Fifty Years of Social Security. by Martha A. McSteen. Acting Commissioner of Social Security. Today, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Federal social insurance program, now known simply as Social Security, that emerged in 1935 as part of the Nation's response to the plight of its elderly. The Social Security program of the 1980's is the direct descendent of the limited program of contributory old-age benefits enacted in 1935.
Memorial Candle Lighting. When a loved one dies each day that passes can increase the distance of the loss. Lighting a candle for a loved one is a way to both preserve the memory of the person you have lost and provide an act of worship to God. memorial candle lighting service honors those who have died and provides room in your life to move forward from the loss. Lighting a candle for the dead brings comfort in knowing that he or she is memorialized in the place where Jesus was crucified, buried and resurrected.
  Candles   Set on the branches of the wreath are four candles: three purple candles and one pink candle. In the center of the wreath sits a white candle. As a whole, these candles represent the coming of the light of Christ into the world.n the second Sunday of Advent, the second purple candle is lit. This candle typically represents love. Some traditions call this the Bethlehem candle, symbolizing Christ's manger.   On the third Sunday of Advent the pink, or rose-colored candle is lit.