On Thursday, December 24 at 5 p.m. at the Federated Church of East Arlington on Ice Pond Road everyone is invited to welcome the birth of Jesus with a joyful service of carol singing, the story of Christmas, a children's message and words of hope offered by the Rev. Kathy Clark. Patti Cody and the Federated Church Choir will offer special music accompanied by Mary Edwards, Music Director. The service will end with the passing of candle light and Mary, Joseph and Jesus taking center stage. Phone 375-2548 or visit www.federatedchurchofeastarlington.org for additional information.