Remembrance service set Dec. 6

By Sandy Morris

Matthews Memorial Presbyterian Church will host its fourth annual Cele-bration of Remembrance on Sunday, Dec. 6, at 4:00 p.m.

Because of the pandemic, the service will be held outside in the backyard area of MMPC, where Sunday services are currently being held. 

“This service is intended for all Albany residents, and I hope that all churches and citizens will participate,” said Debbie Hamilton, who is helping organize the event. “The purpose of the service during the holiday season is to honor family and friends who have passed on before us.” 

A highlight of the service includes an opportunity for each person attending to say the name or have the name read of individual(s) they want to honor. After that, they can light a candle in their memory. The candle can be taken home after the service.

“This is a great way to remember people who were important to you, especially those who are in your thoughts over the holidays,” said Hamilton.