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Available
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Collections
Publication
Zondervan (2009), Hardcover, 144 pages
Description
Nativity, Missouri, is in trouble. When the small town is bypassed by the newly constructed highway, it loses its much-needed holiday traffic--threatening not only the town's financial survival, but its very heart and soul. Outside consultant Jake Brisco threatens everything the community loves about Christmas with his budget-slashing solutions. Nothing is sacred--not even the traditional town Christmas tree. Long-time resident Roni Elliot knows some sacrifices have to be made, but can't let go of the customs and traditions that have marked her holidays since childhood. The decorations and customary activities have always generated vitality and joy throughout the whole season in Nativity. Though their priorities and methods clash, Roni and Jake want the same thing--prosperity for the town. As the two get to know each other and become close, each begins to gain a new perspective on what the real wealth of Nativity--and the season--might be. The Christmas Lamp takes an honest look into the issues and concerns we all face and sheds light on the real origins of Christmas spirit.… (more)
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LibraryThing member Altarasabine
Nativity, Missouri is a small town full of Christmas tradition. Tradition that always brought in much needed revenue. The once thriving town is starting to go under due to the pressure of the current economic times. Their Christmas spirit is nowhere to be found.
Roni Elliot manages the City
Jake Brisco is called upon by his grandmother to come and save her beloved town from financial ruin. He has to make the tough decisions to keep the city from going under. Decisions that does not make him a fan of the town's residents or of Roni's.
Together they all come together to learn the true meaning of Christmas. Saving the town in the process.
A heart warming story that brings to light what Christmas really means. The love of family, friends and the birth of a Savior. Includes a touching sentiment to the movie "A Christmas Story" that many of us know and love.
Roni Elliot manages the City
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Administration office. She is a native resident who loves every tradition and decoration that goes with the city's namesake. She is reluctant and upset when the current financial situation is threatening to destroy the traditions and spirit of her beloved town. Jake Brisco is called upon by his grandmother to come and save her beloved town from financial ruin. He has to make the tough decisions to keep the city from going under. Decisions that does not make him a fan of the town's residents or of Roni's.
Together they all come together to learn the true meaning of Christmas. Saving the town in the process.
A heart warming story that brings to light what Christmas really means. The love of family, friends and the birth of a Savior. Includes a touching sentiment to the movie "A Christmas Story" that many of us know and love.
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LibraryThing member thehistorychic
What I Loved: This was such a short, sweet, uplifting Christmas story about a town finding their Holiday Spirit in spite of some major obstacles. The town was full of people, each with their own personalities that really showed through.
What I Liked: The quirky traditions of the town that all found
Why this is a great little holiday read: This was free on Kindle so it didn't cost a thing. It is quick read and will make you smile. It will put you in the holiday mood!
What I Liked: The quirky traditions of the town that all found
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a way to exist in spite of the odds.Why this is a great little holiday read: This was free on Kindle so it didn't cost a thing. It is quick read and will make you smile. It will put you in the holiday mood!
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LibraryThing member sealie
Sweet story. Wish there really was a Nativity, Missouri.
LibraryThing member judyg54
This was a classic Hallmark movie in book form. It was a quick read and put you in the Christmas spirit. Who wouldn't like this town, Nativity, Missouri, and who hasn't at one time wished for the lamp that is in "A Christmas Story". You have Jake Brisco coming into town to try and save Nativity
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from going broke since the new highway went in and bypassed their town. Roni Elliot needs to help him make cutbacks but it isn't fun giving up the town Christmas tree and all the traditional stuff the town does each year. But sometimes change can be good and sometimes the person you think is mean and a "ba-humbug" can turn out to have a heart after all. A classic Christmas romance story. Show Less
LibraryThing member passionforbooks
A Christmas Novella That Will Capture Your Heart!
What a wonderful heartfelt Christmas read. This story will surely tug on your heart strings as it did mine.
Nativity is a small town close to being non-existent due to money woes. Will this town survive and thrive once again at the expense of losing
As I became acquainted with each character in this book, my heart grew in fondness for each and every one. I asked myself a question, would I be as concerned with tradition as these folks were or would I push to set tradition aside in order to save my town?
This is one heartwarming story that you do not want to miss. I know Christmas has come and gone but I still enjoy a good Christmas read any time of the year.
I have read other books by author Lori Copeland and have enjoyed her novels. Don’t miss out on this one!
What a wonderful heartfelt Christmas read. This story will surely tug on your heart strings as it did mine.
Nativity is a small town close to being non-existent due to money woes. Will this town survive and thrive once again at the expense of losing
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the Christmas traditions that are near and dear to the people of Nativity?As I became acquainted with each character in this book, my heart grew in fondness for each and every one. I asked myself a question, would I be as concerned with tradition as these folks were or would I push to set tradition aside in order to save my town?
This is one heartwarming story that you do not want to miss. I know Christmas has come and gone but I still enjoy a good Christmas read any time of the year.
I have read other books by author Lori Copeland and have enjoyed her novels. Don’t miss out on this one!
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LibraryThing member AliceAnna
One of my kindle freebies. A nice little story ... not preachy at all. But the romance was a bit much. It would have worked better for me had they just started a relationship and were still getting to know each other at the end of the story instead of planning to get married after a week!
LibraryThing member UberButter
A cute, short (144 page) Christmas story about a little town called Nativity, Missouri and their struggle to stay afloat financially. With the town slowly disappearing, the people will have to come together and remember the true meaning of Christmas and that money is not necessary for it.
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nice, quick read. I enjoyed that it wasn't overly preachy. Had the typical message of what Christmas was all about. Predictable. The characters were fairly limited and my connection to them was also limited, but not really surprising given the length of the book. I could have done without the cheesy romance that occurred. I have nothing against a little romance in book but this one left me rolling my eyes. Show Less
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Physical description
144 p.; 7.32 inches
ISBN
0310272270 / 9780310272274