Join us on Friday, December 24th at 3:00 p.m. at Assumption Church as the children of the parish reenact the nativity story just before the children’s Christmas Eve Liturgy. Children are needed to volunteer for the various parts for this special parish-wide event.
General sign-ups are now being held via email
Christmas@assumptionparish.org
The parts are as follows:
Stars – Open to all Toddlers, Pre-schoolers & older – Stars on a stick to be decorated by the younger parishioners and their families. Bring the stars to the Nativity Story and hold them up high when the star is released during the program. Stars & Sticks to be provided during general sign ups.
Sheep - Open to all children grades Pre K 4 and older. Costume cut-outs will be available in the community room during general sign-ups. Children decorate and add their own finishing touches at home.
Angels – Open to all children First grade and older. Parents are responsible for providing costumes.
Shepherds – Open to all children Second grade and older. Parents are responsible for providing costumes.
Greeters – Open to all children Third grade and older. No costume required.
Bell Choir - Open to all children Fourth grade and older and given on a first-come, first-served basis. No costume required. Your child must be able to attend a rehearsal on Thursday, December 16 @ 4:00 p.m. in Assumption Church.
Readers and Costumed Main Cast - A limited number of readings and main cast parts are available for children Fifth grade and older and will be selected in advance by lottery.
Once lottery selections are made participants, will be informed early in December prior to the rehearsal date. Your child must be able to attend a rehearsal on Thursday, December 16 @ 4:00 p.m. in Assumption Church. ALL REQUESTS MUST BE SUBMITTED VIA EMAIL NO LATER THAN SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2010.
Candle Bearers – Sixth grade & older - Candle bearers will take part in a special procession during the Silent Night meditation. Your child must be able to attend a rehearsal on Thursday, December 16 @ 4:00 p.m. in Assumption Church.QUESTIONS: Email us at Christmas@assumptionparish.org
