Watch Night Traditions at Local Churches
The congregations of First Baptist Church and St Andrews and Holy Communion, both in South Orange, observe a long tradition of New Year's Eve services.
While revelers count down the minutes until midnight, opening champagne to celebrate the new year, many South Orange residents greet 2013 at church. First Baptist Church of South Orange and The Episcopal Church of Saint Andrew & Holy Communion will open their doors for fellowship and contemplation. First Baptist Church of South Orange holds 10 p.m. Watch Night services, a longstanding tradition. Likewise, The Episcopal Church of Saint Andrew & Holy Communion will open their church for quiet contemplation and celebration. As Nadeen Richardson of the First Baptist Church explained to Patch last year, "There are different understandings of the practice and purpose of Watch Night, culturally and religiously. Even its origins have a variety …
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