Lincoln Christian Church hosts second annual Hometown Christmas

 

[December 04, 2023] 

Lincoln Christian Church’s Hometown Christmas event Saturday, December 2 provided both outdoor and indoor fun for the whole family.

Outside, there were train rides for children around the church parking lot. In addition, friends and families could take a carriage ride around Latham Park. The long lines of people showed that the carriage rides were very popular.

A group of carolers led by Lincoln Christian Church worship minister Laurin Hill sang Christmas carols just outside the doors to help people get in the Christmas spirit.

To help keep people warm in the cold weather, Brew 66 was selling hot drinks.

Inside, the church was decorated with Christmas trees, a banner with a nativity scene and other holiday décor. At Santa’s workshop and craft area, children could make a variety of holiday crafts like a foam mug, gingerbread man or Christmas tree. These could be decorated with stickers or cotton. Children could also make a necklace [or perhaps a small garland] by putting cereal on a string.

Trays full of delicious cookies and hot chocolate provided a nice treat for everyone including Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln.

In the Fireside room by a Christmas tree surrounded by presents and a blow up snowman sat Santa. Many families were lined up so their children could get a photo taken with Santa and tell him what they want Christmas.

This year was the second time Lincoln Christian held the event. LCC minister Ron Otto said, “we are excited to provide hometown Christmas to Lincoln. It is a gift to the people. We love being part of this community.

Those who were at the hometown Christmas event seemed to enjoy the various activities offered.

[Angela Reiners]