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Show tThe creche its tiistory, legends I a representa-riop-i- n A 'The creche miniature of the man- m in which Christ was bom, Complete with tiny figures of Family, angels, the r.5a3ring Magi, and even the JSflinvals which were present is h familiar sight under the ' iji'hilstmas tree, where it cont-- I j vframk a place of honor during f Christmas season. J tfgej -- ilttie the crib fijjrjaditionally 'reni'ains empty until , Christ- mas arrives, at which time the miniature figure of the Christ QtjW is lovingly placed within j j if "1'he original creche is believed by many to have been set up by St. Francis of t Assisi. In the year 1224, St. 5 Francis arranged a represen- tation of the Holy Family in a grdtto in the Italian hill town of.Greccio. ! Vkh a white ox and a don-- ; both of whom repre- key animals present at the V at either side of the Nativity i creehe, the midnight Eucha rist was celebrated on Christ5 mas Eve at an altar situated J above the crib. The creche, (presepio, in Italian) is still most popular in J invisible threads, and the crib would be carefully padded with real straw. So much for the simple creehe. Many more elaborate were created in the course of time. One German example was large enough to fill an entire room. Thiscm ic represented the main square of a small village, which was bordered by various large edifices, including a domed cathedral, in the porch of which the crib was set up. Many figurines populated the scene, in different sizes depending upon where they were located, in accordance with the laws of perspective. Another creche, from the Tyrol, imitates the villages and mountains typical of the area, and yet another, from Munich, represents the Adoration set in the dramatic environment of a ruined castle. Some creches, made in Naples, boasted classical temples, or the remains thereof. Usually, the figures which were incorporated into the scene would be dressed in contemporary rather than Biblical garb, providing a fascinating view of the fashions current when the creche was created. The animals most likely to be found in a creche are the donkey and ox, mentioned above, and the cow, the goat, and the horse. Each of these animals has a legend connected with it. Both the donkey and the goat were noisy, disturbing the peaceful sleep of the Holy Infant. For this reason, both were punished: the donkey was not permitted ever to have MAILING In the hustle and bustle of the holidays, you just remembered someone you would like to send a gift to, but it is getting rather late to send packages. Ask your local post office if the Express Mail Next Day Service is available in your town, and if the town you wish to send a package to may be reached by this service. A hint for a good package buffer for those items that may be fragile, is to pack at least two inches of popcorn on all sides, between the gift and the outside box. The s Times-New- Nephi, Utah Dec. 22,1982 6 offspring, and the goat was doomed to carry, throughout history, the opprobrium of having a voice no human could find pleasant. The horse, too, was punished for selfishly eating the hay which had been laid down for the Christ Child to sleep upon, he was doomed always to be the servant of man, and never to be satisfied, no matter how much he ate. The ox, on the other hand, generously gave its hay to provide Christ's bedding, as well as warming the Infant Jesus Additionally, the cow was promised that she would bring forth a new calf every year. A fitting gift in a season of giv- Both ox and cow were rewarded by the Madonna, ing, which celebrates the miracle of above all birth, and especially the miracle of the Birth of Christ. who promised them that they would always enjoy their food so much that they would chew ',ff, ri J'',& , , ?''' .' OF THAT HOLY NIGHT ornaments is missing a hanging hook! Dont throw that treasured ornament away just because a hook is missing. Bobby pins can be twisted into a spring so that the lower end can be inserted into a bauble neck and when it is released it will enlarge to fit snuggly inside. The loop at the top is left for hanging. If the loop isnt large enough to loop over a branch, or whatever, slip a rubber band into the bobby pin loop and bring the rubber band back through itself. Then stretch LIGHT THE WAY FOR r US TODAY Thanks for making this past year so grand. Best wishes of the season! the rubber band over the branch. ljtes, children construct grlitpi of cardboard, and Venice House of Pizza Boyd, Thearl, and Employees Nephi, Utah Nephi, Utah j Ike and Barbara Lunt pbpplate them with inexpensive clay figures bought in the s') nirfct. , 200000000 ooooouooooooooooooooooooo U 0 0 200000000 OOOO 00000000000 o O o o o o o o o U - f v 00000000 00000000 200000000 1)00000000, O 0 0 OOGi U oSi 000000000 y'o OUOOOOOOOO 0 OOOOdOOOjO jroooooooooocookooooooo j o o o 00 0000 ou 0000 ojbo oVe o o 0 0 o 0 (lab 0 o iooooocoooooooooo 00000000000000 200000000000000 EtbtngS per-hVj- Is lay your y&t tv days resound with laughter r If the season of all things wonderful and magical! May your C hristmas be a very hi . one special every way! as you Rejoice in the spirit of brotherhood 4 f-- MESSAGE Ike's Amoco Service typical Neapolitan presepio might incorporate a hill, with "the sacred grotto below, a.rihy shepherd's hut, some tifeej, a dirt path or two winding toward the cave, and a stream, the latter formed w ith pieces of glitter- ing glass. Landscaping would ! be done with moss. J Rejoicing angels, and the I star which guided the Three j Wise Men to Bethlehem, would be suspended by nearly :v LET THE ORNAMENT HANGERS Youve just discovered that one of your treasured ...Italy, its country of origin, year, in Rome and I it a second time. with his breath. And, the cow, as a token of its devotion, gave her newly born calf as an offering to the Child. experience Christmas cheer. . that His birth brought to all mankind. -- WU Hr; , 11 ? !W Let us open our hearts to the Nephi, Utah , inspire you with the spirit of love and peace. , JMart Pharmacy North Main, Nephi 656 Mont, jeanine and Staff Inspiring message of Christmas. Hap's 66 Service Hap and Bonnie White Broadhead Dist. Larry and Kathleen Broadhead Central Utah Insurance Co. Bert's Body & Glass Uert, Sandra & 15 S. Main, Nephi Kevin C: J6V TO THE VUdrdJD Peace ois EAR! It... Goodwill Santas on hand to make 7 :A it official. ..Christmas is here, alone with all the smiles and happy times. Wed just like to add our thouehts and thanks to all for your loyal support, and wish you all a cheer-fille- d From our family to yours we wish you all the best in 1983 Christmas in every way! g Allan and Mariann Gibson Sperry Oil Co. Dan Sperry, Pres. 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