|
What
is Walk To Bethlehem?
Walk To Bethlehem is
a theatrical excursion back to the time just before
Christ’s birth, two-thousand years ago. You will
be escorted through Bethlehem by one of our friendly
guides, who will protect you from Roman soldiers,
beggars and thieves. You will meet Shepherds, Wiseman,
and even Angels before finding the Baby Jesus in
the Manger.
After what we hope will be
a pleasurable visit to Bethlehem, you will return
to the twenty first century where you will enjoy
homemade Christmas goodies, chat with some of the
cast, and listen to Christmas Carols. Last years
“walk” was presented to an audience of over one
thousand.
We hope you will be able to join us again
this year and anticipate Walk To Bethlehem
will become part of your family’s Christmas tradition,
each and every year.
1. When is Walk To Bethlehem?
Friday, Saturday
November 28 & 29th 2008 (6-9pm)
December 5 & 6th, 2008 (6-9pm)
Rain, Snow or Shine.
Tours run every 10 minutes
from the parking lot entrance.
::
TOP ::
2. Where is Walk To Bethlehem
held?
Hudson Community Baptist Church
3115 Cote St. Charles
St. Lazare
Quebec
450-458-1945
View Map
>>
::
TOP ::
3. How much does Walk To Bethlehem
cost?
It’s free – our Christmas
gift to you. But any donations will be gladly accepted,
which we will use to cover our costs.
::
TOP ::
4. Can I make reservations?
If you are a large group (20
or more) and would like to reserve a particular
evening or time, please contact us via
email or
call 450-458-1945.
You can also make reservations
at the church. 450-458-1945. Please include in the
request your preferred evening and tour time, along
with the number of persons in your group. Walk-ins
are most welcome but may have to wait.
::
TOP ::
5. How should I dress?
This is an outdoor event so
dress warmly; it is frequently quite cold in Bethlehem
at this time of year. Also wear comfortable shoes,
as the terrain is uneven.
::
TOP ::
6. What type of a reception will
I get when I arrive in Bethlehem?
You will be warmly received
by the residents of Bethlehem, but some of the Roman
Soldiers can be outright hostile, so stick closely
to your guide. Once you return to the 21st century
you will enjoy refreshments, listen to Christmas
music, and chat with some of our cast.
::
TOP ::
7. What is the history of “Walk
To Bethlehem?”
Walk To Bethlehem is
a concept brought to our church by a congregation
member, Gillian Hanson. Gillian, her husband Steve
and four children moved to Quebec from Ontario,
bringing this Christmas tradition with them. Under
the direction of Jane Pateridis a production team
was assembled and a “St-Lazare - Hudson Walk” was
born.
The Walk is presented as a
Christmas gift to our community and has been well
received from the beginning. We expected the first
“Walk” to draw 1,000 visitors, this number was surpassed
in 2005 and 2006. We are anticipating more than 2,000 guests to
visit Bethlehem this year!.
We certainly hope you will
join us and make Walk To Bethlehem a traditional
part of your family’s Christmas celebrations.
::
TOP ::
8. Who plans, sets up, and runs
Bethlehem Walk?
There is a production team
that works from June onwards, planning and preparing.
By opening night over one hundred church members,
cast, crew and support will participate in this
year’s event.
Bethlehem is constructed over
a seven day period starting in November. Over two
dozen persons contribute all or part of those days
to complete construction of the set. Without all
the volunteer help it would not be possible. The
cast has been rehearsing since September, and are
thrilled and excited to “get the show on the road”.
::
TOP ::
9. How can I help with Bethlehem
Walk?
If you would like to advance
beyond a visitor to Bethlehem and become a part
of the cast or crew of the Walk, you are more than
welcome to participate. Call our Church office (450-458-1945)
or
email us and they will forward your desire to a Walk Coordinator
who will happily contact you with the details for
next year.
::
TOP ::
10. How can get a poster to
help promote the walk?
You may also print out one
our posters and place it where your friends,
family, school or place of business can see it.
To download our 8 1/2" x 11" poster, click on
the link to your right.
For our 11" x 17" poster
please
email us, we'll get one off to you
right away!
::
TOP ::
|
2008 Programme
