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Christmas Star Lighting

Each light on the star honors a loved one.

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About the Christmas Star

Every holiday season, HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital lights up the night sky with our Christmas Star. Each light on the star honors a loved one.

2026 Star Lighting Ceremony 

We are delighted to celebrate this community event with a gathering at St. Mary’s Hospital. The names of those being honored will be read and we will share in prayer and song. We hope you will join us on Wednesday, December 2 at 6:00 p.m. 

Make a Gift Today

We ask that you consider a gift by purchasing a light on the star in memory of a lost loved one or in honor of someone meaningful in your life today. 

Please Note: We must receive your gift by Nov. 23, 2026 to be included in our program.

Thank you and God Bless!