Should the Nativity Scene be in Question?
Submitted by Jaime on December 12, 2011 – 5:00 am4 Comments
In a recent survey by Poll Position, it was found that nine out of ten Americans believe Nativity Scenes should be permitted in people’s yards for the Holiday Season. This poll was interesting to me for several reasons, but one most apparent was the blatant absurdity of such question. Our country has gone to great lengths and made hefty sacrifices to protect our religious freedoms…but what boggles my mind most is that someone would spend time and money surveying the people’s opinion on sanctioning Nativity Scenes when we have embraced a mysterious jolly, plump man in a fuzzy red suit as an icon for our Christmas holiday.
Dear Santa,
It’s not that I don’t think you are a great way to spark a child’s imagination or give hope to those in need. It’s not that I’m offended by your love for sweet treats or your boisterous laughter. I remain intrigued with your crafty elves, flying reindeer and the way you defy the laws of physics, squeezing down chimneys and dodging flames on Christmas night. I appreciate the endearing sentiments you represent and hold tightly to the magic of Christmas in my own heart. If I could get away with it (and not completely embarrass my children) I think I might stand in line for a chance to sit on your lap and make my requests be known. Instead, I write this simple letter with just one request…please let the true meaning of Christmas not be forgotten.
Love,
Silas & Noelle’s Mom
It’s a balance I strive for – to explain with clarity to my young children the difference between the truth in that which we do not see and the make believe fun that accompanies this celebration. Yes, we write letters, ride the Santa Express Train and take part in all the holiday cheer, but when asked detailed inquiries about the big guy in the red hat, I remind my children that those people are helpers – doing a very kind thing for others. My hope is that the magical memories of goodness, love and selfless giving at Christmas time will help my children want to share those very things with others around them, and that they might grow up to find a special way to be a Santa too.
photo: nativitysceneoutdoor
It’s been interesting to watch the evolution of “Christmas” over the years. I remember going into our gym and the whole elementary school singing Christmas songs together. I also remember a few kids’ parents chose for them to opt out of this, which nobody made a big deal about.
Recently in the news, there were some in an uproar about a county/city building displaying a Nativity on their lawn. While it makes me a bit sad, it’s more understandable. But on people’s lawns? That should be the very heart of religious freedom.
9 out of 10 people is actually a lot. Though I can’t say I’m a practicing Christian, I have no qualms about people displaying a Nativity in their yard.
What is happening to America! People want to shoot a robber on their lawn but they can’t have a nativity scene. Signs of the times if you ask me.
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