Local community to remember loved ones
Christmas is a celebration with family and friends but it is also a time to remember loved ones who are no longer with us – but very much in our hearts. This year Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw – Cumbria’s Children’s Hospice – welcome everyone to attend any of our Light Up a Life events.
During November and December the local charity will be hosting their annual Light Up a Life services at Penrith Methodist Church (Sunday 25 November), Carlisle Cathedral (Friday 7 December) and in the Hospice Grounds on Durdar Road, Carlisle (Sunday 2 December). At each event there will be the opportunity to reflect in music and words.
During the Penrith and Carlisle Cathedral events people are invited to bring a bauble or tree decoration for the Christmas tree to represent a loved one. During the Hospice Grounds Gathering people will be offered a tea light to place in the hospice or gardens as they remember a loved one.
Jo Hurst – Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw Chaplain – said “It is a privilege to work here at Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw. I’m honoured be part of that journey with many different folks at different times in their lives. I am inspired by the many stories I hear from patients and this is one of the reasons why I believe it is vital to remember a loved one.”
A loved one does not need to have been cared for by Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw to be remembered during Light Up a Life. It’s simply a chance for anyone to take some time to remember someone special to them. All donations gifted during the Light Up a Life appeal helps the local charity to provide care, support and activities to people with life limiting illnesses.
“Each of us has a story” points out Jo “We have all loved and lost and our lives are richer for it. Remembering those we have loved keeps their memories alive and reminds us of the love we have known. This in turn can help sustain us when times are harder.”
To remember a loved one today and support Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw please visit www.edenvalleyhospice.org or call the Fundraising Team on 01228 817656.
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