Showings December 6th, 7th and 8th at 5:30, 6:45, and 8pm

The Three Springs Live Nativity is an interactive, walk through dramatization of the Biblical Nativity story. This Christmas time staple transforms our property into the town of Bethlehem and guests are led through the streets, hearing, seeing, smelling and feeling the ancient, wonderous story. Join us this year as we celebrate the birth of our Lord and recreate that high, beautiful night

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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs

  • The entire one hour presentation is primarily outdoors, remember to dress warm!

  • This is a walking experiential presentation, while most walking surfaces are smooth, there will be some gravel pathways

  • It is a real-life experience taking participants "back in time." You will feel the tension of Jewish residents living in their own Roman-occupied country. You will experience the chaos and difficulty of an over-crowded village of Bethlehem. You will see, hear, and smell lots of animals... horses, donkeys, sheep, goats, and more! You will FEEL the joy AND the confusion of a young couple called to be the parents of God's Son, Jesus.

  • This event runs for one weekend only! December 6th, 7th, and 8th, with showtimes at 5:30pm, 6:45pm, and 8:00pm.

    *In the event of extra guests we may add a 4th show at 9pm

  • This presentation and experience is free! (Donations are accepted and appreciated!)

  • Each presentation can accommodate approximately 340 people, and guests will be welcomed on a first-come, first-served basis. There will be an indoor waiting area should you miss one presentation and need to wait until the next. It is recommended that you arrive 30 minutes prior to your desired time.

    *If you would like to bring a group of 20+ individuals please see the “Group Reservation” information below.

  • Parking is located 2 miles from Three Springs Ministries at Nauvoo Christian Fellowship Church (46 Linck Hill Road Morris, PA). Buses will be transporting guests back and forth from the Live Nativity, and you will be given instructions once you arrive at the parking location.

  • Yes, there will be assistance to help with navigating some of the more difficult terrain. For handicap assistance and handicap parking, do NOT park at the above location, but rather proceed right to:

    874 Linck Hill Rd

    Morris PA

    Speak with the attendant along the road once you arrive.

  • Group reservations ARE accepted for groups of 20+ individuals and at the 5:30pm presentation ONLY. All groups must arrive 30 minutes prior. If your group is all traveling in one vehicle, please park at Three Springs Ministries (874 Linck Hill Rd, Morris Pa, 16938)

    For group reservations please call: 570.353.2155

    Email: connect@threespringsministries.org.

  • *Coming from Rt. 15, proceed west on state Rt. 414 for 3 1/2 miles to the "Y"....bear left toward Nauvoo. Follow the signs for the "NATIVITY."

    *Coming from the north on state Rt 287, in the village of Morris, bear left on state Rt 414 east. Go 2 miles and turn right on Plank Road. (Follow signs for NATIVITY.) Proceed 3 miles on Plank Rd into the village of Nauvoo. Turn right...Arrive.

    *Coming from the south on Rt 287...traveling north, (from Jersey Shore PA area), at the Tioga County line, turn right on Grainger Lane. Travel only 300 yards and bear to the right. (Now on Texas Creek Rd) Travel 3 miles and pass Three Springs...traveling another 2 miles to the parking area at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church.

    *IF your GPS directs you to take "Three Springs Road," DO NOT DO SO! This is a no-winter-maintenance road and will LEAD TO TROUBLE! The same is true if your GPS directs you to take "Kreger Road" off of 414....don't do it! Instead....follow the directions above!

Stay the Night

If you are interested in staying the night, lodging is available in our Mansion. Guests should note that due to the high volume of guests and the absolute necessity for darkness throughout the shows, there will be certain strict requirements for those staying the night.

Please choose a room from the list below based on how many beds you need and include it in your form submission.

Check in will be directly following the last show of the night.

Check out will be at 10am the following morning

Breakfast will be served at 8am the following morning

Room reservations include reservations for the 8pm showing on whichever night is selected.

No one will be allowed inside the mansion between 5pm and the end of the last showing.

UPDATE: Lodging is fully booked for Friday and Saturday nights!

  • Sunset $85

    Located on the third floor of the mansion, the Sunset room includes an en suite bathroom/shower, three single bunks and a solo single bed! Total beds seven.

  • Orchard $85

    Located on the third floor of the mansion, the Orchard room includes an en suite bathroom/shower and three single bunk beds! Total beds, six

  • Nor' Easter $85

    Located on the third floor of the mansion, the Nor’ Easter room includes an en suite bathroom/shower, one double bed with a single above, and two single bunk beds next to it! Total beds six

  • Crib Room $85

    Located on the second floor of the mansion, the Crib room includes an en suite bathroom/shower, one double bed with a single above, and one single bunk bed next to it! This room also boasts the “crib wing” a second attached room with two sets of bunks, bringing the total beds to eight

  • Sunrise $75

    Located on the second floor of the mansion, the Sunrise room includes an en suite bathroom/shower, one double bed with a single above, and one single bunk bed next to it! Total beds four

  • Mailbox $75

    Located on the second floor of the mansion, the Mailbox room includes an en suite bathroom/shower, one double bed with a single above, and one single bunk bed next to it! Total beds four

  • Spruce $75

    Located on the second floor of the mansion, the Spruce room includes an en suite bathroom/shower, one double bed with a single above, and one single bunk bed next to it! Total beds four

  • First Light $75

    Located on the third floor of the mansion, the First Light room includes an en suite bathroom/shower, one double bed with a single above, and one single bed next to it! Total beds three.

  • Bogar $65

    Located on the third floor of the mansion, the Bogar room includes a bathroom/shower down the hall, one double bed and three single beds next to it! Total beds three.

  • Library $65

    Located on the second floor of the mansion, the Library room includes a bathroom/shower down the hall, and two double beds with single bunks above!

  • The Lane $65

    Located on the second floor of the mansion, the Lane room includes an en suite bathroom/bathtub, one double bed with a single above, making it perfect for a small group or couple! Total beds two.