It’s a “time of remembrance of those who have joined the Life Eternal throughout the Christian world. Many countries celebrate the day with various traditions common to their cultures. 

Nidaros Lutheran Church will offer a community All Saints Sunday service in the evening, Sunday, Nov. 2. At 5 p.m. individuals and families will arrive for a time of  remembrance and fellowship. Grave-lanterns will be placed as remembrances of those who have passed to their heavenly home. A service of remembrance with readings, hymns and candles will include congregational participation and a homily by the Rev. Ryan Stout, pastor. 

Scandinavians founded Nidaros, and the grave-lanterns are a tradition in the Nordic countries. It became the Nidaros tradition following family experiences while visiting in  Sweden. In the cool beginning of winter there, families place 24-hour burning candle lanterns on each grave. When evening darkness falls, it is an unforgettable and moving experience to see an entire cemetery lit with twinkling lights —even on some graves that have been in the cemetery since the 1600s. 

Nidaros will have remembrances during the morning 11 a.m. worship service, in particular for 2024-25, deaths. The service at dusk will offer all who attend some quiet time at a space or gravesite(s). A time for quiet fellowship with others in the church entryway is provided. Hot drinks and refreshments will be served to warm the usual cold of the  November night. 

When leaving the service and quietly walking into the cool darkness of the night, the view of the twinkling candles around Nidaros Cemetery is also a breathtaking moment of remembrance. 

Nidaros Lutheran is at 18844 Nidaros Church Drive, between Clitherall and Vining, turning south off Highway 210.  

All have been touched by loss of family, friends, and in world events. This service is a time for quiet contemplation, hymn singing, words of care, and a message of hope. For more information, call Pastor Stout at (218) 640-5586. The event chairpersons are Charlene Meers and Barbara Boock, (218) 368-6119.