If you would like to know more about religious holidays, the US Army Chaplain Center and School provides a list of “Websites of Religious Groups” in their World Religions Training Portal, usachcstraining.army.mil/world-religions. If you would like to know more about your own religion, then join in USAG Stuttgart Religious Education. We have onsite and/or online classes for each of the above groups with information/registration below. If your religion is not listed, then we can assist; contact your Chaplain or rebecca.a.powell16.civ@army.mil.
Living far from extended family is particularly difficult during any holiday or holy day. The USAG Stuttgart Chapels are a place for celebration, commemoration, and community. As we gather to learn the various reasons for the season and share our religions, we can truly say, “I’m glad I live here!” Photo by MstudioG/Shutterstock.com
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28 November (sundown) to 6 December – Hanukkah is the “Festival of Lights.” This 8 day “Feast of Dedication” celebrates the rededication of the Temple in the 2nd Century B.C.E. in Jerusalem. The miracle of oil is a reminder to rededicate life and belief in Judaism.
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An English-speaking, Bible-believing church of many nations and cultures www.ibcstuttgart.de Untere Waldplaetze 38, 70569 Stuttgart (across the street from Patch Barracks) Worship Services Sunday Service: 9:30 & 11:30
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21 December – Winter Solstice (also called Yule) is a celebration of new life for Pagan and other earth-based religions. Until Summer Solstice, there are a few more minutes of sunlight daily. Traditions include Yule Trees, Yule Logs, gifts, lights, and mistletoe. (Solstice at Patch Chapel 1630-1930)
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