where were you born ?

​If in New England, Which State, City, or Town?

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Early Towns Had Churches on Main Street

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What Makes Your Birthplace Special To You?

Every hometown has its own story. What makes yours special might be a unique blend of memories and experiences — from the people and culture to the scenery and simple pleasures. Maybe it’s…

• Favorite activities and entertainment
  
• Local music, food, and seasonal fairs
  
• Beautiful parks, trails, or places of worship
  
• Historic buildings or hometown heroes
  
• Neighborhoods where kids played and friendships were formed
  
• Schools that shaped your path
  
• Art, crafts, or special produce made locally
  
• Opportunities for family life, retirement, or new beginnings
  

These moments and places might even find their way onto a bucket list or a trip plan. Looking back helps us see not only what shaped us — but also how God might want to use us in the place we began.

Why Birthplace and Hometown Matter
​in God's Story

In Scripture, a person’s birthplace and hometown are more than just geographic details — they are often woven into God’s larger purpose. For Jesus, being born in Bethlehem fulfilled ancient prophecy (Micah 5:2), while being raised in Nazareth shaped how people saw Him (“Can anything good come out of Nazareth?”). These places weren’t random — they were part of God's plan to reveal His Son in humility and power. In the same way, where we’re born and where we live may be part of the story God wants to tell through us. Our hometown can be the place where His light first shines, both in us and through us.​