Hundreds of twinkling lights will be lit in memory and celebration of loved ones this festive season, in the annual St Richard’s Hospice Lights of Love campaign.
There will be two moving and uplifting St Richard’s Lights of Love services at Worcester Cathedral at 2.30pm and 7pm on Friday, 15 November. The choir from Kings Hawford will sing during the afternoon service and RGS Senior School Choir will feature in the evening service.The evening service will be followed by a procession to St Andrew’s Spire, where the Lights of Love tree will be illuminated, against a backdrop of music from the Worcester Salvation Army.
St Richard’s has held Lights of Love events in Worcestershire for more than twenty years. Anyone is welcome to dedicate a light in memory or celebration of a loved one, not only those who have a connection with St Richard’s. It is not necessary to register to attend the services or the lighting of the tree.
Hospice Campaigns Fundraiser, Laura Clarke, said, “It’s that time of year when we tend to reflect on all those wonderful people who have made a difference to our lives, particularly those who are loved and no longer with us. We look forward to celebrating and remembering loved ones again this year.”
Mrs Clarke added, “Our Lights of Love services and switch on event are free to attend, open to all, and are the perfect way to pay tribute to those we hold dear.”
The dedicated names will be displayed around St Andrew’s Spire. They will also be published in the Worcester News on Christmas Eve if you wish.
You can dedicate a light online at www.strichards.org.uk/lights-of-love or call the Fundraising Team on 01905 958262.
Supporters who dedicate and donate online will have the added benefit of their personal message and photo being displayed on the St Richard’s online dedication webpage.
Lights of Love is kindly sponsored by Fisher German and supported by Worcester Cathedral, Worcester City Council, Leigh Sinton Farm & Nurseries, Midwest Mechanical and Electrical Services, Giglight, Droitwich Lions Club, Kings School Worcester, RGS Worcester, Worcester Salvation Army, Heart of Worcestershire (HOW) College.
Jason Clines, Partner at Fisher German, said: “Lights of Love holds a special place in my heart and is deeply cherished by all of us at Fisher German. We wholeheartedly support St Richard’s Hospice and the extraordinary care they provide to individuals and families throughout the county.”
St Richard’s Hospice is an independent charity offering free, expert care for adults with an illness that cannot be cured, and support for their loved ones and carers.
Each year the hospice team supports more than 3,100 patients, family members and bereaved people in Worcestershire.
It will cost in the region of £12m to run the hospice this year, which includes patient care and all the necessary support services.
St Richard’s relies on voluntary support, including from donations, gifts in Wills, retail and events for the majority of its income with the remainder funded by the NHS.
For more information about St Richard’s Hospice visit www.strichards.org.uk