Christmas comes alive in magnificent style November 23 at the inspiring Precious Moments Chapel (4321 Chapel Road, Carthage) when over 50,000 sparkling lights will illuminate the Chapel and grounds. Located in the scenic foothills of the Missouri Ozarks, the Precious Moments Chapel has welcomed millions of visitors over the past 29 years including the thousands that have joined in the splendor of the annual Lighting Ceremony tradition.
Activities begin at 5:30 p.m. with Joette Blades of Carthage leading Christmas carols in the Precious Moments Visitor Center Atrium. The Ceremony will begin at 6:15 p.m. with the lighting of the candles, and a procession to the Precious Moments Chapel. Terri Heckmaster, President of the Precious Moments Foundation will provide a devotional entitled “The Light of Christmas” and Joette Blades will close the program with a solo musical performance. A limited number of passes are available to be inside the Precious Moments Chapel during the Lighting Ceremony. Passes will be distributed in the Precious Moments Visitor Center beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Thousands of families over the years have included the Precious Moments Chapel as part of their holiday traditions. Attendees often state that this experience makes them feel the true reason for this season. This year make Precious Moments part of your annual holiday traditions. Share a photo with our Timmy the Angel costume character, enjoy the 18+ foot decorated Christmas tree in the Visitor Center Atrium, and become inspired by the magnificent light display at the Chapel.
Get a Gift – Give a Gift
Beginning at 5:45 p.m. November 23, a select stuffed animal may be purchased by children 12 years old and younger for just $4 in the Precious Moments Gift Shoppe. The proceeds of each stuffed animal will be donated to Laverne Williams Children’s Christmas Party, sponsored by Carthage Police Department.
“Throughout the years, Four State residents have proven their generosity through countless acts of kindness. This year, we are inviting children to get a gift by giving a gift to make a local child’s Christmas a little more special,” shared Terri Heckmaster, President of the Precious Moments Foundation.
