For the first time in two years people will be able to remember their loved ones at Christmas with Light Up a Life in person.
Hospice at Home West Cumbria introduced Light Up a Life over 12 years ago, providing an opportunity for people across the county to come together and remember their loved ones.
People dedicate a light on its Christmas trees to a loved one.
Due to COVID-19, the last two years have seen virtual services take place but this year, physical services will take place across the county on Sunday, December 4 at 3pm at
St Michael’s Church in Workington, St James’ Church in Whitehaven and Holy Trinity Church in Millom.
The Light up a Life services will include readings from hospice staff and volunteers and choir performances from The Carnegie Singers, Whitehaven Male Voice Choir and Phoenix Singers. There will be moments of reflection and the switching on of the hospice Christmas tree lights to mark the dedications made in memory of loved ones.
Communications co-ordinator, Ellie McMillan said “Our Light up a Life service is for everyone, not just those who have received our care. Across our county, different people, cultures, and faiths have ways to remember loved ones, all different but all with their roots in memory and the importance of not forgetting those we knew and loved. We know how important Light up a Life is for many people, and we hope that our service provides some comfort to those who need it.”
To dedicate a light at one of the Light up a Life services, visit the charity’s website at www.hospiceathomewestcumbria.org.uk and create a dedication on the Light up a Life event page or request a dedication form from the charity at [email protected].
All dedication forms must be returned by Friday December 2, but dedications made after this date will be available to view on the website if requested.
