Why First Baptist Church of Gainesville is breaking the 25-year living Christmas tree tradition - Gainesville Times

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Why First Baptist Church of Gainesville is breaking the 25-year living Christmas tree tradition

The annual Living Christmas Tree at First Baptist Church in Gainesville. Photo provided by First Baptist Church.

Full Tree.jpg — The annual Living Christmas Tree at First Baptist Church in Gainesville. Photo provided by First Baptist Church.

For 25 years, First Baptist Church of Gainesville’s Living Christmas Tree has towered over its annual holiday celebration, with dozens of choir members filling its branches as part of a signature seasonal performance.