Take a drive over to First Presbyterian Church of Hokendauqua, 3005 S. Front St., to take a look at the church grounds and building. You will see foliage cut down and trimmed and new white paint work almost completed. The church looks great!

In the spring of 2021, some new foliage will be planted.

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Reminder: Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3355 MacArthur Road, is trying something new this year for Christmas Eve, according to Vicar Tom Busteed, pastor of the church. A drive-thru live nativity experience is being planned.

The family-friendly event, titled “The Christmas Journey,” is set for 3-5 p.m. Dec. 24.

“At the first station, shepherds greet guests while tending live sheep. At the next station, the three wise men are shown in transit to pay homage to the newborn king. Guests will then see Joseph and Mary in the stable with baby Jesus as angels dance for joy. At the next station, the pastor will be available to offer take-home communion elements with a simple set of prayers to be used by the family when sharing the sacrament,” Busteed added.

At the event, collections will be taken for monetary donations and winter-weather socks.

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First Presbyterian Church of Hokendauqua is seeking donations of new mittens, gloves, hats, scarves, earmuffs, etc. Drop off any donations 9 a.m.-noon Wednesdays at the front door of the church.

For more information, message the church’s Facebook page.

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Merry Christmas and happy holidays to all!