PRENEETA SHARMA
The renowned Christ Church in Shimla will perform an enactment of the birth of Jesus Christ in an effort to combine Himachal Pradesh culture with Christmas, one of the year’s most anticipated celebrations. The fact that the manger scene will be performed entirely in the local vernacular by women is likely to make it even more distinctive.
This is the first time the birth scene will be shown in Pahadi at the church. During the performance, actors will dress in Himachali clothing, exhibiting a fusion of Christianity and local culture. In addition, a unique “Pahadi natti” will be performed by ladies as part of the Christmas festivities.
Communicating with CRAZY NEWS INDIA Christ Church’s priest in charge, Anita Roy, said that the church would be open on Christmas and host several events, including caroling, a Bible reading, a sermon, and other kid-focused programs. There will be a feast to cap off the celebration.
She stated that rehearsals for an array of performances that will take place on Christmas were underway, and the church was currently being decorated.
The first week of December marked the start of the carolling rounds. We visit neighboring homes, sing carols, and say prayers as part of these. Carolling rounds will go on till Christmas, she declared.
According to Roy, there was a Christmas tree presentation on December 18 where kids sang carols and performed skits and Christmas dramas. Children received Christmas presents.
In a similar vein, many tourists from all around the nation attended a candlelight service on December 20. She announced that this year’s Christmas Eve midnight service would begin at 5:30 p.m. so that anyone who wanted to come to the church might do so and offer prayers.
Bible readings and prayers for joy, love, peace, and hope for the nation and state will also take place.
