“I would like my book to provide another option to families who want to commemorate the feast in a way that is both delightful and uplifting,” says author Thomas Williams. “I meant it as a fireside book, an around-the-table book, a bedside book for children young and old.”
Author hopes families find his retelling of Christmas story ‘uplifting’
Creches tell the Nativity story using materials, symbols of local culture
The University of Dayton has amassed what curators believe is the largest collection of Nativity sets in North America about 3600 creches.
It’s up to us to highlight real meaning of Advent, Christmas
Too often, Advent is less about preparing for the Nativity and more about the execution of tasks.
Open your heart to that small splendor born in Bethlehem, pope says
Christmas is a time to open your heart to the little and wondrous things found in baby Jesus — born poor and defenseless so he could be near and bring hope to everyone, Pope Francis said.