In partnership with a national movement coordinated by the Newtown Foundation, First Congregational will be holding a candlelight vigil on the 5th anniversary of the mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School.
We will gather on Thursday, Dec. 14 at 7pm in Pioneer Hall at 700 Poyntz. Using elements of ecumenical worship from the Taize community in France, we will spend time singing, listening to words of scripture, and leaving space for silence. There will be an extended prayer time focused on gun violence.
Materials for those wanting to learn how they can connect with advocacy groups working to end gun violence will also be available. During this week of Advent Peace, we remember those whose peace has been shattered by violence and together we pray and work for a more peaceful world.