A Night to Remember: 2025 Live Nativity

This year’s Live Nativity was a beautiful reminder of what happens when a community comes together to welcome others in the spirit of the season. On a cool December evening, The Church at Litchfield Park welcomed more than 200 guests of all ages—families, neighbors, and friends—who gathered to slow down, remember, and rejoice.

Throughout the night, hayrides filled with festive caroling carried laughter and song through the neighborhood, creating a joyful soundtrack to the evening. Inside, our Annual Remembrance offered a quiet, sacred space for reflection, as guests paused to honor and remember loved ones who have passed. It was a tender and meaningful moment for many, reminding us that Christmas holds both joy and longing—and that God meets us in both.

At the heart of the evening was our rotating Live Nativity, where families shared in the retelling of the Christmas story. Watching children and parents step into this tradition together was a great reminder that the story of Jesus continues to be passed from generation to generation.

Of course, no winter gathering would be complete without warmth and treats. Guests enjoyed rich, delicious hot chocolate and sweet baked goods (thank you to all who contributed baked goods — we raised over $300 for our summer mission trip!), while the breezeway buzzed with excitement as children participated in crafts and families captured special memories at Santa pictures.

There were so many ways for families to engage, linger, and consider the season—not just as a holiday, but as a holy moment filled with hope, memory, and love.

We are deeply grateful to the many volunteers who served so generously and made this night possible. From setup to tear-down, from guiding hayrides to pouring cocoa, from leading remembrance to welcoming children—thank you for offering your time, creativity, and hearts. Because of you, our campus became a place of warmth and welcome.