My heart still belonged to the ones I took such deep delight in at the Assembly Hall. (Never could warm to them in Heilman Hall - felt disloyal.)
But to put such a tale told in small, intimate scale in a stunning setting like the cathedral?? Surely, the magnificent location would overpower the story.
Was I ever wrong!! Think me crazy, but I can feel the joy of the building at holding the event in its very heart.
And I thought that having "shepherds" with live animals outside, around a campfire, sounded hopelessly hokey.
Was I ever wrong! The sight feels so right, instilling a palpable sense of innocence - am always awed by its impact on my husband, who was not raised with a strong background in the spiritual aspects of Christmas.
Tableaux are "living pictures" portraying the birth of Jesus through reverent participants, beautifully costumed, accompanied by inspiring music and words of Scripture. It is an experience that enters the heart, forming memories that that transcend distance and time.
They are early this year ~ ~ Sunday, December 9. Services are at 3:30 (the favorite of families with small children), 5, 7 and 8:15 p.m. On your way in, take time to notice the shepherds & animals, include sheep, a donkey, and a young camel experiencing his first visit. Enter into the innocence of the moment.
All are welcome. Share the joy of this holiday celebration.
Children's Tableaux - Heilman Hall: Few, if any, people loved the Tableaux more than my mother, but in her final years it was too taxing to go even to the 3:30 cathedral service. We found that the Children's Tableaux, at Heilman Hall, were perfect for her. Portrayed by elementary school-aged children, the four Advent scenes are part of a worship service enjoyed by all ages. Services are at 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. at the Bryn Athyn Society Building.
All are welcome to either Tableaux service. Because they are worship services, you're requested to not take pictures at any time before, during or after the service.
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