Annual Trees of Light and Remembrance
As the holiday season draws near, our community is embraced by traditions that bring us together, offering warmth and connection.
One such cherished tradition is the Annual Trees of Light and Remembrance Ceremony. This meaningful event invites us to gather with friends and neighbors to honor and remember those who have touched our lives in profound ways, whether they passed recently or long ago, and whether they lived locally or afar.
For many years, the Trees of Light and Remembrance Ceremony has provided solace and connection to individuals and families navigating the loss of a loved one. This annual gathering serves as a time to reflect, find comfort, and share in the collective strength of our community during a season that can be both beautiful and challenging.
A Ceremony of Reflection and Hope
During the ceremony, names submitted by community members are inscribed on ornaments and placed on a beautiful tree. The evening includes heartfelt remarks from a guest speaker, music by the Threshold Choir of the Palouse, a recited litany, and the reading of each name as the tree’s lights gradually illuminate, symbolizing hope and remembrance.
We come together to celebrate and honor the lives of those we have lost, whether they were our neighbors, friends, or loved ones who lived far away, reminding us that the bonds of love and memory transcend time and distance.
Event Details
We warmly invite you to join us for this special occasion:
Pullman Ceremony
Date:
Tuesday, December 3rd
Time:
5:30 PM
Location:
Bishop Place Independent Living – Social Room
815 SE Klemgard St
Colfax Ceremony
Date:
Wednesday, December 4th
Time:
5:30 PM
Location:
Whitman County Library
102 S Main Street
Trees will remain on display at both locations until December 27th.
A Complimentary Meal and RSVP
Following each ceremony, we invite attendees to join us for a complimentary meal. Kindly RSVP by completing the Trees of Light form below or by email.
Adding a Name and Donations
To add a loved one’s name to the tree, please complete the form below OR make an online donation to Friends of Hospice. Select “Trees of Light” and include the names and locations where you’d like them read in the notes box, along with your RSVP to the ceremony.
A donation is not required to submit a name to the Trees of Light Ceremony.
A Shared Experience of Remembrance
These ceremonies offer an opportunity to come together in unity and remembrance. As we honor and celebrate the lives of those we hold dear, we find comfort in the enduring love that binds us and the collective strength of our community.
We hope to see you there for this beautiful tradition of reflection and hope.