Over the past 10 years, thousands of people have sponsored a light on the St Mary’s Hospice trees – families, children donating their pocket money or companies remembering valued members of staff. The lights on the Hospice tree shine as a celebration of the life of someone who has been dear, whether family or a close friend. Lights are also dedicated to commemorate a special moment in life.
At Barrow Town Hall on Wednesday 1st December, hundreds of lights were blessed during our first Light up a Life service for 2010. The service included performances from singers Denis Horan, Amy Shaw and St Paul’s School Choir.
During the service, Zoe Guest, Funding and Operations manager, said: “We know how much this special occasion means to all who dedicate a light to their special someone, in memory of a loved one or to celebrate one of those special moments shared.”
Deputy Mayor, Councillor Ray Guselli, attended the service, along with deputy Mayoress Councillor Jill Heath.
Cllr Guselli said: “Of all the events we have been to this has been the most moving, touching and worthwhile. It was an incredible service.”
Our second service will be held at St Mary’s RC Church in Victoria Road, Ulverston, from 4pm on Sunday.
For more information about Light up a Life click here or call St Mary’s on 01229 580305.
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