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Knox church hosts nativity scene exhibit

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Knox church hosts nativity scene exhibit
De Groot, left, and Penny Renken welcome visitors to view nativity scenes at Knox church, including this antique manger set dating to 1902 and possibly the late 1800s. According to Renken, the annual exhibit is to remind everyone that “Jesus is the reason for the season.” Photo by Sue Hogenkamp

WELLINGTON NORTH – Knox Presbyterian Church in Conn hosted its annual nativity scene exhibit over the last weekend of November and first weekend of December.

The church’s basement was filled with manger scenes, over 250 angels, a collection of nativity-themed Christmas cards dating back to the 1970s, and displays featuring international Christmas traditions that included recipes for sharing.

Lawrence and Kelley Eves of Mount Forest enjoyed touring the nativity scene exhibit on Dec. 6.Photo by Sue Hogenkamp

Organizer Janet de Groot said setting up the elaborate display began early in November.

This year, at least 50 new nativity sets were added, so organizers got creative and  added second tiers to some of the display tables.

De Groot estimates 630 nativities overall.

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