Evolution of A Living Christmas Tree

I arrived in Maryland in 2006. At that time I started preparing for my first Living Christmas Tree at our church (it was the 22nd year for the church). We have finished eight of the eleven performances for our 25th year and I have noticed some major changes. Not in the Tree performances, but in the those attending. Four years ago, the vast majority of those who attended the performances were middle age and older adults. There were very few young families and children. It could have had something to do with our letter sent with the tickets about the program not being appropriate for young children.

This year I have noticed many young families and children attending. And most of these are people who have never before seen one of the Living Christmas Tree performances. It is very exciting to see so many young families enjoying a choral performance. Maybe it will encourage some of these children to get involved in the choirs in their own churches.

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Janet Boldt said…
I think it is a testament to the power of this ministry that after 25 years, the church is still packed every night and a large percentage are first timers. God is obviously still using the LCT ministry to take his message to our community. What a blessing to be allowed to participate!
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