflection, all centered around the powerful symbol of candlelight. The flickering lights will remind us that God’s light is always present, offering comfort and healing to our souls. We will remember that even in the darkest times, God’s light shines and He is near to the brokenhearted.

This service is open to anyone who is grieving or struggling during the holiday season, whether you’ve recently experienced a loss, are going through a season of hardship, or are simply feeling the weight of loneliness during the holidays. There is no expectation to “feel better” by the end of the evening—it’s simply a time to pause, grieve, lament, and allow God to meet us in our pain.

Date: Tuesday, December 17, 2024

Time: 7:30 pm

Location: Youth Building (Portable) at Unionville Alliance Church

If you are seeking ongoing support, we also invite you to consider our Grief Support Program, beginning on January 16, 2025. This program is designed to provide a safe space for those who are navigating the difficult journey of grief, offering support, resources, and community to help you heal and find hope. Whether your loss is recent or you are still carrying grief from years ago, this program is a place where you can walk alongside others who understand and find the support you need.

If you’ve recently suffered a loss, we are here to offer support during this difficult time. We offer the Journeying Through Grief resource, a collection of four short, comforting books by Kenneth C. Haugk, designed to help guide you through the key moments of the first year after the loss of a loved one.

Written in a warm, caring style, each book features short chapters that are easy to read. The series addresses what you may be experiencing at each stage of your grief journey, offering valuable insights, biblical truths, and comforting stories to bring reassurance and hope.

The Four Books Include:

• Book 1: A Time to Grieve
• Book 2: Experiencing Grief
• Book 3: Finding Hope and Healing
• Book 4: Rebuilding and Remembering

Each book is designed to provide understanding, empathy, compassion, and hope at a crucial time during your grief journey. If you or someone you know would benefit from receiving these resources, please contact us, and we will gladly send them to you.

We are here to support you. If you’ve recently suffered a loss, or if you would like to learn more about our services, please reach out:

Email: info@uachome.org

Phone: 905-477-1104

We look forward to gathering with you for The Way of Lament, and hope you consider joining our Grief Support Program for continued healing. And remember, if you’ve recently experienced loss, please reach out—we are here for you.