Sheila Harrah takes a break from the construction effort.

Tree continues to take shape.

Putting more of the finishing touches on the metal framework.

Note, stairs had to be built so choir members could "climb" into the tree.

After the framework was assembled inside the church, the tree needed to be decorated. Lights are being added to the tree in this photo.

And more lights are added...

Finished product with the lights turned off. Harmony and Tyler shown checking things out.

...and now the tree, all lit up! 4300 white lights!!

On the evening of December 9th the choir gathered for their final rehearsal.

Brandi Barbee (forground) instructing each choir member to their spot in the tree.

Everybody in place except the bottow row.

Final Rehearsal: Finally, everyone has found their spot and the lights are turned on.

This is a "behind the scene" look.

Church sign

The evening of December 10th has arrived, choir members gather "backstage" awaiting the 7:00 pm start.

Choir members gather "backstage" awaiting the 7:00 pm start.

The service in underway. Photo taken without a flash.

This photo was taken on Sunday evening, the 11th.

Photo from Saturday night.

Michael Lee with the Children's Choir sang the solo part in the song "Star of Bethlehem".

On Sunday night, Jeff Chestnut played the part of Jesus during the finale. Benji Hinson played the same part on Saturday night.

The angel in the background is Harmony Cox.

Tim and Amy Collins was Mary and Joseph on Saturday night while Grant and Amber Nealy played that part on Sunday. Gage Nealy was baby Jesus.

The choir posed for this photo near the end of the Sunday evening service.