Noëlies, le sentier des crèches - Eglise des Jésuites

The current crib, the work of Molsheim sculptor Raymond Keller, has been on display in the church since Christmas 1985. It has been completed over the years based on a commission from the parish's Marian congregation of men. The statues are carved from limewood, and the structures from fir. The crib features the Holy Family, a shepherd with a donkey, an ox and some sheep. A couple of young shepherds bring their offerings, a king lays down the golden casket, a vase of frankincense and myrrh, while another shepherd seated on the edge of the table plays a flute tune.

Testimonials:

"Here neither paint nor fabric clothes, the figures - which are original models - are in rough wood."

"Beautiful inspiration from the artist who places a jug and a loaf of bread in the hands of a character: thus are linked the mystery of the Incarnation to that of the sacrifice on the Cross that the Eucharist has perpetuated."