Dickens and Tink Introduced Many Scenes
The 2004 Living Nativity was titled, "Christmas -- Lost and Found and was lightly based off the Peter Pan story.
The story opens in the Darling house with the happy anticipation of the Darling children busily preparing for Christmas.
The Kids Tease Peter About Having a Girlfriend
George and Mary Sing, "Mary Did You Know"
This preparation is in sharp contrast with the women who are seemingly overwhelmed by the enormous number of tasks required for the "Holiday Season."
Peter Pan, not understanding what Christmas is, appears and announces that he has come to take "a bit of Christmas" home with him to Neverland.
Peter and the Darling Kids Have a Lively Discussion
on the Meaning of Christmas
Hook and Smee Discuss How to Steal ChristmasAs the children explain to him that this is impossible, we are greeted by the notorious Cap'n Hook who explains to Smee and the crew that they are going to steal Christmas.
George and Mary Darling, after a brief exchange with Peter in the nursery, leave home to meet with George's employer.
Peter is a Bit Confused Over Christmas
Wendy is Having Trouble Convincing Peter
on the True Meaning of ChristmasBut before they leave, George overhears a conversation between Peter and Wendy.
Troubled by what he hears, he begins to reflect on his own personal priorities. After talking it over with Mary, they resolve to go home and spend Christmas Eve with their children.
George and Mary Discuss Priorities
Hook's Helpers Join in the Plan to Steal Christmas
Meanwhile, Hook and company, have made their way to the Darling home.
Just missing Santa and Nana distributing "a little good will", the pirates steal away into the Darling living room to "steal the presents."
Santa and Nana Spread a Little Good Will
Wendy Tries to Convince the Kids
Not to Go After Hook and His Gang
George and Mary return home to find the children in deep debate over the meaning and trappings of Christmas.
A very confused Peter Pan, with "fatherly" help from George, gets "his bit of Christmas" as George reads and explains the "Nativity Story" from the Book of Luke.
George Reads from Luke About the True Christmas Story
Wendy Listens as George ReadsRealizing he is utterly defeated, Hook withdraws.
He is anxious to be on his way back to Neverland, but Smee still has a couple of surprises for him!
Smee Has Some More Surprises Planned
The Cast!!!St. Mark hopes you have enjoyed the 2004 Nativity highlights and prays that God grants you a most blessed 2005!
