{"id":12752,"date":"2025-11-19T15:23:34","date_gmt":"2025-11-19T15:23:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/?p=12752"},"modified":"2025-11-19T15:23:34","modified_gmt":"2025-11-19T15:23:34","slug":"st-pauls-lutheran-church-presents-annual-nativity-festival-a-celebration-of-art-faith-and-community","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/index.php\/2025\/11\/19\/st-pauls-lutheran-church-presents-annual-nativity-festival-a-celebration-of-art-faith-and-community\/","title":{"rendered":"St. Paul\u2019s Lutheran Church Presents Annual Nativity Festival \u2014 A Celebration of Art, Faith, and Community"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"http:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/nativity-festival.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-12753 alignright\" src=\"http:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/nativity-festival-300x78.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"78\" srcset=\"https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/nativity-festival-300x78.jpg 300w, https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/nativity-festival.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>December 4\u201321, 2025 | 428 N. Erie St., Toledo, Ohio 43604 | Free Admission<\/p>\n<p>Toledo, Ohio \u2014 The holiday season shines brightly at St. Paul\u2019s Lutheran Church, 428 N. Erie Street in downtown Toledo, as the congregation welcomes the community to its beloved Nativity Festival, running December 4\u201321, 2025. This cherished annual event features more than 800 Nativities from around the world, beautifully displayed among dozens of decorated trees and themed tablescapes \u2014 creating a breathtaking setting that celebrates both the artistry and meaning of the Christmas story.<\/p>\n<p>Parking and admission are free, and donations are appreciated to support future programs hosted by the church\u2019s Heart Gallery &amp; Makerspace.<\/p>\n<h2>Festival Highlights<\/h2>\n<p>Nativity Festival Hours<br \/>\nFridays &amp; Sundays \u2022 4\u20137 PM<br \/>\nThursdays \u2022 11 AM\u20132 PM<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Thursday Nativi-Teas<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>By reservation \u2022 Program begins at 11 AM<br \/>\nEnjoy music and a warm, festive tea buffet followed by a private viewing of the Nativity collection \u2014 including the lifelong collection of Carl and Anna Mae Bowles, now on permanent exhibit in Nativity Hall.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Carols &amp; Cocktails (Cookies, Coffee &amp; Mocktails)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Fridays, Dec 5, 12 &amp; 19 \u2022 4\u20137 PM<br \/>\nSing along with holiday favorites, enjoy light appetizers and drinks, and take in the beauty of 800 Nativities from around the globe.<br \/>\nMusic from 5:30\u20136:30 PM features:<br \/>\n&#8211; Dec 5 \u2013 Tapestry (harp &amp; guitar)<br \/>\n&#8211; Dec 12 \u2013 Ben DeLong Band<br \/>\n&#8211; Dec 19 \u2013 SonFire Praise Band<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Sunday Concert Series in December<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Doors open at 3 PM | Concerts begin at 4 PM<br \/>\nEach Sunday, the sanctuary fills with joyful sounds celebrating the spirit of Christmas:<br \/>\n&#8211; Dec 7 \u2013 Academy Brass Quintet \u2013 Seasonal favorites with a touch of humor and carol sing-along.<br \/>\n&#8211; Dec 14 \u2013 Asteria String Quartet \u2013 \u201cImages of Christmas\u201d beautiful music with slides from the Nativity exhibit.<br \/>\n&#8211; Dec 21 \u2013 Trans-Siberian Solstice \u2013 Exciting \u201cTrans-Siberian\u201d-style arrangements of Christmas carols with dazzling effects.<\/p>\n<h2>A Celebration of Faith and Creativity<\/h2>\n<p>The Nativity Festival showcases handcrafted cr\u00e8ches from across the globe, each telling the timeless story of Christ\u2019s birth through unique cultural perspectives and artistic styles. The event continues to grow each year, welcoming families, artists, and visitors of all ages to experience the beauty and diversity of this remarkable collection.<\/p>\n<h2>Event Information<\/h2>\n<p>Dates: December 4\u201321, 2025<br \/>\nLocation: St. Paul\u2019s Lutheran Church, 428 N. Erie St., Toledo, Ohio 43604<br \/>\nAdmission: Free (Donations Appreciated)<br \/>\nParking: Free lot and street parking available<br \/>\nWebsite: www.stpaulstoledo.org<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>December 4\u201321, 2025 | 428 N. Erie St., Toledo, Ohio 43604 | Free Admission Toledo, Ohio \u2014 The holiday season shines brightly at St. Paul\u2019s Lutheran Church, 428 N. Erie Street in downtown Toledo, as the congregation welcomes the community to its beloved Nativity Festival, running December 4\u201321, 2025. 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