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world20 days ago

Boston Archbishop to Address Controversial ICE Nativity Scene

The Boston Archbishop plans to meet with a Dedham priest after the holidays to discuss a controversial nativity scene outside St. Susanna's Parish that depicts Jesus, Mary, and Joseph as detained by ICE, sparking criticism from the Archdiocese and ICE officials. The church aims to create dialogue on contemporary issues, but the Archdiocese has called for the scene's removal, emphasizing the importance of respectful religious expression.

via CBS News|
#boston#church#controversy
religion2 years ago

Rediscovering the True Meaning of Christmas: Pope Francis Emphasizes Simplicity and Joy

Pope Francis reflects on the first Nativity scene created by St Francis of Assisi 800 years ago, emphasizing the intention behind it: to provoke amazement at the extreme humility and hardships Jesus endured for love of humanity. The Pope highlights the importance of simplicity and joy in the Nativity scene, contrasting it with the consumerism of Christmas. He encourages people to draw near to God through the Nativity scene, which serves as a place of encounter and a source of hope and joy. Pope Francis concludes by urging everyone to look upon the scene in the manger and allow themselves to feel something within.

via Vatican News - English|
#christmas#joy#nativity-scene
culture2 years ago

The Origins and Significance of the Christmas Crèche

St. Francis of Assisi is often credited with inventing the Christmas crèche, but historical evidence suggests that the Jesuits were the first to set up a crèche in Prague in 1562. The crèche as we know it today, with the Holy Family, shepherds, and the Magi, came together about 500 years after the birth of Christ. While St. Francis' dramatic tableau at Greccio lacked human figures, it was in line with the tradition of liturgical plays. The Jesuits, known for their record-keeping, documented their crèche and may have created the false impression that St. Francis originated it.

via National Catholic Reporter|
#christmas-creche#culture#jesuits
religion2 years ago

Controversy Erupts as Toledo Nativity Scene is Relocated

Residents of Toledo, Iowa are seeking to move a nativity scene back to the city fire station after receiving a letter from the Freedom from Religion Foundation requesting its removal from public property. The wooden display, made by a local resident, was relocated to private ground following the complaint. The move has sparked frustration among residents, with many attending a City Council meeting to voice their concerns. The council will consult with attorneys to explore the possibility of making the display acceptable at the fire station.

via WHO TV 13 Des Moines News & Weather|
#first-amendment#freedom-from-religion-foundation#nativity-scene
religion2 years ago

"Christmas in Bethlehem: A Reflection of Hardships and Hope Amidst War"

A church in Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus, has redesigned its Christmas nativity scene to reflect the impact of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. The new display shows baby Jesus lying in a manger amid rubble, symbolizing the destroyed Palestinian communities in Gaza. The church hopes to raise awareness of the war's impact and the difficult situation in Palestine. The decision has garnered attention and emotional responses from churchgoers. The war has escalated violence in the region, including the West Bank, where Israeli forces have conducted deadly raids to prevent a "third front" in the conflict.

via Fox News|
#bethlehem#christmas#israel-hamas-war