special services At area churches

If you’re not feeling joyful this Christmas season, three area churches are offering uplifting services to address feelings of sadness, loneliness or grief.

Howland Community Church, 198 Niles Cortland Road, Warren: Candle of Hope service at 7 p.m. Sunday in the chapel. Experience the spirit of Christmas in a new light. For information, call the church at (330) 856-3628.

Liberty Presbyterian Church, 1451 Church Hill-Hubbard Road: Blue Christmas service of worship at 7 p.m. today. Scripture, prayer and readings will focus on hope and how God cares. For information, call the church at (330) 759-1556.

New Waterford United Methodist Church, 46925 S. State St. (state Route 46): Blue service at 7 p.m. Sunday for those who have lost a loved one or are experiencing a rough time. For information, call the church at (330) 457-7436.