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SANTA BARBARA — First United Methodist Church of Santa Barbara will present its 32nd Annual Living Nativity at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, 22 at 305 E Anapamu St (at Garden), Santa Barbara.
Once again the congregation of the First United Methodist Church presents its beautiful Seasonal gift to the community by staging a silent re-creation of the Holy Night. Under a redwood tree and adjacent to the church, a grassy area is transformed into a humble wooden stable, complete with a serene Mary, Joseph and tiny baby Jesus asleep in the manger. Three majestic kings stand by with their gifts to the Holy Child, attentive angels appear nearby, and lowly shepherds tend to their flocks. Live camels, donkey, sheep and goats surround the manger taking in the wonder of it all.
At once solemn and festive, this multigenerational event draws families back year after year – it’s free! The historic sanctuary will be open, with seasonal music softly playing. A display of creches from around the globe adorning the communion rail will be on view. Complimentary cider and cookies will be served.
The First United Methodist Church of Santa Barbara celebrated its 150th year in 2017. We are located at the corner of Garden and Anapamu Streets, one block from the SB Courthouse. Onsite parking is available with the parking entrance from Garden Street. For more information call (805) 963-3579 or visit us at our website http://www.fumcsb.org or on Facebook