Community Corner
PHOTOS: Pilgrims in Pescadero
Celebrating the holiday with La Posada, a longstanding Mexican tradition.
On Friday night, a procession walked down the streets of Pescadero from St. Anthony's Church to the Pescadero Community Church as a way to re-enact the journey of Joseph and Mary on the way to Bethlehem.
Called , the event brought out locals who traveled alongside a costumed Jesus and Mary. Posadas are held throughout Mexico during the Christmas season as a way to celebrate the holiday.
Like Jesus and Mary, who stopped at several doors looking for a warm place to spend the evening, the group made stops along their way to sing and play music.
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At the Pescadero Community Church, there was celebratory food and music, along with stockings and Santa for the children.
The evening was organized by South Coast organization Puente, St. Anthony's Church, the Pescadero Community Church, and St. Vincent de Paul of Pescadero.
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