On December 24th from 11am-4pm, we invited visitors to come to Saint Anne's to see a collection of manger scenes, lovingly displayed at our new location at 2104 Main Street. It was an opportunity for many to see our as-yet-unfinished space for the first time, and it was a special way for us all to participate more fully in the joy of Christmas.
We had manger scenes from Germany, Italy, Mexico, Peru, Bolivia, Kenya, Bethlehem, and other places besides. Some were made of clay, some of olive wood, some of corn husks. One took up an entire table, while another could fit in the palm of your hand.
Please click here to see a short video of the collection.
No matter where these different scenes came from, though, they each depict the birth of Jesus of Nazareth, the Savior of the world. And for Christians, the birth of Jesus brings with it the good news that God is with us.