Aberdeen’s
Christmas programme will continue on Monday (November 28) when a blessing service for the nativity scene in St Nicholas
Kirkyard will take place.
Reverend Gary Smith will welcome
members of the public and local schools for the service on Monday at 10:30am,
followed by a prayer from Reverend James Garnett.
Reverend Joe Ochei will follow with
a reading, with Reverend Shuna Dicks delivering a festive message afterwards.
The blessing of the crib will be
carried out by Cannon Terry Taggart and the benediction by Bishop Hugh
Gilbert.
Aberdeen City Council Education
Committee Convener Councillor Martin Greig will close the ceremony with a vote
of thanks.
Councillor Martin Greig
said: “It’s great to gather with the young people and sing Christmas
carols around the nativity scene.
“This past year has been
challenging for many and the Christmas period is a good time to look forward
with a sense of hope. The wide range of activities offer some positive
opportunities to celebrate with friends and families.”
Popular Christmas Carols such as O
Little Town of Bethlehem and Away in a Manger will also feature.
The Nativity scene will be open
daily, from dawn to dusk, until 5th January
2023.
The Christmas Crib Blessing Service
is just one of many events happening this year over the festive period in
Aberdeen. For more information visit: www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/christmas