International Peace Light: Want to participate?

December 2, 2008 — 10:03pm

WHAT: A Boy Scout troop in Bayport is helping to distribute the International Peace Light flame that originates from the birthplace of Jesus in Bethlehem and travels throughout the world at Christmastime.

It's coming to the Twin Cities for the first time.

WHEN: Noon to 4 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 14.

WHERE: Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 490 4th St. N. in Bayport, east of St. Paul.

MORE INFORMATION: Visitors may bring their own flame receptacle, or purchase a small lantern at the church. For more info, visit www.bethlehemstar.org.

ALLIE SHAH

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