
Photos: Live Nativities and Christmas Crèches From Around the World
Celebrating the Nativity of Our Lord Across the Globe
Celebrating the Nativity of Our Lord Across the Globe
The 800th anniversary of the Nativity scene, one of the most beloved Christmas traditions, and the truth that attracts even those who know nothing of the Incarnation or the Eucharist...
Held outside the St. Vincent de Paul Chapel, Sunday's observance featured carols and scripture readings; costumed shepherds, wise men, and the Holy Family; hot chocolate and humongous home-baked cookies … and one very cool camel, among assorted other animals.
St. Francis of Assisi created the first Nativity scene on Dec. 25, 1223, the same year the rule of the Franciscan order was approved by Pope Honorius III.
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