Remembrance service at St John’s Church

- Date: 7 Dec 2025 - 7 Dec 2025
- Time: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- Location: St John’s Church in Yeovil, BA20 1HE
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About this event
Light up a Life Events St John’s Church in Yeovil, BA20 1HE

Sunday 7 December 2025
2.30pm – 4pm
St John’s Church, Church Street, Yeovil, BA20 1HE

We warmly invite you to join us for a special remembrance service at St John’s Church in Yeovil as part of our Light up a Life appeal.

Together we will honour and remember those we love through music, readings, quiet reflection and the gentle lighting of candles. Whether you are recently bereaved or remembering someone from years past, this service is open to all.

The service will be recorded and made available to watch on our website from Sunday 14 December, so you can join us from home if preferred.
All dedications made by Friday 5 December will be included in the video service. If you would prefer your loved one’s name not to appear, please let us know when making your dedication.

There is no charge to attend, but booking is essential.
To reserve your place and make a dedication, please click the link below.

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FAQs

What is Light up a Life?

Light up a Life is St Margaret’s Hospice’s annual appeal inviting you to dedicate a star in memory of a loved one. It offers a meaningful way to remember someone special during the festive season while supporting hospice care across Somerset.

When and where is the remembrance service?

The service takes place on Sunday 7 December, from 2.30pm to 4pm at St John’s Church, Church Street, Yeovil, BA20 1HE

Do I need to book to attend?

Yes. There is no charge, but booking is essential so we can make sure there is enough seating, space, and accessibility support for everyone.

Is this event only for people whose loved ones were cared for by St Margaret’s?

Not at all. The gathering is open to anyone wishing to remember someone special, regardless of your connection to the hospice.

How is this service different from the Monkton Elm Remembrance Gathering?

We offer two Light up a Life events, each with a different feel so you can choose what’s right for you:

St John’s Church, Yeovil – Traditional Service
A faith-based Christian service with hymns, prayers and readings in a church setting. This gathering includes traditional worship elements and offers spiritual comfort to many attendees.
Monkton Elm Garden Centre, Taunton – Secular Gathering
A quiet, reflective event without religious content. It includes candle-lighting, readings and shared moments of remembrance in a peaceful, non-religious environment.

You’re welcome to attend either or both.

Is there a cost to attend the gathering?

No, attendance is free, and Monkton Elm Garden Centre provides free parking. We do ask that you book your place so we can make sure there is enough seating, space, and accessibility support for everyone.

Is the venue accessible?

St John’s Church is accessible to wheelchair users, and our team will be available to assist with any additional needs. If you have specific accessibility questions, please let us know when booking.

What happens during the service?

The event includes a tradition service with hymns, readings, candle lighting, and moments of quiet reflection.

Will the service be recorded?

Yes. The full service will be recorded at St John’s Church and made available to watch on our website from Sunday 14 December. This allows you to take part from home if you prefer or if you’re unable to attend in person.

Will my loved one's name be featured in the service?

All dedications made before Friday 5 December will be included in the online video, which will be available from Sunday 14 December.

If you would prefer your loved one’s name not to be included, please let us know when making your dedication.