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Miracle
of Christmas -
Live
at the Zoo
You are invited to join with
us as we celebrate the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ through
a live re-enactment of the Christmas story featuring animals
from the zoo. The twenty minute pageant will be presented
3 times each evening. Live music before and after each pageant
will be provided by local churches and performing arts groups.
December
21, 22 and 23
7:00
p.m. - 1st Pageant
7:45
p.m. - 2nd Pageant
8:30
p.m. - 3rd Pageant
Free
Admission and Parking |
| "And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from
God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth, To a virgin espoused
to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the
virgin's name was Mary." Luke 1: 26-27 |
| "And there were in the same country shepherds abiding
in the field , keeping watch over their flock by night. And,
lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the
Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. And
the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you
good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For
unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which
is Christ the Lord ."Luke 2: 8-11 |
| "And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the
saying which was told them concerning this child. And all they
that heard it wondered at those things which were told them
by the shepherds." Luke 2: 17-18 |
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Dress appropriately for the
weather; the celebration will take place outdoors just inside
the zoo entrance. The remainder of the zoo including all animal
exhibits and the zoo gift shop will be closed from 4 p.m.
on during these dates so we can present this holiday program
to you. Gates will reopen at 6:15 p.m. for the program. This
is a well-attended event; please allow plenty of time for
parking. Overflow parking is at Grange Hall Elementary school
with free shuttle service to the zoo.
Krispy Kreme
doughnuts and hot chocolate will be sold at a nominal fee
to benefit local charities.
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Our
gift to the Community
| "And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped
him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because
there was no room for them in the inn." Luke 2:
7 |
| "And, lo, the star, which they saw in the east, went
before them, till it came and stood over where the young child
was." Matthew 2: 9 |
| "And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from
them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us
now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come
to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us. And they came
with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in
a manger." Luke 2: 15-16 |
| "Then Herod, when he had privily called the wise men,
enquired of them diligently what time the star appeared."
Matthew 2: 7 |
| "And he sent them to Bethlehem, and said, Go and search
diligently for the young child; and when ye have found him,
bring me word again, that I may come and worship him also."
Matthew 2: 8 |
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Musical
Performers
Beautiful holiday music is provided each year
by children, youth, and adult choirs from various church denominations
in the community. Bell choirs, instrumental groups, soloists
and professional singing groups add their talents to help
make each evening truly special. Music will be presented before
and after each pageant performance. For a current schedule,
click!
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Russell Rowland from the Barksdale
Theatre |
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Clover Hill Children's Choir from
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- day Saints |
Festival Bell Ringers from Branches
Baptist Church |
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Meet
and Greet
After each pageant, the cast and animals
will be available to meet and take photos. |
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Miracle
of Christmas-Live at the Zoo is
sponsored by the Metro Richmond Zoo and
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints with support
and participation from many other churches and businesses.
We wish to thank the hundreds of volunteers who have helped
make this event a favorite annual holiday tradition for
thousands of families in the Richmond area.
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