Capistrano Mission Prepares for
Christmas at the Mission Celebration
The Mission will again participate in the City of San Juan Capistrano’s annual Christmas observance with its “Christmas at the Mission” celebration on Saturday, December 6, 5:30 – 8 p.m. The evening will feature church and school choirs singing Christmas music, refreshments, a visit from St. Nicholas and a large Nativity scene in the ruins of the Great Stone Church. New entertainment in 2008 includes performances by Mariachi Alma del Sol, the 1st place winner in Mission San Juan Capistrano’s 2008 Mariachi Festival, and the ArchiTexture Dance Company, performing modern dance in the Great Stone Church.
There will also be a Santa’s workshop featuring arts & crafts for children in the Soldier’s Barracks. Admission will be free beginning at 5:30 p.m. Visitors are encouraged to bring canned food for Serra’s Pantry, which will be distributed to the needy in the community.
“Christmas is a special time of celebration at the Mission,” remarked Mechelle Lawrence-Adams, Executive Director. “We invite everyone in the community to join us for Christmas at the Mission, to enjoy some holiday good cheer.”
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Gift of Membership – This holiday season, please consider giving the gift of a membership to the Mission San Juan Capistrano Preservation Society to family or friends. An individual membership only costs $30, and offers a year of free admission to the Mission and discounts to the gift shop and special events. Additionally, you’ll be doing your part to help preserve Mission San Juan Capistrano, the Jewel of the Missions, for generations to come. Gifts of memberships are tax deductible, and 100% of proceeds go to preservation. For information, call (949) 234-1300.
Mission San Juan Capistrano is open 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily. The Mission operations are funded by gate admissions – preservation work is funded by grants and fundraising efforts. To reach the Mission, take I-5 to the Ortega Highway exit to San Juan Capistrano. Admission: $9 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children ages 3-11, and under 3 free. Price includes self-guided, digital audio tour. Information: (949) 234-1300. Mission address: 26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano. Website: www.missionsjc.com.
