Darlington Presbyterian Church stages drive-thru Nativity
The pandemic didn’t stop Darlington Presbyterian Church from sharing the true meaning of Christmas, as the church staged a drive-thru nativity pageant on Sunday, Dec. 20. The event featured multiple scenes from the story of Christ’s birth, with live animals here and there for an extra touch of authenticity. Re-enactors donned costumes and took on the roles of Roman soldiers, Bethlehem merchants, King Herod, shepherds, the Magi, and the holy family gathered at the manger. Visitors could speak with the re-enactors from the safety of their vehicles, or simply drive along and observe the scenes.
Re-enactor plays a shofar made from a Ram’s horn. PHOTO BY SAMANTHA LYLES
The Holy Family at the manger scene. PHOTO BY SAMANTHA LYLES
Merchant selling his wares. PHOTO BY SAMANTHA LYLES
Fisherman mending his nets. PHOTO BY SAMANTHA LYLES
Merchants selling their wares. PHOTO BY SAMANTHA LYLES
Shepherds watched their flock by night. PHOTO BY SAMANTHA LYLES
King Herod’s court. PHOTO BY SAMANTHA LYLES
Roman soldiers on patrol. PHOTO BY SAMANTHA LYLES