In the United States, today is Mother’s Day when we celebrate our mothers. It is a difficult time for those who have lost their mothers. It is also a difficult time for those whose mothers may have been abusive so that they do not have a good idea of the nurturing nature of a mother […]
When you think of Christmas Creches, your mind flows to the Nativity scenes that you set up in December in preparation for Christmas. This is the set with Mary, Joseph, and the baby Jesus, perhaps the shepherds and angels, some animals, and the three Wise Men. I broaden this description to include all media with […]
Many people think that as soon as December 25th is past that Christmas is over. I want to let you know that it is not! Christmas is a party that lasts 12 days! 12 Days of Christmas Just like the Christmas song that everyone loves to hate, Christmas is 12 days long. Why 12 days? […]
Halloween is almost upon us! And the ghosties and ghoulies and long-legged beasties plus princesses and super heroes will soon be knocking at our doors (in the United States) to get their treats so that they don’t trick us. I have heard Trick or Treat described as a juvenile protection racket!! So why have a […]
Rather than purchasing a ready-made Christmas Creche or Nativity Scene, many people want to build their own. I am not crafty at all, so I would find building my own to be particularly daunting, but there are many people who are very good at making these kinds of things, and I am always envious of […]
As Christmas approaches, people will begin to decorate their homes and yards for the holiday season. Amid the snow men and Santa Clauses there will be some Nativity scenes. These are usually innocuous unless they are on public land such as a school, town hall, or city park. This is where people will come out […]
A Christmas Creche is a depiction of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. It is usually displayed at Christmas time since the scene is designed to remember the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem which is celebrated at Christmas. The intent is to have something festive to remember the holiday and provide a counter […]
Welcome to Christmas Creche! We’re not just for the holidays! Creches can be enjoyed year around. Some are just fun! MY STORY I am a Christian and the Nativity story has always resonated with me. I was not raised Roman Catholic so Nativity scenes, or creches, were not a part of my upbringing. At first […]
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