HAPPY FEAST OF THE EPIPHANY

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HAPPY FEAST OF THE EPIPHANY---THE THREE WISE MEN A.K.A. THE THREE KINGS HAVE ARRIVED....and one of the most beautiful nativity scenes around is the interior creche at Holy Name of Mary.

All the pieces are very large, wonderfully rendered, and always thoughtfully arranged by volunteer Church members....stop in to see it soon...in the meantime, here are The Three Wise Men. 

Click on the 2018 photos and additional links.

READ MORE ABOUT EPIPHANY SEASON AS CELEBRATED BY ASSORTED RELIGIONS HERE. 

You may also have an interest in these additional links:

--THE NATIVITY PROJECT, a collection of 2011 nativity scenes from just about everywhere photographed by Flickr friend BCA. There are some beautiful photographs here. Click on the link https://bit.ly/2TpouTF

--FAMILYCHRISTMASONLINE has a wonderful article about Nativities, their history, vintage and antique pieces, lots of great photos too: 

ABOUT NATIVITIES - "Nativity" is an old word for birth. In contemporary North America, it has come to mean a collection of figurines and accessories that represent the setting and events of Jesus' birth. Some Americans also call it a "the Creche," the "Manger," or the "Crib." (Some even call it a "Putz.") READ MORE AT https://bit.ly/2wo80Qx

--ST. AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH still carries on the Epiphany tradition of THE BLESSING OF HOMES...this dates from the Middle Ages.

YOU CAN READ MORE ABOUT IT in their January 2, 2021 church bulletin here.

--One of our favorite things--from 1969, with the tag still attached, the ubiquitous Woolworth's plastic creche! More here.

--A 2015 CROTON EPIPHANY TALE FROM HOLY NAME OF MARY and a true story; more here.

--THE ASBURY METHODIST CHURCH CRECHE; CLICK HERE.

--And now a special treat with many thanks to a thoughtful reader- and "company". A very beautiful nativity set, purchased in Germany in 1933--and given as a wedding present in 1938. 

It was hand carved and painted by a master artist. The human figures are about 8" tall. The Wise Men are wonderfully detailed. Click here. 

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