Friday 23 December 2011

Advent Nativity Service

There was nothing the innkeeper liked more than a good night's sleep, but this night was very different. Mary, Joseph, shepherds, bright stars, angels and kings all came to disturb him, and the birth of a very special baby transformed him from an over-tired grump to a joyful inspired man.

This was the story told by Junior Church children and adults in our nativity service. Tom made an excellent innkeeper, going up and down stairs to bed many time, and all our characters played their parts with skill and enjoyment. The angel choir was second to none, singing "may you find peace...". There were angels of all ages, from under one year old to the most senior members of the congregation.

Our involvement in Christmas worship last year was called off by snow, so this year we planned to be involved earlier in the advent season. We used a more informal story as the basis for a drama presentation which people could join in on the day with little or no rehearsal. We enjoyed the preparation and we were happy to welcome new members of the cast on the day!

Being involved in children's work in the church is a privilege and a joy which encourages everyone's faith to grow - children and adults alike. This advent has been a good example of this.

Sue Walkling

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