Bethlehem Revisited - First United Methodist Church

Journey

Imagine walking through the streets of Bethlehem over 2000 years ago.
• As you enter the city gates you immediately become part of a living history by inscribing your name for the census taker.
• You are now one of the residents of Bethlehem on the most important day in history.
• On your journey you will encounter towns people, livestock, and the imposing Imperial Roman Army.
• As you enter the market place, you will meet many of our fine shop owners who are all eager to answer questions you may have about their skills or their wares.
• Find out how papyrus, candles, and furniture are made. Eat fresh bread from our fine bakery and visit our apothecary for the latest in medical treatments.
• Break bread with a Jewish family as they keep the Sabbath day Holy.

• Visit our Inn, the very Inn that turned Mary and Joseph away.
• See Mary, Joseph, and Jesus safe in the manger surrounded by God's Glorious Angels, affirming our savior has arrived.
• Follow the road to the sanctuary where the story of Jesus' life unfolds.
• Watch, listen, and learn as our storytellers, singers, musicians, and actors make the most important moments of Jesus' life come alive.

"For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord." Luke 2:11