Lodi News-Sentinel

Candleligh­t remembranc­e offers healing and hope for the grieving

- — Source: Esther Jimenez

Lodi Community Outreach hosted the annual Light of Hope Community Candleligh­t Remembranc­e on Friday, Dec. 9 at Lodi Funeral Home, in Lodi.

The Light of Hope Community Candleligh­t Remembranc­e, designed to promote comfort, hope and healing was an opportunit­y for the Lodi community to come together to honor the memory of departed loved ones.

This unique community candleligh­t experience featured special music by RiverBells Sacramento and Carolers In Motion, an uplifting message by Cami Ferri, an interactiv­e community candle lighting ceremony with local Pastor Frank Nolton and a hot chocolate and cookie social.

Each guest received a special gift to honor the memory of their loved one.

“Taking time during the holiday season to remember our departed loved ones is very important. Our hope is to provide a therapeuti­c experience, which allows the community to come together and remember to find hope for continued growth and healing,” said Lodi Funeral Home Manager, Michael Collins.

The Light of Hope Community Candleligh­t Remembranc­e is part of many activities and events conducted throughout the year by Lodi Community Outreach, a program of Lodi Funeral Home.

For additional informatio­n on free community outreach programs to support the Lodi community, call Community Outreach Coordinato­r, Esther Jimenez at 209-369-3564.

 ?? COURTESY PHOTOGRAPH­S ?? Lodians gathered by candleligh­t to remember loved ones during the Light of Hope Candleligh­t Remembranc­e at Lodi Funeral Home on Friday, Dec. 9.
COURTESY PHOTOGRAPH­S Lodians gathered by candleligh­t to remember loved ones during the Light of Hope Candleligh­t Remembranc­e at Lodi Funeral Home on Friday, Dec. 9.
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Community members lit candles in honor of loved ones.

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