The Journey To Bethlehem

Since the Journey to Bethlehem event started I have been a volunteer and every year I am in awe at the hard work and dedication each and every person puts into making the most amazing production. Intricate costumes, amazingly detailed sets, wonderful actors (if I do say so myself), and beautiful music. You can tell that the people who participate in this event really put all of their heart and soul into bring the message of Christmas and God’s love to the community.

Being an alumni to San Gabriel Academy– I am honored to attend such a beautiful, well-​put-​together event, year after year. When you walk through «The Journey to Bethlehem» you literally enter into a different time period. The attention to detail is proven by providing the patrons realistic sets, using live animals, fresh flowers/​plants, and students who volunteer as actors/​actresses. You don’t just walk through like some typical artwork tour, but become a part of the event by interacting with the tour guides, «buying items» in the market with fake gold coins (hot chocolate, spiced tea, and baked goods), as well as participating in a beautiful musically orchestrated candle light ceremony. The beauty within Bonnie’s heart (the coordinator) radiates through the field of SGA as the staff, students, and alumni come together to serve their community. It would not be Christmas in San Gabriel, CA without taking a trip to SGA’s JOURNEY TO BETHLEHEM!