Culpeper brings Nativity scene to life

Catholic Herald Staff Report

Joseph (Riley Wilton) and Mary (Trinity Wenk) receive the three Wise Men (from left, Daniel Castro, Nicholas Castro and Emily Castro) as an angel (Brianna Tyson) looks on. JOE CASHWELL | FOR THE CATHOLIC HERALD

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Nearly 20 youngsters participate in the live Nativity at Precious Blood Church in Culpeper Dec. 20. JOE CASHWELL | FOR THE CATHOLIC HERALD

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An angel looks down upon shepherds, the three Wise Men, the Holy Family and barn animals at Precious Blood Church in Culpeper Dec. 20. JOE CASHWELL | FOR THE CATHOLIC HERALD

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Nearly 20 young volunteers reenacted a live Nativity scene for
drivers-by at Precious Blood Church in Culpeper Dec. 20, braving the night air
to portray Mary, Joseph, an angel, shepherds and the three Wise Men.

 

Farm animals including a cow and sheep completed the scene,
contentedly munching on hay during the two-hour event.

 

Some 150 cars passed through during the inaugural event,
organized by Kelly Bennett, coordinator of youth ministry and adult evangelization.

Live Nativity Jan. 3

A drive-thru live nativity will be held at Precious Blood
Church, 114 E Edmondson St., Culpeper, Jan. 3, 6-8 p.m.

Attendees will receive homemade Epiphany blessing kits and
a blessing from Father Kevin Walsh, pastor, as they drive by. Canned food
donations will be accepted for the St. Joseph’s Table food pantry. 

Find out more
Call 703/501-2206.

 

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