Mary receives the news that she is to bear a very special child at the Living Nativity held at the Anza Baptist Church, Saturday, Dec. 18. Anza Valley Outlook/Courtesy photo
Members of the Anza First Southern Baptist Church donned costumes, got into character and arranged for several living nativity scenes Dec. 18, to honor and celebrate the birth of the Lord Jesus.Live actors took part in the memorable event that took place at the church in Anza.The chilly night air did not deter the multitudes that came out to enjoy the scenes. Inside the church, hot chocolate and treats were provided.The nativity event took months to plan. There were stations depicting Mary and Joseph being turned away at the inn and the Wise Men and shepherds preparing to travel to Bethlehem. The manger scene with Pastor Matthew Nevills and his wife Julie featured their tiny infant Eliza port
