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A6 FAITH East Oregonian Friday, December 6, 2019 Living Nativity shares reason for the season FRIDAY, DEC. 6 Methodist church hosts 27th annual event Dec. 14-15 By TAMMY MALGESINI East Oregonian HERMISTON — A labor of love that shares the bibli- cal story of Jesus’ birth has become a holiday tradition — both for those involved with the Living Nativity as well as community mem- bers who come to enjoy the presentation. In its 27th year, the Herm- iston First United Methodist Church coordinates the event, which features everyone from the smallest angels to stately kings. More than half of the church’s congregation gets involved, said Pastor Patty Nance. The Living Nativity is Sat- urday, Dec. 14 from 6-8 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 15 from 4-6 p.m. at the Hermiston United Methodist Church, 191 E. Gladys Ave. The presenta- tion is held outdoors, so peo- ple should dress accordingly. Becky Hunt has spear- headed the event for more than a decade. She said it pro- vides an opportunity to share her faith with others. “It has been Becky’s pas- sion to make sure this hap- pens every year,” Nance said. “She has done such an amaz- ing job with it.” Hunt’s enthusiasm has no bounds. While walking her dog at the Eastern Oregon Trade and Event Center, a lit- tle white pony caught Hunt’s eye. “I ran across Al Davis and I told him, ‘That pony would be great in my Living Nativity.’” So, barring extreme weather, the little pony will join the show, Hunt said. In addition, other animals include sheep and donkeys from Tom and Karin Wat- son of Silverdale Farms, and Jeremy Kile is bringing chickens. “The animals are really a bit hit,” Hunt said. “In a way, Contributed photo Elmer the donkey greets people during a past Living Nativity at the First United Methodist Church in Hermiston. This year’s event is Dec. 14-15. there’s a petting zoo. We encourage the kids to feed them and touch them.” Hunt is thrilled that com- munity members are so will- ing to help. And people that attend other churches also are involved with the effort year after year. “It’s a beautiful story — for those that know the story, it’s nice to hear it again,” Hunt said. “And for others, we can teach them about what we believe and that Jesus is all about love.” In addition to people and animals, there are story- boards that provide informa- tion about the scenes. Visitors are invited to linger as long as they like, Hunt said. “There’s no rush,” she said. “We want people to soak it in.” Nance said children and adults learn in different ways. The Living Nativity, she said, FAITH CENTER CANCELS LIVING NATIVITY PENDLETON — The Faith Center Church recently an- nounced that the Living Nativity won’t take place this holiday season at Roy Raley Park in Pendleton. After three decades, organizers said they are putting the event “on pause this year” and will reevaluate the decision in the summer. For more information, contact 541-276- 9569, jeff @pendletonfaithcenter.church or visit www. pendletonfaithcenter.com. — EO Media Group allows people to see things, read information and touch animals. Afterward, people are invited to enter the church to warm up and enjoy cook- ies and hot beverages. Also, Nance said it provides a chance for fellowship with one another. “It’s a wonderful way for people to get to know each other,” she said. “It really encourages intergenerational communication — you don’t always have that opportunity.” Hunt invites people who want to help with moving straw bales and other tasks to a set-up event Saturday at 9:30 a.m. For more informa- tion, call Hunt at 541-314-5797 or the church at 541-567-3002. ——— Contact Community Edi- tor Tammy Malgesini at tmal- gesini@eastoregonian.com or 541-564-4539. BRIEFLY Campus Life to hit the slopes at Bluewood HERMISTON — High school students are invited to carve some fresh powder as Hermiston Campus Life prepares to shred the slopes. The faith-based youth organization is praying to the snow gods with plans for a Dec. 27 trip to Ski Blue- wood. Other upcoming dates for its snowboard and ski program include Jan. 11, Feb. 2 and March 14. Participants will depart on designated days at 8 a.m. at Campus Life, 595 S. First St., Hermiston. The esti- Solid Rock Community Church 140 SW 2nd St Hermiston, OR 97838 541-567-6937 Worship Service: 11:00AM Sunday School: 9:45 Pastor Wilbur Clark Sunday Holy Communion 9:00 a.m. Wednesday Holy Communion Noon Weekly Adults Spiritual Life Group Worship Wednesdays 6:00 pm Overcomer’s Outreach Youth: 0-6th grade ’ Jr./Sr. High Pastor Sharon Miller 108 S. Main St. Pendleton Sunday at 10:30am PendletonFaithCenter. com “A come as You are Church” 541-278-8082 Pastor Sharon Miller FIRST PRESBYTERIAN www.livingwordcc.com CHURCH -Presbyterian Church (USA)- 201 SW Dorion Ave. Pendleton Service of Worship - 10:00 am Children’s Sunday School - 10:20 am Fellowship - 11:00 am www.pendletonpresbyterian.com Open Hearted... Open Minded 541-289-4535 Pastor Weston Walker Grace and Mercy Lutheran Church, ELCA (First United Methodist Church) 191 E. Gladys Ave. / P.O. Box 1108 Hermiston, Oregon 97838 All Are Welcome P eace L utheran C hurch 210 NW 9th, Pendleton First United Methodist Church Pendleton 501 SW Emigrant Ave. Pendleton OR Sunday Worship 9am in the Community Room 541-276-2616 Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors Patty Nance, pastor SUNDAYS Morning Celebration - 10am Morning Kids Place - 10am Evening - 6pm Adult - Study Youth - Small Group Kids - Rangers & Girl’s Ministries Celebrate Recovery - 6pm Celebration Place - Kids - 6pm The Landing - Teens - 6pm WEEKLY FREE FIRST FRIDAY, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tamastslikt Cultural Insti- tute, 47106 Wildhorse Blvd., Pendleton. Free admission all day. (541-966-9748) PENDLETON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12-1 p.m., Pendleton Senior Center, 510 S.W. 10th St., Pendleton. Costs $3.50 or $6 for those under 60. Pool, puzzles, crafts, snacks, Second Time Around thrift store 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For Meals On Wheels, call 541-276-1926. (Tori Bowman 541-276-5073) FREE FRIDAY LUNCH, 12 p.m., Echo Community Church, 21 N. Bonanza St., Echo. Everyone welcome. HERMISTON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 p.m., Harkenrider Center, 255 N.E. Second St., Hermiston. Cost is $4 for adults, free for children 10 and under, $4 for Meals on Wheels. Extra 50 cents for utensils/dishes. Bus service available by donation. (541-567-3582) STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 2 p.m., Echo Public Library, 20 S. Bonanza, Echo. (541-376-8411) VFW BINGO, 6 p.m., Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry St., Herm- iston. Doors open at 6 p.m., games begin at 7 p.m. Everyone welcome. (541-567-6219) PENDLETON WINTERFEST, 6-10 p.m., Pendleton Convention Center, 1601 Westgate, Pendleton. Tickets to Friday evening gala, dinner and live and silent auctions are $40 per person. Saturday’s Family Day is free, and includes tree viewing and holiday activities for all ages. (541-276-5121) ”THE CHILDREN’S HOUR”, 6:30 p.m., Pendleton High School auditorium, 1800 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Cost is $6 for adults 18+, $3 for students with ID. Baked goods will be sold during the intermission. NOTE: There will be the sound of a gunshot at the end of Act III. ”THE NUTCRACKER” BALLET, 7 p.m., Blue Mountain Commu- nity College Bob Clapp Theatre, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendle- ton. Featuring a cast of 45 local dancers and actors. Admission is $8 for adults, $4 for children under 12, advanced purchase strongly advised at Great Pacifi c on Nov. 19 and 25 from 5-7 p.m. and on Nov. 23 and 30 from 10 a.m. to noon; remain- ing seats will be sold at the door. (970-261-5331) SATURDAY, DEC. 7 PANCAKE BREAKFAST, 7-10 a.m., Stanfi eld Community Cen- ter, 225 W. Roosevelt, Stanfi eld. Costs $6.50 for average break- fast. (Rosalie Emerson 541-449-1332) BREAKFAST WITH SANTA & HOLIDAY BAZAAR, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 500 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Breakfast ($3) available until 10 a.m. Shop at vendor booths and take pictures with Santa. Register for ven- dor space ($75) by Dec. 2 (541-276-8100). (541-276-8100) OREA HOLIDAY BAZAAR, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Roosters Restau- rant, 1515 Southgate, Pendleton. Homemade goodies, crafts, raffl e baskets and more. Proceeds support teacher grants to fund classroom projects for local schools. (Kandace Bostwick 541-969-0882) BENEFIT SALE, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., VFW Hall, 45 W. Cherry St., Herm- iston. Fundraiser sponsored by sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary and the American Legion Auxiliary. Ven- dor space is $10 per table. (Cathy Stolz 541-571-5816) ATHENA HOLIDAY BAZAAR, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Athena Elemen- tary School, 375 S. Fifth St., Athena. Craft vendors, kids’ craft area, locally donated raffl e prizes, and a visit with Santa from noon-2 p.m. Free admission. FREE FOR ALL, 9:30-10:15 a.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Free art classes for children up to age 12. Children under 8 should be accompanied by an adult. (Roberta Lavadour 541-278-9201) FREE FIRST SATURDAY, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Heritage Station Museum, 108 S.W. Frazer Ave., Pendleton. Free admission the fi rst Saturday of the month. Everyone welcome. (Shannon Gru- enhagen 541-276-0012) BAKERY GOODS AND CRAFTS SALE, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 210 N.W. Ninth St., Pendleton. Plenty of local crafts and baked goods to choose from. Baked potato and chili lunch available for purchase. Proceeds benefi t Bells of Peace handbell choir. (Mary Robles 541-379-0155) PEARL HARBOR DAY OPEN HOUSE, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Pendle- ton Air Museum, 21 S.W. Emigrant Ave., Pendleton. World War II and Korean War veterans will be on hand to talk with museum visitors. Refreshments served. (Becky Dunlap 541-278-0141) PENDLETON WINTERFEST, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Pendleton Conven- tion Center, 1601 Westgate, Pendleton. Tickets to Friday eve- ning gala, dinner and live and silent auctions are $40 per per- son. Saturday’s Family Day is free, and includes tree viewing and holiday activities for all ages. (541-276-5121) Good Shepherd Lutheran Church LCMC Sunday worship at 11:00 AM 420 Locust St. • Boardman, OR 541-481-6132 Colin Brown, Pastor To share your worship times call 541-278-2678 The Salvation Army Center for Worship & Service ELCA Join us Sundays 9:30 am Sunday Worship 10:00 am Sunday Worship 11am Fellowship & Adult Class 9am Sunday School Sunday Worship Service Wednesday Bible Study 5:30 Family Fellowship Meal • 6:00 Bible Study ~Come and be at Peace ~ COME AS YOU ARE on 1290 KUMA noon each Sunday 150 SE Emigrant (541) 276-3369 in Mission for Christ LCMC Sunday Worship.........9:00 AM Bible Study......10:15 AM Red Lion Hotel ( Oregon Trail Room ) St. Johns Episcopal Church Join Join Us Us On Our Journey With Jesus. Groups For All Ages Scripture, Tradition and Reason AN ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 1911 SE Court Ave. 541.276.6417 • pendletonfi rst.com N.E. Gladys Ave & 7th, Hermiston PH: 567-6672 We are an all inclusive Church who welcomes all. Family service 9am Sunday Sunday Worship: 10:40a Sunday School: 9:30a Office Ph: 276-5358 9:30 - Sunday School 10:30 - Worship Service FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH THURSDAYS OPEN HEARTS – OPEN DOOR www.graceandmercylutheran.org Sunday Worship 8:45 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Fellowship, Refreshments & Sunday School Check Out our Facebook Page or Website for More Information Teens must register and pay at least fi ve days prior to the trip. For more information and registration forms, search www.facebook.com/herm- istoncampuslife. For ques- tions or fi nancial hardships, contact umbarger4cl@ gmail.com or 541-969-1017. — EO Media Group Worship Community 241 SE Second St. Pendleton (541)276-3809 www.pendletonepiscopal.org Celebration of Worship Celebration of Midweek Service mated time of return is 7 p.m. The cost is $20 for each trip, which includes trans- portation, lunch, a lift ticket, equipment rental and les- sons, if needed. In addition, arrangements can be made to borrow snow clothing and helmets. Campus Life staff will supervise the trip. Redeemer Episcopal Church 401 Northgate, Pendleton Sundays 10:00 am Midweek Service Youth: 0-6th grade COMING EVENTS 1909 SW Athens Ave., Pendleton Come join us for Worship at 10:45am on Sunday 541-966-8912 www.fccpendleton.org Seventh-Day Adventist Church Saturday Services Pendleton 1401 SW Goodwin Place 276-0882 Sabbath School 9:20 am Worship Service 10:45 am Community Presbyterian Church PENDLETON LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH 14 Martin Drive, Umatilla, OR 922-3250 Interpreters • Nursery • Transportation • & more! Worship: 10 AM Sunday School at 11:30 417 NW 21st St. • Pendleton, OR 97801 www.facebook.com/ PendletonLighthouseChurch Sunday Service: 10am & 6pm Tuesday Kingdom Seekers: 7pm Wednesday Bible Study: 7pm Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Mid-Week Children & Youth Weekly Adult Life Groups We offer: Sunday School • Sign Language Pastor Dan Satterwhite 541.377.4252 1711 SW 44th St. 541-276-6015 www.pendfmc.org
