It’s a Christmas tradition for many families in Chattooga County and neighbors in Alabama and beyond – the live nativity at Alpine Community Church in Menlo.  Once again this year, you can take the short trip to Alpine and be transported back in time to the first Christmas in Bethlehem.  The live nativity at Alpine Community Church is, by far, one of the best live nativities in our area.

Church members tell WZQZ News that Alpine Community Church began the live nativity over thirty years-ago as a way to spread the true meaning of Christmas – the birth of Jesus Christ.  The ministry also includes soup and chili at the Alpine Community Church Fellowship Hall, located just across the street from the historic church building.  The inside of Alpine Church is just as impressive as the live nativity, with a  lighted Christmas tree that stretches nearly to the ceiling – about twenty feet.   The inside of the sanctuary is decorated and festive.  Alpine Church is one of the oldest churches standing in Chattooga County.

The live nativity includes Mary, Joseph, the baby Jesus, shepherds and plenty of live-animals.  Goats, sheep, cows and even camels can be seen at the live nativity.

There is no charge for the live nativity.  Alpine Church members say it a free gift to the community at Christmastime.

This year, the live nativity will be held Thursday, December 23rd – Saturday, December 25th.