a way to the manger

An impromptu retelling of the nativity story during a sacrament meeting talk provided a touching scene for Christmas. Cast members pulled from the congregation stood in awe as they were called forth to approach the manger scene. A five year old angel, barely taller than the podium, stretched a star-topped broom handle heavenward to show them the way. Taking their cues, and hats, three teenage wisemen aka "Prom King," "Burger King," and "Tinfoil Superhero" knelt next to the cradle, while shepherds holding a flagpole and mop handle stood watch. Unrehearsed, today's telling taught me there was a new way to come to the manger: Now, and as you are. Who knows when the Savior will come again into the world? Will I be ready, or "asleep, asleep"–like the trio of primary girls sang softly to those of us watching, and waiting, for our invitation to "come and adore Him."