The First Christmas: A Living Nativity
If you are interested in being part of the Living Nativity, please CLICK HERE for more info!
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Date & Time:
Saturday, December 21, 2024 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location: St. Mary’s Catholic Church Event Description: Step into the sacred story of Christ’s birth and experience the wonder of The First Christmas: A Living Nativity at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. This peaceful and meaningful event invites you to reflect on the miracle of our Savior’s birth, surrounded by the gentle presence of live animals, beautifully portrayed nativity characters, and the angelic sounds of choirs singing. It’s not a performance or act, but a serene display that you can see that brings the Christmas story to life. |
Highlights of the Evening:
Admission is free, and all are welcome!
Additional Details:
Parking: Ample parking is available in the main lot at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Overflow parking is available at the Solon Nature and Recreation Center, just a short walk from the event venue.
Accessibility: The nativity setting, located inside an old shed, is designed to be easily accessible. Please note that a brief walk is required to reach the shed—but rest assured, it’s much shorter than the journey to Bethlehem! If you or a loved one need additional assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us in advance or let a volunteer know upon arrival.
Weather Considerations: The First Christmas: A Living Nativity will take place outdoors in the covered shed on St. Mary’s property. The event will proceed in most weather conditions. In the event of severe weather, cancellations or updates will be shared on St. Mary’s social media platforms and local news stations. Bundle up for the season, and prepare for a setting that will truly warm your heart.
Contact Information:
For questions, please contact:
St. Mary Parish Office | 1749 Racine Ave NE, Solon, IA 52333
(319) 624-2228 | [email protected]
Call to Action: We invite you to RSVP on the Facebook event page to let us know you're planning to join us for The First Christmas: A Living Nativity! By RSVPing, you'll help us gauge interest and ensure we’re ready to welcome everyone. Plus, you'll receive important updates and event details as we get closer to the big day. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the wonder and peace of the season with our parish family. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
- Live depictions of nativity characters, including Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus, portrayed by parish families.
- An immersive setting featuring animals reminiscent of the manger in Bethlehem.
- Choirs and music filling the air with songs of joy and hope.
- A serene and prayerful atmosphere to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas.
Admission is free, and all are welcome!
Additional Details:
Parking: Ample parking is available in the main lot at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Overflow parking is available at the Solon Nature and Recreation Center, just a short walk from the event venue.
Accessibility: The nativity setting, located inside an old shed, is designed to be easily accessible. Please note that a brief walk is required to reach the shed—but rest assured, it’s much shorter than the journey to Bethlehem! If you or a loved one need additional assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us in advance or let a volunteer know upon arrival.
Weather Considerations: The First Christmas: A Living Nativity will take place outdoors in the covered shed on St. Mary’s property. The event will proceed in most weather conditions. In the event of severe weather, cancellations or updates will be shared on St. Mary’s social media platforms and local news stations. Bundle up for the season, and prepare for a setting that will truly warm your heart.
Contact Information:
For questions, please contact:
St. Mary Parish Office | 1749 Racine Ave NE, Solon, IA 52333
(319) 624-2228 | [email protected]
Call to Action: We invite you to RSVP on the Facebook event page to let us know you're planning to join us for The First Christmas: A Living Nativity! By RSVPing, you'll help us gauge interest and ensure we’re ready to welcome everyone. Plus, you'll receive important updates and event details as we get closer to the big day. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the wonder and peace of the season with our parish family. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Family Life
“The future of humanity passes by way of the family” - Pope John Paul
A family is our first community and the most basic way in which the Lord gathers us, forms us and acts in the world. The basic vocation of every baptized person is the same: “Follow the way of love, even as Christ loved you.” The Lord issues this call to your family and to every family regardless of its condition or circumstances.
Read more on ...The Mission of the Catholic Family
"Make your house,
your family, another Nazareth where love, peace, joy and unity reign for love begins at home." -Mother Theresa |
Prayer for Generosity by St. Ignatius of Loyola Teach us, Good Lord, To Serve Thee as Thou deservest; To give and not to count the cost; To fight and not to heed the wounds; To toil and not to seek for rest; To labor and not to ask for any reward, save that of knowing that we do Thy will. Through Jesus Christ Our Lord, Amen. |
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HEALTHY FAMILY TRAITS:
Shared by Fr. Jim Vrba on the feast of the Holy Family. These are taken from the book ―Traits of a Healthy Family‖ by Delores Curran. 1. Communicate and listen to each other 2. Affirm and support one another 3. Teach respect for others 4. Develop a sense of trust 5. Have a sense of play and humor 6. Exhibit a sense of shared responsibility 7. Teach a sense of right and wrong 8. Have a strong sense of family where rituals and traditions abound 9. Have a balance of interaction among the members 10. Have a shared religious core 11. Respect the privacy of one another 12. Value service to others 13. Foster family table time and conversation 14. Share leisure time 15. Admit and seek help with problems 
"Hear, O Israel! The LORD is our God, the LORD alone!
Therefore, you shall love the LORD, your God, with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your strength. Take to heart these words which I enjoin on you today. Drill them into your children. Speak of them at home and abroad, whether you are busy or at rest. Bind them at your wrist as a sign and let them be as a pendant on your forehead. Write them on the doorposts of your houses and on your gates. Deuteronomy 6:4-8 |
Websites
The Integrated Catholic Life Our goal is to provide original content to help you integrate faith, family and work. Integrating your life is not a cure-all, but putting God first and blending your faith with every aspect of your life will promote balance and peace and help you on your faith journey toward a deeper relationship with Him. Catholic Family Faith A blog designed to help the faith development of the Domestic church, the Catholic Family. At Home With Our Faith Nurturing the spirituality of your family Family Life Center Whether it’s strengthening your Catholic marriage, enhancing your marital communication, building a strong Catholic family, parenting young children or teens, or eliminating pornography within your family, you’ll find the practical help you need for Catholic family life. |
