About 100 people gathered for the Vigil Of Hope For Ayla Reynolds Wednesday evening in Waterville at the First Congregational Church.

The minister of the church, the Rev. David Anderman, said the candles were lit as a sign of hope.

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Katherine McIntyre, left, sits with her daughter Noelle, 7, during the Vigil Of Hope For Ayla Reynolds organized by The Mainely Moms & Dads Wednesday evening in the First Congregational Church. Staff photo by Michael G. Seamans

Katy Taylor, 5, holds a candle during the Vigil Of Hope For Ayla Reynolds organized by The Mainely Moms & Dads Wednesday evening in the First Congregational Church in Waterville. Staff photo by Michael G. Seamans

A photo of missing 20-month-old Ayla Reynolds sits on the altar at the First Congregational Church in Waterville during the Vigil Of Hope For Ayla Reynolds Wednesday night. Staff photo by Michael G. Seamans

The event was organized by The Mainely Moms & Dads.