Keeping The Faith While You Travel (NAPSA)—When choosing a destination for your vacation, you may wantto consider the opportunity to reinforce valuable lessons to your family. Certain family- friendly destinations, such as Pigeon Forge, Tenn., offer popular entertainment options that are both religious and fun. The Miracle Theater presents a stunning musical re-creation of the life of Christ told in epic proportion. Featuring an enormous cast of more than 100 actors, singers and dancers, the magnificence of this performance is sure to impress. Among the family favorites are centurion soldiers who patrol on horseback, majestic kings who make a grand entrance on camels, and angels that fly overhead in proclamation. Lots Of Gospel Music Virtually every show in Pigeon Forge has a gospel segment in it. Families love the uplifting har- moniesof the Triumphant Quartet and the Blackwood Quartet. The Triumphant Quartet performs at the Miracle Theater, while the Blackwood Quartet is in their third season performing traditional gospel morning showsat the Black Bear Jamboree Theater. Dollywood’s Southern Gospel Museum and Hall of Fame pays tribute to the genre’s legends. See how the pioneers of Southern gospel music paved the way for today’s artists who, in turn, have devoted themselves to preserving the legacy. Dollywood’s National Gospel & Harvest Celebration takes place each fall, bringing four Angels fly overhead in a stunning musical re-creation of the life of Christ at the Miracle Theater. weeks of free Southern gospel concerts, visiting crafters, beautiful autumn decor and fantastic food to the park. Smoky Mountain Cowboy Church Many theaters and hotels in town offer Sunday morning worship services, such as Smoky Mountain Cowboy Church, which is held every Sunday at American Jukebox Theater. There are also dozens of churches and chapels in Pigeon Forge that welcomevisitors. By combining your vacation with the life lessons you teach your children at home, you can experience a memorable time with your loved ones that you won’t soon forget. Pigeon Forge, Tenn., is located at the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. For more information on all attractions and activities in Pigeon Forge, call toll free (800) 251-9100 or visit www.MyPigeonForge.com.
