Crib Blessing: Ancient Tradition Lives On At NCC Post author:Michelle Lang Post published:January 11, 2017 Post category:Latest News Post comments:0 Comments Holy Night: Father Beatus Kitururu, standing center, reminded residents of the reason for the season: Jesus arrived in the form of baby to declare God’s love to the entire human race. Afterwards, Father Beatus sprinkled holy water on those in attendance. Gathering in song: New Community Manor Senior residents and staff gathered in front of the building on Orange Street for its longstanding tradition of blessing the crib in a nativity scene featuring Jesus, Mary, Joseph and the three wise men. The group sang “Silent Night” to kick off the event. Please Share This Share this content Opens in a new window Opens in a new window Opens in a new window Opens in a new window Opens in a new window Opens in a new window Opens in a new window Opens in a new window Opens in a new window Opens in a new window You Might Also Like New Community Workforce Development Center Becomes First Newark 2020 Hub May 25, 2018 NCC Awarded $25K Grant From Bank Of America July 9, 2015 NCC Seniors Host MLK Scholarship Dinner, Mayor Headlines As Keynote Speaker February 2, 2015 Leave a Reply Cancel replyCommentEnter your name or username to comment Enter your email address to comment Enter your website URL (optional) Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.