Live nativity to be held Dec. 18

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Saint Francis Healthcare System will recreate the scene of Jesus’ birth with its second annual outdoor Live Nativity. The event will be held from 5-7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18, at the Saint Francis Cancer Institute (Entrance 6).

Volunteers will take on the roles of Mary, Joseph, wise men, shepherds and angels. The event will feature live animals including cows, camels, four-horn sheep and a donkey.

Parking is available near the Cancer Institute. Please wear a mask and socially distance when attending the Live Nativity. In case of inclement weather, event status updates can be seen at www.sfmc.net or the Saint Francis Healthcare System Facebook page.

To learn more about the event, visit sfmc.net or call 573-331-5133.

Jimmy Wilferth, Vice President of Marketing and Foundation at Saint Francis Healthcare System, said, “It is so special and we are honored to follow in Saint Francis of Assisi’s footsteps by providing this visual reminder for our community. Jesus is the reason we do what we do at Saint Francis. That’s what drives us – He’s the WHY behind everything we do and the reason we celebrate Christmas.”