Christmas Carol - Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Since its introduction in 1994 by the late Reverend Marc Nikkel to South Sudanese refugees at Kakuma Refugee Camp, the Christmas Carol is celebrated through the Hymnal Celebrate of Carol. It has spread across South Sudan, Sudan, Uganda, and neighboring countries, growing into a movement that has stood the test of time. This cherished tradition has been faithfully maintained across decades and generations, and its impact speaks for itself; countless people have returned to the church, renewed their faith, and rediscovered the hope of Christ through the power of this event.

The celebration is a rich and vibrant experience, featuring the acting out of the birth of Christ, the recitation of meaningful poems, hymn singing, dancing and many other deeply moving religious activities that bring the Christmas story to life in a profound and unforgettable way. This is not simply a carol event; it is a powerful evangelistic mission led…