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ARTB Manual
Introduction
Scenes in <big>A Return To Bethlehem </big>include:
2. Isaiah prophesies the birth of Jesus Christ
3. Angel Gabriel visits Mary and Joseph
5. The Magi Following Star to Bethlehem
6. Mary and Joseph on the road to Bethlehem
8. The shepherd’s and the angels
9. The Nativity
10. The Cross
Each scene includes:
- Placard w/Scripture verse
- Description of Props
- Actions
- Lighting
- Drawing Descriptions
- Building suggestions
- Photos (Daylight and Nightime)
An overall description of:
- Job Descriptions
- TimeLine
- Ground Cover
- Burlap
- Car Light Covers
Census Results
1996 ARTB Census Results
CARS PEOPLE
Thursday Storm Storm
FRIDAY: 241 1028
SATURDAY: 610 2307
TOTAL: 851 3305
1997 ARTB Census Results
CARS PEOPLE
FRIDAY: ? 1410
SATURDAY: ? 1507
SUNDAY: ? 1891
TOTAL: ? 4808
1998 ARTB Census Results
CARS PEOPLE
FRIDAY: 394 1367
SATURDAY: 339 1246
SUNDAY: 575 2105
TOTAL: 1308 4718
1999 ARTB Census Results
CARS PEOPLE
FRIDAY: 434 1567
SATURDAY: 441 1572
SUNDAY: 419 1499
TOTAL: 1294 4638
2000 ARTB Census Results
CARS PEOPLE
FRIDAY: 402 1449
SATURDAY: 330 1157 (bad weather)
SUNDAY: 435 1524
TOTAL: 1167 4130
2001 ARTB Census Results
CARS PEOPLE
FRIDAY: 350 1283
SATURDAY: 480 1623
SUNDAY: 445 1563
TOTAL: 1275 4,469
Survey Reponses
Random "Great" Responses
" The no admission, no donation is fitting with the Christmas season. Your church is setting an example for others to follow."
" I am a 36 year old police officer yet I was moved to tears while watching the sights and sounds of Bethlehem, the night our Lord and Savior was born."
" The most awe-inspiring program I have ever seen. Both my wife and I felt as if we were transported back to Bethlehem and could experience those feelings Mary and Joseph had experienced. Don’t change a thing – it was great!"
"Great job! Loved the star! Thank you! It was great to see teenagers giving up the first night of their vacation! I would have been glad to give a donation."
" Our family thoroughly enjoy this Christmas tradition. Children believe the miracle because they are taught to, but this gift of Jesus has not yet become a true personal belief. This production helps children visualize the Christmas story they have heard so often. This part of our Christmas is a blessing to our family. God Bless You!"
"It was a very meaningful experience. Our six-year-old was fascinated by the realistic scenes and it brought out many questions for us so we could discuss this great event. Thank you."
" Thank you for this wonderful gift to our community. It makes my Christmas each year! God bless you!"
" This is one of my favorite parts of Christmas. My children are young and we will do this as long as you offer it. Thank you very much!"
"This is wonderful for those who can’t get around well. My grandmother & great aunt have been blessed with your production the last two years. Thank you & may God richly bless your church over the New Year for your ministry."
" A Blessing"
" Excellent Performance. Thank you for your generosity."
"Fantastic!"
"Thank You"
"Wonderful"
"Great"
"Costumes were amazing"
"Wonderful for young and old"
Taking the census
The Prophesy
Angel Gabriel visits to Mary and Joseph
Herod and his Court
The Magi Following Star to Bethlehem
Mary and Joseph on the road to Bethlehem
The town of Bethlehem
Market Place:
1) Blacksmith’s / Carpenter’s Shop
2) Food Shop
3) Cloth Shop
4) Basket Shop
5) Bakery Shop
6) Rug Shop
7) Pottery Shop
8) The Inn
Women at the Well
The Moneychanger(s):
Fishermen
Gathering Place
Blacksmiths / Carpenter’s Shop
Food Shop
Cloth / Weaver’s Shop
Basket Shop
Bakery
Rug Shop
Pottery Shop
The Inn
The shepherd’s and the angels
The Nativity
The Cross
An overhead view of the manger…
Behind the scenes….
