Objectives:

• presents the Nativity Story from a UU perspective optional choral parts
• makes service preparation and presentation easy and efficient

This service contains:

• several original songs as well as traditional carols
• piano accompaniment, guitar chords and optional choral parts
• an original children's story
• a Nativity pageant
• all spoken parts (opening and closing words, chalice lighting, etc.)
• detailed instructions for all key players in the service
• a complete, ready-to-copy order of service
• a picture to accompany the children's story
• no lines to memorize
• Adaptable for any size church, with or without a choir.

Some comments from users of Spirit of the Christmas Tree:
"Finally - a UU perspective of the Christmas Story that is truly intergenerational and easy to use. This wonderful resource is delightful, and took the anxiety out of the season for me." (Lynn Sabourin, RE Director)

"I loved the music! It's catchy, easy to learn, and appealing to all ages. I found we were able to produce an excellent service with minimal preparation." (Kathryn Nicholson, Music Director)

"There's something here for everyone: movement, color and pageantry for the very young; honesty and self-revelation for youth; and a universal theology of Christmas for adults. This service truly captures the spiritual essence of the season." (Harold Rosen, Minister)