(11-22-25) December 6 is the annual worldwide day
for people who have been touched by the death of a child.

A flower may be left on this day or anytime visiting the angel monument.


December 4, 2025, at 6:00 pm – St. Marys, Ohio – Angel of Hope Candlelight Vigil


The Angel of Hope in St. Marys, Ohio will hold its annual Candlelight Vigil on the first Thursday of December each year. On th e Thursday , December 4th the annual candlelight ceremony will be held at the base of the Angel of Hope monument in St.
Marys, Ohio at 6:00pm .


Sunday, December 7th a candlelight vigil will be held at the Angel of Hope Prayer Garden Community Pavilion at St. Rose Church for The Marion Catholic Community, Maria Stein, Ohio – 7:00 p.m.

The events will feature speakers, music, and a flower may be place at the base of the statue in memory of their child. The ceremony is open to the public.

Check the Angel of Hope Prayer Garden Facebook page for updates and ceremonies at other locations.